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Newspaper

Amarillo Globe

Location

Amarillo, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 17, 1950

Page

2

Tadeh Texav Notice Published by Globe News Board

A fragment indicates publication approval by The Globe News board of censors for notices involving West Izzard Paul Allingham WN D Bartlett Grady Camp Mrs Sarah Winter Mrs Bob Babb Lewis Nor ce Joe Hess and Charley Ander ers.

Globe News Board of Censors Twowit West Izzard Paul Allingham D Bartlett Grady Camp Sarah Winter Bob Babb Lewis Norce Joe Hess Charley Anderers

Panhandle Chinchilla Ranch Run By Mead Pittmans

Mrs Needham of Amarillo says she recalls a lengthy piece in The News Globe about the Panhandle chinchilla ranch at Plainview. The operation is listed as run by Mr and Mrs Mead Pittman.

Chinchilla High Plains Needham Amarillo News-Globe News- Globe Panhandle Plainview Mead Pittman

Author laments newspapermen read own work only

Mrs Needham asks if I read our paper and the reply that reporters mostly read what they themselves wrote. They claim daily work dulls interest in other news, reading their own pieces at least three times.

When a dog eats grass you can be sure it is natural

The note states that a dog eating grass is normal and not necessarily a sign of illness. It emphasizes that grazing on greens can be a common behavior in dogs and should not automatically raise concern about health.

Ice cream theft memory sparks lifelong blacklist tale

A narrator recalls secretly taking ice cream from an unguarded picnic table as a youth, recalling a past lawn party and a family fracas. The incident led to the speaker being ostracized, while others remained invited, and the speaker was blacklisted for life.

Aged Reflections on Growing Up and Contentment

The speaker recalls a birthday girl who longs to be older for the freedoms of older girls. It highlights youthful impatience, the universal wish to age, and the later realization that contentment comes with time. The narrator notes feeling more satisfied now and reflects on the Italian proverb that old age is illness.

I Am Not Nervous Yet So Very Tired at Ranch

A narrator reflects on deep fatigue and improving sleep after six weeks at the ranch. He compares nerves and drinking, recalls past Idaho prune ranchs, warns elderly readers about retirement risks, and notes that dishonest “oily-tongued” salesmen target older people. He ends mid thought about a man who robs.

Tack

Widow’s Sale Sparks Condemnation In Harsh Sermon

A speaker condemns mercy for the poor widow selling a trivial possession as a crime worse than murder or robbing the defenseless, arguing against exploitation and calling for stricter moral judgment.

Elders Should Not Buy Land Far From Home

The speaker argues against older people investing time consuming land deals along the Rio Grande. They acknowledge salesmen justify land sales in various regions and urge seniors to avoid strenuous, long term ventures. Emphasizing prudent use of capital, they recommend retirees live on interest rather than risky land investments.

Rio Grande Panhandle Colorado Iowa California

Old Texas sayings on horse endurance from Frank Dobie

Frank Dobie shares an old Texas saying about a cavalryman, cowboy, Mexican, and Comanche riding a horse for miles, followed by a note on cheap cattle in South Texas and a cowman’s quip about being broke every year except twice.

Frank Dobie Texas Dobie Fast Bill Jennings

Market Pulse: Why cattle prices are seen rising nationwide

Analysts note rising consumer demand and tighter cattle supplies as drivers of expected higher cattle and meat prices across the country. Producers cite tighter herd dynamics, farm costs, and export demand as sustaining upward pressure.

Claim France Retains Reds

Russia accuses France of barring Soviet citizens from returning home and asks to reopen the Russian reparation mission in Paris. Tass says 20,000 Soviets remain in France with more awaiting repatriation in Austria and Germany zones. France closed the mission in 1947 over subversion claims. Repatriation talks stalled after rejecting a new conference. Russia cites the 1945 accord.

London Russia France Paris Tass Moscow Austria Germany Soviet Union

Inventor of Gin Rummy Is Dead at 62 in Reseda

Co inventor of gin rummy C Graham Baker died at his Reseda home at 62 He and his father Elwood T Baker originated the game in Brooklyn in 1900 initial name drunk rummy later gin He produced films Swiss Family Robinson Valley of the Sun and wrote You Only Love Once Shanghai Mary Burns Fugitive Survived by widow and daughter.

Reseda Cal C. Graham Baker Hollywood Elwood T. Baker Brooklyn Shanghai Mary Burns

Czech UN Delegate Seeks Refuge in U S

Vladimir Houdek of Czechoslovakia resigns from the United Nations post and seeks refuge in the United States, accusing his government of being Russianized. The 38 year old, aligned with Tito's Communists, criticized Soviet policy in a cable to Stalin.

Lake Success Czechslovakias United Nations Truman United States Vladimir Houdek Marshal Titos Russia Stalin

Presbyterians Hit Peak in Membership

In Cincinnati on May 17 Dr William Barrow Pugh reported the Presbyterian Church in the USA now has a record total membership of 2401849, showing a net increase of 171713 last year. The figures indicate peak historic membership levels for the denomination.

