West Texas Leads Ol Production Amid Rising Output
Texas oil output shows a gain with West Texas leading daily production estimates. Figures indicate a jump from 800,420 barrels to 1,140,800 barrels, while California figures total 684,000 barrels.
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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1928
Page
2
Fog and crime mold Chicago rumor and police power
An OCR fragment alleges foggy conditions and criminal elements testing police methods in Chicago. It cites Police Chief Hughes criticized by authorities for failing to curb bootlegging and public gambling, while the city seeks to end the corruption harming its reputation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hughes
Thempeon
Court Orders Floor Repair at Clerk Office
The court authorizes replacing seven floor planks at Tepaly near the Mech Dooring after thirteen years of service wore the wood. County Clerk Shilimean will not collect a chair and move holes. repairs include work under the clerk’s desk to correct the worn area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shilimean
New Cafe to Open Tomorrow in Local Town
Parker's cafe will open tomorrow at 11 a.m. and be called A Place to Eat at the sign of the range freet. The cafe promises Cheaalimess quality food and quick personal service in a comfortable place to eat, according to Mr. Parker.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parker’s
Parker
Tach's Revised Amarillo Plan for Growth and Prosperity
The proposal outlines broad Amarillo expansion aims including more housing with apartments and rooms, new offices and stores, a central depot for goods, lower utility costs, and a municipal pool. It calls for attracting industry, expanding energy infrastructure, cheaper groceries, more gas stations, and a new courthouse. The plan also mentions harsher penalties for crime, a death penalty for kidnappers, and a stronger push for leadership and airport development, amid a critical view of current progress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Viedort
Amarillo
Lowe
Ratthrenskes
Bos
Cates
Thoroonh
Sandarivtoe
Golf Courve Lenpger
Nataiimenta
Reilread
Hiewite
Amarilla
Manicinal
Paletes Canyon
Straw Katy Relates Fish Tale From Sherman County
An elderly account recalls moving to a farm near Sherman County and describes a windy day on the front porch. The narrator details a failed bet, a long run of a hundred yards, and a quiet afternoon spent reflecting on the voyage and disappointments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shermen Coenty
Norte
Howe
Delegates at Beecmont Convention Face Taes and Hoover Pleas
Delegates to a state convention at Beecmont on May 2 were chosen as an intermediate step toward expediting Tawes' representatives at the Hawaten Convention which began meeting Saturday with vast delegations rejected. Kaneacity hosted Republican events to name Texas' 24 delegates to the national convention while Merbert Hoover support was urged. Democratic precincts show Gov Dan Moody leading a majority in expected statewide conventions though factional claims create doubt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beecmont
Chasen
Texas
Kaneacity
Merbert Hoover
Democratic Party
Tesne
Dan Moody
West Texas Sheriff Seeks Stolen Mules After Theft
Sheriff J. W. Simpson in Tahoks Texas reports mules stolen in recent days. The pair stand seventeen hands high, weigh about 1400 pounds, and differ in color with one black and the other roan black. The seven year olds are described as good step pers with strong action and fair condition. Orville Weight base plans to present to South Kensington Museum England the original power driven bi plane from an early engine powered flight by he and his brother.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
J. W. Simpson
Tahoks
Amarillo
Orville
South Kensington Museum
England
How Much Water Should Baby Get
Improper guidance on infant hydration cites a “famous authority” claiming six months olds need three ounces per pound daily, then two ounces per pound later. The article promotes Fletcher’s Castor Oil as a universal remedy and notes a Motherhood book with each package, urging buyers to verify Charles H. Fletcher’s signature for authenticity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fletcher
Chas. H. Fletcher
German originator of kindergarten idea becomes crossword theme
A German conceived the kindergarten concept and his name heads the puzzle. The horizontal clues mix geography, science, and everyday terms, listing items from country names to tools, weights, and measurements, with many classic words such as chair, standard, and instrument.
