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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1927
Page
5
Registration figures for the first four days show 861 pupils enrolled, up from 740 last year. New pupils from other cities total 108 versus 149 last year, and total last year was 842, already surpassed with today’s registrations pending. Classes start Monday with short periods to dismiss for the Tri-State Fair. Junior high registration was 500 so far, with reports today making it likely the previous year’s total will be exceeded.
Walter C. Teagle president of Standard Oil of New Jersey says global overproduction fuels instability in the oil market. He notes prices in England match those in America and no workable plan to curb over-supply has emerged. He adds Romania faces a good year with an estimated 1.5 million tons of oil for export.
United Press report from Denver cites Dr. William B. Riley of Minnesota arguing that teaching evolution in Colorado schools fuels a rise in juvenile crime among youths aged 16 to 21. He warned the theory threatens religion morals and Christianity during a speech before Baptists.
Criminal district court will mark time for trials the last two days this week as jurors were dismissed after no ready cases remained. Court stays open for motions and non jury matters. The next trial is L. Higgins charged with murder, set for Monday with a special venire summoned.
Intensive search today for Wilmoreto Wagner, 24, of Caneadea, Allegheny County, after state troopers Robert Roy and Arnold Rasmussen were killed yesterday in Dobbs Ferry and Jamestown following a warrant on Wagner for petit larceny in a gasoline and oil fraud against Fillmore garage men.
The third Northwest Indian congress meets September 19 to 21 in Spokane. Tribes from the Pacific Northwest will discuss problems under Paul G. Wapato as representatives gather to debate policy. Indian drama performances, tepee camps, and a dress parade highlight the event amid modern travel and hotel stays.
London reports an international motorcycle reliability tour where three English girls defeated picked teams despite driving rain and mist. In local schools the new term begins with 8:30 a.m. classes, earlier than last year’s 8:45 start, with the first 15 minutes previously used for activities.
An advertisement touts Bayer Aspirin as safe and genuine when bearing the Bayer Cross, with directions on every package. It notes common uses such as headache cold nerve pain and toothache, and mentions tablet counts and low prices in small box formats and larger bottles sold by druggists.
Pueblo Colo Sept 9 two investigations were opened into the death of 16 year old National Guard member George Raymond Douglas shot yesterday by 15 year old John Tyson his guard partner at the state fair. Douglas mother Mrs Anna Douglas sought details of Tyson threat before the shooting.
Mrs G Hogmann of 228 Schaeffer St reports relief after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound and Herb Medicine and Pills for constipation. She states many women share similar conditions and offers to answer letters for more information. The Pinkham Medicine Company in Lynn Mass will provide other names upon request.
Military authorities probe how 15 year olds joined the 168th artillery and how loaded revolvers were allowed. An inquest was set for 1 p.m. to learn how Douglas and Tyson were drawn into service. Captain Kiefer said Douglas took responsibility for shells for both revolvers. Mrs. Douglas denies knowledge of the act.
SINT 6913 describes ladies dresses in seven bust sizes from 34 to 46 inches. A 38 inch size needs 3% yards of 40 inch material plus 4% yard of contrast material. Dress width at lower edge is 2 yards. Also listed is a boy's sail cut in sizes 2, 4, and 6 years with material requirements. Price 15 cents and order for the Fall and Winter 1927 1924 Book of Fashions to Globe-News Brooklyn address provided.
A mother says she had no knowledge of the shooting until word arrived that her son was killed. She reported that hospital authorities could not provide information about the incident or her son's home address.
A 60 year old man died at a Norfolk beach when a massive wave toppled him, breaking his neck. Police said the man was swept off rocks or the shoreline and drowned after the injury. The incident occurred today as holiday crowds gathered along the coast.
Earle F. Marean, 69, of Washington, died twenty minutes after being pulled ashore by companions following a water accident at Virginia Beach. Bystanders said Marean was in about five feet of water when breakers likely overturned him. A separate note describes a grayish tweed dress with red leather trim and cardigan.
Readers note that the current list omits Panhandle locations where The Globe and News can be purchased. The publication urges customers to check nearby shops or contact regional distributors for current stocking details.
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