Plainview Plans Big Show At 1929 Tri-State Fair
Plainview will send a large delegation to the 1929 Tri-State Fair and may run a special train. The Plainview Chamber of Commerce and Fair Association leaders announced the plan at a joint Amarillo Plainview real estate meeting. The Plainview Bands are invited to attend for at least one day as the city pledges strong support to back Amarillo’s Panhandle Plains Dairy Show.
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Plainview
Wilbur C. Hawk
The
Fair Association
W. J. B. Gouldy
South Plains
Amarillo
Panhandle-Plains
Gouldy
Telephone operator abducted after man enters rooming house
Miss Rosalie Rizzo a 20 year old telephone operator was kidnapped from her rooming house by two men with revolvers after she had been out with John Rooney a brother of Eddie Rooney recently convicted of murder Mrs Ferris and roomer Julius Greenfield aided by Allen Ferris were assaulted when they tried to intervene The case links Rooney to the crime as police pursue suspects in Chicago May 2 Associated Press
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Associated Press
Chicago
Rosalie Rizzo
Allen Ferris
Amarillo to Enforce Ban on Handbills and Circulars
City Manager Patterson announced the commission will enforce an ordinance prohibiting distribution of handbills circulars and dodgers on streets and in homes. The move aims to keep Amarillo clean and beautify the city as wind scatters waste paper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amarillo
Patterson
City Commission
Police Department
Dr W F Gabbert Hereford Physician Dies in Amarillo
Hereford May 2 Dr W F Gabbert 49 prominent Hereford physician died at Northwest Texas hospital Amarillo shortly before noon yesterday after pneumonia followed by a serious operation He is survived by his widow He had been in Hereford since 1916 and was a major in the Medical Officers Reserve corps. Funeral rites will be held Friday at 3 o clock with Masonic lodge in charge.
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Globe
Hereford
W. F. Gabbert
Northwest Texas
Amarillo
Gabbert
Medical Officers Reserve Corps
Santa Fe Railway
Knights Templar
Masonic Lodge
Tacna Arica Dispute Nears Settlement
The Associated Press reports in Lima May 2 that the Tacna Arica dispute between Chile and Peru has been completed and a formal announcement is expected within two days from Washington.
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Associated Press
Lima
Pers
Chile
Peru
Washington
Capuchine Promises Quick Relief for Nervous Headaches
An old advertorial claims Capuchine eases nervous headaches and nerve pains. It touts quick liquid action without opiates, gentle on the stomach, and faster relief than tablets. Sold by druggists in one and two sizes.
Mexican labor in Texas raises alarm in Texas newspapers
A Houston Chamber pamphlet allegedly promises Mexican labor to fuel Texas textile mills, prompting editorials about rural wage levels and unemployment. The writer cites Hoover, Amarillo News Globe praise, and Texas rank in education while warning against radicalism and mentioning a ranch hand aid ad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Railway Locomotive Engineers
Houston Chamber of Commerce
New England
Texas
Amarillo youth forms American club with Rex Borough president
Rex Borough 16 organizes the American club at 1609 Madison St inviting boys 8 to 14. Kennard Borough is vice president, Jack Trier secretary, George Davis sergeant, planning a future ball team among many activities. The note also showcases a theatre burlesque cast and a humorous office visit by a delegation from Hellene, New Mexico.
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Rex Borough
Madison Street
Kennard Borough
Jack Trier
George Davis
Lindbergh Flying Hero Reaches European Shores
The sun set behind mountains as the St. Louis Eagle sought the air. Lindbergh began to sail across the ocean in a monoplane, flying thirty three hours with many who would weep. He landed in France, a hero proclaimed when the world waited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lindbergh
St. Louis
France
Europeen
Snow and storm toll rises across South and Plains
Reports from Georgia, Minnesota and Northwest states describe snowstorms and rains as Great Lakes and Mississippi Valley face floods and a cold snap. In Georgia near Waynesboro and LaGrange three people were killed with several injuries, while a northwest storm hit Dallas causing building damage and disruption.
