Tack and the Wonder of a Fan Letter From a Loyal Reader
A loyal reader writes to Tack praising his building and staff, asking about ghost writing and Elizabeth Boyce, and asking for disclosure on a year old portrait and weather prophecies. The letter notes sending columns to a friend in Colorado and wonders why she hasn’t replied. The writer hopes for Tack to deliver a commencement address and share who actually writes the columns.
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Tack
Colorado
Elizabeth Boyce
Sammies
Mnemonic Bits From A Flapper Era And Western Tales
A collage of curiosities and oddities from a bygone era includes wristwatch lighters, a 400 pound blues singer Fat Fanny, an ice cream coin machine with four flavors, and a literary tidbit about Victor Hugo. It also recounts Black Hills lore with a wife seeking ritual and a reader classified appeal seeking a nice good lady.
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Cedric Adams
Fat Fanny
Victor Hugo
South Dakota
Black Hills
Tack Dominates Globe News Column Despite Praise for Boyce
The article credits Tack as the sole writer of the column with occasional help from Miss Boyce Miss Alice Timmons Ray Parr and Fred Post on brief notices about missing money dogs or meetings The Skeptical Sammies are said to be barking up the wrong tree this time.
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Elizabeth Boyce
Globe News
Tack
Miss Boyce
Alice Timmons
Ray Parr
Fred Post
Sammies
A Critical View of a Certain Group
A writer argues that this group is consistently wrong in most things including themselves and their beliefs. The passage suggests they were born under inauspicious circumstances and holds a harsh view of their suspicions and ideas.
Columnist Defends Masculine Perspective in Opinion Piece
A reader asserts the columnist is a man, challenging assumptions about gender and authorial voice while discussing a muscular metaphor about bearing down in the back and the column’s intent. The remark hints at ongoing debates over gender and writing style in the newspaper.
Women Readers Drive Newspaper Interest Across Pages
The passage notes that women read every page with higher engagement and intelligence, while men tend to focus on the front page and sports. It suggests women are the most avid readers and value the entire newspaper more broadly.
Men Edit Women’s Columns In Major Papers
A trend appears in metropolitan newspapers with more men writing and editing women’s sections. Noted society reporters in the East gain fame, with Cholly Knickerbocker of New York cited as the greatest society reporter.
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East
Cholly Knickerbocker
New York
Tack Pursues Attention While Declining Title Respect
The speaker says he strives to be of interest to women and dislikes being called Grafidma Tack. He requests that others avoid using that title. The remarks reveal a playful, self-promoting persona and a plea for simpler recognition.
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Tack
Grafidma Tack
Aging gums make teeth appear longer
The phrase describes how gum recession reveals more of the tooth crown, giving the appearance that teeth are longer as people age. It notes a visible dental change tied to aging and gum health.
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Houlihan
Market guidance from Tack on Shamrock Oil and Gas
About a year after advising a buy at around 24 or 25, Tack recommended selling a few weeks ago as the stock rose to 35. He noted profits and warned of a market drop. Many followed the buy advice, but few sold when told to. The market has since receded.
If It Doesn’t Rain in March Tack May Forecast Market
A weather writer hints that if March proves dry, Tack might shift focus from forecasting the weather to predicting market trends, signaling a potential change in regional coverage and expertise.
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Tack
Bonds Sell Below Par as Value Slumps Impacts Grow
Government bonds trade below par for the first time in years and their price movements are less critical than the broad decline in purchasing power. The report notes persistent inflation pressures eroding real value and investor concerns over future rate paths.
Dallas Debuts Jane HMussell Cocktail A Martini
A new cocktail named Jane HMussell debuts in Dallas centering on a martini profile. The beverage movement highlights a refreshing take on classic ingredients as bars introduce the signature drink.
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Dallas
Jane Hmussell
RFC Loaned Million to Evangelist for Negro Suburb
The RFC allegedly loaned 1.5 million dollars to a Negro evangelist who developed a Negro rental suburb. Officials claim a politician sought to secure the Negro vote through the loan.
