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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1931
Page
2
The Tack family plans a Colorado-bound July vacation as Old Tack reports a $275 advance for a chapter in a forthcoming book titled Romances of American Journalism. Fourteen newspaper men contribute and Kernel Tack helps with the introduction as publishers anticipate a slick-printed, illustrated volume in a couple of months.
Jack Ray Ferguson age 33 died this morning after a brief illness at a local hospital. He formerly lived in Plainview and worked for Fields Brothers and McCerdy Construction in Lubbock. Survived by wife Jessie and four children Marvel Essie Anna Florence Lila Ruth of Amarillo, four brothers and a sister. Funeral arrangements with Blackburn Funeral Home. body to be sent Saturday to Brady, Texas for services and burial.
Federal grand jury charged Barefield Grain Company and three Boxwells with forging bills of lading and drafts to cover nonexistent grain shipments. Banks and firms from California to Minnesota were affected, with total losses around 35000 dollars and deposits totaling 8349 dollars. Trial motions on bankruptcy concealment were set before Judge Wilson.
Volunteers urged to save flowers for banquet tables with pickup Tuesday morning by Mrs. Martini, Mrs. Montgomery, Mrs. Bartlett, and Mrs. Collins. Frank's Auto Parlor may return gold rimmed glasses lost on Fifth Street. Am arillo sales manager notes a salesman boosts orders despite low mood after a field report. A Memphis Follies show, Okay Baby, benefits Pampa charities and Memphis athletic fund.
In a Tulsa Texas note Town Farmer of New York predicts high wheat yields while Dirt Farmers fear rust hail and poor weather. The writer urges patience and a philosophy of live and let live, inviting readers to see Tack letters on page 20.
Eastern rail leaders urge the Interstate Commerce Commission to restore rail credit by raising freight charges. The plan targets a 2 to 20 percent scale to boost annual revenue by about 400.6 million dollars and prevent wage cuts, with a 90 day review period before action.
A columnist criticizes on screen advertising as a menace to cinema and praises genuine ads while opposing blatant or disguised promotions. The piece also discusses the Elgin Marbles, arguing Britain should consider returning them to Greece, while noting potential bad precedents. It closes with a note on Germany adopting a city numbering system to streamline mail and freight.
United Air Lines N A T division announces a 10 percent fare cut for travel from New York to Kansas City and other southwestern routes. Effective May 24, the New York Kansas City rate drops from 90.16 to 82. Tulsa Oklahoma City Fort Worth and Dallas see reductions from 105.71 to 98.06 113.37 to 105.73 and 123.81 to 115.65 respectively.
In Houston on May 22 delegates from the Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen moved past half of their 180 section constitution endorsements and expect to complete work next week. Dave B. Robertson, president of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen and Enginemen, is set to speak Monday.
The body of Elmer L. Naugle a 55 year old Somerset Pennsylvania man was sent home from a local hospital after his death while traveling through the area.
An Ft Worth cleaning and pressing plant was wrecked by an explosion early today. Proprietor M. E. Roberts said his policy was canceled yesterday as the company deemed him a bad risk. A milk deliveryman saw a car depart shortly before the blast.
Fort Worth speakers insist small trucks vital to grain trade and railroads face criticism for aging highways. Rock Island official A W Townsley cites storage limits and wheat forecasts, estimating 350 million bushels in four states and 655 million nationally with 40 000 grain cars needed to move Panhandle wheat.
Carl Von Moltke, a convicted burglar, said German spies were responsible for the 1916 Preparedness Day parade bombing in San Francisco. He testified before Superior Judge Walton J Wood, and the sentence for his burglary was continued until June 12 as several court members want to review the matter.
N S Griggs and Sons conveyed the body to Rockwood Pennsylvania for burial after he died Wednesday morning in a local hotel. A Spanish-American War veteran, he was bound for a government hospital in Oklahoma City and had recently been in Tucson Arizona.
A cryptogram describes a rum ship and related figures, noting a substitution cipher used in a naval code. The text presents a hidden message about a vessel, crew, and actions with references to a deciphered riddle and a teaser for a Globe publication.
Baylor University trustees plan a special meeting May 26 to discuss appointing a new president to replace the late Samuel Palmer Brooks with candidates including W B Bizzell president of the University of Oklahoma and three other prominent figures Pat M Neff Justin F Kimball and W S Allen.
Senate support edges toward a 75 cent SENATE levy up 20 cents from today as Governor Sterling warns of a possible special session if the legislature fails to recess. He cites a $5 million deficit while the House rejects recess and the Senate backs the move 17 to 12 vs 95 to 45.
Governor Sterling signed forty nine bills ending the session and setting up a state budget system for state counties cities and school districts. The budget officer will recommend appropriations and local expenditures must align with the budget. The highway patrol was increased from 70 to 120 men.
James A. Farrell president of United States Steel accuses large steel companies at the American Iron and Steel Institute meeting of failing to maintain wage scales. He says wages have not stabilized and cites widespread cutbacks including three days weekly work, without naming specific firms.
A philosophical verse recounts a good man torn between duty and crime. A doctor counsels rest and moderation to avoid harming health and violating nature, while the man insists on relentless work. The poem reflects on cost, duty, and the danger of overwork.
Kansas City livestock market reports show hogs weak to 10 cents lower with top at 6.85 for 150-210 lb pigs, while cattle and calves posted mixed values and steady to weak tones. Chicago notes hogs down 10-20 cents, cattle mostly steady to weak. New Orleans cotton edges up then softens. New York stocks slip on copper and chemical declines and a Fed money rate shift.
Amarillo College held a closing assembly with Supt. W A McIntosh as main speaker on the subject Records. He argued that a teacher’s past record informs hiring and that a first year college record reflects adaptability responsibility and perseverance. An election for pep squad council elected Bill Butler as chief and Floyd Watkins and Thelma Matthews as sophmore leaders. President B E Masters urged future student cooperation and suggested a strong next year. Three Russian solos by Joseph Capellas accompanied by Mrs Turk capped the program.
Judge Nelson cautions against rushing the appraisal process as the city proceeds with condemnation. Attorneys discuss whether names of appraisers can be submitted now or later, with concerns over delays tied to repeal petitions and upcoming city hearings.
The Globe News special train traveled from El Paso through Albuquerque to Mexico City with Mexican officials and railroad men extending courtesies. On the return trip, a reunion at the Tri-State Fair is planned this fall. Ortiz Rubio, president of Mexico, accepted the invitation to attend in September.
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