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Georgia
Minnesota
Northwest States
Great Lakes
Mississippi Valley
Waynesboro
Lagrange
Texas
Dallas
Freezing Night Bypassed by Panhandle Weather Record
Am arillo and surrounding Panhandle territory saw near freezing temperatures last night with a 4 degree reading, no frost and no damage to fruit gardens or flowers. The sun warmed the area by noon while light rain fell across most sections north of Canyon yesterday.
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Amarillo
The
Panhandle
Canyon
Storms Ravage Arkansas and Missouri Regions
Continued southeast the storm struck Frankston demolishing several residences injuring five persons. Jefferson and Bullard reported damages. Cyclones struck Dagmar Fort Smith Brinkley Ark Leadwood Flat River Mo. Six killed near Wheatley Eden Ark four injured at Fort Smith and several minor injuries at Dagmar and Brinkley Hichita Morris Okla. a mile wide path caused considerable property damage. Crop damage reported near Herrin Illinois.
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Frankston
Jefferson and
Bullard
Arkansas
Missouri
Dagmar
Fort Smith
Brinkley
Ark
Leadwood
Flat River
Wheatley
Eden
Hichita
Morris
Okla
Herrin
Inl
Storm Toll, Weather Chaos Hit Texas and Surrounding States
The report details a broad winter storm sweeping Texas and nearby regions. High winds and cold temperatures damaged property in Dallas and Austin, with power and traffic disrupted. Tornado near Frankston injured five, and a Lubbock sandstorm caused hospitalizations. A May snow and hail event affected Missouri and Illinois.
Sailor’s World Flight Hero Weds Ann Spencer Morrow
Thousands greeted the aviator as news arrived that his son is safe. He is praised as one of the greatest heroes, having flown the world solo with only one sorrow. In June he plans to wed Miss Ann Spencer Morrow in a formal ceremony.
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Heavenly Father
Ann Spencer Morrow
Evans
Deadwiley
North Side
P. O
City
Long Live Mayor Tack Col. E. Tack
A clipping from the Phoenix edition highlights remarks in the Tack letters column. It notes support for the mayor and cites ongoing community discussion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mayor Tack
Col. E. Tack
Phoenix
MELLOGLO Face Powder Promises Pure Flawless Finish
Debs favor MELLOGLO face powder for reducing pores and long wear. The French Process claims a youthful bloom with no irritation and a non flaky, smooth application. Fox Drug Company operates five stores selling MELLOGLO.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fox Drug Company
Revival Begins at West Amarillo Christian Church
Mrs Ruth Logue Schurman will assist her husband in a revival at West Amarillo Christian Church San Jacinto and Tennessee starting Sunday May 5 through May 12. She comes from Moberly Missouri where she directed music in a large church and is an experienced soloist. She studied at Drake University Conservatory of Music. R L Allston choir director will assist. Services Sundays at 10 45 AM and nights at 8 PM.
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West Amarillo Christian Church
San Jacinto
Tennessee
Schurman
Moberly
Drake University
Conservatory of Music
Holmes Cowper
Tolbert MacRae
Cupid Works Overtime to Hold Record
April saw 3.5 marriages per divorce as court records show 41 licenses issued in March and 58 in April. Judge W E Gee granted 14 divorces in April, 11 applications dismissed, with list of married pairs including Gilvin, Corbin, Bennett, Morris, Lawrence, Darby, Carter, Green, Sullivan, Long, Walton, Pearson, Lane, Ulrey among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court House
W. E. Gee
Ted Blackburn
Gee
Frank Gilvin
Pearlah
Margaret Gilvin
Hazie Corbin
Alvin Lee Corbin
W. J. Bennett
N. J. Bennett
W. 0. Morris
Pearl Morris
May Lawrence
George P. Lawrence
Minnie Belle Darby
H. H. Darby
Hazel L. Carter
Mark D. Carter
Stewart Floyd Green
Glessner Mae Green
Inez Sullivan
W. P. Sullivan
Carra A. Long
Chas
Marjah Presents Ladies Matinee at Fair Theater
Marjah, billed as Marjah Son of India, will stage a special matinee for women at the Fair theater this Friday morning. The event, titled the Ladies Revelation Matinee, runs from 10 30 a m until the regular show begins at 1 p m. The engagement of Mariah ends Saturday night.
