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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1929
Page
8
A reader letter questions prior complaints about Amarillo water hardness. The writer notes conflicting reports and defends current supplies while urging scrutiny of health impacts and measurement standards.
A flood of letters debates municipal gas and water ownership in Amarillo. Citizens argue for contract fidelity with the gas company, warn against higher taxes, and urge prudent bond use while praising Mayor Thompson and Tack’s stance. Letters mention railroads, water bonds, and local citizens’ concerns.
A man writes from downtown asking for a live‑in housekeeper to care for his five year old, cook two meals daily, and keep a two room apartment. He offers five dollars a week plus room and board and asks interested parties to call after two.
A letter from J Wade Duncan of Pampa Texas argues that rattlesnakes can be shot accurately at ten to fifteen yards and claims inflated balloons dodge bullets, challenging a rival claim. The writer suggests sending the balloon note to Ripley.
A reader praises the paper and questions Amarillo political coverage. The letter defends Ernest Thompson and his water campaign while challenging Tack on consistency regarding gas light and water improvements and the city’s growth.
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