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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1940
Page
2
Arras France reports that a German air raid damaged multiple buildings on a raid day and the following morning. Of seven bombs dropped three failed to explode. London reports 30 to 40 wounded German prisoners admitted today.
Dr. R. Thomsen of the Central Presbyterian Church warned Amarillo Rotary members the world is in a dangerous era. He urged vigilance over fifth column activity and discussed the war’s possible outcomes and U S standings. The program included several musical numbers and new member introductions.
Absalom An drew Price, long‑time Panhandle resident and former Amarillo furniture dealer, died yesterday in a local hospital. Funeral services are set for tomorrow at 3 p.m. from Boxwell Brothers Chapel, with burial in Llano Cemetery. He leaves a wife Minnie and children Horace, Johnnie, Mrs. Tom Johnson, Mrs. D. A. Fislar, a sister, and four brothers. He was a native of Cook County Texas and a Methodist.
Miles Bivins, president of the Amarillo Chamber of Commerce, announces C. W. Farr Harvey Allen and Jay Taylor as the new Fat Stock Show committee. Directors voted to support the stock show and to cover about $4000 for the last event and the premium for the coming year.
L. H. Turner of Route 1 Amarillo is advertised as a musical saw artist and versatile entertainer. The card lists specialties including spirituals classical and popular music dramatic readings and wooden pipe comedy for church club and school venues.
Louis Middel, 21, told Judge Philip Gilliam he was rushing to the bank with $4,000 when police, in pursuit, stopped him after a speeding incident. The judge suspended a $5 fine.
Herman Turner, twelve miles southeast of Amarillo, suffered a broken arm when run over by a tractor about 10 o clock this morning. His condition is not critical. He was brought to St. Anthony's Hospital. details of the accident were not learned.
Col. E. A. Simpson, seriously ill at St. Anthony's Hospital after falling ill Tuesday morning, rested well last night and his condition is better today though still serious but not critical, according to his firm.
Amarillo police announce recovery of a 1940 coupe stolen from an Albuquerque auto dealer. Two youths in their teens admitted stealing the car as New Mexico and federal officers were notified of the recovery and arrests.
Dear Tack I misplaced my little girl's bracelet at the Sun Theater during the event. This note asks for help locating the bracelet and mentions a continuation on page 8.
Markets show hogs 1 800 head and cattle 1 250 with calves. Hogs steady to 25 cents higher. cattle and calves barely steady to steady. sheep 500 head sold, lamb auction pressure noted. Prices cited for various weight ranges and classes, dealers mixed on demand.
The Amarillo clean-up week begins with a Polk Street parade at 3 45 pm starting Second Avenue and Polk Street. The event showcases city improvement benefits as Mayor Rogers proclaims next week clean-up week and city trucks will haul rubbish starting Monday. Attorney S F Rose leads the cleanup committee.
Clarence Budington Kelland accuses Hendrik Willem Van Loon of exaggeration after Van Loon resigns from the Dutch Treat Club over Kelland’s remark that the New Deal is a fifth column. Kelland states he will repeat the charge.
A military tribunal in Marseilles sentenced Yvonne Pace to fifteen years at hard labor for espionage. No further details were released.
Maynard Drake, president of the Amarillo Safety Council, urged all city organizations to appoint three representatives to the council committees on education, engineering and enforcement. Over 160 letters have been mailed inviting participation, and the council seeks immediate replies to organize an effective safety program.
Franklin Price, 83, died last night in a local hospital after a short illness. He had lived in Tulsa for years and recently with his grandson R. E. Hover at 907 North Tyler Street. Survived by son EF. A. Poe of Tulia and brother Joe Poe of Washington. Funeral at 2 PM tomorrow in Tulia, burial at Tulia Cemetery, Boxwell Brothers directing.
Attorney Curtis Douglass rolled into Amarillo after a 6000 mile trip through 26 counties in the 31st senatorial district. He confirms he is a candidate for the state senate and plans another district tour starting with a drive to Panhandle.
The Potter County unit of the Plateau Singing Convention will hold its semi annual songfest at Highland Park two miles east of the airport next Sunday. It will be an all day singing with dinner on the ground. John F. Taylor president of the Plateau Convention reported the Amarillo annual singing program set for June 16 would be ready soon.
Preparations are under way by the American Legion for Citizenship Day observance to be held Sunday. President Roosevelt called the day I Am An American Day. Guy C. Saunders, Hanson Post citizenship chairman, urged Amarillo ministers to include the observance in sermons and announcements.
Robert Yamamoto bought two gallons of bug poison and placed it in a jug labeled saki in his truck. A thief, apparently recognizing the label, stole the jug while the vehicle was parked. He asked police to report on the poison's efficacy.
War bulletins from Paris report Germany throwing thousands of fresh troops in a major assault aimed at breaking Allied defenses in Belgium and France. French leaders say the situation is serious and plan to regain full front control within a week.
A shell ripped a hole in a sidewalk after a woman walked by moments earlier. Police and army investigators found it was a dud shell from anti aircraft practice at Fort Berry that somehow jumped the Golden Gate.
Many used homes on the market are well built in preferred communities with convenient transportation. They offer the same easy terms and low interest rates as new homes. Older houses often fully reconditioned. Texas Real Estate Week invites window shopping through Globe-News ads to contact the advertised Realtor.
Saturday will host Worm Day at the Rex Theater manager Jim Golding said. Admission requires a can with about four dozen worms, any size but whole. Buffalo Lake officials aim to stock worms and bait for anglers on opening day of fishing season at Buffalo Lake.
P. E. Flake of Lubbock studies a map of Europe and suggests a wartime tactic to halt German river crossings. He proposes pouring crude oil on rivers and setting it aflame to burn rafts and pontoon bridges as flames move downstream.
Amarillo attorney Dusty Miller will launch his bid for Congress in Claude, Texas, in the 18th district. Mayor Hugh Doke plans the open air rally on the courthouse lawn at 8:30 p.m. with Miller outlining his platform.
The Optimist Club heard President Roosevelt's radio address at its noon lunch at the Capitol Hotel. KGNC newscaster Wes Izzard delivered the 12:30 broadcast from the dining room. The meeting focused on the European situation.
The first UT fine arts degrees since 1936 will be awarded to Prentice David Hill of Houston Pat O Keefe of Panhandle and John W Young of San Angelo at commencement June 3 in Austin.
Mexico City reports the government has banned the export of all foodstuffs and medicine products due to scarce domestic supplies amid rising demand from European belligerents. The move aims to ensure adequate sustenance for the republic.
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