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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1945
Page
2
A dramatic meteorological note warns of a forthcoming period of poor conditions. It describes a shifting cycle, a growth phase, and a recent sudden change after two weeks of dry southeast winds and a dry spell, attributed to an unidentified individual figure.
A Plains country note warns of drought risk from persistent southeast winds and dust storms signaling a poor wheat crop, mixed with reflections on vitamin health, the 1948 presidential race, and Judge Jim Wilson's return to federal court. The author recounts coal oil use and discusses medical views, weather patrols, and local life.
The speaker calls for rapid postwar industrial growth in the Panhandle, proposing a local antiseptic combining modern practices with familiar coal wealth. He cites Judge James Wilson and Colonel Erasmus Rockus Tack as exemplars and envisions mass production and profits from a regional medical supply.
The speaker outlines a postwar strategy to start up small factories in Amarillo. He predicts 150 people attempt new ventures, around 20 will succeed, and those surviving plants would employ about 400 workers in total.
A reflection on how industrial cities rise from many failed dreamers. The piece credits the losses as part of the process that yields new knowledge and fuels success for those who eventually succeed.
A week ago last Saturday N D Bartlett and the narrator went tusaing Ut at Buffalo Lake. Out far from shore they saw a floating pole with a line and cork. Bart pulled in a channel cat weighing about three pounds. It was a honey.
In a lake conference we debated the rightful owner of a pole and three pound catfish left on the bank. We chose not to reveal the owner and kept the fish, reasoning the owner deserved neither the bait nor the catch. We plan to contact the owner and offer a new hat.
The speaker celebrates hardy Panhandle character amid dry spells and dust storms, noting how wind and hardship forge tougher residents. He praises Judge Wilson’s return to Fort Worth and quips that dust storms aid healing and strengthen resolve more than mud in Fort Worth.
The speaker envisions Amarillo hills topped with towering medical complexes. Doctors and nurses would treat thousands of patients from across the United States in open-air facilities. They claim the mineralized dust and air offer nature’s best medicine for recovery.
J. F. Headrick aged 76 of Amarillo wed Mrs. Alice Rakestraw of Augusta Georgia in Amarillo. The couple met when she visited Amarillo several years ago. Headrick moved from Arkansas to the Indian Territory in 1901 and has lived in Amarillo since 1934.
Mrs Hodges hosted her sister in law Mrs Gene Fatheree and Mr Fatheree with their daughter Norma Jean at 723 West Sixteenth this weekend The Fatherees reside in Sanford Florida where Mr Fatheree serves in the Navy and are originally from Pampa
Washington May 21 The Army set 40 as the age at which enlisted soldiers may apply for discharge after recently lowering the discharge age to 42. About 30 000 enlisteds are in the 40 and 41 age groups. WACs aged 40 and over who have served the required active duty period will be eligible for discharge, with about 80 enlisteds expected to qualify. Commanders may retain for up to 60 days those 40 or 41 when no replacement is available and military conditions may prompt further age reductions.
The Amarillo Philharmonic Orchestral Association extends ticket sales for the concert series. Reservations can be made by calling Miss Vivien Powell. balcony seats on sale through the week’s end. After Saturday season tickets close. individuals available for each performance. Mrs. Lynch reported about 1,500 tickets sold last week.
Judge W. E. Gee dismissed the temporary injunction against Amarillo city from enforcing part of an ordinance that bans advertising prices of glasses and frames. The suit brought by Dr. Ellis Carp following opening an optical office in Amarillo was dismissed with costs assessed against the optical company.
Miss Glenn Potts of 308 North Pierce will spend this week with her parents Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Potts in Lubbock.
Funeral services for F. W. Spann age unknown of 2117 Pierce will be held at 4 tomorrow in N. S. Griggs and Sons Chapel with Dr Neal D. Cannon of Polk Street Methodist Church officiating. Burial will follow at Liano Cemetery.
Markets show Dow Jones averages and Merrill Lynch data, with stock activity at 1 P M and mixed gains and losses. Kansas City livestock notes cattle and calf totals, trading patterns, and price ranges for steers, heifers, bulls, weavers, and calves amid generally steady to lower demand.
The Office of War Information lists Texas prisoners freed from German camps. Names include Louis Baack Rosanky James Bahlow Blessing George Barnes Camp Hood and many others across cities such as San Antonio Abilene El Paso Lubbock Corpus Christi Dallas Fort Worth and Galveston with ranks Pvt Pfc Cpl Sgt Lt and more.
Senator Hickenlooper and Rep. Talle announce the War Food Administration has removed the 300 pound weight limit on hogs in the price support program. Marvin Jones informed them the change took effect today.
Nearly 30 senior students from North west Texas Hospital's School of Nursing will graduate at 8 o'clock tonight in First Christian Church. Pastor Dr Roy Snodgrass will give the address and Dr B M Puckett will present the diplomas. Baccalaureate services were held last night at Polk Street Methodist Church.
Mr and Mrs F M Cleek of Panhandle were guests yesterday of Mr and Mrs L W Bussey at 1917 Van Buren in a social visit reported by the local press.
Chicago May 21 cattle and hogs firmness noted with hogs at 14.75 per 140 pounds ceiling and sows at 14.00. Cattle and calves show top steers and yearlings near 17.65 to 17.75 for 1084 pound heifers, cows and bulls steady, stockers around 12.50, sheep bids largely steady with Colorado lambs above 15.85 and clad skins around 14.50 to 15.25.
A list of warranty deeds shows transfers including J E Nunn to C E Lantrip for lot 14 bik 2 Belmont Park and Miles Realty Co to R B Masterson Jr for lot 25 bik 31 Bivins, with several other conveyances and grantees in S J Heights and nearby parcels.
Robinson lot 1 block 265 to W H Jackson and other parcel deeds. District Court divorce case Giles v Giles. Multiple marriage licenses issued including Jantson Lynch and Ford Stovall pairs.
G T Buntin reported a black 1939 Lincoln Zephyr stolen from his home at 2025 Lipscomb last night. The vehicle carries license EV 9298 and was missing by the time of the morning report.
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