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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1929
Page
2
The speaker declares commitment to truth and knowledge, rejecting speculation and fancy. He insists two plus two makes four as the only certain route to understanding, challenging others to prove otherwise beyond doubt.
A civic call urges Amarillo residents to vote on gas bonds and municipal ownership. The speaker argues against municipal ownership, praising the Prairie Company for lowering rates and noting its large local payroll and gas reserves. He warns of risks to jobs and investment if ownership shifts, referencing nearby California experiences and local industry ties.
A radio speech defending press freedom and open debate criticizes efforts to silence newspapers and asserts the city’s press prints all sides of public questions. The speaker rejects accusations of trying to run the city and vows to publish diverse opinions.
A reader seeks city gas rate data for Winfield Kansas and Pawhuska Oklahoma to verify Amarillo's boast of the lowest rate. Winfield domestic rate is 30 cents, Pawhuska 40 cents, with Amarillo cited as the lowest for a large US city. the caller invites more city comparisons and mentions tonight's Daisy Pushers play by Black Mask at the High School auditorium.
The McKinley school hosts a big carnival tomorrow evening with chilly sandwiches coffee and light foods. Eating starts at 6 and runs late with the carnival beginning around 7 30 or 8. Many McKinley P T A ladies invite all parents with children in the school to attend.
Mayor Ernest Thompson sends a formal letter to C. P. Atwood, Amarillo Real Estate Board president, after the board endorsed the city commission’s plan to acquire the gas distribution system. He outlines condemnation as the route to cheaper gas, the bond and possible injunctions, and the aim to save ten cents per thousand feet, amounting to about $365,000 yearly.
A reader praises Judge Crudgington while challenging his gas policy view. He argues industrial growth in Amarillo stems from cheap gas and cites helium plant, smelter, candy company, and new gas firms as proof, urging fairness in the discussion.
A reader sends a check for $1.15 for roses and notes November is for planting. Comments on water costs and Hereford water system as a potential contract. Roses will not be distributed until spring and the writer asks to be contacted later to return the money.
In a reader letter cited as See TACK LETTERS on page 19, clarification is offered that the snakes discussed do not swallow young. The note references a column reader interaction and defers to the Tack column for further context.
Early today the Panhandle experienced frost with the U S Weather Bureau thermometer at 27 degrees. Officials warn of killing frosts, but promise fair weather and a gradual warming to tomorrow. The only reported damage was to flowers and shrubs in city yards.
The John B. Golding Post of the Veterans of Foreign Wars plans an annual medal for Amarillo High School cadets with the best basic military record. Eligibility includes R C T C training, and a commission of trustees, the superintendent, cadet commandant, and two veterans will choose the winner. Lieut Col Ridings took oath as departmental chief of staff.
In court the judge stressed the jury must decide the case on its merits not the defendant's intent. A renewed contention over Elk Hills lease evidence followed as Justice Hitz reiterated the jury should not treat government actions as conclusive evidence for either side. The panel was recalled to hear further charge clarification.
Judge Morgan questions city proof of excessive gas rates before court can grant property to the city. He says the city should have petitioned to lower rates, noting the current plan would require that proof. He adds he does not side with the gas company but opposes municipal ownership.
Juror No 7 Harvey N Connett retired oil worker was ruled unfit by a jail physician and replaced by alternate Mrs William Ingles. The jury then consisted of five men and seven women as Fantages finished testimony describing an alleged attack by the girl and the defense rested.
Young people under 99 in Amarillo are invited to an 7:45 PM revival service at the Old Presbyterian Church corner of Tenth and Taylor Streets. Evangelist Mrs Fern Willis Bruce, 24, leads the series. tonight’s theme is divine healing with planned special music and free transportation for the sick upon request at 8775.
Two youths claiming to be Raymond Knight and Raymond Lyons, age 16, were returned to Amarillo by Deputy Sheriff Bob Morris to face burglary charges. Homes in Oklahoma City. wanted in San Antonio for four misdemeanors and two Waco burglaries with additional Wichita Falls charges. Police say they entered two Amarillo homes and stole merchandise including a diamond pin valued at 400 to 500 dollars and two guns.
The mayor Ernest C. Thompson urges attracting industries to Amarillo to create pay rolls and lasting prosperity, expressing a firm commitment to the city’s economic future.
A church social gathering at the new Baptist Church at 1110 North Buchanan Street features singing and instrumental numbers. The program starts at 8 oclock tomorrow night, announced by Pastor W C Garrett. Everyone is invited.
Fragmentary text notes the impact of earning $50 a week versus nothing, suggesting a comparison affecting eight teamsters and their overall income. The passage hints at a larger sum of 50 million dollars but remains unclear on full context or source.
Reservations for seats to the U. S. Army Band concert Saturday afternoon and evening at Amarillo College of Music opened with many from out of town. More than 1,000 season tickets sold before single admission seats. profits go to the high school band fund. Matinee tickets for students cost 50 and 35 cents.
T P Curran of Gibson Oil warns Amarillo to verify gas type before switching suppliers. He notes Panhandle gas ranges from odorless to high sulphur content, which can stain silverware and woodwork and produce strong odors. Curran urges check before any gas supply change.
Philo Mathean and Forum societies hold an oral bout Friday night at 8 in the senior high auditorium to decide the water bond issue. Otis Petty and Jack Roach represent Philo affirmatively, Gerald Brown and Warren Woods argue the negative. Miss Oretha Cornelius and Porter Underwood judge, with a third to be named. Mayor Ernest O. Thompson is expected to speak briefly on the water situation after.
