27 May 1930
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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1930
Page
1
A 1929 note clarifies columnist Brisbane opinions and states the Globes editorial view does not reflect his statements. It explains authorial stance and publisher disclaimers.
A compact item notes a phrase about Chicago reaching 3 500 000 and a nationwide topic on drink. It references brain heating and a notion that male cats are wiser, presented in a light, quirky newspaper tone.
Ballot rush expected later today as Chicago plans a census celebration for June 11 with a large population target and reminders of broader urban shifts. Prohibition debates and New Jersey senatorial contest actions also color the national outlook.
The notice touts used cars as the best Buy in autos. It claims depreciation hits the original owner when trading for a new car and credits dealer reconditioning for guaranteed mechanical quality. It notes dealers view buyers as future prospects for new car sales and urges reading Want Ads for choices.
The right-of-way committee of the Chamber of Commerce expects to secure and release an 80 day window for construction on the Santa Fe line north of Amarillo. About 33 miles pass through Potter County with 90 percent already contracted. Construction engineer W H Rochester said work can begin as soon as the right-of-way is ready.
Four men and a woman were arrested at the hotel Commodore after a nine week probe into a rash of jewel robberies totaling near 1 million dollars. Police accuse them of receiving stolen goods and transporting loot across state lines. Names include Hilda Carter and George Cole among others.
London dispatch reports King George has suffered a rheumatic attack in the right hip for several days. The illness caused him to cancel attendance at the third and fourth royal courts scheduled for tonight and tomorrow at Buckingham Palace.
Eleven volunteers carpenters completed the new home for Mrs. B. F. Hill two miles southeast of Washburn. Funds raised by public subscription under Amarillo Elks Lodge provided the house after her prior home and furnishings burned. The Elks praised The Tackless Texan and Amarillo Globe Daily News for aiding the donation drive.
John W. Brady of Austin former high court judge was released on five thousand dollar bail after District Judge C A Pippen overruled his motion for a new trial Brady was convicted of the murder of Miss Lelina Highsmith an Austin court stenographer on November 9 He will await action on appeal after a prior hung jury at an earlier Austin trial May 17 Hoover Depresses Loss at Highway Safety Conference in Washington opening remarks noted his concern over human fatalities in street and highway crashes and the need for global preventive service
Flood waters of the Red River left 4,000 homeless and 100,000 acres inundated in four parishes marooning Armistead and East Point. Crests forced residents to refuge camps as volunteers searched flooded areas for families and evacuees. Natchitoches parish prepared to move to upper floors amid rising waters. In Texas, Amon G. Carter received an honorary Doctor of Laws at Texas Tech commencement.
Deets Pickett of the Methodist Board of Temperance testified before the senate lobby committee that churches and temperance organizations earned credit for President Hoover's election. He cited the WCTU and Anti-Saloon League among groups contributing to the campaign, and noted the board's annual budget near 135000 dollars while denying lobbying.
Lester Stone, who resigned from the city commission, said he promised Beasley a hearing before acting on the Third Street underpass. He noted the special May 8 meeting and that no action would occur until all who wished could be heard at the next regular session.
The water damages suit against the city, in its fifth week, is likely to go to a jury late tomorrow. Judge Gee noted the trial time may set a regional record for length while 25 cases are being heard in the same proceeding. Each case might have required a week if tried separately.
B G Puntney Amarillo attorney was sentenced to six months in Tarrant County jail Fort Worth by Federal Judge James C Wilson after his conviction for using the mail to defraud in a Farmers Life Insurance Company Denver negotiation. Judge Wilson overruled a defense motion and disbarment order followed.
J N Beasley states he has no apology for being friends with Lester Stone and denies pressuring Stone or causing his resignation. He insists neither the mayor nor the auditor has answered any of his public arguments, and contends the figures in question remain uncontradicted.
Entomologist R R Reppert reports discovery of wheat straw worms near Perryton and Canadian destroying a large share of the crop. He cites the worm feeding on lower wheat joints and urges deep plowing in late summer or early fall to prevent future infestations.
Col Charles A Lindbergh and wife Anne Morrow observed their first wedding anniversary in New York with a quiet celebration. The couple, prominent figures in aviation, kept plans low key amid public attention.
News reports from Rangoon and Lucknow describe escalating violence during dock and communal clashes in Burma. Casualties include sixty dead in Rangoon over two days, with hundreds treated for wounds and a large police deployment.
Three died and two injured in Tulsa area plane crashes. A cabin aircraft crashed southeast of the city during a night flight, killing George Busboom 32 of Carthage Missouri pilot Robert Hammond 21 and Miss Ursa Ball 28 of Tulsa. A second crash near Lynn Lane injured Paul van Pelt and A M Hicks. In Colorado Springs a high school girl pilot Margaret Ferguson 17 was killed when her plane crashed cast of the city limits.
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