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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1951
Page
4
Mrs J M Simpson Sr aged 78 of 2114 Washington died Tuesday. Service 4 PM Wednesday at Polk Street Methodist Church with burial at Llano. Ella Mae Mayes aged 69 of 3819 Hayden, wife of B S Mayes, mother and grandmother to several relatives. Service 2 PM Wednesday at Blackburn-Shaw Chapel with burial at Llano Cemetery.
General Marshall testifies on curbing aggressors to avoid a third world war while detailing restrictions near the Soviet border in northeast Korea. He explains NSC discussions with Truman and Acheson, noting Navy freedom offshore but land operations near Manchuria and the Siberian frontier were constrained to preserve UN unity and deter Soviet retaliation.
About 750000 people under 50 in the United States have damaged hearts from rheumatic fever, per the National Heart Institute. Each year at least 30,000 new cases arise in children and in adults aged 5 to 24.
A Scottish firm promotes its capacity to supply ¢,000 cans per month of shortbread fingers for export. The ad emphasizes volume and overseas market potential for this traditional biscuit product.
Hollywood May 8 The Warner brothers sale marks the end of the pioneer era of the movie industry. The four brothers Harry Sam Albert and Jack built a multi million dollar empire from a bicycle shop and theaters. Their track record includes early sound film innovations and classics like The Life of Emile Zola and Mission to Moscow. The sale ends a long chapter as negotiations unfold for the Warner holdings.
Rochester article notes James Card, assistant curator at the George Eastman House, can select from about 700 films in the early sound era to 1893, including rare prints of Faust with Emil Jannings and silent gems like Gloria Swanson in Shifting Sands. The collection spans from 1893’s Fatima to silent era stars Chaplin, Valentino, and Theda Bara.
Bridgeport Connecticut report states that foods kept in a well filled, well built home freezer will remain safe for several days even if electric power is disrupted.
Lt. Ellison F.E. Carroll of Tulsa Oklahoma said he strafed enemy troops when a Communist threw a rock into the cooling system of his F-51 Mustang. The rock nearly overheated the engine as Carroll reached base, risking a bailout or crash landing.
Rep. John Kee, 77, longtime chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, died after a heart attack during a routine committee session. He had just returned from Bethesda Naval Hospital after illness and served in the House since 1933, becoming chair in 1949 after Sol Bloom’s death.
Luther Walter Tomlin aged 72 fell from a three foot scaffold while doing carpentry at the Bud Tucker Tourist Court about 4 30 yesterday afternoon. He sustained a head laceration a broken rib and possible other injuries and was taken to St Anthony's Hospital in Amarillo where his condition was reported fair this morning.
James Marlowe explains Eric Johnson's price control order issued April 21 guiding when industries may raise prices under OPS. The rule uses industry wide average profits from 1946-49 as a benchmark and allows increases only if the industry average falls at least 15 percent below that period. Individual firms may seek hardship relief if profits are ruinously low.
The United States rejected Russia's proposal to let four Pacific powers including Communist China draft the Japanese peace treaty. State Department spokesman said Russia aimed for a double veto and that Washington will proceed with preparations for a settlement with or without Russian participation.
Burglars pried a basement window at Alcoholics Anonymous in 2024 Washington and took a cash register with contributions from members and proceeds from candy and drinks. AA secretary J H Montgomery blamed the open access and trust in people.
Governor Allan Shivers withheld a firm stance on challenging Senator Tom Connally in 1952. He confirmed receiving about six petitions urging opposition and said he would not discourage the effort while offering only a coy smile and brief acknowledgments.
El Salvador experiences its most destructive quake in memory with the National Meteorological Observatory linking the event to activity near El Limbo, a volcano south of Chinameca. The epicenter was about 60 miles southeast of San Salvador, underscoring the quake's widespread impact.
A dense list highlights closing and bid prices across a wide array of stocks and commodities. Major names such as Allied Chemie, General Motors, United Aircraft, and Armour show varied quotes. other firms include American Tobacco, Coca Cola, and General Foods with numerous percent changes and paralleled market activity across New York and Chicago sectors. Grain and livestock sections at Kansas City and Chicago reflect futures, cash prices, and supply dynamics for wheat, corn, oats, soybeans, and cattle, hogs, and sheep with noted price ranges and movement.
Hogs 11 000 head 25 cents lower butchers and sows down. Prices for 190-240 lb hogs 20.90 to 21.00. Cattle 6 000 with calves 400. Vealers weak. Cows steady. Bulls 59 cents lower. Steers and heifers steady to strong. Sheep 500 with small lambs at 38.00 and shorn lambs 32.00 to 33.75. Ewes 16.00-18.00.
British miners increased productivity with four weeks ending March 10 showing about one million more tons dug than in the same period of 1950. The report notes output gains across the industry and highlights improved efficiency in recent weeks.
Washington figures show the average American factory worker earned $58.80 for a 40 hour week at the end of 1950, up from $24.88 in 1939. The data reflect broad increases in take home pay over the decade, illustrating substantial wage growth during postwar recovery.
Veterans recount VE Day experiences from sites across the United States including Fort Bliss Camp Lee Galveston Saipan and Normandy. They describe relief at the end of Europe and mixed anticipation for the Pacific final victory with atom bomb comments and celebrations at different posts and towns.
Prague reports Czechoslovakia exports feathers to nearly all European countries and to forty nations worldwide. Among the most distant buyers are India and Australia, reflecting a broad international demand for Czech feathers.
Brazil has restarted importing beef from Argentina marking the first shipments since a 1944 suspension. The move signals improved trade ties between the two South American nations and could affect regional beef markets and prices.
Hollywood actress Mary Astor reportedly attempted death by own action at her Encino home. Police found sleeping pills nearby and she was treated at Valley Hospital before transfer to Culver City Hospital. Her despondent health and recent marital turmoil framed the incident amid a long film career and multiple marriages.
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