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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1929
Page
2
A columnist returns to Amarillo amid water election debate and real estate chatter. He rails at Chicago fashion prices then outlines the Bush tract and Dick Seay lots, noting a city plan to fund water with a 200000 bond and potential new wells to boost summer supply.
Excavation started this morning on West Third Avenue after a two month delay due to funding. The Amarillo Construction Company holds the contract with curb and gutter sub contracted to Swift and Lee. Two contracts cover Van Buren to Washington and Washington to Haydon with an underpass to Rock Island. work aims to create a new traffic artery linking Highway 5 and Panhandle Highway and a direct route to California.
The grand jury panel was named with L. E. Blain as foreman and a list of local businessmen farmers and merchants including Jim Ownbey and Claud Smithers. District Attorney Clem Calhoun doubted indictments would be handed down before Tuesday as commissioners met to address Constable C A Mitchell’s resignation and to deny rumors of Sheriff Joe Ownbey’s resignation.
The Santa Fe, Elkhart, and Coveted Area seek approval to build 110 miles of track from Felt through Cimarron and Colfax into Colmar on the western trunk line. If allowed Amarillo would become a central hub linking Texas and Gulf ports to the Southwest. Competition looms as Fort Worth & Denver City and Rock Island oppose and push to protect northwest Panhandle access.
Alexander Pantages plans to testify in his defense over an assault charge brought by Eunice Pringle. About twenty witnesses were assembled, led by the 54 year old theater magnate, targeting the expected start of defense testimony. Cross-examination of Tillie Russo, the former usher, was anticipated before the defense presentation.
The writer urges the Amarillo water department to expand capacity through strict economy rather than issuing bonds. He notes taxpayers face rising burdens and warns against frequent bond votes while expecting an 80 percent population increase in the coming year.
Mayor Thompson pushes a bond issue and aims to reach taxpayers via a radio address tonight. He urges everyone to tune in and seek full information on the proposal.
A resident explains lengthy talks with a neighbor but confirms strong resolve to vote no on October 26th, aligning with O. W. in opposition. The dialogue reveals evolving stance ahead of the local ballot decision.
The Amarillo city water plant produces water at 3.15 cents per thousand gallons and claims lower costs than any Panhandle or Southwest plant. The Word ranch plant reportedly cost much to build but offers no cheaper output, while the city commission continues experimenting instead of leveraging the Amarillo plant.
The Santa Fe operates vertical pumping plants across the Panhandle to move water economically. In Amarillo area costs run seven cents per thousand gallons, while Hereford in the shallow water belt pumps at four cents. Hereford water is shallower than Bush tract yet costlier than Word ranch. Canyon shows comparatively shallow levels.
A speaker cites Santa Fe water production costs of 13 cents per thousand gallons on average, notes Amarillo plant at 3.15 cents, and argues Mayor Thompson cannot beat Santa Fe’s efficiency. He asserts Santa Fe as best managed and questions local cheaper options.
The speaker regrets a rare public rift with Mayor Thompson over bond issues for water and the gas plant. He predicts a tense, decisive phase as Amarillo under Ernest Thompson plans to take over the gas facility, with no turning back and a busy period ahead.
Poem praising the cheerful telegraph messenger the Little Western Union boy. The piece notes his smiling demeanor through all weather and days, hoping he passes life with song and resilience. Signed by Mrs L S Burnett at 1917 Pierce Street.
A reader praises Tack for honest local reporting and recalls old time Indian and cattleman values. He asks for names of living individuals with character and mentions collecting data for a story on cattle rustling and brands. Signed by Johnie Reaves and E. R. T.
Four Borger residents accused of prohibition violations were brought to the county jail yesterday and remain held pending bonds. Oscar Brothers, U S Marshal at Lubbock, transported the four: W D Ward, W D Platt, Mrs Lottie Fisher, and E B Fisher. He returned this morning for more prisoners. Marshal Harper escorts federal prisoners to institutions from the September term.
Passenger automobiles show unprecedented popularity in New Zealand this season with more buyers than ever. Industry data indicate rising demand and strong sales across major markets and dealerships nationwide.
Benny Fox, 98 pounds, clings to a 75 foot flag pole atop the Capitol Hotel as he aims to endure four days four nights four hours. He chats with callers by telephone while performing exercises to keep circulation, awaiting a long sleep from the Amarillo Furniture Company barber and planning a dance with Mrs. Fox.
Amarillo Dealers Association launches a drive to curb free demonstration requests from nonbuyers. The effort aims to stop spongers who pressure dealers to install radios for home demos without intent to purchase, exposing dealers to service costs and empty prospects.
City and county commissioners along with State Highway Commission and Chamber of Commerce highway officials meet at Amarillo Hotel at 6 30 tonight to foster cooperation on highway problems. W F Lampe chairs the session with P S Bailey in attendance as the new highway engineer.
With duck hunting season opening October 16, state game warden D. Turner warns sportsmen to observe the half hour rule before and after sun. Complaints will be filed for violations. The Globe will publish daily sun rise and set times for convenience.
Two mallard hens strayed or were stolen from 701 Carolina Street Sunday morning. A reward of $2 is offered for their return. A female police dog with a collar but no name was found at a business. owner can call 6641 or identify the dog.
City organizations plan candidates for the Fall Opening and Radio Popularity contest now open in Oklahoma and twenty Texas Panhandle counties. Grand prize is a 1200 dollar piano. second and third cash prizes are 250 and 100 dollars. Sixth district prizes include choice radio sets, with top voters earning first pick. Each entrant receives one thousand votes upon enrollment, and the News Globe radio manager invites organizations to discuss entering.
