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Newspaper

Amarillo Globe

Location

Amarillo, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 06, 1950

Page

2

Public notice published by Globe News board censorors

Notice to the public states the document has been approved for publication by the Globe News board of censors led by Wes Hazard Paul Allingham N D Bartlett Grady Camp Mrs Sarah Winter Mr Bob Babb Lewis Nordyke Joe Hess and Charley Underwood for public release.

Globe News Board of Censors Towit Wes Hazard Paul Allingham N. D Bartlett Grady Camp Sarah Winter Bob Babb Lewis Nordyke Joe Hess Charley Underwood

Weathering Texas High Plains Wet Cycle Confirmed

Suspicions of a major wet cycle on the high plains of Texas are confirmed by Tack. The long-lasting pattern follows another wet period and its duration remains uncertain as official confirmation arrives and forecasters assess the region’s weather outlook.

High Plains Texas

Public Hearing Sought On Street Dips By City Audience

A speaker calls for a public hearing on street dips supposedly organized by local birds. The message notes Wes Izzard is paying attention and urges mothers, fathers, grandmothers, and grandfathers to be heard by the City Commission.

Wes Izzard City Commission Potter County Tack

Residents demand removal of dips on Harrison Street

City residents urge replacing speed humps on Harrison Street to curb speeding. They warn that keeping them slows fast drivers and could reduce traffic danger to children, claiming more accidents would occur if dips remain.

Harrison Street

Dips Cause Disorder in Rainy City Streets

The writer laments lack of police to curb reckless drivers and argues against removing the dips. They claim a few impatient businessmen speed through water, cause engine whetting, then sit waiting as others mock them and pile on coals rather than self-reflection.

Campaign for driver education and caution in intersections

A speaker argues for an education campaign targeted at careless drivers. They suggest motion pictures showing that driving through an intersection at 40 miles per hour can cause engine failure, claiming speeds below 40 are safer. they emphasize protecting grandchildren.

Amarillo Dips Face Showdown Fight Over Dips

A bold notice declares that the dips in Amarillo will not be eliminated without a showdown. It promises a dramatic confrontation described as a beaut.

Amarillo

Potter County Guarantee Sparks Debate On Dips Advice

A provincial stance prompts cautious talk about financial commitments and family guidance. Officials stress need for written backing and sturdy funds, while residents weigh the promises and risks.

Public Utilities Earnings and Rates in Amarillo

Citizens demand full public accounting of earnings for the telephone electric light and gas companies over the past 15 years. The article notes large line charges to news services and KGNC with promised detailed breakouts to follow. It highlights local concern over rate increases mainly affecting small residences and businesses as Amarillo traffic booms and streets are dug up.

Electric Light Company News- Globe Amarillo Bell Associated Press United Press KGNC

Re paving on Fillmore Street echoes city traffic surge

Readable text describes repaving on Fillmore Street causing heavy congestion. The narrator notes traffic resembled Chicago and New York with jams lasting minutes and long honking episodes throughout the day.

Fillmore Street Amarillo Chicago New York

Traffic Gridlock Doom Lords City Streets

A grim view of urban mobility describes traffic as a warlike state with widespread gridlock and little sign of improvement. Commuters face delays, congestion intensifies, and transit options struggle to cope with demand. Vehicle throughput remains severely constrained.

Butter Consumption Drops to One Third Less Per Capita

The American public now eats about a third less butter than a decade ago while consuming more vegetables and fruits. This shift highlights changing dietary habits and potential impacts on dairy demand and nutrition trends.

Tribute to George Morgan in San Angelo Obituary

A man named George Morgan, beloved and highly intelligent, died recently in San Angelo while active in the oil business. He penned a reflective verse about his shoes and dreams, suggesting his legacy will continue to drive others forward beyond his passing.

San Angelo George Morgan

Tack’s Pain Claim Sparks Letter Debate on Childbirth Pain

A letter contends Tack’s sharp mind fades after his talking ends and argues childbirth pain exceeds his muscle cramps in the back of the thigh. The writer recalls Tack’s presence during a birth and suggests pain experience differs between genders.

Tack

Tru man Faces Grassroots Push Against Re nomination

The piece argues Tru man is the least popular president in US history amid a rising grassroots movement to deny renomination. It claims public esteem has sunk, opposing Communism, and calls for removal of those tainted by recent policies including Acheson.

Tack Truman United States Acheson

Government of little men and minds and Korea

They argue that current leaders prioritize keeping their jobs over saving the country. Some think bigger men might have averted the Korea conflict. For mothers with sons serving, the issue feels as vital as the last World War, regardless of others' views on its scope.

