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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1931
Page
2
Editor Tack praises Amarillo prospects amid town growth and labor revival while predicting a decisive Armistice Day football clash with Lubbock. He notes Shorty’s incongruous scouting report, lauds Noble Sills, and teases a future column comparing towns as Fort Worth optimism swells.
Lincoln county attorney rejected Gus Winkler’s plan to exchange stolen bonds worth 600000 for freedom from charges in the 2.5 million Lincoln National Bank robbery. Officials from the bank, attorney general Sorensen, Illinois authorities, and Chicago’s Secret Six pressed for a compromise, while Winkler claimed an alibi and defended his stance. He remains under 100000 bond as the case proceeds.
A letter urges local taxpayers to pay up to ensure teacher salaries are met. The appeal signals financial strain in schools and asks residents to support funding through current tax measures.
Ex ecutive committee of the Texas Federation of Women’s Clubs votes to present at the convention plans to encourage Texas artists writers and musicians. Changes to constitution bylaws approved and several defeated. Over 100 registered delegates attend with luncheon and tea events planned.
Mail addressed to Radio Station XED Loteria Tamaulipas and M Walsh Reynosa Mexico is seized by postal officials announced by M E Dilday superintendent of mails. This follows a fraud order instructing all mail to be returned to sender stamped fraudulent mail to this addressee returned by order of Postmaster General and no money orders issued. Station XED activities cited as violating postal regulations on lotteries, Dilday said.
Private services for Emma Louise Mitchell three year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Farren Mitchell were held at Boxwell Brothers Funeral Chapel at two o'clock this afternoon. Rev N L Lipscomb presiding elder Amarillo district of the Methodist Episcopal Church South conducted the services. The child died at her home Saturday following diphtheria. She is survived by her parents and a six year old brother Farren M Mitchell Jr.
Services for James Corbett Keller 37 formerly of this city who died at his home in Clovis New Mexico were at 4 pm from Griggs Funeral Chapel conducted by Rev S R Brannon with burial in Memorial Park Cemetery Surviving are his widow two sons Lyon Eugene eight and Carroll Emerson two his parents Mr and Mrs F F Keller Amarillo and a sister Mrs F M Elsberry Amarillo He was a member of the Christian Church the Elks and a World War veteran.
Secretary of War Plutarco Elias Calles plans an efficiency program that may lead to abandoning the navy and aviation. Early reports indicate dissatisfaction with naval and air units, with a January announcement expected. The current navy comprises about six cruisers and several aging gunboats. aviation has faced frequent criticism due to accidents.
The body of United States Senator Thaddeus H. Caraway lay in state at the First Methodist Episcopal Church in Jonesboro Ark with funeral services planned on the arrival of congressional colleagues. The procession from Little Rock included family members state officials and Senator Joseph Robinson while a military guard from the Arkansas Agricultural and Mechanical College met the train as honor guard.
Cotton prices remained steady in New York after a government crop report showed a 619000 bale increase in November 1 estimates from a month earlier. March opened at 6.79 cents a pound, unchanged, while July opened at 7.19 cents, up 10 cents from Saturday’s close. Market traders attributed steady levels to low mill stocks and confirmed crop size.
George W. Ridgeway, 89, a longtime Oldham County resident and retired farmer, died early this morning at a local hospital. He is survived by two sons, W. W. Ridgeway of Miles City Montana and G. W. Ridgeway of Eaton Colorado, and a granddaughter Mrs Bess Turntine of Hereford. Funeral services set for 3 p.m. Tuesday at Wildorado Methodist Church with burial in Palo Duro Cemetery. N S Griggs and Sons in charge. active pallbearers named. honorary pallbearers listed.
Funeral services for Mrs. T. B. Thaxton 79 who died at her daughter’s home in McKinney will be held at Griggs Funeral Chapel at 10:30 Tuesday morning led by Rev. Ira Key of Polk Street Methodist Church. Interment will be in Llano. Pallbearers are L. W. Patton Cleo Clayton G. A. French G. C. Davis Knowles Loving and Paul Harding. Survived by three daughters Mrs. J A Dyer of McKinney Mrs. J C Morgan Amarillo and Mrs. C W Luck Amarillo.
In Graham Texas a jury pool was seated to try Richard Brown 19 charged with highway robbery linked to the death of Ted Nodurft of Fort Worth and the assault of his fiancé in Wichita Falls A special venire was sworn after District Judge Allan D Montgomery overruled defense objections to the term of court.
Officers at 304 Tyler Street report a burglary Sunday. Police recovered the pistol stolen from the Troy Laundry before the owner, J. N. Vernon, learned of the loss. The weapon was sold to Clark Cain's son. police seek the juvenile burglar who frequents headquarters.
Officials and delegates of the Texas Congress of Mothers and Parent Teacher Associations began arriving for a three day convention opening tomorrow in San Antonio. Attendance is expected to reach 1500.
Armistice Day activities are announced for Amarillo with a city holiday, a giant parade, and a Legion banquet. Stores close at 10 30 am to allow veterans to join the 11 o clock parade. Poppy Day sales by VFW Post No 1475 support disabled veterans rehabilitation. Red Cross aims to boost rolls call through Thanksgiving, targeting over 5 000 members.
Chamber of Commerce directors endorsed the city bond election to authorize 864000 dollars in bonds. The plan would refinance outstanding bonds and warrants from 1930 and 1931, keeping the tax rate at 1 dollar and offering interest around 4.75 percent versus higher rates on existing debt.
America's foremost comedienne Billie Burke visits New York for a comedy triumph The Vinegar Tree at City Auditorium on Tuesday November 24 1931 with popular prices from 1 to 3 dollars Tickets are on sale at Globe News Wilbur C Hawk accepts money orders or checks Tickets go on sale at City Drug Store December 20th A Tri State Fair attraction
Two of ten inmates who fled the Smith County jail in Tyler Texas were recaptured at Gladewater by Ranger Red Burton. Companion escapee J B Rice was seized near a warehouse after injuring himself falling from the jail roof. The manhunt continues for Ray Knight sought in the killing of Manuel Myers last June.
The verse recalls the memory of a war that ended thirteen years ago and questions why talk of war returns so soon. It reflects on the sorrow for brave soldiers and the ache of past wounds, urging remembrance and caution against renewed conflict. The poem credits Edgar A. Guest and dates to 1931.
Wheat and oats show firm bids while cattle and hogs rise in Kansas City and Chicago markets. Cotton edges higher after mixed opening with gains on December and March contracts. New York stocks reverse after rail quiet.
A collection of notes covers Roosevelt as arbitrator in Manchuria and currency shifts, Japan and Russia matters, Gandhi and Indian independence, and hints at U.S. Democratic politics. It mentions airplane crashes, diesel engine prospects for aviation and farming, and a minor English death from a toy incident.
Marfa Texas reports Patrolman James McGraw was fatally shot near Presidio as smugglers fled across the Rio Grande after officers opened fire. Mounted customs inspectors and border patrolmen across the Big Bend pursued the killers.
A new courthouse in Wellington, Collingsworth County, is nearing completion, signaling a lengthy public works project advancing toward opening and serving local legal offices and residents.
Local schools launch American Education Week with three radio broadcasts to highlight education. CBS program features E B Shankland and educators discussing national education, rural living, and progress. NBC telegraphs speeches by Landis Ballou and Lawrence with Marine Band music. NBC Chicago studio segment presents development of character and teacher citizenship themes with Chicago educators and American Legion leaders.
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