Over 150 improperly hung signs have been removed or re hung since the city commission passed an emergency ordinance on July 2. Fifty five removed on Polk Street. Building inspector A W Smalley says accurate counts are impossible as many complied before notices. He mailed notices to firms on Polk Taylor and Fillmore Streets and noted many merchants on side streets and in San Jacinto already removed signs. Smalley praised prompt compliance.
Brotherhood of American Yeomen holds open house at Carpenters Hall 212 West Seventh Street at 8 p m Wednesday night with J L Allison and Frank F Baylor in attendance. Program includes Col E O Thompson master of ceremonies readings by Mrs Lloyd Fletcher and Mrs Cleghorn, Williams Quartet and Elli ker Girls Lyric Club with vocal and piano solos and talks on Yeomenry by Allison and Baylor.
Ex Baylor University alumni plan a banquet at the Amarillo Hotel Tuesday at 7 pm. Guest of honor Mrs. J. M. Dawson of Waco will discuss Baylor’s enrollment new buildings and campus activities. Reservations can be made by calling 9429 with J. M. Cook in charge.
Mayor Ernest C. Thompson will discuss the water situation at the regular meeting of the Men’s Club of the Episcopal Church Wednesday night at the Parish Hall. W. B. Mizer, club president, urged all members to attend.
Amarillo residents await the U S Army band appearance October 26 after strong radio and press exposure. The group, famed for national function roles and summer Spain tours, will perform locally with tickets not broadcast.
Funeral services are scheduled for Tuesday at 2 PM at Griggs chapel for Ulysses Clark Davis 19 a member of the Amarillo Fire Department killed in a motorcycle stunt accident ten miles north of Amarillo. Burial will be in Llano cemetery. He is survived by his widow Margaret Tolley and his parents Toliver and Mrs Davis and sisters Margaret and Imogene.
The Palo Duro Baptist Association holds its monthly workers meeting at First Baptist Church. The full program starts at 10 with a devotional by J F Johnston, talks on Church Budget and Co?erative Program, a 11 30 sermon by J M Jones, lunch at noon, afternoon sessions, and a women’s meeting at 2 45 led by Mrs A H Willborn. Adjournment at 3 45.
Mayor Ernest Thompson will discuss the $200,000 water bond issue on KGRS tonight at 9. He urges voters to support the bond on October 26, explaining his reasons.
Announcement of a civil service examination to hire a male typist and stenographer at the Amarillo Helium Plant was issued today by C. M. Tyler, secretary of the local examining board. Salary listed at 1620 dollars annually, with applications due before October 2.
A worker laments complex contract language that confuses ordinary people. He argues for simple, neighborly dealings and notes he will sign only when the agreement is clear and straightforward.
Hogs 10,000, steady to strong, top 9.75 for 190-240 lb. packing sows 1.25 to 6.60. Cattle 31,000, calves 660, steady to strong. slaughter steers 11.75 to 16.00, fed yearlings 12.50 to 16.00, heifers 11.25 to 14.15, cows 7.60 to 10.10, wealers 8.00 to 13.00, stocker and feeder steers 9.56 to 12.25. Sheep 7,900, steady. lambs 12.26 to 18.25, ewes 4.00 to 5.55, feeder lambs 11.50 to 12.50.
Hogs 14 000 at St Louis with 5 to 10 cent gains on 120 to 210 pound hogs. Cattle about 9 000 with steer prices around 17 75 to 18 50. calves and feeders mixed. Sheep near 3 500 with hog top about 12 26 and ewes around 4 to 5 dollars. Chicago market steady with 38 000 hogs led by 10 20 top. cattle 23 000 with slaughter steers 1300 to 1500 pounds at 12 50 to 16 25 and 950 to 1100 cows around 8 25 to 10 50. lambs 12 75 to 13 60.
The New Orleans cotton market opened barely steadier as Liverpool buyers showed initial losses of 1 to 3 points. Hedge selling pushed prices down with December at 18.27, January 18.38, and March 18.65, 6 to 8 points under last Friday's close. By the end of the first hour the market steadied but remained near the session lows.
Cotton opened steady to lower on October 14 as southern selling and trade covering push prices down to new movement lows. December touched 18.85 and March 18.74 before a late first hour dip despite some support from buyers. In Chicago, rain across Australia spurred declines in wheat with early gains erased, while corn and oats slipped after an initial rise.
Poultry market report from Chicago dated October 14 shows hens and springs steady with fowls at 27 cents, springs 24 cents, roosters 20 cents, turkeys 20 to 80 cents, ducks 18 to 22 cents, geese 20 cents.
Butter steady with creamery extras 45c, standards 42 1/2c, extra firsts 42 1/4c, firsts 39 1/4 40 1/4c, seconds 87 88 1/4c. Eggs firm with extra firsts 41 1/4 42 1/4c, graded firsts 40c, current firsts 36 1/4 38c, ordinary firsts 38 1/4 38 1/2c.
Stocks show irregular gains at the open with Hershey Chocolate up 3 points to a record 140 and Union Pacific up similarly. May Department Stores Columbia Gas and others rise while American Tobacco slips slightly and several issues edge higher by about a point. Foreign exchange improves with cables up 7-32 of a cent to $4.86 and a half.
The report lists numerous securities with varied closes from Atchison Topeka to Woolworth and U S Steel, highlighting a broad market drift. In a Dublin note, Trinity College visitors sought the Book of Kells and Brian Boru harp, with some doubting the harp’s link to a ninth century king.
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