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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1931
Page
2
A radio host describes boosting Tack's pep squad with Dutch Mantel at Pampa for a Harvesters game and notes serenades at the county jail. The piece digresses into demography of Japan, a Chicago bank scandal, and humorous anecdotes about kissing, Reno bartenders, and Hoover political fervor in Potter County.
Four masked men robbed Citizens State Bank Hartford City and abducted Elmer Lucas assistant cashier and mayor. A posse fired about a dozen shots as suspects fled. authorities believe at least one bandit may have been wounded. The incident follows a day of local chatter and tips.
In Wichita Falls on Oct 2, Tol Johnson testified Gus Boyt, a key state witness in John Alsup’s murder trial, was given beer by ex district attorney R A Stuart in the Tarrant County jail during questioning. Defense countered with witnesses challenging Boyt’s truthfulness and motives.
Dear Tack reports a Wilson Warbler frequenting the area with sightings nearly daily, noting the bird inquired about in The Globe. The letter asks readers to see Tack Letters page for more details.
The Girl Scout Leaders Club met at Mrs. R. A. Burnett's home to outline a four day training school at Central Presbyterian Church starting Monday. Alice Mulkey will teach elementary and advanced scouting in free sessions. Observance of National Girl Scout Week October 5 to 31 was mapped with daily themes and the Fall Court of Awards set for October 30 with badge ceremonies and Scoutcraft demonstrations.
Potter County tax collectors cannot apply the moratorium bill signed by Gov. Sterling. Comptroller S Sheppard warns Do not collect delinquent taxes with penalties waived for payments before January 31. Attorney General Allred questions the act's constitutionality as court challenge looms.
George W. Johnson of Canyon takes the stand denying liquor business ties to Quint Thomson or Walter Willmering and saying he is not the J O Thomson linked to a Florida call. Witnesses Grady Odom, C N Harrison, and H Jarrett testify to Johnson’s good character as a trucking contractor and public servants corroborate his reputation.
In Amarillo a widow describes warnings of murder and a brick raised during a confrontation before she fired five shots from her porch at Stanley. Police found no gun on the victim and defense claims the weapon was taken from the dying man by an accomplice. Witnesses testified about threats and a heated scene before jurors heard more testimony as the trial neared verdict.
Barney Randolph, 19, refused a $1 reward after leaping into the Mississippi River to rescue a girl who attempted suicide by jumping in. He explained his motive by saying the girl was too young and pretty to die.
Dallas dancer Sam Bernard reports at the American dancing masters convention in Los Angeles that Second Empire fashion has revived in dances. He notes a renaissance of grace, reviving petticoats fur boas and tiny plumed hats with a new adaptation of the waltz inspired by Napoleonic court era.
In Austin on October 2 the defense for 65 year old Judge J P Price rested plea to sustain demurrers in his impeachment trial before the Senate court. Judge R L Batts UT regents chairman and Price’s attorney urged the court to follow law not men.
Former Georgia star Red Eubank is coaching high school football in Palm Beach Florida this year, bringing college experience to the local program.
Glasgow officials and police guarded streets after a night of rioting that left about 40,000 unemployed clashing with officers, smashing shops, and looting food stores. A police officer was knocked unconscious, and mounted and foot patrols helped barricade damaged shops. The unrest marked the worst since 1921 and followed a planned demonstration against a ten percent dole reduction.
The page discusses American views on prohibition and US attitudes toward wine from European vineyards, noting the Hoover family heritage. It covers Irene Castle's suit against Farmer William Schroeder over pig pen conditions, Schroeder's victory, and Castle's push for cleaner pigs. It notes a stock exchange seat at 156000 and signals a looming ban on short selling and potential federal action.
Radio schedule lists NBC WJZ WABC WABC CBS WMAQ and many stations with hourly format notes. The guide shows programs from major networks including The Goldbergs, Eskimos Club, Lopez Orchestra, and The Pageant, with time slots and a long list of affiliate call letters across regions. The page catalogues shows multiple networks and a range of music, drama, and variety shows in a dense, era-specific radio guide format.
A nostalgic poem praising the apple tree as the friendliest tree. The speaker compares its welcoming branches to an old man at a gate, offering treasures in early fall. Children visit seeking fruit and cheer, while other trees seem less welcoming by comparison.
Hogs receipts 2,500 head opened higher but mainly salvaged gains. top 5.45 on 200 240 lb. packers. Cattle receipts 1,000 head with western steers up 25c. vealers 4.50 18.50. cows 3.50 5.00. Sheep receipts 5,000 head. range lambs 6.60. feeders 4.50 5.15. Chicago hogs 17,000 lb. bulk 200 41280 lb 5.60 5.75. top 6.75. cattle receipts 2,000 head. vealers 7.50 9.00. stockers 5.00 6.76. sheep 22,000 head. lambs higher. New York stock market dull after early rally. United States Steel and others retreat from early gains. Call money at 11%.
Weights and Measures Inspector J Frank Woodside resumes duties in Amarillo for three months possibly longer. City Manager Bill Durham announced the move Friday. The inspector will condemn pumps and scales that understate quantities after a year of complaints and renewed concerns.
Huntington dispatch reports an eye witness offering new details on the September 9 murder of Benjamin Collings. The widow, after being cast adrift in a canoe, headed toward Daytona Beach to identify suspects Dr. Leslie Ritchie and his son William. Detective notes cite Halvar Halverson’s differing tale of Penguin’s destination and a possible sighting near Northport harbor.
Valuation special reports of all operations to military officials. Activity in the field except drilling of wells was halted after dust. Hitherto wells were permitted to complete and flow eight hours initial production. Kilgore Texas Oct 2 A general order requiring oil operators to report immediately any changes of ownership of wells leases loading racks or transportation lines or changes in the names of companies in the East Texas field was issued today by Brig Gen Jacob F Wolters who is in charge of enforcement of the state railroad commission oil conservation program.
Erection of the West Eighth Avenue Viaduct will be a rush job if funds are available soon. The $10,000 structure may open to traffic by Armistice Day. Bids for materials were received but awards await funds. A $60,000 state highway appropriation is expected within a week.
Rev. D. D. Sumrall, pastor of San Jacinto Baptist Church, will open a revival at Lamar Street Baptist Church on Sunday. The meeting continues indefinitely with Sumrall leading 10am sessions and 7:30pm services, while Rev. J. H. Clouse delivers both morning and evening sermons Sunday and Sumrall conducts a 3:30pm afternoon service.
Oklahoma City October 2 Governor Murray launches his campaign to “ring the firebells” with a legislative program proposing drastic tax cuts and curtailment of wheat and cotton acreage He says he will submit the plan to a popular vote by initiative petition this fall.
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