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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1929
Page
4
The Amarillo Globe lists GENE HOWF as Publisher and Editor and WILBUR C. HAWK as General Manager, with the text reflecting a historical newspaper masthead and staff roles.
The Amarillo school board members travel to other cities to study how expanding districts handle new buildings and auditoriums. They assess site selection, enrollment projections, and six year old student enrollment, aiming for careful bond decisions and efficient administration.
The piece notes rayon surpassing silk in market growth with 1923 figures 29 million and 110 million pounds and an estimated 1929 production of 137 million pounds, signaling a shift in the textile industry. It cites advantages of rayon mechanical uniformity low cost and stabilized price and frames silk as the established power facing a rising rayon infant.
Washington Day Book notes that Mrs. Elizabeth Sprague Coolidge endowed an auditorium in the Library of Congress to host annual chamber music festivals. The facility, inside the library’s court, aims to augment its vast musical collection and invite about 500 guests chosen for discerning taste to enjoy diverse programs including spirituals and Kentucky mountain songs.
The article notes Bach's Die Kunst der Fuge with the Graesey orchestration and 16 contrapuntal works never before performed in the United States. Mrs. Goolidge funded the endowment to enable new musical compositions and performances deemed too costly or ambitious.
The article notes very restricted access to high-level amateur and professional music circles in Washington. It names Senator Fess of Ohio and three Hill figures, Speaker Nick Longworth, Senator Walcott, and Senator Herbert, as regular attendees. Walcott is highlighted as especially devoted, reportedly hosting rehearsals at his home for many years.
Lelong debuts a new evening gown featuring chiffon lame fabric in a floral pattern and a bolero flowing beneath the waistline for a graceful silhouette.
Ralph Henderson’s American affair strains Barbara and Ray. Ray plans to leave Barbara and seek independence, informing Barbara and his uncle Henry he will not return to the office. Barbara confronts him as she suspects jealousy over Henderson’s flirtation. Ray explains he will travel to make his own way and stop relying on Barbara.
Ray struggles with Barbara and Henderson as he realizes his acceptances of Barbara's money have weakened him. He contemplates seizing his self respect, plans to act, and encounters Bill Foster before Henderson travels to Boston, hoping for a climactic turn while he leaves them undisturbed.
Article advises parents to avoid comparisons, foster cooperation, and reassure a jealous child with genuine affection. Emphasizes praising worthy acts, avoiding public rubs, and providing meaningful tasks to build self worth at home.
The romance between Ray and Barbara faces new tensions as tomorrow’s chapter uncovers hidden choices and a promise that could change their future. Intrigue deepens when a secret from Barbara’s past resurfaces, testing trust and devotion between the lovers.
Black crepe dresses dominate daytime fashion with emphasis on collar styling. A standout features a wide deep V neckline and a striking bottle green velvet bow at the front point.
New York Nov 29 Thoughts while strolling satire on city life and nightlife. The piece lists names like Fay King Lillian Gish Dorothy Knapp and Brock Pemberton as it chronicles hotel crowds and shoe stealing at night. It notes hotel elevator men Christmas tips rising and public relations talk.
In a St Louis rooming house clash, bandits trapped three detectives and shot David Murphy fatally as Michael Quinlisk was wounded by a patrolman. Five hours after the fight, Murphy's body was found. four women guests were held for questioning.
Madison commentary quotes Henry Town, retired warden of Waupun prison, arguing criminals especially murderers are swayed by passion. Town asserts the state has no right to demand the death penalty, noting killers act in heat of passion and accept punishment with unusual docility.
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In late November the Green Forest grows bare as evergreen trees stand lonely. Birds migrate south while Hooty the Owl stays to hunt through the long winter. Food is scarce and he perches high after sunset to begin his night search for meals.
Flames driven by strong winds devastated five steamers, the water front, the state bath house, and three dwellings at Nantasket Beach near Boston harbor. The loss was estimated at about 2 million dollars with boats valued at 350 thousand each. Fire departments from six towns plus Quincy and Boston fought the blaze for four hours and the scene remained guarded overnight.
A simple habit of labeling boxes with clear descriptions for items like Thanksgiving trimmings or Christmas ribbons helps locate them faster when needed, reducing search time and confusion during packing and decorating.
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