Pioneer woman Katherine Coon remembered in Dalhart
The notice honors Katherine Coon of Dalhart who died in Houston after years of bed rest, praising her cheerfulness and love for Dalhart. Other items mention a Malcolm Shelton painting by John Falter in the Saturay Evening Post, May rainfall estimates led by Orville Rigdon, Amarillo Air Field soldiers under 21, rancher calf prices, nightly bomber flights, poke salad grower W R Spencer, hospital rest benefits, and Texas oil men eyeing Eastern Montana and the Dakotas with fears of Middle East oil disruption.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kies
Katherine Coon
Dick Coon
Dalhart
Houston
Hier
Kate
Malcolm Shelton
Saturday Evening Post
American Air Lines
Mr. Shelton
John Falter
Post
Mr. Falter
Albuquerque
Salt Cavern Drilling Yields Pure Water and Storage Potential
A salt cavern is drilled to access pure water. Pumps will extract water while an underground cavern forms. Later oil or gas may be injected into the same hole, aiming to reduce long term storage costs.
Mass hysteria and MacArthur followings noted in brief
A collage of anecdotes describes shifting public opinion on MacArthur, a Navy appointment for Bill Franklin, and social trends. It cites rising anti gambling sentiment due to Kefauver, a claim of telecom growth in Amarillo, and fashion shifts toward vestless suits with fancy waistcoats as a New York trend.
New York Bookstores Reclaim Lost TV Audience
A New York chain reports customers who deserted for television are returning to books and many people are resuming part of their pre TV leisure. Bob Hope opened in London with an 80 minute stage show and left British admirers in fits of laughter.
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New York
Bob Hope
London
Doctor in New York Walks Into Glass in Public Embarrassment
Dr. Leon Hill limped through New York streets admiring skyscrapers, then bumped into someone and fell flat on the sidewalk, an incident he calls deeply embarrassing. He had traveled to address a luncheon of the National Association of Manufacturers and was struck by the city’s abundance of cocktails.
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Polk Street
Telephone Company
City Commission
Amarillo
Thomas
Leon Hill
New York
Hill
National Association of Manufacturers
Hill’s Washington Visit Sparks Liquor Dialogue
Dr Hill’s remark that he should have gone to Washington to see how liquor flows is echoed by statistics from the Amarillo Globe noting Washington residents have high per capita income and consumption. The Globe claims Amarillo’s paper leads Texas city circulation with about twenty three thousand copies daily.
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Dr. Hill
Washington
United States
The
Amarillo Globe
Texas
Box Supper Planned After Forest Hill Park Dedication
Brownies and Girl Scouts of Forest Hill School host a box supper tonight at Forest Hill School after the dedication ceremonies for Forest Hill Park. Scout leader Mrs Byrus Lafferty seeks an auctioneer and asks helpers to call 37315 or 5104. Park dedication begins at 7 o’clock.
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Brownies
Girl Scouts
Forest Hill School
Forest Hill Park
Byrus Lafferty
Petition for Richard McGee to spare death sentence
A reader urges Governor to commute Richard McGee's death row to life imprisonment. The writer praises Mrs. Stull, describes Richard as mentally ill yet capable, notes his Christian influence on fellow prisoners, and asks readers to sign petitions and offer support to save the boy and ease his mother's burden.
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Richard McGee
Richard
Christ
Earnest Constituent Pleads For Public Aid Letters
An Amarillo resident writes to Mr Tack urging preservation of aid and bounty letters column. He recounts a dog rescue story sparked by the column and praises its role in connecting townspeople with public help. He recalls a distant case and stresses the column as vital access to assistance.
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Mr. Tack
Tack
John McCarty
State
Lubbock
Amarillo
West Texas
Texas
Question on Republican nomination answer from reader
A reader asks who is most likely to win the Republican nomination next year. James Sample of Amarillo believes General MacArthur could secure it if he approves, noting his military career and potential as a president. He pledges to vote for him if that occurred.
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MacArthur
James Sample
Amarillo Club
van Buren
H. A. Delamar, JR
Farmer, Dumas
General MacArthur
Taft
Dewey
E & Don Robertson
Fireman Railway
West Sixteenth
Thomas Dewey
Lost dog Missy near Sixteenth Street in North Heights
We have lost our brown cocker spaniel named Missy who vanished near Sixteenth Street in North Heights. She has five three week old puppies and needs to be found soon or the puppies may die. Call 3-0295.
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Sixteenth Street
North Heights
Missy
Republicans name possible presidential nominees in early opinions
A set of readers from Dumas to Ada, Oklahoma propose possible Republican nominees. H A DeLamar Jr favorites Dewey or Taft with Dewey likely. Don Robertson backs Dewey. Ford Carpenter supports Earl Warren over MacArthur. Miss Jo An ne Abshier backs Harold Stassen. Miss Grace Baker prefers Stassen, doubts Dewey and doubts MacArthur. comments reflect mixed views on 1948 style elections and party choices.
