Turmoil on heels of new gang slaying
Chicago reports a dramatic gangland murder as “Diamond Joe” Esposito is ambushed outside his home. Three power centers in the city are shaken as the slaying sparks political upheaval ahead of April elections. Esposito, a major Republican faction leader with ties to bootleggers, faced threats but refused to flee due to his ill son. He died after shotgun and pistol fire while accompanied by two bodyguards who were later detained for questioning.
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United Press
Chicago
Joe” Esposito
Esposito
Cook County
U. S
Charles Deneen
Diamond Joe
Republican Committee
Twenty-Fifth
America
Italy
Heuilt
William Hale Thompson
Ralph
Joe Varchetti
Cowboy Band Concert at High School Hall Postponed
A cowboy band performed this morning at the High School auditorium at 10 o clock. The event included a one act play The Minuet by the home economics department. The date for the day has been postponed indefinitely.
Amarillo Girl Scouts and Summer Camps History
A reminiscence traces Amarillo Girl Scouts from 1921 start in a church parlor to seven troops by 1922, detailing early hikes, encampments, and leaders. It notes later camps on Summers and Jennings ranches, municipal venues, and a 1927 to 1928 revival with renewed youth participation and a national trend toward camping education.
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Amarillo
Girl Scouts
Nature
Summer Ranch
J. I. Summers
Country Club
Sanborn
Phillips-Lowery
Presbyterian Children's Home
Palo Duro Canyon
M. EF
de Laney
Lucile Pringle
Kansas
Girl Scout Council
Frank Wolflin
Jack Hall Ranch
R. S. Thompson
Laura V. Hamner
Phoebe K. Warner
Lions Club
J. N. Riggs
H. A. Gardner
Jennings Ranch
B. F. Harper
M. L. Fuller
Adelaide Summers
Doris Myrick
Organization of Directors of Girls
United States
B C D Aids Forester With Tree Situation
The agriculture department of the Board of City Development and the city forester T W Robertson cooperate on tree planting. P C Bennett head and F D Ford assistant manager offer horticulture expertise to Potter County residents. Many fruit varieties grow here but require proper attention, along with shade and ornamental trees.
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Agricultural Department
Board of City Development
T. W. Robertson
Robertson
Agricultural Department of the
P. C. Bennett
F. D. Ford
Potter County
Foley Pills Diuretic Ad Claims Night Fatigue Cure
An advertised diuretic stimulant Foley Pills promises relief for chronic tiredness and backache by claiming improved energy, strength, and sleep after a few doses. The testimonial from John R. Gordon of Danville UL endorses the product with a satisfaction guarantee and widespread availability.
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John R. Gordon
Danville
Foley
Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin Aimed at Women and Children
An advertorial piece from Monticello Illinois details Dr Caldwell's long practice focusing on women and children. It traces the creation of Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin in 1892 and its rise to mass use, praising its mild laxative action and safety for babies. The copy invites readers to request a free sample bottle by mail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monticello
Ilinois
Dr. Caldwell
Girls Camp as Moral Force in Education Push
A local appeal urges Amarillo mothers to enroll their daughters in a summer girls camp. The piece cites a prominent English educator praising camps as America’s top educational contribution and argues camping fosters character, gentleness, social responsibility, and closeness to nature and God.
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America
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Boks
Bradfield Regulator Co
Atlanta
Hola Ruhigtin
Girl Scout
J. L. Scott
Joe L. Williams
B.C. D
Forester
Qetuwrtee
Madge Evans
the Postoffice
Kwitcherkikkin
The
Amarillo Laundry & Dry Cleaners
Marillo
ALL New Spring
Adams
NEW Fine
Georgettes
Chepe de Chine
Adams Dry Goods
Polk Street
Rayon
Polk ST
S. H. Wright
Care of
Amarillo Furniture Co
Amarillo, Texas
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