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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1951
Page
2
A reader seeks correspondence with a nice man about age 40 and a home. Margaret Tamakofer, a colored woman, seeks cafe or tourist court work. Henry D Smith requests yard work services or employment, listing 1612 Johnson as contact.
Ceremonies for a new convent will be held at 4 p m Sunday at St Mary’s Academy 1112 Washington with Bishop Laurence J FitzSimon officiating Rev Charles Steinlage of Peters burg Iowa will speak after dedication He is John Steinlage’s brother An open house will follow and a banquet by the St Mary’s PTA at 6 p m in the academy cafeteria Architect Edmund Jurksas Amarillo notes a ranch style brick building with an open air patio.
Charles A. Murray, 37, son of Montana Senator Murray, was acquitted by Municipal Court Judge Thomas Scalley of soliciting for a lewd and immoral purpose. Murray, an administrative assistant, testified he had been drinking and said he and Officer Klopfer drove to his Senate office to get a drink. the officer testified Murray made an indecent proposal. An array of character witnesses testified for Murray.
Robby McCrary, son of Mr and Mrs C F McCrary of 674 North Bivins, was reported in good condition in a Santa Cruz hospital after his leg was broken above the knee in a traffic accident Friday night. The 18 year old had been visiting the Golden State for about a month. a year ago his shin was fractured in a crash east of Canyon on the Palo Duro road, and his brother Willie then 18 was killed. Both brothers had been Golden Gloves entrants.
Torrance California May 15 pink bars and liquor stores will close Friday because of Charles V Jones. Jones is the only name on the ballot Torrance voters will cast for a seat on the board of trustees of El Camino Junior College, the only office to be filled.
Courthouse records show numerous warranty deeds transferring parcels across blocks in West Hills Glenwood Highland Park and San Jacinto Heights among others, plus marriages licenses for Perry Vinson and Willa Barbara Dennis Ledwell Looney and Gennetti Randolph Leon Powell and Mildred Darton. Domestic relations court entries list Thelma Dickerson vs Arthur Dickerson and Fartha Mae Ward vs Delma Ward with divorces noted. The Hawthorn is the state flower of Missouri.
In Charlotte on May 15 police searched for a slayer after Mrs. Howard Maxwell, 26, an expectant mother, was found murdered in her two room cottage. Her daughter Diana, 4, was slashed but not seriously hurt. A Negro man was suggested by the child as a possible intruder. Blood loss traced to attempted washing of blood.
A Plainsview reader criticizes a local woman’s gambling and drinking stance and accuses lawyers of secularizing faith for money. The letter argues Christians should oppose liquor and gambling, cites biblical verses, and urges true Christian living over worldly profits. Howard Dunn, Sunray Texas, signs the piece.
A reader quotes a prophecy by Nostraegamus predicting May 10 1951 will be a day for staying in bed with flying stones in the air and a note that it would be a good day for the human race. The message ends with a signoff from BEAT SPRAY at 716 North Johnson.
Amarillo public schools and St Marys Academy joined the Clean Up Paint Up Fix Up effort led by the Civic Affairs Committee of the Chamber of Commerce. Elizabeth Nixon Junior High led totals with yard cleaning, painting, planting, and repair work across twenty schools, with certificates awarded for participation.
A reader from Happy Texas envisions a world revived by courtesy. He recalls locals tipping hats and greeting strangers, urges a contagious epidemic of kindness inspired by a Chicago pen pal essay titled Let’s start an epidemic.
More than 1,400 Korean War veterans sail into San Francisco aboard the transport Lt. Raymond Beau Duin. A 17 gun salute, water cannon, and overhead planes greet the group while Lt. Gen. Wedemeyer’s aide delivers a welcome. Hollywood stars Powell and Conte are present for the arrival. The veterans come from nearly every Army unit in Korea as the first combat troops returned under the rotation program.
