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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1935
Page
2
A visiting Marine named William Koch misplaced his purse containing about $25 in Amarillo. A reward of $5 is offered for its return, with the purse to be brought to Mrs. Avery at The News Globe office.
A renowned magician known for radio sleight of hand visits San Jacinto for a midnight matinee at the Rex Theater next Saturday night. Howard promises a full act with humor, Chinese water mystery, Houdini needle trick, and other illusions amid the film program. Doors open at 1.
The league council met in recess as Premier Laval conferred with Italian and British leaders on the proposed conciliation commission for Ethiopia. Attendees at a luncheon included Lever, Beck, Aras, Bruce, Riz Guinzau, Avenol, and De Arcarte.
Alanreed Sept 5 Mrs WW Whitsett wife of a retired Rock Island agent was struck by a west bound tourist car from Booneville Indiana while crossing Highway 66 and seriously injured by glass cuts. The four occupants of the tourist car were not seriously injured.
A fragmented page item notes readers addressing Tack, with garbled lines and stray phrases about letters and a seller’s page 12. The readable content centers on audience messages and a marginal reference to a column or classifieds feature.
A historical verse tells of Joe Shelby s Mule a feared raid by Union forces near Lexington Saline and Old Rosey dispatches reveal military jest and bold orders to catch the beast in a Civil War context.
The KGNC broadcast outlines a large parade honoring reunion veterans and Confederates with Civil War regalia, National Guard units, and youth groups. It features marching bands from 142nd Infantry and 131st Field Artillery, plus civic and veterans organizations, to close with Western regalia and a full broadcast slate of concerts and programs.
Boston report states a groom claims he was purchased by his bride for 81000 on an installment plan with 50 dollars down and 10 dollar payments. He seeks to annul or proceed with marriage vows while the bride, Shirley Frevon Hersch, refuses to marry saying he should pay her 1000 more to cover her earlier payments.
The commission ruled on an air accident and the transmission errors aboard a plane on May 6, finding the violation stemmed from improper handling of messages. It examined the creation and reception of messages and noted failures in documentation and enforcement.
London dispatch says Canton police enforce government orders against slit skirts and revealing gowns. Women in fashionably gowned outfits are moved from rickshaws to stations as dressmakers face raids and more than 400 gowns are seized. Orders target waved or shingled hair.
President Roosevelt urged aides to supervise relief efforts in the hurricane area and inspect why adequate provisions for veterans camps were not in place. The vessel Derico sustained no serious damage as rescue operations continued and the Orion began its maiden voyage turning to a rescue mission.
The Texas Junior Bar Association names new directors appointed by state vice-president F. Byron Singleton. Appointees lead panels in Potter, Dallam, Hansford, Moore, Oldham, Wheeler, Lipscomb, Swisher, Hale, Briscoe and other counties, with chairs including Tom Seay and J. H. Broadhust.
A sudden 18 foot rise of the Rio Grande at Fagle Pass and Piedras Negras prompted families to move to higher ground. Flood waters swept the Piedras Negras polo field while Quemado Valley received seven inches of rain over two days. Soldiers dismantled the flooded grandstand as water rose at about two feet per hour.
Tokyo Sept 5 The government oil subcommittee agreed on changes to the petroleum storage law following protests by foreign oil interests The plan includes partial reimbursement to operators for building additional tanks The start date is postponed to April 1 and a possible small gasoline price rise is indicated.
Atlantic City readers learn the Miss America 1935 contest profile. A brunette with classic Mae West curves is favored to win, likely taller than the prior winner. Among 54 entrants, average figures exceed petite standards with hips near 33 inches and busts about 34, while most contestants stand over five feet six inches and many sing or dance.
General J C Hooks of Marlin Texas was re elected commander. The United Confederate Veterans and Sons of Confederate Veterans held sessions in Nashville Tennessee with praise for President Roosevelt and tributes to Will Rogers. General Pierce recalled meeting Roosevelt in 1933 and noted Texans’ wartime loyalties. The U S Marine Band and Beacon Male Quartet performed at Camp Pierce.
Kansas City market reports show cattle, hogs, and sheep trading with mixed results as beef cattle and yearlings edge higher while hogs and sows weaken. Cotton futures firm with early gains of several points, aided by favorable crop estimates and buyers entering at the first call.
The Amarillo Aero Club held its first meeting in the Rule Building appointing Ted Pease of TWA as temporary chairman. A committee was formed to draft a constitution and by laws. objectives include teaching members to fly, acquiring a training ship, and posting aerial signs. About 20 members attended and a second meeting is set for Tuesday at English Airport.
Rep. William Bankhead of Alabama rejected Washington reports that a new House majority leader would be chosen next year. He said he would return to his post when Congress reconvenes in January.
Veterans of a major war, 70 years past, stood in silence as comrades’ names were read. A church choir offered hymns including Onward Christian Soldiers and How Firm a Foundation. Mrs A McD Wilson, life president, spoke during the memorial service.
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