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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1940
Page
9
The Amarillo city commission bought four Ford scout cars with 95 horsepower at a special session. Walter Irvin, Inc. was the winning bidder, and the net difference on a trade-in was 2059 dollars. Officials explained that police departments nationwide are adopting the Turkey Red color for patrol cars.
Proposals to operate the Thompson Park swimming stadium will be received next Tuesday night by the city commission. Each bid must include qualifications, experience and responsibility. The successful bidder must carry adequate insurance against potential injuries at the pool, stated city manager H. R. Smith.
Hundreds of delegates arrive for the West Texas Chamber of Commerce convention with talks on freight rates oil cotton livestock and local government. Speakers include Jerry Sadler Oscar H. Benson Gov. W Lee O Daniel and Amon G Carter as the three day program features elections youth events and a parade.
Thieves stole between $7 and $8 in nickels from a soft drink vending machine located in the driveway of Gunn-Hinerman Tire Company at 300 West Seventh Avenue last night. The incident is under investigation by local police.
In a Brooklyn Methodist Hospital contest six month old Rose Bloise was crowned healthiest baby after a playful battle among infants born in the hospital during a six month period. The event showcased bright young contenders and celebrated early milestones.
Old Tack No 1 wildcat drill at Thompson Park reached the contract depth of 5,000 feet before operations were suspended for cleaning. Salt water was found earlier. Amarillo C Company chose to continue drilling on its own despite paying quantities not yet evident.
Amarillo VFW Post 1907 commander C. B. Parks announced his post sponsors the Alamo Exposition Shows at Fourth Avenue and Jefferson Street. He noted earlier notices named the VFW without specifying the post.
A Wellington Leader report notes congressional candidate Deskins Wells has been relieved of duties after farmers stormed into town and disrupted the paper. Dusty Miller of Amarillo plans to open his campaign in Claude on Saturday while local community groups promote a Highland Park pie supper on May 23.
The Amarillo Chamber of Commerce voted full support for the Amarillo Fat Stock Show including a payment of about 4000 dollars for the last show and premiums for the coming year. The move came after discussion of benefits to Amarillo and the livestock industry, with thanks extended to W. M. Gouldy and colleagues. The group also endorsed a separate West Texas State College board of regents, backed a Texas Tech–West Texas State football game in Amarillo, and placed the West Texas State committee in charge of museum unit construction in Canyon. President Miles Bivins said a definite airport report would come in two weeks and a Panhandle Water Conservation Authority lake project hoped to become a permanent government agency by June 1. Clay Thornton spoke on the Veterans Hospital dedication. The board adopted a resolution praising those who secured the hospital and instructed letters be sent. W. W. Gibson was elected to replace a member who missed three consecutive meetings.
CAMP BEAUREGARD La May 15 An 11 ton army tank participating in Uncle Sam war maneuvers defeated a civilian automobile. The machines collided head on yesterday. The tank was undented while the car front end was smashed and its occupants were shaken but unhurt.
In California a pheasant hen chose the middle of a quarter-acre tract used by Allen Sharpe, a professional dog trainer, for training 16 hunting dogs. Sharpe pulled a pen around the nest to protect it, and the bird and the dogs have coexisted with little trouble.
April revenue at the Ross Rogers municipal golf course exceeded expenses by 358.85 dollars reported at city hall. Despite unfavorable weather weekends, the grass greens course at Panhandle’s new recreational site drew hundreds of men and women.
City officials reported today that patronage at the golf course has been beyond expectations with numerous out-of-towners holding memberships.
Jimmie Kidd pleaded guilty in county court today to theft and was sentenced to 10 days in jail and a $10 fine. He had pleaded guilty last week to a similar charge with a 10 day sentence and a $25 fine. Robert McCullum pleaded guilty to receiving a stolen bicycle and received a 10 day sentence and a $25 fine.
The condition of Col. E. A. a. son, ill at St. Anthony's Hospital, is improved today according to firm members. His status remains serious but not critical as of the latest update.
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