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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1948
Page
2
The issue mixes a weather outlook with farming advice and tributes. It urges planting row crops this season, notes April showers, and predicts favorable weather for row crops. It honors Dr. R Thomsen and Tom Gallagher, praising their public service and impact on Amarillo. It recalls a lighthearted anecdote about local couple and Mr Wilhite’s large frame.
A columnist argues that people who demand payback should instead honor those who help them. The piece praises Amarillo figure Tom Gallaher for rarely forgetting a favor and for always being courteous and helpful while reciprocating boosts received in both early and later days.
A greyhound wandered onto St Anthony Hospital property and was spotted by staff. The sisters urge the dog’s owner to locate the animal and contact the hospital to reclaim it.
A political feeler visited a town and met vigorous opposition to the current officeholder. He convened a group of men who agreed to show support by taking shirts off to work in the campaign and to provide funds. He stressed that a minimum of $10,000 is needed for the candidate’s campaign fund.
An extraordinary town figure Lyndon Johnson, a candidate for United States Senator, will speak tomorrow night on the courthouse lawn. The call goes to all residents who believe in greater government attention and shared responsibility for better governance and direction.
The text asserts Lyndon Johnson is the most powerful and active member of the House and has delivered more for Texas than many colleagues combined. It highlights his influence and work ethic as a standout among legislators.
A lead public figure is hailed as highly intelligent courageous and brilliant with strong oratory. The speaker argues he would serve with honor and distinction if elected senator and that Texas would be well represented. The praise stresses qualifications and stature for the office.
The notice encourages Texas voters to attend Lyndon Johnson's speech on foreign affairs tomorrow night at 8 on the courthouse lawn. It asserts Johnson, Stevenson, and Johnson as leading contenders and urges informed voting for the best fit for the United States Senate.
Mrs. P. R. Simmons of Weatherford, mother of Mrs. Stanton Field of 2035 Parker, suffered extensive burns from paraffin catching fire while she prepared to can. The incident occurred yesterday and she is hospitalized in Weatherford.
Rains across the FW&D area bring about a half inch moisture at Hart Dimmit and Dalhart. Amarillo's high today set for 78 with a 52 degree low. tomorrow near 80. Weather official Watts notes continued thundershowers as moist southeast flow persists.
County and city commissioners discuss a proposed by pass route from North East Eighth and Fillmore to West Amarillo. Officials cite need for immediate right of way before homes block access and note West Sixth Avenue and hospital curves to be widened in highway plans. A special meeting is planned tomorrow to continue talks.
The new softball diamond west of Thompson Pool off the Dumas highway will host its first night game tomorrow. Mayor Lawrence Hagy announced the opening after Paul Fowler of the YMCA notified him the field is lighted for evening play.
The legislative committee of the chamber of commerce will meet at noon Friday in Room 204 of the Herring Hotel. Led by Amarillo attorney Selden Simpson the group will discuss constitutional statutes to be voted upon this fall.
Baltimore May 24 Senator Tydings of Maryland said the six month outlook shows less potential for a war between Russia and democratic nations. He framed the change as a decrease in looming conflict amid diplomatic dialogue.
Merrill Lynch reports industrials down 18 cents, railroads little changed, and many major names including Anaconda Copper Bethlehem Steel Boeing and General Motors showing varied moves. Grain and livestock futures wrap up with soy crops steady and hogs led by lighter weights while cattle and sheep show uneven gains and losses across categories.
County commissioners postponed action on bids for two tar paper clad gymnasiums at Amarillo Army Air Field awaiting school board decision on withdrawing its bid in favor of Amarillo Independent School District if schools want the buildings. The offer of 7500 dollars per gymnasium includes a 95 percent educational use discount and requires moving estimates.
Calves and beef averages mostly steady to higher in places with high good to choice fed steers 33.00 to 34.00 while vealers and replacement stock inch up. Hogs remain highly active with gains on lighter weights, heavier weights up modest. Sheep slow with bids low as native spring lambs hold above 28.00. Financial industrial fund liquidates at $2.0461, offering $2.21.
In Corpus Christi on May 24 supporters of Sen. Robert Taft controlled the State Republican Executive Committee meeting. Taft forces rejected several earlier controversial decisions and overran resolutions. The overflow crowd heard clashes between R B Creager and George C Hopkins as Hopkins’ Dewey faction failed to gain traction.
Prisoners confined in the city jail will no longer be put to work outdoors on streets or in parks. Judge J. A. Kirkman cites police manpower shortages as the reason. Previously inmates used shovels hoes and rakes to exercise while confined.
Johnson, a vigorous young campaigner, announces a Senate bid with a June 7 deadline. He risks his seat in the House regardless of the race outcome and aims to show maturity since his last statewide contest. He will address Panhandle editors after a courthouse square talk, inviting all regional editors to the Herring Hotel from 5 30 to 8 p.m.
The Montague County petition bearing 27 signatures and a $100 filing fee was sent by A. V. Grant to place Martin Dies in the race for United States senator. Dies, former US representative and longtime HUAC chair, now practices law in Lufkin.
Airport manager Carl Knupp announced in a monthly city commission report that English Field posted a net profit of 1374 dollars. Expenses totaled 8178 dollars with 1043 dollars in bond and interest and 863 dollars in depreciation. Gross revenue reached 9552 dollars.
President Truman asked Congress for 310 million dollars to fund higher living allowances for ex GIs in school. The request, sent to Speaker Martin, targets the Veterans Administration programs.
Britain observed Empire Day in London marking Queen Victoria's birthday with public ceremonies and official observances across the capital.
The article notes brunettes with Latin ancestry tend to prefer warm red and mahogany tones in hair color and styling choices.
Governor W Lee O'Daniel won the 1941 special election for Texas Senate after President Roosevelt backed Johnson in the race to fill the Morris Sheppard seat. He then defeated a large field in 1942 and later said he would not seek another term. The current contest lists Johnson Coke Stevenson and Houston attorney George Peddy as candidates.
The State's Rights Democrats led by Merritt H. Gibson of Longview push a July primary referendum to bind Texas electors to the national party nominees while urging a quick fight and limited convention roll calls. Attendees included Calvert Kennedy of Corpus Christi and Neville Penrose of Fort Worth as conference observers.
Rogers and Gordon Griffin of Brownwood lead the Truman wing with George Sergeant of Dallas and Roy Sanderford Arch Rowan and Palmer Bradley named as allies. Gibson says he yielded to Bradley due to not being a Texas Regular. Talks probe Fred Minor as temporary chair if loyalty stands, but Rogers defers to executive committee on convention order of business and remains cautious on a permanent chair and committee appointments.
Hubert McElroy was attacked Saturday night or Sunday at Abernathy. Two non union drivers remain, and one bus will depart Lubbock for Amarillo early tomorrow with at least two more schedules to follow. The company had nine daily routes before the strike and secured a temporary restraining order against the strikers last Saturday. Hearing on the order is set for Wednesday at 10 in district court, Lubbock.
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