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Marjah
Son of India
Fair Theater
Mariah
Mrs McDonald Dies in Local Hospital
Mrs. Eulah McDonald aged 25 wife of T H McDonald of 404 Lincoln street died at a local hospital at 11 30 last night. She leaves her husband and a small infant. The body is in state at Boxwell Brothers Funeral home with burial planned in Llano cemetery tomorrow. Mr McDonald works for Amarillo Lumber Company.
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Eulah McDonald
T. H. McDonald
Lincoln Street
Boxwell Brothers Funeral Home
Llano
McDonald
Amarillo Lumber Company
Mexican Boy Indicted on Assault Charge
Melquidez Garez, a Mexican youth, indicted by the grand jury for criminal assault on a Mexican girl. He is jailed in Potter county without bail after several days in custody. Other bills reportedly found, but arrests have not yet been made.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melquidez Garez
Potter County
Missouri Ozarks Frost Wipes Out Fruit Crops In Storm
A historic weather event brought frost and a mid winter blizzard feel with strong winds. The U S Weather Bureau warned of frost tonight in the Missouri Ozarks fruit belt threatening millions in losses to fruit and strawberry crops. Three inches of snow fell in St Louis in three hours and Springfield reported .6 inch with widespread damage. Telegraph and power lines along with plate glass windows suffered as the storm disrupted communications and traffic. Southern Illinois counties reported over one million dollars in wind and hail damage.
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United States
Weather Bueau
Missouri Ozarks
St. Louis
Springfield
Missouri-Illinois-Arkansas
Ilinois
Radio Programming Lineup Across Stations and Times
A dense schedule lists air features across multiple stations including KYOO WFAA WSB KSTP KPRC WOAI WHAS and many others. It notes concert hours orchestras and choirs from WJZ WGY WWJ and KGO KPO with blocks like 6:30 7:30 8:00 and 9:30 featuring ensembles and variety halves.
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WOW
KYOO
WFAA
WSB
KSTP
KPRC
WOAI
WHAS
WIMJ
Wmmc
WGY
WWJ
WSMB
WMC
WKY
WAP
Geo. Olsen
WHO
WJZ
New York
Chain
Ben Bernie
KDKA
WJR
WLW
KYW
Wren
WIR
KSD
WDAF
WTMJ
WEBC
WSM
KOA
Chicago
NBC
Uncle Sob’'s Club of Children
KWK
KVOO
WGN
KGO
KPO Western Chain
WEAF
KHQ
KGW
KOMO
KSL
KGO Kpo
Norden of Providence tests new nut machine for Amarillo firm
Norden of Providence has been in Amarillo installing a gear and clutch driven machine at the Brown Lock Nut Company. The device, designed by Norden, processes one half inch lock nuts for lug nuts, promising strong retention and easy replacement without thread distortion. Company officials plan heavier and lighter models and invite stockholders and the public to view the plant at 107 Harrison Street.
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Norden
Providence
Rhode Island
Amerilla
Brown Lock Nut Company
Harrison Street
Mathine
Brown
Mr. Brown
Amarillo
Girl Scout Council Adopts Camp Fence Plan
The Girl Scout Council agreed to accept bids for a four strand barb wire fence about 11 to 14 miles long around the camp. A cookie sale netted 366.60 for the summer camp fund. Thanks were sent to numerous local firms and churches aided by volunteers. Ten members attended the meeting at the municipal auditorium.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Girl Scout Council
Great West Mill and Elevator Company
Nobles Brothers
McElroy’s Market
Harris and Son
Radford Grocery
Amarillo Poultry
Swift and Company
M System
Tenth and
Jefferson
Piggly Wiggly
Clarence Saunders
Metzgers Creamery
Central Grocery
Williams Grocery
Polk Street
Cy Patton Dairy
Rippey Sign Company
Palo Duro Furniture
Montgomery Ward
White and Kirk
Wright Printing Company
Coca Cola Bottling Works
Mistletoe Ice Cream Company