At the National Savings and Loan League annual convention in Los Angeles on May 15, O. W. Boswell of Paris Texas said savings in building and loan associations have doubled in five years, keeping thrift at a peak amid world conditions. He warned government credit controls may curb home construction while large lenders pull back, boosting savings institutions' market share.
In Dawlish England a plan to operate boarding kennels for dogs on vacation was rejected by local authorities. The decision blocks a proposed facility citing concerns over neighborhood impact and animal welfare requirements.
An Amarillo sailor home on leave asks if he will be discharged when his involuntary extra year ends in September 1951. He notes emergency 1950 legislation kept him in service for one more year and fears possible world events.
Julius Rosenberg the condemned atom spy is to be moved to Sing Sing death house today or tomorrow, with his wife Ethel already there. They were sentenced April 5 for conspiracy to commit espionage for Russia in World War II and are appealing. Mrs. Rosenberg seeks return to Manhattan’s women's house of detention while her appeal is heard and accuses the death house of coercion to extract testimony.
In Grapevine on May 15 a 5 month old, Jerry Wayne Bartley, was found dead in bed. Authorities say he apparently rolled across a railing on his baby bed and died of suffocation at home yesterday.
Reports from Lagos say more than ten people died in a moving picture theater fire in Kano, northern Nigeria, Sunday night with many injured. The cause was not learned. Meanwhile Britain suspends 3,000 railway trains under a coal saving program.
A personal ad from Walter seeks a nice Christian lady aged 25 to 35 for companionship and friendship. He asks interested responders to contact him directly.
Anna Campbell offers washing and rough drying services at $2 per bundle with finishing available. Contact via phone 3 9862. Located at 612 North West 14th.
Mrs Sharp offers two kittens free for care and adoption at 1200 Travis. Interested parties are invited to contact or visit for details.
A notice states envelopes are being typed at home for individuals who call 3 6740 for service. It notes a home operation offering custom envelope creation and related requests.
Three six week old part-cocker puppies ready for adoption. Weaned and healthy. Call 4-2201 Mrs. R. F. Reed to arrange a new home for the pups.
A man seeks yard work or rural labor with contact Joseph Sutfin at Dr W O Allison 909 South Fillmore. A woman offers washing ironing and pickup delivery services via Mrs A W White 312 East Hastings Pleasant Valley. A reader seeking day work via contact number 30163. A family wants to adopt a dog for a child and provides a phone 36725. Mrs J F Devine advertises a seven week old male collie puppy at 401 Rush with call 2-8862 after 6 PM.
A 16 year old junior advertises babysitting services with very reasonable rates and a contact phone number 2 7040 for inquiries.
A living room suite in good condition is offered for trade. Looking to swap for a roll away bed and mattress in good condition, 39 inch size, plus a 9x12 gray wool rug. Contact by phone at 3-8891.
An Underwood typewriter No 5 in good condition seeks trade for a sewing machine. The seller also offers to mind a small child at night while a mother works, and is open to two small offers.
A reader from Canyon Texas voices pleasure and surprise at a geologic Panhandle comic strip. The writer notes discussions with friends and mentions a panel featuring a two foot high horse as its standout moment. Signed Paul Boswell from Box 654.
White metal ice box offered free to anyone in genuine need. Call 3 7751 for pickup and details.
A busy homemaker looks to connect with quilters or groups who can use her quilt scraps, rags, and men’s clothing suitable for rug and quilt projects. She seeks guidance on where to donate or repurpose these materials.
A reader echoes a letter about disruptive teens at Friday shows, urging avoidance of local venues and noting drive ins as a calmer option. The writer also advertises household help services offering washing, ironing, cooking, and cleaning for 75 cents an hour plus bus fare.
SEEKS PLANTS Does anyone have some perennial plants to give me for my yard? Phone 3 4917. WANTS DAY WORK I am a colored girl wanting day work on Monday, Tuesday and
A plain logical piece explains how biblical promises translate into daily life freedom. It cites Rev. 3 8 about an open door no one can shut and shows how prayer and faith unlock true liberty. Many turn to the Bible this way, stepping through the door into God given freedom.
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