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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1933
Page
2
A columnist reports from Kansas City and Amarillo noting strong confidence in Roosevelt, optimism after bank closings, and a desire for decisive action. The piece recounts jokes about Theodore Roosevelt and his son, a Georgia farmer tale, brewing Texas beer controversy, Marlene Dietrich fashion remarks, and a joke about a dancer's costume.
A man rents a house in hard times and keeps up rent, grass, weeds, and small repairs while others face vacancy and uncertainty. The writer contemplates political moves in Amarillo, potential postmaster candidacy, and Roosevelt’s possible appointment, interwoven with brief jokes and regional anecdotes about Kansas City Amarillo and Baca County rail service.
A writer asks Tack to help find employment quickly to support his ailing wife. He cites experience in the grain and produce business and appeals for assistance in securing a job.
In Borger on March 17 two Amarillo men fled after a trap set for gasoline thieves at Tex Mine plant near Borger. Al fred A. Abrams 25 Amarillo roofing contractor died from buckshot wounds. B. W. Giersch was arrested on a theft charge and later released on bond. Sheriff says an inquest into Abrams death will be held today.
Arrangements for the funeral will be announced by N.S. Griggs & Sons at the convenience of relatives. The body is at Griggs Chapel. Surviving relatives include the widow Mrs Opal Abrams a daughter Wanda Lou two years old and a sister Mrs Hubert Fagan of Amarillo along with the parents Mr and Mrs J A Abrams.
The Texas Senate approved a repeal style bill by a 26 to 2 vote, removing fee and exam requirements for licenses while allowing revocation for habitual drunkards and rule violators. Sen. W. R. Poage touted the measure’s aim, with Sen. Tom Deberry adding a minor age provision and a separate bill on oil royalties and district attorney expansion advancing.
The article notes continued support for farm aid programs from major groups including the American Cotton Co-Operative Association, the National Livestock Marketing Association, and the National Committee of Farm Organizations. W. R. Ronald, editor of the Mitchell Republican, made the plan public.
Thomas Henry Montgomery aged 50 an insurance man died suddenly late Thursday night at his home 4215 West Eleventh Avenue He was in failing health for some time Surviving are his widow Mrs Elsie Montgomery two children Evelyn and William two brothers Fred of Sweet Springs Missouri and Worthy Montgomery of Springs Hill Missouri and two sisters Mrs J B Bilday Oceanside California and Mrs George King Alberta Canada He belonged to West Amarillo Christian Church Funeral services will be announced later by Boxwell Brothers.
The railroad commission's three week open production plan could shutter many independent wells in the Panhandle. Abolishing proration may void ratable taking clauses and cut off pipelines reliant on contracts. Danciger Co. wells resume under federal order permitting 42 wells to operate unrestrained.
Dr. C. W. Baynham announces as third candidate for place No. 1 on the Amarillo city commission to succeed Commissioner Jim Vernon. He pledges nonpartisan, honest governance and opposition to graft, citing his long professional record and commitment to public rights and franchises. Joe Jenkins and M. N. Twaddell are already contenders for the seat.
Reservations were piling up Friday morning for a special Monday train to Tucumcari for the 19th annual New Mexico Cattle Growers Association convention. The Rock Island Railroad offers a 1.50 round trip from Amarillo and intermediate points. Mrs. C. C. Cunningham said Cunningham Flower Shop would provide flowers for all riders. Large badges with names and firm affiliations are being printed for trade trip participants and orders are due Friday.
Funeral services for Mrs. Nora Meredith age 63 who died Wednesday at her home 604 Adams Street will be held at 4 p m Saturday at Griggs Chapel Rev R Thomson officiating pallbearers include D D McVey E W Fields L M Blackwell S L Cook Charles Dunlop and John Carney
Potter County commissioners finalized economy measures including ending the $100 a month pay for county surveyor Morris Browning unless work is performed, directing the county to stop paying for courthouse telephones, and shifting elevator operations. Browning argued a 1933 contract. a county attorney opinion favored him, reversing the cut. The board also plans to seek abolition of the county court at law in Austin, with a resolution to be sent to lawmakers.
A Gaelic note expresses pleasure in sending a message to Irish friends in the United States on St Patrick Day. It conveys prayers for God’s blessing on Ireland and gratitude for past aid from Gaels abroad.
Texas state banking commissioner James Shaw said the March 13 proclamation restricting building and loan associations and other financial corporations under Senate Bill 165 is rescinded. The revocation removes the moratorium on issuing and selling bonds and other obligations for these entities.
The 142nd Infantry Band leads Legionnaires from Oklahoma and the Texas North Plains in a noon luncheon hosted by the American Business Club with Carl Nesbitt of Mineola as principal speaker. Friday night’s rally opens at 8 15. Hanson Post and the Auxiliary plan a reception after the meeting. Johnson’s itinerary from Amarillo includes Albuquerque Santa Fe and Denver.
Hickory Ky resident W N Fut Tell describes three year struggle with constipation and fatigue until Black-Draught provided satisfaction. He urges others to try the laxative, noting it as a trusted medicine now sold everywhere.
Tokyo March 17 Foreign Minister Yasuya Uchida told a privy council committee that Japan’s move to quit the League of Nations will not affect its commitment to world peace. He affirmed Tokyo’s continued participation in the Geneva disarmament conference and other League-supported efforts while the government explains its Manchurian dispute resignation.
The House passed the economy bill to maintain the credit of the United States by 373 to 19. It grants the President limited power to cut veterans costs, federal salaries, and other spending as part of a budget-balancing push. Senate action was needed for final approval before the President could sign.
Kansas City hogs and cattle prices mixed with steady to weak calves and lambs as hogs rose to 3.80 for 190-200 lb pigs and cattle and vealers varied. New Orleans cotton opened quieter with early losses but recovered slightly before drifting. New York stock letter noted renewed rails leadership and strength in sugar stocks amid mixed overall sentiment.
Stopping laxative overuse with a new Cream of Najal therapy that soothes the bowels, absorbs poisons, and aids natural waste disposal. It claims quick, harmless relief costing only a few cents daily and urges readers to ask their druggist for a bottle tonight.
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