Central Presbyterian
San Jacinto
Negro Jailed on Burglary Charge
Branza Shumake, a Negro, was arrested by police on a burglary charge and held in Potter county jail awaiting grand jury action. He reportedly signed a confession admitting entering a house at 212 East Nineteenth Avenue and stealing a gun, camera, and a small bank containing $2, and noted prior burglary sentences in the Oklahoma penitentiary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Branza Shumake
Potter County
Shumake
East
Nineteenth Avenue
Oklahoma
Garden Verse on Equality by Edgar A. Guest
In the garden the speaker observes equal bloom among morning glories and birds, denying social ranking or envy. No wealth or status affects sun and rain, and the garden remains a peaceful place where petty human strife and greed do not intrude.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edgar A. Guest
Markets Report From Fort Worth and Chicago Livestock
Fort Worth hog and cattle quotes show 1,500 hogs with top 10.85 and 2,200 cattle including 600 calves with slow slaughter and mixed prices, while Chicago market records 19,000 hogs up to 11.70 and 7,600 cattle with mixed, softer trends, plus cotton and grain updates from New York, New Orleans, and Liverpool.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Worth
Associated Press
Chicago
ST. Louis
East ST. Louis
New York
Liverpool
Prohibition era tales and crime din in shifting headlines
A crowded collage reports a hotel guest's amnesia and assault, a hunter on a park kill, a NYC police dog tale, and a mob of gun violence. It follows stock market jitters with mixed openings and notable price shifts across firms, utilities, and foreign exchanges in a single-day snapshot.
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Rand
Sherman
DR. Gabbert OF
Tacna-Arica Fuss
Houston
Hoover
News-Globe
Virginia
Roanoke
Osage Hills
Ma Ferguson
Palestine Herald
Fort Worth Star- Telegram
Dallas News
Houston Post-Dispatch
California
L. L. Melton
East Eleventh Street
Musicale
Robert Allingham
George
Pinky
Peaches Browning
George Ordway
Tillie
Dr. Winsett
Gloria Swanson
Charlie Fisk
Jim Bush
Hannah
Horace Griggs
Toney Chisum
Lewis Fields
Dimples
Floyd Walker
Clara Bow
Earl Wyatt
Roy Greenhill
M. F. Stewart
Baby Face
Ed Mayer
Ziegfeld
Earl Calloway
Cleopatra
George Maggard
Neal Hall
Marion Talley
George Lindsay
Dumb Dora
Arthur Ball
Judge Trulove
Irving Tolzein
Mack Sennett
Dr. Bennett
Allen Early
Mrs. Gann
Will Manning
Mona Lisa
Lloyd Fletcher
Queen Marie
Phil Gardner
Sweet Adeline
George Mullins
Annie Laurie
Clyde Smith
Marie Pickford
H. E. Crum
Sweet Sixteen
Kit Carson
Rolla Cartwright
Wales Madden
Rosa
Max Bauer
Walter Fuermann
Wilbur Hawk
Clarence Williams
Giggles
W. D. Burger
Jiggs
Maggie
Ben Manning
Dr. Stevenson
Matilda Jane
Dale Benson
Alice White
L. M. Oles
Constance Talmadge
der Hughes
Gibson Roquemore
Porter Underwood
Tack
J. W. Reid
Hellene
New Mexico
Earl Hartley
Adplia Kaemper
John Chitwood
Earl Thompkins
Corr
United Press
Travis County
Austin
Lubbock
Berger
Midland
Illinois
Debs
Ruth Logue Schurman
CUPID
New Orleans
Paris
Reascletes Press
Liberty
Foreign Exchange
Great Britain
Lyons
New York City
Fifth Avenue
South Dakota
State Park Game Preserve
National Biological Survey
Enrico Arquini
Denny Tortorici
Arguini
Esquimaux
Flat
Alaska
Twitchell
Italy
Belgium
Germany
Tokyo
Montreal
Borg Warner
Purity Baking
Westinghouse Electric
American Telephone
Union Carbide
Texas and Pacific
American Can
Andea Copper
Electric Auto Lite
Wright Aeronautical
Wall Street
Bank of England
Federal Reserve
United Aircraft
Advance Rumely Common
Columbia Graphophone
Advance Rumely
Allis Chalmers
International Telephone
Columbia Gas and
North American
Radio
Radio- Keith-Albee
U. S. Realty
Otis Elevator
Wilcox Rich B
Majestic Radio
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