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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1935
Page
2
In a reflective column the writer notes a recent sand storm passing, optimism for moisture in March and April, and better travel safety. He laments reckless drivers, cites statistics on accident causes, and mocks the idea that liquor alone fuels crashes. The piece also touches on politics, culture, and everyday curiosities.
Sunday afternoon a two month old male Boston Bull pup was found near the post office. The finder asks the owner to call Mrs Roberts at 8872 to reclaim the pet.
Washington reports Works Progress Administrator Harry L. Hopkins pledges ongoing government relief through the years for those at the bottom of the heap as Treasury data, job seekers notices, and letters from readers reveal economic strain and calls for work.
Tuesday and Wednesday airings feature a full slate of music talk and news programs led by Waltz Time The Singing Salesman Auto Clinic and more. Stations announce band performances, farm reports and late news with United Press updates and grain quotations throughout the day.
Henry Huddleston Rogers, heir to a wealthy oil fortune, was cleared by a Chester County grand jury of suspicion in Evelyn Hoey’s death at his farm two months earlier. A coroner's jury had previously ruled the death caused by unknown persons.
Austin November 19 Texas drug stores must obtain permits from the liquor control board before selling liquor on prescriptions in wet or dry areas. Attorney General William McCraw says prosecutors should not dismiss liquor law cases until Court of Criminal Appeals rules on status of pending cases after law changes. McCraw designates Leon Moses to assist the state liquor board. Frank J. Moss named personnel officer. Plans include 90 day permits with notice and bond during interim period as liquor tax stamps are printed.
Kerrville November 19 A C Schreiner pioneer Kerrville merchant and philanthropist died today at age 73 after a lengthy battle with heart disease. The illness began three years ago and reduced him to his desk only occasionally since the first attack. Subsequent relapse confined him to his home and bed for months.
J L King will remain acting constable in Precinct 1 until the commissioners court acts on the resignation of James A Buckingham, announced today. Buckingham resigned yesterday after district court charges of drunkenness and incompetency were dismissed by District Attorney Grady Hazlewood. The former constable had been suspended since October 17.
Three men were killed instantly when their business trip plane from Kearney North Platte crashed on a farm near Gothenburg Nebraska. Victims were Verne Morton 33 a private pilot from Kearney Art Barney a Kearney real estate agent and Flora Risinghour 38 of Wichita Kansas an off man.
A special venire of 300 was drawn in 47th District Court for the trial of HH Wachtendorf a night club operator. He faces a charge of slaving Pat Graves a youthful produce house employee who was shot to death in front of the club on East Tenth Avenue in September with trial set for December 9.
Public invited to Plateau Singing School at North Amarillo Baptist Church today with a 1:30 p.m. program Sunday afternoon. Program led by John F Vastor, president of Plateau Singing Convention SELFRIDGE FIELD.
James H Lemons a State Highway Department employee died after a brief illness in a local hospital at age 60. He lived in Amarillo eight years with his brother J E Lemons of 401 Arthur Street. Surviving are another brother J M Lemons of Slaton and two sisters Mrs W D Bridges of Des Arc Arkansas and Mrs S S Bridges of Monette Arkansas. Funeral services set for 2 pm tomorrow at N S Griggs Sons Chapel with Rev O M Addison of Tenth Avenue Methodist Church officiating. Interment Llano Cemetery. Pallbearers named.
The Export-Import Bank proposed advancing up to 17 million dollars to absorb Brazil issued notes that settle blocked balances with American exporters. Analysts estimate total balances at 20 to 30 million, with the bank to cover as much as 60 percent. Funding hinges on ratification of the Brazil trade agreement. The bank also plans to finance future U.S. exports to Brazil through similar advances.
Georges Desbons, hired by American funds to defend three Croats in the assassination case of King Alexander of Yugoslavia, was disbarred by the Aix-en-Provence trial court. He was escorted out after clashing with the judge over motions and accusing the prosecutor of lying. The court said a replacement lawyer would be named and the trial would continue.
Roy Lynch, serving two to twenty years for a Dallas County murder conviction, will spend the Christmas holiday with his mother after a furlough was issued. Prison manager Dave Nelson had planned Lynch’s release but died. Nelson’s secretary informed Gov. Allred of the plan. Lynch, a trusted chauffeur on prison tours, is freed until January 1.
Jack Ellingson 51, former Sherman city manager and University of Texas drawing teacher, began studying the Texas prison system as he assumed duties as general manager. He was appointed to head the system by the state prison board, after serving three years as assistant general manager to Lee Simmons and the late David Nelson.
Four thousand farmers from 36 states gathered in Kankakee Illinois for the 31st annual Farmers Educational and Cooperative Union convention to press Congress in 1936 to scrap crop restriction and adopt an American policy for American agriculture. Leaders include President E H Severson of St Charles SD and National Secretary FE Kennedy.
The TC-13, the Army's second largest dirigible, left Brooks Field at 7:30 A M for Fort Bliss El Paso as the first leg of a move to Sunnyvale California its new home base. The craft previously suffered damage during an attempted takeoff weeks ago.
Secretary of Labor Frances Perkins reported a 78.1 percent rise in building permits for October compared to a year earlier. In Glen Cove New York Edith Kermit Roosevelt widow of Theodore Roosevelt, age 74, remained in stable condition after a fall caused a broken hip and a plaster cast.
Kansas City livestock reports show fed steers firm to higher with thin supplies and mixed cattle demand. top cattle prices up to 9.20 while calves stay near 7.25 to 9.25. New Orleans cotton futures slide, December at 11.80, March 11.57, July 11.43 amid hedge selling and easy tone. New York stock listings list numerous industrials with mixed closes and notable movers across aerospace, steel, and consumer goods firms.
In Vancouver butchery and agriculture notes report the Colebrook district pumpkin harvest could yield over 300000 pies. Officials estimate ample supply for baking demands this season.
Home Drug Co advertises Prescription No 69 from two recognized specialists to prevent gallstones and surgeries. Claims a sensible painless home treatment with a free Doctor's Guide and literature from Minneapolis offering a 30 year track record and a money back guarantee.
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