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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1945
Page
2
Farmers face a bleak forecast with little rainfall expected. The report notes a fragile chance of rain only if south winds persist for 24 hours, but cautions the wind is unlikely to shift rainfall.
Notes wander through favorite pies from molasses to restaurant slices, plus a recipe for potato soup. The column traces Bexar County history from 1691 settlement to San Antonio, and muses on justice and work ethic with local anecdotes and quotes.
A man works less than ten hours at his office and calls himself overworked yet in truth piddles away time. He shirks disagreeable tasks by chasing trifling details and faces ruin when the wartime boom ends.
A speaker urges humility and self-assessment for young workers. Do not judge yourself alone but by others’ views. Work hard beyond hours and tackle difficult duties rather than shifting them to colleagues. Chislers may seem smart but undermine their own foundations.
A concise reflection on work ethic noting that hard labor alone does not ensure success. True progress requires thinking, evaluating one’s methods, and avoiding mindless plodding. The text argues many work long hours without results while diligent climbers advance through thoughtful, honest effort.
In Amarillo reminiscences John Hill recalls a rainless May 1918 and a dust storm on May 29. June rain began a flood year, with prairie lakes nearly nonstop. D W Wible notes hunger diet anecdotes and long past travels. Pheasants spread in Hartley and surrounding counties. An Old Timers Celebration announces June 29–30 with rodeo and dancing to fund Legion causes.
A rugged speaker dismisses a man's quiet perseverance while noting heat and labor. The narrator mocks moralizing cowhands who curse, comparing life to hunting for a whisper in a strong wind and labeling effort as not breaking commandments.
Amarillo citizens are urged to turnout for the 530th Army Air Forces band from Amarillo Army Air Field at Ellwood Park tomorrow night. Mayor Joe Jenkins says the audience size will determine if weekly summer concerts continue. Dayton Palmer is band director.
Reichs marshal Herman Goering and Marshal Gerd von Rundstedt were brought to Britain. Goering is believed held at a northern England hotel near Windermere after arriving unseen in London. Rundstedt was recognized at a London station and booed by railway workers. both men arrived separately.
Paris reports the Surete Nationale says Pierre Laval remains in Barcelona amid rumors he fled toward France. Laval will be tried on high treason upon arrival. Spain declines to hand him to French authorities at the border and proposes putting him aboard a British warship for delivery to a French port.
Wholly unconfirmed reports from Argentine exiles say President Edelimor Farrell resigned. Exiles claim private Buenos Aires information and secrecy as army leaders and government officials discuss the developments in Montevideo on May 23.
John Trollinger, who spent 15 days in a hospital after a heart attack, is back home at Otis Apartments, 2306 West Sixth. He greeted friends downtown today, still a bit shaky but up and about.
Potter County efforts to sell War Bonds report total sales of 2,249,364 dollars with E Bond purchases at 862,645 dollars. Payroll deductions rise but non payroll buyers may not meet the 2,300,000 dollar E Bond quota. Civic clubs in Amarillo prepare candidates for the Preliminary Flight contest with prizes including multiple airline trips. Voting uses 100 votes per 25 dollar Series E Bond, with rules distributed at banks, agencies, and local posts.
The Amarillo Credit Association says Noon stores will close at noon on Memorial Day May 3. Glen Mc David is newly elected chairman of the store closing committee and announced plans for summer hours to be announced once agreed.
Funeral services for Mrs. Vivian Marie Doherty will be held at 4 o clock tomorrow afternoon in the Memorial Chapel of Blackburn Shaw Funeral home. Dr Neal Cannon pastor of Polk Street Methodist Church will conduct the services. She died yesterday morning at her home 113 B East Sixteenth after an illness of several months. She was 52 and a music teacher in Amarillo Public Schools.