Romania forest statement on delegations and protests
A fragmented report notes a forest gathering where delegates to a conference returned to their starting point. The crowd grew as peasants attended the congress and an associated body found tension and a notable act involving a deputy near a key location.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forrest
March of & Wight
Former Crown Prince Corsi Ordered to Leave Romania
The government today ordered former Crown Prince Corsi to exit the country amid embarrassment over recent Caronet activities. Reports say his manifestos were printed in London and he awaits word from Rewaenta to return and name the throne for his younger son, King Mickcet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Corsi
Romania
Coral
London
Rewaenta
Mickcet
Amarillo College movement pushes for Christian school
Workers representing Catholic, Methodist, Baptist, Episcopal, Presbyterian groups rally for a Christian college in Amarillo. They stress unity in the drive to build a school serving Christian parents and preparing youths for professional careers. Morgen and Colonel Haines promise updates as the drive nears completion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amarillo
Maines
de. Morgan
J. M. Cook
Methodrete
Northwest Texas Conference
Cheidtian School
Thin City
Presbyterian
Strcke
Workers Committee
Denver crafts entertain at luncheon in Woodmen Hall
The Fort Worth and Denver mechanical craft entertained a large crowd of Denver employees with a lunch, varied refreshments and an extensive program of entertainment. J W Mode PF W Pools and J Y Graves spoke on mutual benefits. A mock trial mocked time, stolen tools and salary fraud.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Worth
Denver
Woodmen Hall
J. W. Mode
PF. W. Pools
J. Y. Graves
Cigara
C. E B. LeMaster
J. A. Clayborn
D. BE. Graham
Mothers To Be Guests at Women’s Club Meeting
A Mother’s Day program is planned for the Business and Professional Women’s club meeting at the Amarillo hotel at 6 15 PM. Mrs Faye Gordon presides, with Mrs Jack Eldredge in charge, presenting several numbers to honor Mothers Day. Members are asked to attend and bring their mothers as guests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Business and Professional Women's Club
Amarillo Hotel
Faye Gordon
Jack Eldredge
Meredith Leads Amarillo Scout Camp Site Prep
Meredith, chairman of the amp Committee, and a worker group visited Camp William Warner to continue work for the annual encampment. Pies are nearly complete for the camp, and the facility is ready for occupancy. The boy leadership training class will stay a day and a night on May 26 as part of ongoing work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin Meredith
Amp
Amarillo Bey Bevut
William Warner
Beauty expert to offer free facials at Fox Drug
Mrs. W. P. Kelly, noted beauty specialist, will be at Fox Drug on Seventh and Polk through the week giving scientific beauty advice and free facials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. P. Kelly
Fox Drug Company
Polk
Night club set ups threaten Chicago gay life
Chicago witnesses a crackdown on night clubs linked to set ups described as triggers of vice. Court orders forced closures at venues including the Midnight Froties on 22nd Street near State, with hearings set for Thursday as owners protest enforcement and patrons continue bringing liquor despite bans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Thamesires
Caintew Wardene
22Nd Street
State
Pretberg’s
Colisime’s
Club Ansonia
Mtade
La Mode Celebrates First Anniversary in Amarillo
La Mode Inc marks its first anniversary in Amarillo with a sale starting Thursday May 10. The store offers reduced prices across departments plus a new line of dresses and lingerie from New York. Corset department added overseen by Mrs. Rider. manager Mrs. Gordon invites shoppers to browse with no obligation to buy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
To Mode, Inc
Polk Street
Ite
Amarillo
New York
T. L. Gordon
la Mode
G. C. Rider
la Mode, Inc
New York City
Students Write News Items of Ancient Days
High school sophomores create period newspapers with ancient settings. First period class publishes Waverly Times on Ivanhoe set in the twelfth century. Second period issues Round Table on the Idylls of the King in the fifth century. Third period editors run Roman Times on Julius Caesar in the first century. Seventh period Knight Times covers Vision of Sir Launfal in the sixth century.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mra
P. Atwood
Aliee Arnold
Katherine Kirk
Rita Whitmore
Waverly Times
Ivanhoe
Pat Goodwin
Glenn Lou Fairey
Thelma Strickland
Roman Times
Julius Caesar
Mary Lois Ray
John Tolk
Margarette Holmes
Round Table
Mable Blackburn
Lula Ray Moore
Koight Times
Sir Launfal
Joe Elian Vaughn
Katherine Duncan
Tensions Ebb as Chinese Forces Withdraw Near Tainan
