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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1947
Page
10
James Marlow argues that outlawing the Communist Party would threaten First Amendment rights. He notes long-standing party activity and sympathizers, then outlines three arguments for restricting Communists during wartime tensions with Russia and concerns about loyalty and Soviet influence.
The speaker questions whether constitutional rights should be withdrawn from a group that grows powerful or dangerous. If the Communist Party can be denied rights today, could a religious group lose them tomorrow. The central worry is protecting the Constitution from groups that might seize power and overturn it.
Bill Carlisle a 57 year old former train robber was officially pardoned and restored to full citizenship by Governor Lester C. I of Wyoming. Carlisle once hunted by 1000 men and with an $11500 reward, served 17 years before parole and now runs a cafe and filling station near Laramie. He called the pardon a complete surprise.
More than 1 500 pediatric specialists will gather in Dallas for the 16th annual convention of the American Academy of Pediatrics from December 8 to 11. Dr Clifford G Grulee of Evanston Ill said the group formed in 1930 and now has over 2 200 members. Attendees include Dr Herbert E Coe of Seattle Dr Jesus Lozoya of Mexico City and Dr Digby Leigh of Vancouver.
Col Selden Simpson Amarillo Guard commander spoke to San Jacinto Kiwanis Club on national defense plans and future Texas National Guard functions. Amarillo High School A Capella choir under Julia Dean Evans performed Deep River Swing Low Sweet Chariot and Smoke Smoke Smoke novelty piece. Guests included Ann Mooreland and several Mrs. Kohlers with Bob Williams in charge.
Nineteen Texas counties are under a cotton infestation prevention proclamation by Governor Beauford H. Jester. The order requires special handling and shipping precautions for cotton to stop pink boll worm spread, list includes Knox, Baylor, Lamb, Hale, Floyd, Motley, Cottle, Foard, Wichita, Mills, Burnet, Lubbock, King, Stonewall, Kent, Throckmorton, Fastland, Comanche and Lampasas.
A governor named Interim commission to study Texas training schools for girls and boys will meet in Austin on Saturday. Members will be inducted in the governor's office before the organization meeting. The 50th Legislature authorized the governor to appoint the interim panel after debates over Gatesville and Gainesville institutions.
The only chaplain to receive the Medal of Honor, Father O Callahan served on the Ranger during North Africa and later on the Franklin during Okinawa. He lectured across the nation, including a Texas Legislature joint session, and now visits Louisiana sponsored by the Knights of Columbus. Admission to his lecture is 50 cents plus tax. Panama fixes airport charges as licorice candy is described from sweet root juice.
China has directed Chinese residents with assets abroad to surrender those funds to the government. The move expands Beijing’s control over overseas holdings and may affect individuals with foreign accounts and investments.
Governor Beaufort H. Jester said his Southern chivalry prevents naming a woman to the Texas state prison board. He noted one or two possible successors to L T Murray of Waco, who resigned. He mentioned Mrs Mittie E Watters of San Antonio as a recommended candidate but doubts the wisdom of placing a woman on the board due to inspection demands.
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