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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1950
Page
2
A town faces a dry spell with no relief soon and warns pasture fire brigades to quicken readiness. Sid Harper bears heavy pressure handling persistent social issues. The piece argues for a mammoth jail and ongoing welfare costs to address persistent male and female vagrancy and drug use, noting red birds and yellow jackets as common street drugs.
The News-Globe notes Mason King was surprised by pink tissues in the ladies’ rest room of the new building. He praises a committee of women and declares he is eager to keep the office clean, engaging in a long session of thinking and offering a bold suggestion.
The passage notes Mason criticizing women at desks for being engrossed in work and describes his idea to cover the back legs of chairs to hide their appearance. It portrays a mindset that objectifies female workers and proposes a utilitarian but gendered solution.
In a candid, somewhat bitter exchange, a male office worker insists on honesty and transparency, rejecting any coverups. He contends that colleagues, all men, fear revealing even the most shapely legs, arguing that no twist or pose will escape scrutiny and appeal.
The Amarillo National crowd, Jack Farwell and W W Elledge, will attend a football game in Austin on Saturday. Their wives, Mrs Farwell and Mrs Elledge, will accompany them to the picture show. Only two tickets were obtained, highlighting a shift in gallantry compared with a decade ago.
The note invites attendance at the first National Ladies' Callers Contest in Amarillo Friday as part of the National Square Dance contest. It promises entertainment and mentions a booklet on the weather by the Commerce Department noting Indian summer is a warm October or November spell.
Eddie Johnson and Jay Taylor attended a rehearsal night before last and reported being swept off their feet by the performance.
Mr Johnson will fly to Austin to attend the Texas versus SMU football clash and cheer Texas for the first time, hoping a Texas win could boost Oklahoma to the number one national ranking.
Mr and Mrs Taylor hosted a Dallas gathering with Governor Shivers among the attendees. The couple drew his attention to a familiar face seated nearby, prompting a moment of recognition as they introduced him to Mrs Taylor.
A fragment shows Mrs Taylor replying mischievously and prompting speculation. The line hints at social play or a hidden motive, leaving readers curious about the speaker’s connection and the surrounding scene in the household or social circle.
Will Rogers remarked on Jay’s red face when introduced to Calvin Coolidge, while the speaker praises Born Yesterday as wonderful. Tack, though not a theatre critic, could avoid criticism by silent omission but still seems earnest in his amateur performance assessment.
A local theater group announces an unexpurgated performance of Born Yesterday. The two leads portray a rich quick junk dealer and his woman with dialog reflecting their world. The committee rejects genteel drawing room phrasing for realistic speech, promising a sensational production on the high plains of Texas.
The newcomer Johnny Linn delivers a loud rough performance in a demanding part. He portrays a love interest who admits affection but often berates and assaults his partner during rehearsals. The Bowery style clashes and classic brawls define the scene, ending with Linn exhausted from the gruelling work.
Mrs Pat Okeefe as Billie delivers a perfect performance in Amarillo backstage praise rises for her as a highlight of footlight achievements Dr Colgate as the lawyer earns acclaim for a smashing curtain closing portrayal with witty remarks underlining artistry
Dick Dye plays Paul Verrall in a demanding production as Al Evans shines as Ed the cousin. Bill Smith delivers as the senator who has been bought, while other roles are smaller yet add texture to the cast.
A fast moving and witty Broadway critique lauds Linn as a gangster in a role of grand moral message. It highlights Mrs. O Keefe as a perfect foil and credits supporting players Dr Coleate Dick Dye Al Evans Jean Garnsey Shirley Feierabend Monte Rosenwald for strong performances.
The remark hints at a mixed theater experience with rough language and strong reactions. Brock and Billie are noted as unsettling figures, while Born Yesterday is anticipated as a sensational production.
The insurance code committee will meet Monday in the Senate chamber to study a proposed new code. Codifiers’ recommendations will be reviewed with insurers’ representatives. Final recommendations are to be submitted to the Legislature in January.
SWEETWATER, Nov. 1 Up A truck overturned in a ditch near Sweetwater yesterday, killing William M. Stitch, 25, an engineer who recently moved from Lancaster, Wisconsin to work at the US Gypsum Company quarry. Truck driver Billy Lawhon was not injured.
The Forest Hill School Harvest Carnival, held last Friday, raised $552. PTA president Mrs. Ross Martin announced receipts while patrons donated cakes and sandwiches for sale starting at 6. The event at 7 included a penny arcade and ghost house run by room mothers and teachers.
Courthouse notices record warranty deeds for many blocks and lots in Browning Sunnyside Fairview Townsite Glenwood and other additions. Transfers involve Eveland Austin to Denison King Arthur Khoury Hatley Her rington Plemons Wyatt Lemons Browning and Bell Lumber Co crews among others. Domestic relations list three divorces and a marriage license for Lindsay Johnson and Agnes Nelson. Debates or outcomes not stated.