State to receive $500000 from Utah Rural Rehab fund
The State of Utah inherits a $500,000 trust from the dissolved Utah Rural Rehabilitation Corp dissolved in 1938. Federal officials say the assets are now held in trust for Utah.
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Salt Lake City
Utah
Utah Rural Rehabilitation Corp
Man Offers Fertilizer Hauling and Hedge Trimming
Dear Tack seeks work for fertilizer hauling after 5 pm and Saturday afternoons. He is experienced in this type of task and asks to be contacted at 3-8541.
Night shift job sought by colored girl
Job applicant seeks night work and preferably janitoring. Telephone number listed as 3 9778. Calls welcome 8 to 12 mornings and 8 to 12 nights.
Reader Classifieds Include Companions and Services
A reader seeks companions for a California trip with possible partners or couples and requests references. Also advertised is a dresser offering formal wear sewing services at 900 North Buchanan by Mrs Allen M Wilbanks Jr. Contact numbers and addresses are provided for each item.
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California
Phoenix
M. J. Johnston
Birge Ave
Dumas
Texas
Tack
North
Buchanan
Allen M. Wilbanks, JR
Three young kittens seek new homes soon
I have three about two months old kittens needing homes. They would be great pets for a new owner. For details call 2-3312 or visit 1819 Taylor to adopt.
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Tack
Taylor
Local Laundry Service Seeks Clients at Reasonable Prices
Dear Tack offers in home laundry service with years of experience and good value. Prefers bachelors' bundles but accepts all loads. Contact by calling 3-9785 for availability and quotes.
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Tack
Pink toe dancing shoes for exchange offer
Pair of size 2 pink toe dancing shoes described as almost like new available for exchange for ironing services. Contact by phone 6658.
Trade offer for glove seeks hamsters trio or pair
A southpaw ball glove is offered in exchange for two or three hamsters. Interested parties should call 30200 to arrange a swap or discuss details.
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Tack
Childcare request for in-home care sought in Country Club Terrace
Person in Country Club Terrace offers hourly daily or weekly child care and provides phone contact 3 3914.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tack
Country Club Terrace
Laundry Work Offered for Home Pickup and Delivery
Experienced laun dry person seeks in home work with pickup and delivery. Colored. Phone 3 0049. Reasonable rates.
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Tack
Care for children seeks day and night in home
Advertiser offers to care for children during day and night at 903 North Buchanan. Will drive to Sunday School on Sundays. Contact phone 3 8692.
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Tack
North Buchanan
Lost glasses belonging to Miss Mary Payton
Miss Mary E Payton reports a lost pair of tortoise shell rimmed glasses. She believes they were lost near Maryland and West Third and asks for return. Contact 30441 after 7:30 PM or reach her at 209 Prospect.
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Tack
Maryland
West Third
Mary E. Payton
Three Puppies for Adoption from Mrs Beets
One male and two female puppies offered by Mrs F H Beets for children wanting pets. They may be seen at 3610 Washington.
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Washington
F. H. Beets
Colored girl seeks evening and Sunday work
A colored girl seeks part time evening employment starting about 5 pm and willing to stay late, including Sundays. She requests contact at 2-1064 after 4 30 PM.
Big Fat Hogs and Lovely Women in Iowa
A humorous Iowa column lampoons local agriculture and social life with bold phrasing. The piece references hog farming culture and gatherings featuring colorful characters and lively description, reflecting rural midwestern entertainment of the era.
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Iowa
Elderly Woman Seeks Companion for Shared Home Stay
An older woman living alone offers her comfortable two bedroom home with new furniture and seeks a trustworthy companion. She recently fell ill and prefers a compatible partner to share living arrangements and companionship, ideally another senior.
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Tack
Night PBX Operator Seeked for Evening Hours
Applicant seeks work as a PBX operator for night shifts from 7 PM to 7 AM. Requesting consideration for any suitable positions and asking to be reached at 7404 after 6:30 PM.
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Tack
7404
Miller Thinks MacArthur Should Have Been Fired
Henry F. Miller of Canyon Texas writes that the MacArthur firing was beneficial. He argues it spurred Congress to action and that disagreement over wind and weather underscores healthy governance in Washington.
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Miller
MacArthur
Washington
Henry F. Miller Canyon
Tex
Night Cashier Wanted for Overnight Shift
Classified request seeks a night cashier position between 8 PM and 7 AM. Call 7404 between 8 and 9 PM any night to arrange an interview or discuss employment opportunities.
Used ice boxes for trade for chest of drawers
I have two used ice boxes for sale or trade. Will trade one or both for a good chest of drawers. Phone 4-1777 or visit 215 North Rusk.
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Tack
North Rusk
Reward Offered for Lost Little Brown Folder
A notice states a reward is offered for the return of a small brown worn folder. The finder is asked to contact the owner with any information leading to recovery. The item is described as lacking distinctive markings but is of sentimental value.
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Tack
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