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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1925
Page
6
Kansas fire marshal Clyde W Coffman told the National Association of Fire Marshals that enforcing the Model Film Law relies on public cooperation. He warned film fires are a major hazard and proper booth regulation prevents smoke, panic, and damage.
The city imposes a yearly ban on circuses within Amarillo from September 10 through October 10 and forbids public parades on city streets during that period. Violators face fines from 25.90 to 190 with the ordinance taking effect after passage in September 1925. Mayor Pro tem Chas A Fisk signs, Jewell Davidson attests.
A Wyoming hunter tells of two men chasing what they think is a bear in the western mountains. Both rifles jam, one fires four times then discovers the quarry is a porcupine, a misread that shows how overconfidence tricks even seasoned hunters.
A Kansas official argues moving picture operators must obtain a state licence from the fire marshal before projecting nitro cellulose film or face fines and imprisonment. He cites the need for enforced regulations on film safety, booth smoking bans, electrical wiring, exits, seating, and fire extinguishers, urging public cooperation and funding to strengthen enforcement.
W Stanley Smith Wisconsin fire marshal told the Twentieth annual convention of Fire Marshals of North America that over insured property aids arson. He cited a national fire loss over 500 million dollars annually and urged reorganized prevention efforts and unified state authority to cut premium rates.
A mosaic of daily remarks includes Ezra Hopkins on cross gender communication inefficiency and Doc Meador detailing rattlesnake removal and a mouse encounter. Judge WA Palmer praises Texas leader Vato Sells, while a remark about black cats and a hospital stay adds local color. Homer Powell hints at corrected McKinley shooting details. Reverend Bryant and J H Gouldy extend sympathy for Alex Sanger. An ad invites a sight singing class by Emil F Myers at 905 Taylor.
Washington report from the Federal Council of Churches details health and economic observations on prohibition. It notes an initial drop in liquor related deaths in 1920 but increases in later years, with mixed data on industry gains, wages, thrift campaigns, and rising social dissatisfaction. A survey of business leaders favored wet views amid social costs.
An advertisement promises a new discovery that clears skin and whitens quickly. It urges a three minute nightly test, claims overnight whitening, and guarantees a refund if not delighted after five nights. Available at all good dealers.
Paris briefing on a luncheon with Briand Baldwin Painleve and Caillaux where crossword puzzles are highlighted as a timely topic. Various brief items report a barefoot walk for a wager, a crown prince’s army rank, aid for veterans’ families, a horse death, golf withdrawal, a Maine death note, two electrocutions, and a light song line.
Hiram Thompson expects strong motorcycle competition at the Tri State fair with many hard riders. The host Amarillo riders are favored to win whether by Thompson or his friends. John E Hill notes Panhandle Lumber plans a new East Tenth street office with red tile and white stucco and a tall fence. Ja B Coes says Coe Parks Lumber will add sheds bringing storage capacity to 900000 feet. J M Neely credits county agent for Potter county rural life and warns against defunding the office. F P Kiiling praises the agent for helping with farm problems and chicken culling efforts.
Classified notice listing items for sale including an A. B. electric washer and wardrobes at 501 Pierce plus other furniture and gas stoves. Advertisement from Young Humphreys Furniture Trading Co stating best selection of used furniture with right prices and easy terms at 1068 West 6th Street and phone 2214.
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