Pat Taliaferro received a five year suspended sentence in 47th District Court after pleading guilty to driving while intoxicated as a second offender. Police arrested him in March 1944, and Deputy Sheriff G A Ragsdale testified he was fined for a similar charge in Odessa in 1942. Abel Stone Samora’s theft trial was called for this afternoon.
Washington May 23 The War Production Board revoked its order restricting bicycle production. Previously 23 000 bikes a month were allowed. Now production depends on available material from excess stock and released controls.
Paris reports all acting government members and high command at Flensburg have been captured as prisoners of war. The operation included about 300 officers and a number of other ranks and civilians, according to supreme headquarters.
Reports from moskow and distant garrisons including siberia describe an intensive training phase for the red army. The period emphasizes marching tactics and strategic drills as part of a nationwide effort.
The Potter County grand jury in session since yesterday morning returned one misdemeanor indictment this morning. The named person has not been arrested. Jurors continued in session this afternoon.
The Justice Department filed an antitrust suit in Toledo Ohio aiming to break up Pittsburgh Plate Glass Company 106 warehouses and retail stores. It accuses Pittsburgh Plate Glass Libbey Owens Ford Toledo seven other glass makers 16 officers and a trade group of monopolizing flat glass through mergers price fixing production limits and territory division.
Co. O. Williams, manager of the Pittsburgh Plate Glass Company at 801 Grant, declined to comment on the suit beyond noting that such matters arise from time to time and that he had not heard about it.
Thief stole leather items valued at about $1,000 from Apache Leather Goods at Fourth and Pork. Boots purses and billfolds plus shoe stamps were taken. Separately, cigarettes were stolen from Carleton-Florey Wholesale Grocery at 711 East Second.
Miss Winona Simpson came home last night after a two week vacation spent in Houston and Galveston.
On Sunday, May 6, a resident reports losing a small black tackle box near the southeast end of Buffalo Lake by the dam. The box contained fishing tackle and a handmade hunting knife with sentimental value.
A 10 dollar reward is offered for the return of a lost box and contents. The notice provides contact at Jacobson Brothers Shop in Hereford Texas and a telephone number 777. It is signed by Chester Pinckert.
On Saturday May 5 a plain brown leather billfold with some cash photos and a social security card was found. It bears the address 423 North Third Street King City California. The finder RED RARDIN asks the owner to contact Army Tech Village with ID to claim.
Beula Sparks reports losing ration book No 4 in town and asks the finder to call 2 9001, Grand Cafe, request her, and she will come for retrieval.
Mrs Earl Miller seeks the return of a three cornered white nylon scarf made from parachute material. Reward offered. Please call 7677 or return to 827 Crockett.
Mrs H C Broach reports losing a black patent leather purse at Furr Food Store containing a billfold ration books and pictures. The finder may keep the money but is asked to return the other items to 724 North Johnson.
Several pieces of foreign currency were found in Schulte United, prompting a brief inspection by staff and local authorities. No injuries reported and the discovery is under routine review.
A reader dropped off miscellaneous items at the Globe News office and notes the owner may claim them. No names or dates are provided.
A letter from MARY P JONES care of Tack requests a man partner aged between 48 and 55. It specifies preference for age range and asks Tack to arrange a meeting or contact.
A requester asks radio man Fredrickson, formerly in the 700 block West Seventh Avenue, to contact him. The caller provides the phone number 4411 and requests delivery of his radio.
May 2 a baby's bonnet was lost on the Pleasant Valley bus, likely fallen from the steps along the route. If found, please return to Frances Shaw at Bordwell's Grocery before 6 p.m. Frances Shaw can be reached to arrange pickup.
A pair of rimless glasses was found outside the Globe-News in More Tack Letters. The finder should contact the newspaper to reclaim or identify the owner.
Skin products promise relief from eczema acne pimples ringworm tetter and other skin woes. The Black and White Ointment and Skin Soap advertise antiseptic action and 25 years of success with 10¢ 25¢ and 50¢ sizes and a money back guarantee if not satisfied.
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