Korea

Mothers battle over Truman Marines propaganda claim

Tack reports a flood of calls from mothers outraged by President Truman and a letter alleging the Marines have a propaganda machine as big as Stalin's. They condemn any comparison of Marines to Stalin as unpardonable.

Tack Truman Stalin

Typical Mr. Truman Remarks Noted by Critics

The speaker criticizes President Truman saying he makes the most unadroit remarks of any public man ever before the public. The comment reflects a dismissive view of his communication style and public persona.

Mr. Truman

Telephone Caller Questions Communist Ties in Government

A caller challenges the spread of Communism in U S affairs. He cites professors expelled from an Oklahoma college who later resurfaced in the State Department and asks about allegations linking Secretary of Interior Chapman to Communist influence, wondering where it ends.

Tack Oklahoma State Department Chapman

Truman Wisecrack Blunder Echoed in History

The remark about the Marines is labeled a colossal blunder, likened to Dean Acheson’s defense of Alger Hiss as a friend and ally. Readers call for accountability with a sharp rebuke to both President Truman and Acheson.

Truman Acheson Alger Hiss President Mr. Acheson

Heart Attacks Kill Brothers in New York

Frederick J. Dreyfus aged 74, a rare books dealer, died of a heart attack yesterday. His brother in law, Dr Adolph Rostenberg, also 74, collapsed and died 15 minutes later while trying to save him. The Daily Worker headlines Korea news with Yongchon and Pohang freed.

New York Frederick J. Dreyfus Adolph Rostenberg Dreyfus Dr. Rostenberg

Ama rillo Printing and Supply Dept Budget Notes

The Ama rillo city Printing and Supply Department serves all city departments handling office supplies and forms. One employee handles most work with state ment mailing monthly. budget next year totals 3861 dollars with 2400 salary and 600 for extra help.

Paul Timmons City Printing & Supply Department General Fund Water Department

Will contest pits fiancé against heirs over pets estate

William F Money died at 59 leaving 18000 and several pets to his fiancee Thelma J Johnson Thelma was told to care for the animals at his Arcadia home Two relatives William J Money and Mrs Mildred Peterson allege a prior will was destroyed two days before his death and are contesting the will while a jury hears the case The pets are in a pet home during the process

Los Angeles William F. Money Money Thelma J. Johnson William J. Money Mildred Peterson

Hoboes Pledge Help for Korea War Effort

Jeff Davis of Cincinnati, leader of the Hoboes of America, announced at the 42nd national convention that the hoboes pledged 100 percent support for the US war effort in Korea. Delegates voted in favor of the resolution despite few records of actual participation, noting the need to aid reconversion, while Davis quipped about delegates roaming New Jersey beaches.

Philadelphia Hoboes of America, Inc Korea Jeff Davis Cincinnati Davis

U S Provides Arms to Vietnamese Battalions in Indochina

In Saigon on September 6 twelve Vietnamese army battalions received US equipment at a formal ceremony inaugurating the American aid program for Indochinese government forces fighting the Viet Minh, marking a milestone in supplied military support.

Indochina Saigon United States

Scout Uniform for Sale in Size 12

Dear tack I have a size 12 girl scout uniform for sale at a reasonable price. Call 3 6401 for details.

Will Give Away Cat to a Good Home

A reader offers a white cat about 10 months old for a new home. The owner seeks a caring environment and invites interested parties to call 2 9738 for details.

Tack Cail

Nursing and Child Care Offered by Mrs Morrow

TY seeks a nursing or child care position by hour day or week. Mrs Morrow at 827 Bryan offers services.

Morrow Bryan

Quilt for sale with contact details

I offer machine quilting services priced at four dollars. For inquiries call 8147 or visit at 1903 West Seventh to discuss a custom quilt project.

Tack West Seventh

Concrete Rocks Free to Haul From Bates Yard

Concrete rocks offered by Mrs Bates at 1003 Alabama for anyone willing to haul them away. Neighbors are invited to remove the rocks as a free disposal option.

Ironing at Night at Home Pickup and Delivery

A home ironing service offers to collect garments in the evening and return them the next day. Call 3 5619 to arrange pickup or ask about scheduling.

Tack

Will Keep Children In Home At 1215 Alabama

Mrs J W McAlllister states intent to keep children in her residence at 1215 Alabama. Contact phone listed as 30644 for inquiries or arrangements.

Tack Alabama J. W. McAlllister

Used clothing for schoolchildren and suits for sale

I offer good used school clothes and a blue tweed suit for a young man. A brown suit fits a 12-year-old boy.

Reward for Billfold Lost Near Sixth and Georgia

A reader advertises a reward for a lost brown billfold found around Sixth and Georgia on Sunday August twenty seventh. The finder may keep the cash if the billfold is returned to TED SIMMONS at 3111 West Seventh. Also a reader offers a two months old part collie dog for giveaway at 1500 Jackson.

