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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1951
Page
2
A weather discussion questions the identity of the forecaster who claimed there would be no rain in May. It notes confusion over the predicted dryness and asks for the person’s name and source.
Wardens kept vigil on Buffalo Lake for two weeks hoping for fish thieves using tramme nets. The rain swells the lake, making nets ineffective. A veteran warns a young man that true success demands relentless, around the clock dedication and planning.
The author argues that success demands relentless effort and sacrifice, with lasting tolls, while warning against living beyond means. Anecdotes touch on taxation and the absurdity of overindebted lifestyles, and reflect on marriages where spending and temperament shape outcomes. The piece blends career drive with domestic prudence and social critique.
A reader seeks odd jobs during time off after football season and offers curtains dishes and silverware in exchange for house cleaning. Also requesting hedge plant donations or digging services and trades a book of S and H stamps for Gunn Bros stamps. A boxer German shepherd mix, vaccinated, seeks a good home from Dan Graham 104 North Taylor.
Glenn McCarthy keeps in the papers as Jane Russell’s Shamrock Hotel Houston appearance yielded part ownership in a prospective oil well. The well was reported a winner this week. A new song titled Mamma Will Bark streams into local chatter. Marines reportedly favoring the names Percy and Percival sparks wordplay about their fighting spirit.
John Webster of Miami Texas advertises pheasants at eight dollars per pair and setting eggs at three dollars per setting of fifteen. A visiting country boy recalls his town trip and jokes about bathing beauties, noting how they pack their trunks.
In Bantam and Peewee leagues rain disrupted several games but some teams pressed on. Wolflin Grasshoppers beat Landergin Bees 37-5 with Freddie Gill winning. McDonald took the loss. Bivins Trojans routed Parker Rats 15-2 in the Plains Peewee League with Cary Johnson winning. Girl’s leagues saw many postponements while Wilson Quails crushed McKinley Rangers 31-8 with Mary Gail Coons winning and Peggy Helms homering. San Jacinto Sluggers outscored Glenwood Wrens 19-8 as Lucreta Dounts earned the win. Forfeits and rainouts dominated other schedules. coaches urged to record players’ full names in scorebooks.
Last night the Cub Scout Pack 25 met at the Sanborn School annex. Bobcat pins went to Billy Joe Stevens Lee Gordon and Ray Trogden. Lloyd Wayne Jacobs earned his second silver arrow and Wolf badges were awarded to L. V. Thomas Jr. and Jerry Zuspan. A committee meeting with den mothers, the scout leader and assistant is set for next Tuesday night at the same location.
A reader writes about weather, community, and motherhood complexities in Pampa. She recalls sleepless nights, caring for three children under eight, and the value of husbands helping with chores. She contrasts nurturing with formulas, praises resilience, and muses on aging, adoption, and staying connected through letters. The note ends with a sentiment about her garden thriving and a personal sign off.
The 18th Amendment to the Constitution is the only one ever repealed in United States history. It was nullified by the adoption of the 21st Amendment.
June Moran at 3612 Center seeks a daytime caregiver to look after several children while mothers work. No age preference stated.
The speaker requests a call to arrange placement of items where required and provides a phone number 3462 for contact.
Susan offers a half Persian male kitten for adoption. Call 2-6240 to arrange a home.
A size small gold trimmed brown hat was found at 517 Taylor. Anyone who claims the hat may contact at 517 Taylor to retrieve it.
A READER advertises two Persian kittens for relocation to caring homes. The seller seeks a safe environment and responsible guardians in the Fannin area, inviting interested buyers to respond.
On Monday evening April 30 the 12 year old black cocker spaniel Bruce disappeared from Vermillion Trailer Court. He wears a tan harness and is larger than most cockers. Reward offered. Call 3-0545 or 2-1903 or visit 916 North Mirror Vermillion Trailer Court to reach Mrs Claude McGray.
A notice asks anyone knowing Erma McDonald to inform her mother Viola Tiffie at once. Contact address is 723 North Cable Borger Texas or call 3505W in Dorger.
Female five month old collie puppy seeks a loving home as a playmate for a child. Owner will include a dog house with the adoption. Call Mr Bills at 3-6180 or visit 80 Florida St to arrange pickup.
A community group seeks suitable shrubs for a neighborhood garden. Members request plant recommendations, supplier contacts, and pricing details to start a planting project this spring at the city park. Local nurseries are invited to submit options and quotes.
Mrs Best offers three Gunn Bros stamps books for green stamps and a Garland table top stove in clean condition in exchange for someone to do light paper hanging. Phone 24810. 2706 Pierce.
Five books of S and H Green stamps offered for Gunn Bros stamps. Contact Mrs. FE. F. Bowfn by calling 38747. Sourced from a small classified notice seeking a stamp exchange.
John Terry offers yard work of any kind and outside painting services plus repairs to out buildings. Experienced in all mentioned tasks. Phone 3-9680.
Free wire coops for chickens or rabbits available to anyone who will haul them away. Call 2-1388 or visit 709 Georgia. Mrs. M.
Local classified notice states a reader offers a Kalamazoo range trade. The seller seeks a smaller range of equal quality and provides contact by phone 3-3688.
A reader asks if anyone has baby clothes their infant outgrew and is willing to donate. The note seeks kindly offers to share gently used garments with a family in need.
Person offers in home childcare by day hour or week. Home has fenced play yard and references available. Call 3-8456.
A colored woman, Katherine, offers room in Amarillo Tex for a married couple or a widow with a child. She works five days, will share church, storage space, and freedom, and provides references. Writes M D Route 3 Box 168 or visits 307 North Madison. phone 3-8422.
Full-size gas range offered for apartment size in exchange. Contact Mrs. T. Parish at phone 25831 for details and arrangements.
A caller offers to shelter one or two children for working mothers at 1903 Fillmore. For more information, please call 35662.
A 3 year old black Boston terrier with a white forehead slash over the left muzzle is missing. Please contact R. H. Sims at 2507 Garfield if seen.
A regular reader offers a tiny female kitten about six weeks old for adoption. Call 3-4485 after 5 pm for a potential owner to give her a loving home.
A reader asks about acquiring a seven month old dog and seeks guidance on suitable breeds care and training options for a young canine.
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