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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1936
Page
2
Britain's new super liner the Queen Mary moved from the fitting basin on the Clyde toward the open sea watched by an estimated one million spectators along the banks. The vessel, gleaming with fresh paint and three red funnels, stood as Britain's bold claim to speed and size against France's Normandie.
Fair and warmer conditions expected for the next 24 hours with low dust and favorable winds. A humorous aside recalls a country boy's first town visit and a murder trial anecdote about air flow in a two story house.
Elliott Roosevelt, youngest son of President Roosevelt, moved to Texas to work in radio. He sold stations for William Randolph Hearst and was kept as a vice president, praised for loyalty and enterprise while supporting his wife and child. The column notes other society bits and local humor.
Veniremen in the forty seventh district court were excused after a jury was seated for a civil case titled Gough v. The Oklahoma Wheat Growers Association. Plaintiffs Roy Gough of Hereford claim loss from wheat placed in a pool. Judge Reese Tatum presided for F C Nelson Jr. in Rome. The same day three Austro Hungarian protocols urged closer economic ties among Danubian states via bilateral accords.
A reader writes from the plains, defending the region and addressing a previous dispute. The letter discusses community spirit and personal grievances with a respectful, measured tone.
Hollywood keeps leg art alive amid censorship and costume revivals as stars like Marlene Dietrich depart for London while chorus girls and rail scenery share the spotlight. A studio painter’s blunt joke captures the era: a leg is “something to paint around.” A transcontinental airline reroutes to fly over the Grand Canyon by day.
The Garden of Light pageant directed by John Josey will be staged Wednesday at 8:30 pm as part of the B T U and Sunday School convention program at First Baptist Church. It features 25 speaking roles plus adult and junior choirs with scenes The Return From Calvary The First Easter and The Glories of the Cross and Resurrection.
The New York State assembly approved a bill allowing theaters to sell liquor between acts. Senate approval and governor Lehman’s signature are still required before it becomes law.
The Wichita Falls Col E O Thompson for Railroad Commissioner Club organized with about 600 members. R L Underwood was elected chairman, J T Harrell vice chairman, Fred Lehman secretary, and C W Boller treasurer. A new meeting will be held soon to push Thompson's candidacy.
City commission holds routine session at 7 30 with acceptance of deed for city purchased lots in Llano Cemetery on the agenda.
The Merchandise Mart in Chicago now uses an automatic red and green traffic light to guide more than 800 transfer and freight trucks daily at its loading platform. Officials say it is the world’s first of its kind for such a building.
March 24 report says Policeman A B Winder was wounded and Sylvester Rivera, 36, Mexican, was killed by Police Lieut H B McMahon in sleeping quarters at a Mexican cafe in Fort Worth.
A reader responds to a Fort Worth segment, defending Panhandle harsh climate and bluntly criticizing Dallas and Fort Worth as too citified. The writer mocks Dallas wealth, climate bragging, and Panhandle toughness while contrasting Amarillo’s rougher environment.
Funeral services for Charles B. Livingston 30 Dumas electrician who died yesterday will be held at 4 tomorrow afternoon in Griggs chapel. Rev F A Foster will officiate with pallbearers J E Odom Bill Moseley Huie Gilbreath Einar Hanson Sam Harmon and Ligon Bradley. Casket will not be open. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. He is survived by his widow father a daughter four brothers and three sisters
Greet the Spring with a gracious frock pattern 2595 for sizes 14 through 42. Anne Adams pattern includes all in one yokes and sleeves, gored skirt, and step by step instructions. Send 15 cents for pattern plus optional pattern book at 15 cents. book and pattern together 25 cents. Order from The Amarillo Globe Pattern Department.
Vince Ross, 22, Brenham cheese salesman, confessed slayer of R. W. Albert, 32, Brenham, directed officers to the murder weapon and the auto spring used in the killing. Ross grinned as he left with police saying there is more to the case and he won't take the rap alone.
Homer Beebe a Seattle mail carrier describes unseen dogs as a danger of his route. He reached through a large letter slot to deliver mail and could not withdraw his hand as a dog clamped on. He required several days off due to injuries from the incident.
Topeka March 24 Gov Alf M Landon said he was neither approving nor repudiating any delegates when asked about a slate entering his name for the California presidential preference primary at a press conference
Student detectives in the San Jose State College police school under Professor William A. Wiltberger tested their theories when a thief stole most of a jewel and art exhibit at the college.
Prank Potter on a hunting trip with two dogs encountered a large bear and two cubs in a den. The bear attacked causing cuts and bruises and tore Potter's clothing. Potter survived the encounter with injuries and the dogs protected him during the event.
Washington March 24 the House ways and means sub committee decided to include processing taxes on agricultural and competing products in a report to the full committee. The plan will form the basis for open hearings starting Monday on a 792 million dollar tax program.
Sidney Howard told drama graduates that Garbo and Crawford cannot hold a scene on stage. He contrasted Hollywood acting with stage craft noting the “cutting room” as the true place acting is learned. He cited the easy life in California and the headaches of the stage as examples.
Ardmore Oklahoma on March 24 196? David L Thurston 89 and his wife 86 renewed vows during anniversary events read by Rev W A Govett Ardmore pastor They were born in Marianna Arkansas on March 24 1866 and Mrs Thurston has been blind since age 65 revealing the minister only to her husband
The Ethiopian government said 10 Italian planes bombed Jijiga for the third time today, dropping more than 100 bombs in the raid. A separate weather note notes measuring snowfall remains harder than tracking rain and hail.
Thousands across 48 states have received over $500 000 in benefits from a new Postal Life and Casualty Insurance policy. The 63 50 yearly premium covers up to 1000 for death from accidents and up to 100 monthly for total disability, plus liberal minor injury benefits. No medical exam, mail for ten days’ inspection, ages 10 to 70 and 70 to 85 for a special policy.
Burglars cut through a basement door at 306 Polk Street to raid the Pool Drug Company's liquor room. Loot value not yet determined. police investigation ongoing.
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