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The
RFC
OPS To Hire 4 000 Agents
Columbus, Ohio March 19 Four thousand enforcement agents will be hired to check price violations by July 1 as part of expanding the OPS force from 3874 to 16000. Price Stabilizer Michael V Di Salle vowed prosecutions for knowing violations with no “fix” allowed while first time technical violations may be overlooked if not repeated. Two proposed regulations would restore pre Korea grocer profits and a third would restore pre June 25 manufacturer markups.
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Columbus
Ohio
Michael V. di Salle
DiSalle
Korea
di Salle
Civil Service Openings Listed
The US Civil Service Commission announced examinations to fill vacancies for office machine operator and trainee, lithographic offset press man and foreman, and radio engineer. Office machine posts are in Washington DC with yearly salaries from 2,200 to 3,825 dollars. trainee salaries are 2,200 and 2,450. Lithographic positions in Washington DC paid 1.27 to 2.38 per hour. Radio engineer roles are nationwide with 3,100 and 3,825 dollars yearly. Apply via H M Timons, civil service secretary, Room 21, Post Office Building.
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US Civil Service Commission
Washington
United States
Territories
H. M. Timmons
Civil Service
Post Office
Willis Parker Rites Tuesday
Funeral services for Willis Marion Parker 41 of Friona will be held at First Methodist Church Friona at 2 pm Tuesday with Rev. James E Tidwell officiating Burial will be in Farwell Cemetery via Steed Funeral Home Clovis Parker was killed Saturday when a power shovel overturned crushing him between the shovel cab and a bull dozer during moving a large steel water tank Rescuers worked about 20 minutes he was alive when rescued but died at Parmer County Hospital Survivors include his wife three daughters and a son.
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Farwell
Willis Marion Parker
Friona
First Methodist Church
James E. Tidwell
Farwell Cemetery
Steed Funeral Home
Clovis
Parker
Parmer County Hospital
Parmer County
Temple Society emigration to Australia from Palestine rises
About two thousand members of the Temple Society, a German religious economic order founded in Palestine about ninety years ago, are now in the process of moving to Australia.
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The
Temple Society
Palestine
Australia
Readers Letter Critiques Acolumnist Over Personal Tone
A reader criticizes a columnist for overusing first person and humor, suggesting the writing is childish. The columnist responds, defending the approach, noting weather humor attracts readers, and hints at upcoming reader polls to gauge preferences.
Laundry Work Ad for In‑Home Service
Person offers in home laundry and ironing services at 612 selon West Fourteenth and by phone 3 9862. Service includes small or large bundles and home pickup optional. Local ad notes available for immediate scheduling.
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Tack
Selon West
Pressing services offer by Jimmie Lawrence
A seasoned presser with ten years of experience offers help. Contact Mrs. Jimmie Lawrence at 109 North Washington or call 2-8202 for assistance.
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Tack
Jimmie Lawrence
North Washington
Wanted elderly woman to care for semi invalid
An elderly woman is sought to provide care for a semi invalid person. Offers room and board plus a small salary. Contact by calling phone number 2-3987. Address listed as 411 B East Fifteenth.
Lost handmade billfold from sister present found in ill
A handmade black and orange billfold with a mirror and club cards disappeared on March 13, 1951. Last seen by the sender in Illinois. Contact is provided by phone 3 7689 to assist in locating the possession tied to a sister’s gift.
Shared Apartment Offer for Working Individuals
A READER advertises a furnished apartment share for a lone working woman or working couple. Private bedroom with adjoining bath, shared kitchen, server and stove, linens dishes and utensils provided. Call 3-7229 after 6.
Dear Tack Offers In-Home Child Care in Country Club Terrace
A resident in the Country Club Terrace district advertises willingness to keep children at home by week, day, or hour and provides the phone number 2 7100 for contact.
