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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1927
Page
2
City chemist Jack Wyatt says Amarillo's new water is a little hard yet chemically sound. He notes higher total solids and minerals like lime and magnesium, explains soap interaction, and declares the water a healthy stimulant with 100 percent bacteriological purity.
The Amarillo Sun faces uncertain publication amid rumors of closure over financial losses. The writer reflects on local papers Globe and News, notes missteps, and recalls lighter occasions with community figures while recounting a car mishap and social misadventures.
Assistant prosecutor S Cameron Hinkle opened the Atlantic county case seeking the death penalty. He outlined the state's murder theory rooted in a clandestine affair between Dr Lilliendahl's wife and poultry dealer Beach, detailing secret meetings and suggestive remarks to be presented as evidence.
The list outlines Old Tack's program for Amarillo focused on lower rates for utilities and advertising, improved parks, streets, and sewer systems. It calls for a municipal pool golf course viaducts and public lake access, plus regulated traffic signals and new industries.
Amarillo's wave of house robberies extended to Canyon Saturday night with three homes hit. Thieves took watches clothes and jewelry, while local thefts over the weekend included a suit of clothes a boy’s overcoat dresses fur neck piece and other items. A Chevrolet coupe belonging to C J Beaver was stolen from East Tenth Street and later found stripped of movable parts.
The cotton market fell sharply amid heavy liquidation and milder weather with Egyptian futures lower. December contracts slipped to 18.79 cents per pound in New Orleans trading, about 59 points under Saturday’s close, while January futures in New York dropped to 18.80 cents from 19.32.
Cyclone Jack Humbeck of Belgium faces Arthur Dekuh in Brooklyn as a highly touted foreign challenger. Humbeck, brought to the United States by former heavyweight champion Tommy Burns, is hailed as the best of the foreigners by Burns.
J. E. Biggs assistant to the vice president and general manager of the Board of City Development and W. G. Hill of the Panhandle Auto Club will travel to Beaver Oklahoma tomorrow for a road conference. They aim to discuss a proposed new road linking Wichita Kansas to Amarillo.
New York November 28 report says the Automobile Salon at the Hotel Commodore lists the highest priced car at 20 908 dollars. Artists studied precious stones flowers birds butterflies and deep sea fish to create striking color effects in this exhibition of custom body work by American and foreign builders.
Ford Motor company announced the upcoming model will have four wheel brakes and reach 65 miles an hour in road tests. The car debuts publicly Friday December 2 with price and other details withheld. Edsel B. Ford said all models would be ready for the initial showing, with a roadster added later. only a two door sedan was shown privately in Long Island City last week.
The Potter County Poultry Anti Theft association will meet Wednesday afternoon at an appointed time. W B Benton president says important business includes electing a board of directors and adopting a constitution. The group formed after a summer epidemic of poultry theft where entire flocks were taken. since then no losses have been reported by members.
Near El Chipote, aircraft from the joint United States Marine and National Guard force were attacked by about 200 rebels. The air operation saw planes fly low drop bombs and spray machine gun fire, killing four rebels and wounding several before returning to base at Ocotal.
A herd of elephants in Travancore used their trunks as hoses to douse a fallen burning tree after laborers set it alight while clearing a road near Theoram Custom House. Guided by the herd leader, the elephants directed water from a nearby stream to suppress the blaze threatening adjacent woods. The forest fire was contained.
World War veterans in Amarillo and the Panhandle are urged to apply for adjusted service certificates before December 31. Certificates grant $1 a day for home service up to $500 and $1.26 a day for foreign service up to $625, plus a paid-up 20 year life policy. Relatives may claim benefits for deceased veterans, including widows entitled to their policy if not filed.
Amarillo expected to enjoy several days of warm, fair weather. After a windy Sunday the forecast calls for continued warmth tonight and Tuesday with no change in sight. This fall and November have been milder than many advertised winter resorts.
Borger Texas November 28 special to the Globe a 300 gallon still was captured by Ranger Moore Kirby and Constable Pace and a deputy Saturday near Oil City. Officers had seized two 800 gallon stills in the same area earlier in the week. No arrests were made in the latest raid. two men were caught in the first raid near Oil City where the Rock Island railroad crosses the Canadian river about 20 miles northwest of Borger.
The Girard publisher and his wife plan to remarry in a service led by Rev. L M Birkhead. Clergy voices condemn companionate marriage as primitive and contrary to law and society, calling it publicity stunt and urging traditional vows.
In Derney Germany October 4 favorable weather failed to lift a plane from harbor waters. Propellers bent in two attempts, one on November 23 and another today. At Horta the Heinkel C-1220 joined the C-1230 in trans ocean tests backed by Hamburg American line. On November 14 the Heinkel crashed after a 1600 mile flight toward Harbor Grace Newfoundland, its pontoons sinking the ship. crew unharmed.
Earl McClusky, previously acquitted Saturday on a forgery charge, goes on trial this morning in district court on a similar charge. Jury selection finished shortly before noon. The D. D. Guthrie DUI case was dismissed on State motion after evidence showed his wobbling was due to an affliction. The grand jury resumes its labors after a brief recess.
Funeral services for 55 year old Mrs. Nettie Weaver will be tomorrow afternoon at the Claude Methodist church with Rev. W A Hitchcock officiating. She died Sunday night about a year after her husband C A Weaver. The family moved to Claude in 1889 and she leaves one son and three daughters.
Seats are now being installed in the high school's new auditorium as interior work nears completion. Scenery and stage fixtures will follow early next month, with completion expected by the middle of December.
A Court of Honor for Amarillo Boy Scouts will be held at Boy Scout headquarters in the Municipal auditorium at 7:30 o clock Tuesday night. Thomas H. Nelson, scout executive, says applications for examinations for first and second class scouts and merit badges have been received.
The Prince of Wales was thrown today while hunting with the Quorn hounds at Widmerpool in Leicestershire. He was not hurt.
Fragment from Edgar A. Guest reflecting on absent friends whose smiles linger as living spirits. The speaker notes sorrow over lost flesh yet senses ongoing influence and memories that grow stronger with time, blurring lines between presence and memory.
Market notes show livestock bids and counts in Kansas City Fort Worth and New Orleans with top hogs cattle and sheep prices and changes. New York stocks list major companies including General Electric Ford and Studebaker with trades at 1 p.m. and a separate New York incident reports a derrick collapse injuring John Stanley who was dining nearby.
The cotton market opened easy and slid further with new low records for the movement and the month. Liverpool and Alexandria weakness and a pessimistic view of trade accounts spurred broad selling, January at 19.02 and May at 19.42 around midday as prices declined about 1.50 per bale from late last week. New Orleans, Liverpool and the South led selling. demand was slow aside from trade buying and covering.
Final Grain Review notes strength in corn and weakness in wheat on a quiet Chicago Board of Trade session. Wheat traders were cautious with export business small and cash wheat unchanged. Wet warm weather in the corn belt spurred buying, sending prices higher as traders expected a sharp rise. receipts reported at 136 cars.
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