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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1927
Page
2
Amarillo Fire Department joins Fire Prevention Week October 9 15 distributing 7000 booklets and sheets to school children. Chief G B Cooper says nearly every fire can be prevented and notes 347 calls so far in 1927 with 65 000 in damage.
Homer D. Wade manager of the West Texas chamber of commerce spoke to the real estate board at noon noting Texas farms have risen by 31 000 in five years with 71 percent in West Texas He praised Amarillo crop conditions and local excursions S R Steel discussed Hi Y club work Judge Crudgington urged support for a trip to Clarendon and J E Biggs outlined board efforts and need for member buy-in
The Southwestern Public Service company asks the city commission for a thirty year extension or renewal of its franchise, with the current franchise expiring in 1932. The formal application was filed last night after the company bought the local plant and franchise, and has invested millions in improvements including a new super-power plant nearing completion.
Roy K. Gress, scout for a company, was found with his wrists and throat lacerated at home. He has a history of shell shock from the war and is under treatment at Northwest Texas hospital where his condition was described as favorable today.
A 20 second earthquake shook Johannesburg last night causing high buildings to shiver and ceilings to crack. Reports say several natives have been killed in storms in the Transvaal district this week.
Amarillo campaign outline pledges include lower advertising rates and utilities costs, a municipal pool and golf course, cleaner city, more parks, cheaper rents, storm sewers, and public access to Bivins lake. It calls for elimination of railroad crossings near the city, expanded bus routes, and reform of vehicle cross signals while prioritizing new industry and livability for residents.
A colorful local column presents humor about personal appearances and social changes. It features remarks about Eli Hoover, O. W., Bishop Seaman, and Old Tack, plus jokes about pants in Yellowstone and a skeptical take on politics and fashion. The piece ends with a quip about women and dresses and a nod to Democratic politics.
In Austin today the Court of Criminal Appeals affirmed A G Raines of Potter Grimes and others in liquor law cases while appeal dismissed for Dan Albidrez of Lubbock and R L Mages of Jefferson. Raines was convicted last spring and released on bond during appeal.
Fred Faris faced trial in district court on charges of failure to stop and render aid in a highway death case that also involved R C Speer who was found guilty yesterday and fined. The defense argues a party member may have aided victims, a claim disputed by witnesses. Earlier, Dan Cobb was acquitted of assault to murder in a related knife attack case.
Delegates at the Sovereign Grand Lodge session in Montreal elect officers and select next meeting sites. A resolution at Amarillo’s closing session expresses deep gratitude to Brigadier General F. F E Walker and local groups, churches, clubs, and individuals for hospitality, assistance, and a memorable visit. The group prays for blessings as they depart.
The Asama-Yama volcano in Japan erupted with a thunderous roar on October 12, belching thick black smoke and a white ash cloud that forced farmers to shield crops with umbrellas. The blast sent ash far from the crater, some 70 miles east to Utsonomiya, with the volcano located about 80 miles northwest of Tokyo. Its last major eruption was in 1783, with later events producing ash, and occasional stones.
Denver police released James Daly 27 after accepting alibis from three men arrested in an Aurora bank robbery attempt. Leonard Vaganey 20 and Mrs. George J. Bergen 20 were freed, with a three month old baby jailed for questioning as investigators seek the bandits who shot six during their escape.
Readers scold the newspaper for omitting O W’s photo and accuse O W’s rival of vanity. They poke fun at the Tack household, joke about a street collision, and sign off as Wise Guys Incorporated.
A reader letter urges printing details of Borger Sunday movie case and argues to repeal blue Sunday closing, claiming 75 percent Amarillo support for Sunday attractions. Another Old Subscriber writes in about local business warnings on bad checks, praising enforcement and criticizing lax payment practices.
Heinkel hydro-airplane D-1220, on a flight from Amsterdam via the Azores toward the United States, was forced to land in the Elbe River near Brunsbuettel this afternoon due to a radiator defect. The craft took off at 1:21 p.m. local time.
Attorney for Mrs. Lucile Osgood widow of the millionaire founder of the Co F I asks for a new trial after a jury convicted her on one count of assault and battery. Judge J W Bell granted thirty days to prepare the motion. Osgood’s chauffeur Dewitt Phillips was convicted of assault with a deadly weapon and assault and battery in the same August 1 incident against Albert Demaestri.
Georges Quien, now at Clairvaux prison in France, insists he did not denounce Edith Cavell and claims judicial error. He recounts a calvary, discusses his war actions, a double named Cavier, and the press campaign against him as he faces a 20 year sentence.
A modern electric gong system has been installed at the senior high school to control bells in classrooms and corridors. It will announce the start and end of each class period with signals three minutes before period end and at the period’s close, with a five minute interval between periods. It replaces the previous manual gong method rung on each floor.
A poem about a young child's intense affection for a kitten. The child feeds the animal many times daily, carries, hurts, and pounces on it yet the kitten endures. The piece notes the lack of mercy and restraint in a five year old's love and the dangers of overcare.
Water and oil pipe manufacturers and Texas Southwest consumers filed a petition with the Interstate Commerce Commission to reopen the Consolidated Southwestern rate cases specifically for wrought iron, steel, or cast iron pipe and fittings. Amarillo representatives joined a Dallas meeting, and signatures from Amarillo wholesalers, retailers, and Panhandle firms are expected when presented to the I C C.
Columbus Day marked with a 7 30 p m banquet at the Catholic church basement hosted by the Knights of Columbus in Amarillo. Rt Rev R A Gerken bishop of Amarillo and Frank Keim of Pampa were among speakers with Judge Lanahan as toast master. The day wasn’t treated as a holiday locally. United Press. Banks in New York and other financial centers closed for the holiday, while Chicago markets also closed.
Two prisoners escaped from Donley County jail in Clarendon last night about 10 o clock after forcing their way out. One suspect is E T Tucker tied to theft of 1800 pounds of babbitt and a robbery at Conway Service station in Quanah. Clyde La Fon is the other escapee. A $25 reward is offered for their capture.
Rio Grande floods receded today after rising near the top of banks along the lower valley. Floodways were activated a second time to prevent overflow, keeping streams from overflowing despite fears in the lower valley.
A six pound baby boy was born today to Mrs William P Erwin wife of the missing pilot of the Dallas Spirit aircraft. The craft disappeared during a search for the missing Dole prize fliers. Mother and baby are reported doing nicely after hospitalization last night.
Market notes from East St Lous and Chicago show hogs active with tops around 11.90 and calves strong. cattle across regions feature western steers and fed steers at higher prices, vealers up to 18.00, lambs near 13.50 in Kansas City and Chicago. Sheep stable with western lambs leading prices.
Oklahoma City reports cattle around 2200 head with steady prices. beef cows and vealers show strength. Fort Worth rounds up 4700 cattle and 700 hogs with mixed highs. calves, yearlings and sows command notable bids. Potatoes in Chicago hold steady across several regional grades.
Poultry prices reported by the Associated Press show live fowls 164 to 125, springs 206 to 316, turkeys 25, roosters 17, ducks 244 to 275, geese 146 to 190 with no butter or crys market activity due to a holiday.
Two seven foot bows over 75 pounds pull will shoot arrows about 300 yards. One bow, by Kenneth Brooks, is built at Russell Sporting Goods in 508 Taylor Street, with both bows to be displayed there when finished.
The article discusses air power altering conflict dynamics as Mexican government planes bomb rebel bands and leaders Calles and Obregon claim the revolt is quelled. It notes parallels to Taft era politics, historic ground versus air combat, and argues a shift toward aviation over battleship building.
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