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Country Club Terrace
Free chicken fertilizer and broiler batteries for sale
McDANIEL at 101 Hastings offers a load of chicken fertilizer free and broiler batteries for sale. Phone 3-1270 for details and pickup arrangements.
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McDaniel
Hastings
Pets for children and all who like companions
Advert says suitable pets for children who won’t pull tails or anyone who enjoys pets. Contact numbers 3767 or 32504 for details.
Small five month old red female pup ad for good home
A five month old female mixed breed puppy, part cocker spaniel and bulldog, seeks a loving home. Described as suitable for families with children and not destined to grow large. Interested parties should call 5104.
Lost billfold near Capitol Theater with IDs
I misplaced my billfold at Capitol Theater containing my driver's license and papers. I offer a reward. Call 3-0369 or contact Goldsmith at 3-4658 and ask for Wildie Reeves, 903 North Tyler.
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Tack
Capitol Theater
Goldsmith
Wildie Reeves
North
Tyler
Used basinet with hood for sale call number
Person offers a used bas sinet with a hood for sale at a reasonable price. Interested buyers should call 2 7821 for details and to arrange viewing or negotiation.
Pekingese Trade Offer Seeks S&H or Gunn Bros Stamps
A registered female Pekingese dog is offered in trade for S and H green stamps or Gunn Bros stamps, or a combination of both. Call 3-3409 or visit 2709 West Fifth to arrange.
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S&h
Gunn Bros
West Fifth
Lost baby shawl at J C Penney before Christmas
Pink floral shawl on blue background with fringe. Lost at J C Penney's store before Christmas. Item was a gift from a dear lady and holds sentimental value. Please contact if found.
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Tack
J C. Penney’s
Personal sale notice for trees and dresses
Have two nice cedars and three Chinese elms plus some summer dresses for sale at low prices. Willing to trade for Gunn Bros. Stamps. Phone 9589. MRS. L. C.
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Gunn Bros
L. C
Mrs.Gray selling crocheted doilies and linens for move
Mrs Gray invites offers on crocheted doilies chair sets tablecloths bedspread and rug as she prepares to join her husband at an Army camp and cannot take them. Located at 816 River Road.
Babysitting arrangement near Sixteenth and Madison
Mrs Lutz seeks a babysitter in the Sixteenth and Madison area. Contact 9241 between 6 and 7 PM only. Willing to work in a home with children or allow a mother with one child to bring hers.
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Tack
Sixteenth
Madison
Weekly laundry and ironing wanted nearby with pickup
Person seeks a weekly washing and ironing helper living nearby or offering pickup and delivery. Contact by calling 5852 or visiting at 4227 Jackson to arrange details.
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Tack
Jackson
Lost Swiss watch on bus to work March 13
Elmer L. Berquist seeks the return of a Swiss made Sicura movement wristwatch with metal band lost on a bus Monday morning March 13 while en route to 2504 West Second Ave. A reward is offered for contact at phone 6805.
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Sicura
Elmer L. Berquist
West Second Ave
Ralph Sissom Seeks Lumber Hauling Work
Local contractor Ralph Sissom offers trucking services for lumber and general hauling. Available for hire from 1408 North Apache, contact by phone 3-5527 for quotes and contracts.
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North Apache
Ralph Sissom
Boy's cap with tail lost in park on South Washington
Duane Glascow reports a boy's coon skin cap with tail lost March 10 in a park on South Washington. Contact 3-4674. Include details to aid in return.
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Park
South
Washington
Call
Duane Glasco
Harrison
Check Lost Personalization Inquiry
A reader reports a lost personalized check and seeks assistance in locating it. No further details on filename, account, or issuing bank are provided. If found, contact the reader or the facility that issued the check to prevent misuse.
Four Kittens Seeks Good Home from Caring Owner
A note to Mr Tack offers four six week old kittens for adoption. Part Persian and half Siamese, they are black with long hair, well cared for and playful. Contact for details.
