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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1944
Page
2
A reader argues for universal pensions and critiqued social security while recounting local events. The letter touches on farming, military families, livestock needs after Europe’s demand, and a lawn garden contest with prize proposals. It also notes long serving officers, out-of-town relatives, and local hospitality efforts.
A reader reflects on theatre ticket habits and alibis with anecdotes about torn half tickets proving admission, usher scrutiny, and a burglar trial. Other notes cover quirky letters, author notes, jokes, and gossip about actors, handwriting, wigs, and romance.
A reader seeks the return of a lost package from Allen's Shoe Store left on the Industrial bus containing blue kid shoes size 4, hose size 9, and brown suede polish. Call 2 5607. Also a male pup seeking a home and a request to correspond with a man aged 60 to 70. A coin purse lost at Kress Store or Washington bus on Sept 23 contains about $9 and a Zale’s card for Bill N Adams. finder may keep the money if the card is returned to 201 Polk Street. call 2 9065. Sophia Curtis, 201 Polk Street.
James Everett, early Globe-News apprentice printer, listed missing in action. He was an Ensign in the Naval Air Force on Pacific duty, reported missing since Sept. 15. Son of Mr. and Mrs. Peb Everett of McLean and nephew of Mrs. J. M. Baltzell. A boot camp photo accompanies the notice.
United Press reports GOP candidate Bricker joins campaign events with a St. Louis speech at 8 30 p m CWT and a Centralia Illinois talk by Bricker opposing the New Deal. Dewey urges tax reform from Albany and Bricker adds seven western states to his tour while Roosevelt plans no new speeches this week. Democratic electors in Louisiana shift support as replacements are set to occur.
A Navy page excerpt honors service members with prayer and remembrance. Dr Darby says the dedication is a direct answer to prayer and hopes it strengthens the spiritual lives of those who seek solace through prayer.
Clear skies greeted the Panhandle plains this morning after two days of dreary weather. The weatherman said clearing began in the western Panhandle before dawn and by noon the entire area enjoyed sunshine. Partly cloudy and warmer weather is forecast for tomorrow with a cool night ahead, the low around 48.
The White House announced that President Roosevelt urged James C. Petrillo head of the American Federation of Musicians to drop the ban on making recordings for certain commercial uses, in line with directives from the board.
The Texas Supreme Court upheld the San Antonio Court of Civil Appeals ruling that state efforts to enforce a good neighbor policy through legislative resolution and a governor's proclamation have no legal effect. The suit sought to compel a swimming pool proprietor to admit Mexican patrons.
Kansas City reports brisk cattle and hog trading with steady to higher prices. Slaughter steers gain up to 25 cents, other classes steady to strong. hogs active and steady, 180 to 240 pound range at 14.75, over 240 pounds and sows around 14.00. Sheep trading slower as prices hold above 14.25 for best range lambs. Chicago notes active cattle and hog movement, kill classes steady to strong, top steers around 18.25, 17.75 for yearlings, bulls 13.0 to 16.00, with lambs at 14.25.
Harvey Southworth and W. A. Meryson bonded after charges by the OPA. Bonds set by Federal Judge James C. Wilson during the fall term. Amarillo fire crews responded to 802 Lincoln Street at 8 30 this morning to a fire caused by an electrical wiring defect. Firefighters extinguished the blaze within ten minutes.
An ad promises improved digestion and mood by increasing a digestive juice flow with Carter's Little Liver Pills. It claims relief within 30 minutes and urges readers to buy at drugstores for 10 cents.
Mrs. Catherine Eudora Collins died after a long illness at a local hospital. She was 86 and resided in Amarillo since 1906 with a decade in Canyon. Survived by one daughter, eight grandchildren, and eight great grandchildren. Funeral at 10:30 Friday at Polk Street Methodist Church with Llano Cemetery burial.
Lancaster and Halifax bombers of the RAF attacked German submarine pens at Bergen Norway with fighter cover. An Air Ministry communique said one bomber was missing. Berlin reported Allied bombers over southwestern Germany.
The body of Charlie McDoughne Hill 75, retired contractor who died here yesterday afternoon, will be sent to Denison tonight over the Fort Worth and Denver. Funeral services will be held there Friday. He died at the home of his daughter Mrs J H Utterback who will accompany the body. Arrangements by Blackburn Shaw Funeral Home.
About 6,500 Nash Kelvinator workers in Lansing idle during a layoff dispute but return after a conciliatory vote. Army Air Forces plane propellers production halted. CIO says 1,000,000 war workers possible strike impact. 38,000 maintenance members in 300 plants. Committee members flew to Washington but were grounded in Pittsburgh. WLB
Approximately 6,000 American aircraft and gliders took part in the airborne invasion of Holland with losses under 3 percent. Chairman William H. Davis promised board discussion upon arrival by telegram. Globe News Want Ads feature results.
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