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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1940
Page
2
A historical note states that the global supply of commercial helium is sourced exclusively from natural gas fields in the southwestern United States, implying tight availability and regional control over reserves.
Washington November 25 Senator Hiram Johnson warns of a big fight in Congress if the Johnson Act repeal attempt proceeds He cites Lord Lothians interview on Britain needing credit for war supplies Secretary Wallace delays due to floods between Meridian and Laredo Mexican Ambassador Najera awaits Vice President elect at Laredo bridge Observance of Thanksgiving varies by state boosting turkey demand.
Electric service in downtown Amarillo returned at 1 22 this afternoon as line crews from Southwestern Public Service and extra teams from Wichita Falls Vernon Quanah Roswell Artesia Carlsbad worked to reroute lines. Full restoration across the city may take days due to widespread damage and downed lines.
Berlin reports Slovakia signed the Rome Berlin Tokyo axis joining Romania and Hungary in a German governed new order in Europe on the schedule.
The Ozark Water Company reported a rush business this morning as demand outpaced supply. Regular customers and families with babies were prioritized, with water available to those along Highway 66 west of the city as directed by Dr. C. W. Seibel, supervising engineer at the U. S. Helium Plant.
The Panhandle received welcome rainfall with Amarillo at 3.85 inches raising monthly total to 3.85 and yearly total to 13.33. Plainview reports strongest underground season in a decade as Hale County saw 2 to 3 inches. Memphis area soaked. Texline records 14 inches of snow.
Columbus largest dining hall at Ohio Penitentiary switches from old restaurant service to a streamlined cafeteria system following federal prison practice. More than 10,000 meals are served daily in the facility.
The Amarillo and Panhandle laundries invited residents to bring containers and take home drinking water. They operate wells and storage tanks and promised more water if the emergency recurs, noting water was restored around 1 25 this afternoon.
Pittsfield Massachusetts florist Max Engelmann reports a new deep orange carnation variety, a so called sport. He says the orange color and its King Cardinal parent could surpass his Berkshire Hills, a famed exhibition carnation, in the horticultural hall of fame.
Fragmentary reports say Amarillo suffered the most damaging ice storm in its history, isolating the city as radio newscasts from Tulsa Oklahoma City New York Denver and other major markets carried the story with 2000 telephone poles down and hundreds of miles of wire down.
Prisoners in the city faced a downtown blackout last night and simply went to bed. The desk sergeant said the power loss left the area in darkness while officials conducted business by kerosene lamp light.
Carl Fryling’s 38 year old English setter missing two months was found near a Bristol Pennsylvania delicatessen shop just around mealtime. Owner Mrs Clara Jones of Edgely RD notified Walter Lovett, chamber of commerce secretary, that the dog appeared hungry and appeared well.
Tex Smith and Fred Trotter rigged a portable transmitter in the News editorial rooms to relay hot bulletins with an Associated Press operator in Dallas. When power failed, FE W Glenn lent his gasoline generator to keep the short wave set on air, after hospitals declined use.
The American Smelting and Refining Company plant in Amarillo operated at about half capacity as a storm cut power. The roasting unit was completely shut down and another 24 hours without power could close the rest of the facility. Gas engines supplied the limited power in use yesterday.
Byron Goldsmith closed his Columbus wine shop as European conflicts cut supply. He notes boycotts of Spanish and Rhine wines, then avoidance of Italian, Grecian, Hungarian, French and Portuguese wares due to wartime tensions. He calls himself a victim of unsettled international conditions.
The RAF carried out heavy bombing raids along the German invasion coast and struck the Turin arsenal in Italy in a series of 23 explosions. Relays via XEAW from Dallas described star shells over Dover as bombers attacked targets from Calais to Boulogne.
This vintage notice promotes Dr Caldwell's Laxative Senna combined with Syrup Pepsin to ease constipation. It claims improved palatability, gentle effect on lazy bowels, and broad appeal for adults and children, urging purchase at druggists.
Willie proclaims Globe-News readers number 33 000 and that he will seek buyers or renters for anything year round. He invites people needing extra money to call 6262 and place a want ad.
The British Equity trade union for actors and actresses adds two chorus girls to its 38 member council. Honor Blair aged 23 and Doreen Percheron aged 22 will push for a universal $2.50 weekly raise.
An advertisement touts Aspironal as fast relief for cold symptoms. It promises rapid warmth and comfort, eases nasal congestion, and claims a gentle bowel effect. A money back offer and low price for a family bottle are noted.
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