An alleged plot to wreck President Hoover's special train north of New Albany Indiana was thwarted when three men moved a sedan from the Baltimore and Ohio tracks minutes before the train arrived. The train halted eighteen minutes as investigators questioned suspects who confessed plotting to damage the train for damages.
Votes from the Radio Popularity Contest by Amarillo dealers must be turned in to the Globe-News to count. Purchasers should receive their votes at purchase and cast them as they wish. The contest closes November 2.
A letter to Mr Moody from the commission cites a six cent per thousand feet gas price offered by responsible parties and states funds are available to buy the plant. It urges cooperation to reach a fair value for the properties and serve Amarillo residents.
Only property owners with poll tax receipts or exemptions may vote on the water bond measure this Saturday. A separate gas question is a nonbond referendum open to all voters. Two ballots will be provided to avoid confusion, one for each issue.
Clarence Chamberlin warned that Diteman faced the dangers of blind flying after his plane was forced down while flying on the wings of his craft. He could float for hours if gas tanks were emptied but rescue was unlikely as most of the route lay outside regular shipping lanes.
In Billings Montana Mrs A F Diteman Jr prayed for her husband to succeed in his attempted flight to London. She believed the flier would pass the perilous test despite last minute engine alterations that could let him stay airborne nearly 41 hours. Her calm was strained by fear as she spoke.
Daugaard Jensen, Greenland governor, told AP that the Greenland trade has heard nothing from missing Atlantic flyer Urban Ditenian and no gasoline was laid out at Julianchaab. The aviator, who left Newfoundland Tuesday aiming for a transatlantic flight, reportedly shipped gasoline to Greenland, fueling hopes he reached the island.
The Central Presbyterian church Women’s council announces a fellowship dinner for Presbyterians and friends tomorrow evening in Fellowship hall. The event aims to foster fellowship and new acquaintance with seating for six to seven hundred. Reservations can be made via the church office or by calling 9903.
Ellwood Park again faces vandalism as branches are stripped from Amarillo's rare arbor vitae tree. City forester Temple Robinson warns of prosecution for defacing property and notes he would pursue offenders on the spot if caught.
Chicago market reports hogs 23 000 up 10 to 15 cents top 10 dollars with sows and pigs. cattle 7 000 with steers and yearlings up to 18 16 dollars. lambs 12.50 to 18.25. Kansas City market hogs 7 000 up 10 cents top 9.75. cattle 8 500 with steers 11.50 to 15.50 and 950 to 1100 lb stockers. lambs 11.75 to 12.75.
U S C A hogs quote typical weights 160 to 270 pounds with prices 9.90 to 10.00 per hundredweight. Hogs total 10,500. Cattle count around 8,000 with calves 1,200 and cows 7.25 to 8.25 while weaners run 15.50. Sheep listing shows 600 head with lambs steady to strong.
The cotton market opened steady with better cables. first trades showed little change as hedge selling trimmed gains, then futures rebounded on reports of freezing weather across the northern belt. December reached 18.17, January 18.27, and March 18.54, about 9 to 11 points above the lows and 7 to 11 above yesterday’s close. At the hour’s end, values held near highs.
The New York cotton market opened steady with a small decline before rising on frost reports in West Texas and firm cables. Forenoon values sat about 50 points below the day’s high and 40 under yesterday’s close as foreign buying pushed December to 18.27 and March to 18.68 before selling pressured prices to 18.05 and 18.45.
Liverpool on October 24 reports spot cotton steady with demand easing. American mids range from fair to strict good middling with higher grades priced up to 11.23 and 10.88. Sales total 7,000 bales with American 4,000. receipts 8,006 bales, 6,500 American. Futures finish steady: October 9.71, December 9.73, January 9.79, March 9.89, May 9.98, July 10.02, October 9.95.
Chicago grain notes sharp new breaks in wheat on October 24 due to unusual overnight selling pressure to stop holders losses. Wheat opened slightly lower and fell further. Corn showed firmness and gained, with outs easy and provisions steady.
Butter firmer with creamery extras at 44 to 48 cents. Standards 48 cents, extra firsts 42 to 48 cents, firsts 38 to 40 cents, seconds 37 to 42 cents. Eggs steady, unchanged.
Poultry steady in Chicago on Oct 24 with fowls 26 to 27 cents, springs 24 cents, No 218 roosters 20 cents, turkeys 20 to 30 cents, ducks 20 to 38 cents, geese 22 cents.
Fragmentary OCR listing many corporations with percentages and numbers. Includes Bethlehem Steel Calumet & Hecla Col u mbia Gas Coca Cola Chrysler Continental Can DuPont General Electric General Motors Goodyear Goodrich etc. Lacks coherent narrative or single event.
The New York Stock Letter reports a jagged market at the open with heavy volume and many 10 000 to 20 000 share blocks trading. Leaders moved up and down with U S Steel and Kennecott gaining while others like General Motors and Briggs fell to yearly lows.
A historical radio grid lists programs on NBC chain stations and affiliates. Vincent Lopez Dance Orchestra at 6 30 with several stations carrying the show. Beauty Serenade with Jack Shilkret at 7. Sparkers at 7 30. David Battolph Orchestra at 8. Bourdon Orchestra at 8 30. Amos n Andy from WMAQ at 10 with multiple affiliates.
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