Georgia Jackson

John Terry Seeks Yard Work and Fence Painting

Local listing shows John Terry offering yard work fence building and painting services. Call 3 9680 to arrange details or a quote.

John Terry

Help Wanted Caregiver for Two Children

Widow seeks a first shift caregiver to watch two small children while she works and remaining children attend school. Requires location at 302 North Louisiana. Phone number 3-5485 after 5 PM.

Tack North Louisiana

Seeking buyer for four books over a century old

H. M. Golden seeks contact with interested buyers for four books over 100 years old. Address shared as 4108 Gables. Potential collectors are invited to respond to the offer.

Tack

Community notice seeking childcare and ironing help

Mrs Leonard Thompson of Houston seeks a family contact for child care and ironing work. She has a five year old boy and an eight month old girl and welcomes additional ironing by piece or dozen. Phone 3 2138.

Leonard Thompson HousTon

Furniture for Trade Trade items and bicycle offered

A living room suite drapes chair hassock rug and pad are offered for trade plus a girl's bicycle. The seller would accept books of stamps as part payment on any item and mentions a Holly- to complete the arrangement.

Wood bed for sale with contact details

Classified note offering a wood bed for sale. Includes phone number 2-4898 and address 86 Florida, suggesting direct contact for purchase.

Florida

Wanted a small dog for a country boy

A community resident seeks a small dog, preferably a cocker, for a spastic boy. The family lives in the country and can provide a good home. Arrangements for shipment to Amarillo or nearby are possible. Call Tack Department, 6262.

Tack Amarillo Call Tack Department

Ring Lost by Syracuse University Grad in 1950

I misplaced a gentleman's graduation ring from Syracuse University in 1950. A liberal reward is offered. Contact 9016 with any information or recover the ring.

Syracuse University Cal

Personal Service Offer in 1930s Notice

A colored woman seeks daytime work offering cleaning cooking ironing and references. Rates 75 cents per hour with afternoon and evening availability. Interested parties may call 2 3 3536 or 3 0675 for arrangements.

Tack

Mrs Howard Walton Offers Prompt Home Laundry Service

Mrs Howard Walton announces wet wash and rough dry work to be done at her home with prompt service from 3808 Van Buren.

Tack Howard Walton van Buren

WANTS QUILTING DONE AND WORK WANTED POSTED

A wanted ad seeks a quilter for a baby quilt and a live-in companion or practical nurse position with room and board and salary. Also lists multiple warranty deeds, court actions, divorces, and a marriage license notice from the local public records.

Weatherly W. H. Fuqua Trust Claude Morton Old Town Anne Clifton Summers Ben Golding Thomas Wroten University Heights G. A. Lamberth Hirons Amarilla George H. Johnson J. R. Bishop Mirror & Plemons Walter L. Jones George Bobbie Whartnaby Freddy J. Whartnaby Naomi Woolsey Ben J. Woolsey Jae Juanita L. Inman Charles Samuel Inman Juanita Sain Ben Sain Charles Ben Gwyn Frances Katherine Lampton

Mrs Maggie B Sims Seeks Mail Delivery in Borger Texas

Through General Delivery Borger Texas, Mrs Maggie B Sims requests postal service arrangements. The brief notice notes a private address and delivery method without additional context.

Borger, Texas

Widow seeks Christian man with car aged fifty six to sixty five

Widow Lucy Mae asks for a Christian man with a car, aged 56 to 65. She hopes to start a steady correspondence and companionship.

Tack Lucy Mae

Job Interest in Service Station or Delivery Truck

A 19 year old seeks employment in a service station or as a delivery truck driver. Provides contact phone 3 9069 for replies.

Tack

Interior Secretary Accused of Realism

Senator Schoeppel charges that Interior Secretary Oscar L. Chapman allied with the Russian Soviet cause and Communist fronts. Senator O Mahoney orders an immediate Senate interior committee inquiry, with Chapman ready to testify and Schoeppel to attend.

Washington Oscar L. Chapman Senate Schoeppel Kansas O'Mahoney Schoppel Chapman

Medieval Ruins Uncovered in Sandhills of Wales

Excavations at the Margam site reveal medieval remains beneath sands held for two centuries. The dig uncovers Kenfig Castle remnants, a Norman outpost linked to Cardiff Castle, earlier known but buried in sand.

Sandhills Wales New Margam Kenfig Castle Cardiff Castle

Ban Marriages Adopted at Burtonwood Base

A new order at Burtonwood Air Force Base England bars officers and enlisted men from marrying in Britain without approval from the commanding officer.

US Air Force Burtonwood England Britain

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