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Newspaper

Amarillo Globe

Location

Amarillo, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 25, 1945

Page

2

Weather emergency board forms amid grain crisis

Weather analysts Mr Winburn and Mr Tack seek public help as drought threatens wheat and pastures. Nat Glenn and Ivor Davies join their emergency strategy group with Charley McAfee considered if the weekend brings no break. McAfee argues Panhandle better than Florida and California.

Winburn Tack Nat Glenn Ivor Davies Charley McAfee Mr. McAfee Panhandle Florida California

Weather prophesy and friendly booster writes Amarillo

The column blends Panhandle rainfall history with warnings of drought and sandstorms. It recalls 1927 and 1924 moisture patterns, notes a strong Panhandle spirit, and includes a reader letter praising Amarillo while urging openness to new fashions like a Chicago hats display.

John Hill Amarillo Panhandle Mr. Tack God's Green Earth

Description of a two story house with outbuildings in a yard

A wide sailor like hat sits atop a two story frame house enclosed by a picket fence. The lot includes bushes a barn a garage and a hen house with a Chic. Sale tucked between the garage and hen house at the rear.

Hat fashion sparks talk of chic minds and excess

A columnist comments on people in Chicago and other eastern cities wearing certain hats, noting the craze among the stylish and the wealthy. The piece wryly questions whether such arrogance is a sign of inner mental anguish or mere moneyed taste.

Dreath United States the Panhandle Chicago

Hat Shipment Expected Soon Says Local Store

A local store reports that this hat and several others are expected to arrive any day. Residents anticipate new stock as shipments near.

Old World Paintings Display at Hotel Herring

A 13th floor exhibit at the Hotel Herring showcases paintings from the 13th and 18th centuries. Sponsored by the Amarillo Connoisseur Society, the show is not for sale and benefits the Roosevelt Memorial Fund with a 25 cent admission. Otho Thompson donated the space. the exhibit runs tonight through Sunday. A $25 reward is offered for the return of a lost billfold containing identification papers, two War Bonds of $25, and about $25 in cash, belonging to Miss Margie Armentrout of Amarillo Field. Please call 24260.

Herring Amarillo Connoisseur Society Roosevelt Memorial Fund Otho Thompson The Amarillo Field Sixteenth and Jackson Streets Margie Armentrout

Advice and quotes on marriage from musicians to business girls

A column compiles quotes on married life and gender roles from figures like Eleanor Early and Daphne Drake, including cautions about musician spouses and the timing of marital crises. It discusses money, independence, and household work, and notes attributions to Fannie Hurst and Helen Rowland.

Randolph Ray Eleanor Early Daphne Drake Fannie Hurst Helen Rowland

Notable quotes on women beauty age gift buying and leadership

The piece surveys ideas on women beauty careers and demography, noting Manhattan and San Francisco as top female job centers and age trends for child birth. It cites studies by H G Deigh and Harvard's Ernest A Hooton on female leadership traits and historical views. It also shares tips for men shopping for wives and references test tube births.

Manhattan San Francisco Detroit Chicago H. G. Deigh United States Ernest A. Hooton Harvard University

Texans Released From German Camps

The Office of War Information lists Texans freed from German internment camps. Names include Pfc. Francis W. Adams Stockdale Pvt. Jesus Aguilar Hebbronville Pfc. Cesar Cantu Laredo Pvt. Tony Chavez Houston Pfc. Melvin W. Musek Granger Sgt. William Keen ey Arlington and others from Dallas Texarkana Ste phenville Canton San Antonio and Wichita Falls.

Office of War Information Today Francis W. Adams Stockdale Jesus Aguilar Hebbronville Cesar Cantu Laredo Tony Chavez Houston Melvin W. Musek Granger William Keeney Arlington Gustavo O. Laurel Oliver L. McFarjing McKinney Robert L. Miller Pampa Killian G. Padgett Milford Oliver E. Peterson, Jr Dallas Lonnie L. Porter Texarkana Hubert L. Ray Rayford G. Spence Stephenville Pfe Ottis E. Sudduth Canton Andrew B. Telley San Antonio Jack W. Thomas Livingston John M. Turner Wichita Falls

18 Years Old and in The Army Four Years

Loganport Indiana story about Pfc Bill Collins aged 18 who has served four years in the Army due to a mistaken entry at age 14. He joined after his parents consent when he wandered into a desk sergeant’s area thinking it was a Boy Scout office.

Logansport Ind. U.P Bill Collins Bill Army

Child adoption inquiry notice from A Reader

A girl seeking to keep a small child or baby in her home invites contact. Call 5240 or visit 1119 Tyler to discuss the arrangement.

Tack Tyler

Missing Black Cocker Spaniel Pups Sought

Owners request help locating two black Cocker Spaniels. A male around eight years old and a female about one year old are missing. Descriptions emphasize color and breed. No contact details provided in text.

Lost dogs with white throats missing near Ama rillo

A male dog vanished at Easter and a female dog disappeared two weeks ago. They have little white on their throats and no collars. A liberal reward is offered for the return of either or both. Call 8081 or 21676, Box 1242, or go to 810 Avondale, Amarillo.

Avondale Amarillo

Trees for Pickup from Carolina Street Lot

Twelve large trees and three small ones are offered for removal from a lot on Carolina Street. Contact can be made at 2811 West Fourth to arrange transfer for wood burning purposes.

Carolina Street West Fourth

Persian kit ten seeks good home as six week old pet

A six week old Persian kitten seeks a loving home. Call 901 B Adams to inquire about adoption and details.

Tack Adams

Rocks for pond creates inviting garden feature

A reader offers a collection of varied rocks suitable for a lily or fish pond. The stones are free to anyone who can come collect them from 1621 Fillmore.

