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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1934
Page
2
A quirky column parades a parade of aristocratic nicknames and mock trusts in a playful sports boast. The writer claims a backyard catfish caper with two tame crows and muses on farming, crows, and a possible future flock. He invites country folks to visit and humorously notes local addresses and neighbors.
Vincent Lopez arrives December 3 with a radio band and solo acts, rising to fame at the St Regis Hotel in New York. He will lead a versatile orchestra and perform piano renditions such as Nola Kitten on the Keys and The Wedding of the Painted Doll. Concert at the high school auditorium and a dance at the Nat Dance Palace, with seats from 35 cents to $1.50 per person. Tickets on sale via The News-Globe, with mail orders to Lois Black.
A 14 year old wife Ellen Pauline Mullins and 14 year old husband H Bert Mullins welcomed a 54 pound daughter. Ellen Marie is seen as a proud mother while grandmother J R Noah cares for the family. The couple married last April 1 after meeting as classmates.
Fire Tuesday night destroyed the box shop press room and machine shop at the Kosmos Carbon Company Norrick Carbon Black plant near Borger. Damage estimated around 10000 dollars, caused by oil and paper in the press room. Fire crews from Borger and Phillips responded but could not contain the blaze. repairs planned immediately.
Beaumont November 22 A district judge delivered an instructed verdict awarding Oakwood Realty Company stockholders 3 395 611 in a suit over oil produced on a railroad right of way. The trial named the New Orleans Railway Gulf Production Company and Reobrave Oil Company as defendants. Defendants filed no appeal.
The Public Works Administration is examining all Louisiana non federal project allotments to see how state legislation may affect PWA loans. Officials say no copies of measures, but withholding funds or rescinding allotments could occur if security is undermined. Claims of a $4 million New Orleans housing plan being rejected are incorrect.
George Cope 35 a oil well driller died instantly when his car collided on the old Spanish Trail five miles west of Beaumont. Two others, H. L. Lee of Houston and O. L. Chapmond of Beaumont, were injured as six local fatalities have occurred in the past ten days.
Arthur Brisbane and Mrs. Brisbane announce the engagement of their daughter Sarah Brisbane to John Reagan McCrary Jr of Calvert Texas. In Waco Texas John Sheehy assumes duties as mayor after Carl Mason resigns. Duncan and Willig sworn in following dismissed injunctions.
The item notes two landowners near Hereford and Adrian offering lakes for hunting by clubs or hunters with pits dug and security promised. It also tells of a dramatic Pacific Coast case where an iron lung saved a 25 year old man but his 30 year old wife died after doctors chose to save the younger man. A bull dog lives with an Amarillo dentist. owner can reclaim by calling 8949.
A Westerner Fan letter praises Amarillo sportsmanship while urging fair play at home games. Tack asks for the return of lost Pam pa Amarillo game tickets in section G row N seats 11 and 12 with a reward at the United Cigar Store.
Fort Worth youth Armond Swenson debuts Monday as a Noble Lord in The Mikado at the Amarillo Civic Opera Company. Under Viola Wilson’s direction the cast trains for a dress rehearsal Saturday open to children for 10 cents. Tickets at Fox Drug Store and prices from 35 cents to 1 dollar.
Gene Jones was convicted of murder in Cleburne Texas for the October 24 fatal stabbing of W A Matthews Jr a filling station operator. He received a five year suspended sentence after claiming the wound was unintentional and that he acted to ward off an anticipated attack.
Jackie Leverne Walker aged two died at a local hospital at 6 20 this morning. He was the son of Mrs B B Walker of Wash burn. The body lies at Griggs Chapel pending arrangements. Survived by parents and a brother Bobb Walker four.
Nanafir Ofori Atta paramount ruler of the Akim Abuakwa Tribe becomes the first African chief to be knighted at Buckingham Palace. He wore a gold crown and silk robes, with a festival crown used every three years. He waved a sword after the investiture as state umbrellas and jewelry were noted.
All religious services were suspended today in Chihuahua. The government cancelled all permits for Catholic priests and Protestant ministers to officiate in their churches, halting church activities throughout the state.
Hundreds of toy balloons hung in a community fair exhibit tent provided sound effects and color. Hot air caused expansion and several miniature blasts inside the tent. In Ogden Utah deer kills topped 100 on opening day as tally by a local news panel shows many hunters successful.
Prince Rupert scientists study the half decomposed remains found on Henry Island beach. Dr. Neal Carter notes the creature is about 30 feet long with horse like head and hair and quills, a tough skin, and a notable backbone, near the famed Cadborosaurus area.
Ships on the Great Lakes sought shelter as a severe storm approached, with gale warnings from Chicago to Buffalo. Coast guard radio advised masters to brace for a 50 mile wind and temperatures between 15 and 20 degrees, marking one of the fiercest storms since 1929 and its toll on over a hundred lives.
Five waterspouts in a short span near the Isle of Wight set a record for British home waters. A waterspout is a sea cloudburst formed by a charged atmosphere and a whirl of air above the sea, not a suction of water. It endangers small boats in its irregular, whirling path.
District court jurors moved through the case of Gene Jones accused of fatally stabbing his nephew W. W. Matthews Jr. on October 24. Jones testified he used a knife only in fear of an attack and did not intend to kill.
Blalock challenges federal limits on oil production and pricing citing Bureau of Mines data that US output never exceeded demand since 1918. He argues imports and storage blur market control, warns plan favors three majors, and calls for unitization and revived anti trust actions to restore competition.
Women using Cardus report relief from severe monthly pains and renewed strength with continued use. Mea Chandler of Cusseta Alabama praises Cardul for easing a weak run down condition and improving health. Thousands testify to benefits though some may not be helped.
Kansas City livestock reports show hogs 2,500 head fairly active with gains of 15 to 25 cents on good and choice hogs. Cattle receipts 2,500 with drought-driven light calves and government stock, steers up to 8.35 per cwt and heifers and cows priced across categories. sheep offerings steady with top native lambs around 6.60. New Orleans cotton opens firmer as December contracts retreat to 12.26 while March and May hover near 12.40. Lead and Sears Roebuck shares noted, with Seaboard Oil and related firms quoted in trading ranges.
Weather notes report a cold wave across multiple Texas cities. Pampa saw a low of 28 with Berger at 30, Amarillo recorded a first killing frost at 30, and Lubbock registered 27. Rain fell in Borger and Tyler, while many areas cooled to 36 38 40 degrees with clear skies in San Angelo and San Antonio.
In Gladewater Texas Claude Simmons died in a hospital after a gun battle that began when he and his brother Clarence attempted a domino parlor hold up. G Mathis was killed and Mike Michael was wounded while Officer Troy Jones suffered a minor wound.
Weather bulletin notes the approach of the season with early frost expected across the area. Forecasters cite cooler nights, light breezes, and a gradual drop in temperatures, urging gardeners to protect tender plants and crops.
Five men die in Missouri crashes as a cold wave moves in from the southwest. A truck and train collision near Lees Summit and a motor car crash at Joplin kill four and another man, while rain sleet and snow slow air travel and traffic. Government forecasts expect chilling weather and more precipitation across the region.
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