Reports from Teinen and Tsing Tao indicate hostilities between Japanese troops and Chinese Nationalist forces are easing after consular mediation. Chinese troops reportedly pulled from the Teinen commercial area, while Japan warned Chiang Kai Shek to move troops seven miles from the city. The Nationalist telegram claims Japanese open fire on Chinese soldiers and civilians, with heavy casualties and many civilians killed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ahamghal
Teinen
Chiang Kai Shek
China
Ae Press
London
Tsing Tao
Manchester Guardian Today
Tainan-fa
Music Event Tonight By Junior High
The senior high music department hosts a concert in the school auditorium tonight at o o'clock. Admission is ten cents to fund new instruments. Miss Lorraine Welch and Oscar Wise direct. Mrs. Wise accompanies. The program features bands, orchestras, vocal and instrumental solos, and selections from various works.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O'Clock
Lorraine Welch
Oscar Wise
Rossi
Lloyd Fletcher
Vernon Twaddell
Schubert
Strauss
Sole
Sherwood Braisdel
Lake
Saxophona Quartet
Sorella
Gallini
Balfe
Booze Charge Traded Before Court Today
Paul Wright alias Paul Benson and George Raymer faced district court for liquor law violations tied to a whisky still near Cliffside. Sheriff Wiley Pollard and Deputy Bob Barnett seized the still and about 80 gallons of liquor in a raid six weeks prior. Dusty Miller defends. DA W. J. Flesher and Grady Haszlewood prosecute. A verdict for Wright and Raymer was anticipated late in the afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul Wright
Paul Benson
George Raymer
District Criminal Court
Cliffside
Wiley Pollard
Bob Barnett
KR. T
Dusty” Miller
W. J. Flesher
Grady Haszlewood
Halla Leach
Wright
Raymerle
Legion Home Grounds Are Beautified
The Amer can Legion home grounds are being beautified under the city plan. Ira C. Barend notes a white fence will line the front and six flower beds form the enhancement. A flagpole bed will feature red white and blue blooms. John B. Goldingpost of Veterans of Foreign Wars contributes 200 plants and shrubs to aid the effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Legion
Ira C. Barend
John B. Goldingpost
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Legion
Fox Brought to Amarillo to Answer Forgery Charge
A. C. Fox, indicted in Potter County and arrested in Austin, was returned to Amarillo last night and lodged in the county jail by Deputy Bob Barnett. Barnett had departed days earlier to bring Fox here to answer charges of forgery and swindling said to have been committed about two years ago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. C. Fox
Potter County
Austin
Amarillo
Bob Barnett
Barnett
Fox
Unknown Rider Saves Woman After Bicycle Crash
Poem recalls a motorcyclist who diverted a collision to save a woman’s life and avoid a deadly crash. The speaker laments not knowing the rider’s name and praises his quick wit and courage that prevented tragedy on a city street.
Market Notes From Chicago and Liverpool Commodities
Markets show strong demand across cattle hogs and sheep with receipts in thousands. Prices edge higher on cattle and calves. hogs and lambs steady to higher amid mixed yearling and cow demand. Cotton futures in New York and Liverpool drift with weather forecasts and demand shifting, while poultry prices remain firm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
May
Fed
Lamba
New York
Liverpool
Co SP Reece
New Orleans
Unclear fragment cites Louisians sacked Bliss Triumph
Partial notes mention Louisiana event and Bliss Triumph with scattered figures and dates, but text is fragmented and lacks coherent details or context.
Neely Leaves Swit and Company for Plains Lubricating
R. C. Neely, three years a bookkeeper at Swit and Company, resigns to join Plains Lubricating Company in the same role. He began work Monday morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. C. Neely
Swit and Company
The
Plains Lubricating Company
Mr. Neely
Also Mentioned on This Page
West Texas
OL and Gas Journal
Ghent
Mewiesie
Berrete
Certaliment
Melly
Tach
Ruth Brittain
Italy
Japan
Resaint
Westminster Abbey
Rudyard Kipling
Ltals
Roumania
Crown Prince
Denver Crafts
Women’s Club
Meredith
Edgar A. Guest
Chicago Livestock
Associated Press
Associated Prens
Poultry Alive
York
Evey
General Motors
Nold
General Electric
Curtiss Aeroplane
Victor Talking Machine
Archer Daniels
Midland
Purity Baking
Greene Onnanen Copper
International Nickel
J Jonas Ma Preferred
Vanediamont
Westinghouse Eleetric
James BE. Bennett & Co
American Kentuog
American Sugar
American Tele
Telex
Californian Petroleum
Milwaukee
Peene International
International Paper International Tele
Teieg
Tasnessin
Kansas City Southern
Kelly-Springfield
Missouri Pacific
Montgomery Ward
National Biscwit
Packard Motor
Pan-American
Pennsylvania
Ee Phillips
Petroleure Os
Radio Corp. of America
Vreeeys
Sears, Roebuck & Co
Shell Union
Sinclair Cons
Wisconsin
Minnesota
Whiter
Tern & Co
Louisians
Bliss Triumpha
Neely
Lubricating Co
Washington
Cor Ard & Polk
Panhandle
Dial
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