Dear Tack please call again we were cut off and need to locate my handbag with many papers. Good reward offered. Phone 6078. Dowler Stone. Also lost brown plastic framed glasses with name and address inside on October 15 near home from school. Liberal reward for return. Phone 2-2159. Valda Kay Renfro 2510 Roberts.
A reader offers to trade for books or stamps and lists contact details at 1903 West Seventh and a phone number 2 9515. Another note requests a Brownie size 12 and asks to call. An ad mentions a navy blue three piece snowsuit sized 6 or 7 for a boy or girl with phone 3 4797.
National Guardsmen and police fought rebels across 10 centers as unrest in Puerto Rico escalated. Deaths reached 33 Nationalists, 9 policemen, and 1 Guardsman, with 35 wounded. Gov. Munoz Marin pledged to end the conspiracy against democracy with quick action.
Inquiries welcome for ironing at home with hourly or per piece rates. Contact by phone at 6652 or visit 205 Maryland to arrange service with Mrs Cook.
A reader offers to supervise one or two children aged 2 to 4 during the day. The home has a fenced yard and plenty of toys, with assurance of good care. Interested parents may call 3-9267.
Two six week old part Persian kittens, one white and one blue, are seeking good homes. The ad from a Reader resident in 1902 Buchanan notes their age and coat colors, inviting interested adopters to respond.
Roy Meyer of 3411 Jackson reports a tan billfold lost containing his name and address, a photo, his own picture, and some change. If found, please return with everything. Contact phone 2 4885.
A white Christian woman offers services to nurse or care for an elderly person at home. She is willing to cook and perform light housework and requests contact at phone number 2 2809.
Mrs Pierce advertises daily and weekly child care space near a school. Rates are 1 dollar per day or 12 dollars per week. Contact number given as 3 6903.
A six month old black cocker named Pepper has strayed from the vicinity. Descriptions and contact details are requested from anyone who finds Pepper. Please call with sightings to help reunite the pet with the owner.
A note from October 23 reports Johnny Hamilton missing near Twenty second and Travis and asks anyone who can help to call 3 8838.
Person offers babysitting or housework services and provides contact phone 2-7040.
Three ten week old kittens seek a home. Two are yellow and one is gray and yellow, all part Persian. Interested buyers should call 25338 or visit 1001 North Spring at any time.
T. B. Newman of Dawn Texas seeks J B Rayburn formerly 3609 Monroe Amarillo or Sam D. Bradley unknown address. They sold their home and moved. Newman bought a male bulldog puppy on February 12 1949 from Mrs Rayburn and needs Bradley signature as co owner of the mother dog to register with the American Kennel Club. Anyone knowing their whereabouts asked to contact Newman at Dawn Mercantile.
A resident reports a stolen billfold containing dollar bills including a damaged World War II era one dollar note and a two dollar bill brought by their son, plus a Social Security card and bank book. The thief is known. return to 701 B Virginia with no questions asked, or further steps will be taken if not recovered soon.
Advert appears to seek a morning housework position from a Black woman offering 75 cents per hour. Contact method provided as call to a partially given number.
A colored girl requests employment opportunities at a private home or cafe. She asks for calls to discuss available work and compensation.
A break in on Tuesday night October 24 saw a billfold taken from a private residence. The thief left behind a five dollar bill and two or three one dollar bills. Police urged anyone with information to come forward.
A compact listing seeking a trade for a used baby bed and mat. The seller offers a basic baby bed and mat in exchange for another item of equal value and function. Local exchange preferred.
A brief trade note requests swapping Gunn Bros. stamps for a fairly-basinet on legs and provides only a contact phone placeholder for reply.
Short request for a round angel food cake pan with a tube, about ten inch top diameter and four inches deep, seeking seller contact at the phone number 2-6849.
Enthusiasts seek practical machine quilting tasks to keep hands busy. The note suggests starting with several doable projects and expanding as skill grows, focusing on beginner friendly patterns and manageable workload.
Longtime Amarillo resident offers part time work, available several days weekly or a few hours daily. Healthful, honest, dependable, homeowner with son in college and another in junior high. Experienced in sales, stationery, gift shops, and children's shops. High school and business education. Cannot type. Call 6808.
I misplaced a light brown billfold containing many pictures that mean everything to me. It holds sentimental items and I offer a $1 reward. Call 24535 Billie Jean Johnson at 1610 Lincoln.
A small classified item seeks a person who crochets. Contact 25677 to discuss matching on crochet work and rates.
Statement expresses desire to obtain typing or secretarial work performed at home. Offers to furnish references on request and provides a contact phone number 2-1854 for potential employers.
Shirley, at 113 A East Eighteenth, offers services as a companion or caregiver for an elderly person. Contact by phone at 3-6091.
A brief notice from a colored girl requesting daytime employment, asking for assistance to find day work and providing a contact phone number 3 7013 for replies.
Classified notice seeking two workers or students to share a newly furnished bedroom in a home. Author, a Marine spouse, offers kitchen privileges and use of the bedroom, with travel to campus and work noted.
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