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Mr. Tack
Lost book at the American National Bank
A reader asks for help locating a lost book at the American National Bank. Call 3-6454 after 6 PM if found. the finder will be identified.
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American National Bank
Lost gold earring with dangling disks reported
A call is requested for anyone who has found a gold metal earring featuring a large central disk with small flat disks hanging from it. Please contact 3 4554 after 6 PM.
Lost cross cut saw from truck on Fifteenth Street
A cross cut saw went missing Thursday March 15 from a truck traveling from Travis and Julian down Fifteenth Street to Fillmore then east on Twenty Second to Buchanan. A reward is offered for its return. Call 6596.
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Travis
Julian
Fifteenth Street
Fillmore
Twenty Second East
Twenty Second Street
Buchanan
Franks Harris seeks daytime care or ironing job
A mother of six states her husband is in the Veterans Hospital and she wants daytime child care for three or four children or ironing work. FRANK R. HARRIS 409 Madison.
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Veteran’s Hospital
Frank R. Harris
Madison
Used Breakfast Table for Sale at 302 South Roberts
Compact used breakfast table offered for 3 dollars. Interested buyers should visit 302 South Roberts to inspect and purchase.
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Tack
South Roberts
Pen Pal Request From a Refined Lady Seeks Gentleman
Employed woman seeks correspondence with a refined gentleman around ages 50 to 55 of good character. Interested in polite, thoughtful letters and potential long-term exchange. Please respond with brief introduction and interests.
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Tack
Address Request for Mr E K Wayles
The writer requests Mr E K Wayles to resend his address and offers to respond once provided. The note from ALTA H indicates a reply will be made if Wayles provides his street address or confirms a mailing address at Texico New Mexico P O Box 127.
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E. K. Wayles
Lonesome widow seeks good looking man for companionship
A lonesome widow describes herself as non drinking, neat, with brown hair and blue eyes. She weighs 135 pounds, enjoys fun and sports, and hopes to hear from a like minded man.
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Tack
Lost brown and green jacket at Youth Center
Child’s size 10 wool jacket with hood, brown and green, went missing at the Youth Center last week. Owner requests contact to arrange retrieval. phone number 2 5965 provided for response.
Keeps Children Day or Night Ironing Service
Mrs Chandler offers child care plus ironing services around the clock. Contact phone 3 7131 for arrangements and availability.
Laundry and ironing services offered by Mrs Guthrie
Mrs Gutherie advertises wash and dry laundry bundles at 1.75 dollars with indoor drying when weather fails, plus wash and iron bundles at 2 dollars. Curtains ironed, 0.75 dollars per dozen mixed pieces, up to 3 shirts. Baby chair for sale cheap. Phone 5. 2031 North West Thirteenth.
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North West Third
Baby
Share home offers free bedroom and shared kitchen
A notice invites a single lady to occupy a room with shared kitchen space at no rent. The item appears as a continuation on page 11. No further details are provided in the available text.
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Globe-News Visitors
Globe
Globe-News
Forest Hill School
Pearley Jo Johnson
Carline McDonald
Diana Morris
Annie Ruth Bryan
Leah Walker
Gloria Lafferty
Billie Dean Mott
Cynthia Crabtree
Linda Pope
Kay Clemmons
Jackie Pippen
Clancy
Phil
A. N
Carolina
Harlan
Steve
Straat
Crockett
Longhorn
Laurie
Pyote
Johnnie Lee
Choussin
State Capitol
Hugo
OPS
Willis Parker
Tex Phillips
Mr. Phillips
Mr. Izzard
Amarillo
News-Globe
E.R.T
Presser
Billfold
Bassinet
Shawl
Watchmaker
East 6Th ST
Three Sisters
Ansal
Deason
Seeks Wayles
Alta H., P. O. Box
Texico, NM
Rapelt
Bauer & Black
Reg. U.S
Jacket
Taylor
Mrs. Chandler
Henry Danciger
Longines
Bulova
Hamilton
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Uncle Sam
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