Tack Kentucky

Family seeks ranch job near bus routes in western states

A couple with a 14-year-old daughter offers to work as ranch hands and relocate to New Mexico Colorado Arizona or Nevada if the site lies on a school bus route. They note the wife can cook for workers and provide contact at East 1401 East Fourth Ama A. Sterling.

New Mexico Colorado Arizona Nevada East Fourth Amarillo

Sits With Children Seeks Family Care Position

Mrs A F King offers to care for one child day and night or two during the day for children ages four months to six years. She has extensive experience and invites contact at 1325 East Fifteenth on the west side of the house.

Tack East Fifteenth A. F. King

Lost Shaffer fountain pen near Elizabeth Nixon school

Nina Jones reports a Shaffer lifetime fountain pen stamped with her name missing Thursday afternoon or Friday morning between Elizabeth Nixon school and 1200 Bowie. She offers a reward and asks the finder to call 9990.

Elizabeth Nixon School Bowie Nina Jones

Lost glasses in red case near North East Eighth and Fillmore

E. G. Potter asks the finder to return silver rimmed glasses in a red case lost the night of May 6 between North East Eighth and Fillmore streets near the Audi torium USO. They may be picked up at the Globe News office.

Tack North East Eighth Fillmore Streets Auditorium Uso Globe News E. G. Potter

Purebred Chow Ad Offered for a Caring Home

A purebred black female Chow about a year old is offered for adoption to a loving owner. Potential adopters are invited to contact the seller for details and to arrange a meeting.

Tack

Shelter Needed for Placid Pooch Beloved by Children

Mrs Dickerson of 405 Florida seeks a home for a well behaved female dog loving children. she is good with kids but lacks a suitable place to stay. potential adopters are urged to contact the listed owner directly.

Lost car keys in small black case between two downtown landmarks

A set of two car keys in a small black case is missing between the Amarillo Building and the Milner Hotel. If found, call 6760 or return to 412 West Sixteenth Apt. D.

Amarillo Milner 412 West Sixteenth Apt. D

Three part Persian kitten litter for good homes

Three part Persian kittens available for adoption. Housebroken and well socialized, suitable for families seeking calm pets. Potential adopters should provide loving homes and regular grooming.

Tack

Five healthy two month old puppies seeking homes

Five nearly two month old puppies, weaned and in good health, need homes. All are friendly and ready for new families. suitable for indoor living and children. Please contact local shelter for adoption details and screening.

Tack

Lost blue wool sweater coat with pink flowers

Reader seeks return of a soft blue woolen child’s sweater coat with pink floral embroidery lost Sunday morning between 820 Mississippi and Louisiana Street or on the McMasters bus. Call 9993 or 8415. finder will be rewarded. Also advertises temporary yard work for about three days. reader asks a man for the job. Call 6230.

Mississippi Louisiana Street McMasters

Truck Driver Seeks Work in Garfield Area

A truck driver states he needs work badly and offers services with his International one and a half ton truck. He lists 1413 Garfield as a contact address and signs as Emilio Gonzales.

Tack Ned Garfield Emilio Gonzales

Needs Garden Plowed for Victory Garden Aid

Mrs J W McCandless seeks a reader to plow a victory garden in the next few days. Call 8548 or visit 2711 Garfield to offer services.

Garfield J. W. McCandless

Finder Sought for Items with Return Address

A request asks the finder to return items to 212 West Third or call 6221, seeking safe handover.

West Third 6221

Lost gold antique drop ear screw seeks finder reward

Shopper misplaced a gold antique drop ear screw last Tuesday and offers a reward. Call 6444 or 2-1221 if found.

Boy Needing Good Home for Beloved Dog

A 10 year old boy seeks a kind family to adopt his two year old dog this week before leaving town. The pet is described as a-friendly companion in need of a caring new home.

Tack

Pink and blue striped sun suit left at Amarillo bank

A pink and blue striped sun suit in size four was found at the Amarillo National Bank. Finder is asked to call 5445 to claim the item.

Amarillo National Bank

Persin mother cat seeks loving home with kittens

A pretty Persian mother cat is available for a good home. Also offered are grown kittens that are housebroken. Interested parties may call 912 Harrison.

Tack Harrison

Pony Lost Near Amarillo Bay with White Leg Markings

Royce Spence of Channing Texas reports a missing bay Shetland pony with white legs and white on the rump after getting loose Saturday night in Amarillo. The horse is believed to head toward Wheeler, where the owners recently moved.

Tack Amarillo Wheeler Channing Tex Royce Spence

Glasses Found Turned In At The Globe News Office

A pair of plastic rimmed glasses was found and turned in at The Globe News office. The owner may claim them.

Globe News

Famous doctor's discovery aids kidneys and bladder relief

This old advertisement promotes Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root as a natural kidney and bladder remedy. It claims the blend of herbs increases urine flow and relieves burning and frequent urination with no habit forming effects. Free prepaid sample offer requests name and address to Kilmer & Co. Stamford Connecticut.

Kilmer Department F Kilmer & Co., Inc Stamford Conn Swamp Root

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Palo Duro Canyon Arapahoe White & Kirk Dean White Waite Amarillo Hotel C. S. Pryor Aundry Pierce St R. G. Bynum Ted Treadway Mrs. Graves North Pierce Apt Crockett Mrs. Robertson Yardman Carol and Shirley State Chemical Company Polk Japan Tokyo Nagoya Kobe Osaka America Monroe A. W. McKee U. S. Treasury Treasury Department War Advertising Council Optometrist Gosterou Leland Bock Pvt Glen Bock Creamery Mighty U.S. Treasury Treasury Department and War Advertising Council
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