Cincinnati Presbyterian Church In the USA William Barrow Pugh Pugh

Kids Inc Leader Receives Rotary Youth Service Orchid

Amarillo Rotary Club honors Leonard M. Darnell for five years coaching and officiating in Kids Inc programs. His wife Margare t and family are noted for steadfast support. Darnell’s service includes softball, basketball and football with a focus on character building and good sportsmanship.

Kids, Inc Hillcrest Colts Wolflin Ponies Bob Carter Amarillo College Amarillo Rotary Club Carter Civic Club Leonard M Len” Darnell Len Blue Bonnet Drive Kids,Inc Darnell J. O. Hutto Amarillo Tommy Darnells Maxine Linda

Practical nurse or companion needed for elderly woman

A reader in Tulia seeks a practical nurse or companion for light care of an elderly woman. Phone 40-J or write Mrs F. T. Day or Guy H. Tomlinson Box 14 Tulia Tex. Also seeking owner for a big brown male cocker spaniel. Phone 2-1565.

Tulia F. T. Day Guy H. Tomlinson Tex Austin

Three Kittens Up For Adoption In Symms Residence

W H Symms in Bowie offers three kittens for adoption, two females and one male, six weeks old and housebroken. Call 3 4716 for details.

W. H. Symms Bowie

New Mexico job seeker seeks work to aid rent

A New Mexico resident seeks employment to help cover part of rent. The writer notes no sinus troubles in New Mexico and asks for part time work at a small grocery store or tourist court. They have two children, including a teenage son or daughter, and express a desire to return there.

New Mexico

Personal ad seeks caregiver with transfer options

Mrs Z W Roberts of Amarillo Texas offers services and references. Husband could transfer to Albuquerque Roswell or Carlsbad or other towns. Call 3-5205 ask for Eula or write. General Delivery status noted.

Albuquerque Roswell Carlsbad Eula Z. W. Roberts Del Amarillo Texas

Saw filing and repair by S Henson in town

In town shop promises quick service and same day turnaround for saw filing. S Henson advertises expert sharpening and restoration at 819 Vernon, phone 3-9333, claiming best work in town.

Tack S. Henson Vernon

Bike missing from San Jacinto Park with reward offered

Verlin Manley reports a maroon and cream Western Flyer bicycle, 26 inch, was stolen from San Jacinto Park last Friday night May 5. A reward is offered for its return or for information leading to recovery. Call 3 3384, 401 Louisiana.

San Jacinto Park

Cement Shingles Repair Offer in Reader Ad

A reader advertises cementing wind displaced shingles for $1.50 per square. Call 30335 for repairs. The note presents a simple service pitch with a contact number and pricing.

At Home Jobs Offer For Childcare Ironing and Mending

A READER offers at home work including babysitting for $1 a day and ironing at $1.50 per dozen or 60 cents per hour with plain mending included at no extra charge. Interested parties may call 3-2143.

Tack

Will Do Ironing Offer From A Reader

A reader offers ironing at 60 cents per hour or by the piece. Home service available. Call 3 5380 or deliver items to 4229 West Ninth.

Mr. Tack West Ninth

Seeking family foster care with room and board for three children

A parent seeks a stable home for herself and her three kids aged 1, 2, and 5. Needs room and board for the children and a caregiver in the house to supervise and care for them. Desires a safe, nurturing environment with reliable daily routines.

Tack

Ascension Day Service Set by Amarillo Knights Templar

An Ascension Day service will be conducted next Sunday night at 7:30 in the Masonic Temple by Amarillo Commandery No. 48 Knights Templar. Principal speaker is Sir Knight John J. Wester, former Gonzales Commandery No. 11 leader and current Clarendon pastor, with the topic The Ascension. A quartet including Sir Knights Jim Hudson Charles Eads Dick Roberts and Loren Young will perform songs. Eads will sing The Holy City and The Old Rugged Cross. J S Pitman will be pianist. Visitors are invited to attend at 903 North Houston.

Amarillo Commandery No Knights Templar Masonic Temple John J. Wester Gonzales Commandery No Gonzales Tex Presbyterian Church Clarendon Jim Hudson Charles Eads Dick Roberts Loren Young Old Rugged Cross Knight Eads Holy City Adams J. S. Pitman William V. Dell Amarillo

Yard and window cleaning service offered at 311 West Thirteenth

A local service advertises evening availability from 6 PM to 2 AM. The writer offers yard work, lawn care, window washing, light hauling, and gardening tasks from a rear location at 311 West Thirteenth and provides contact phone 3-4667.

West Thirteenth Rear

Would Rent Land In Panhandle To Sow Wheat

Wanted rental land in Texas Panhandle suitable for sowing wheat next season. Good farmer offers reliable references and all needed equipment. Call 2-1879 or visit to discuss terms.

Panhandle

Kittens and a Goldfish up for adoption

A brief notice offers several adorable kittens to a loving home and also a goldfish available for adoption. Readers are asked to call 28461 to arrange details or pickup.

Tack

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