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Amarillo Globe

Location

Amarillo, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 16, 1940

Page

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Roger Morris Earns First Champion Ribbon at Fair

Poultry judging at the Hardeman-King plant on South Pierce Street drew contestants who attended a luncheon hosted by the Hardeman-King Company. Hereford cattle entries exceed 190 head with noted quality. judging starts tomorrow at 8:30. Dairy cattle tests continue today and tomorrow with results due Wednesday morning.

Hardemann-King South Pierce Street Hardemann-King Company W. M. Gouldy Hereford Cattle Divi Sion Livestock and Agriculture Department Farmers of American Livestock and Agriculture Division

Tri-State Fair Opens Amid Big Crowd Free Attractions

The Tri-State Fair opened with ideal weather and thousands entering. Mayor Ross D. Rogers noted free parking and grandstand attractions, while Ray Pinkney and Frank Farley praised the event's growth and the Hereford show's strength. Public schools dismissed early as Willkie Day lineup formed.

Tri-State Ross D. Rogers Rogers Ray Pinkney Frank Farley The Hereford Journal O. R. Peterson Cattleman Farley Tri-State Fair Parker D. Hanna Shamrock Floydada Groom Tucumcari White Deer Skellytown Hereford Miami

Chavez in Lead Over Dempsey in Bitter Primary Battle

United States Senator Dennis Chavez moved ahead of Rep. John J. Dempsey as late counts from northern counties narrowed the gap to a few ballots in the Democratic primary. Amended results from 814 precincts showed Chavez 42,371 to Dempsey 41,926 with about 100 precincts remaining, mostly Chavez strongholds, suggesting a final edge within about 2,000 votes. Governor Miles led Tingley in the Democratic gubernatorial race two to one with nearly complete returns.

Albuquerque United States Dennis Chavez John J. Dempsey Dempsey Chavez John E. Miles Clyde Tingley Capitol Frank Patton Wote Clinton P. Anderson Albu

Banquet Honoring Panhandle Lawmakers Set in Amarillo

Panhandle lawmakers including Gene Worley and Senate nominees Grady Hazlewood and Marshall Formby will be honored at a public banquet Friday at the Amarillo Hotel at 7 30 p m. Sponsors include Panhandle Livestock Association and Ex students of West Texas State College among others. Reservations advised and Marvin Jones may attend to speak if possible.

Texas Legislature Gene Worley Amarillo Panhandle Livestock Association West Texas State College The Panhandle Water Conservation Authority Tri-State Fair Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association, Inc Mr. Worley Grady Hazlewood Marshall Formby Dickens Ennis Favors Pampa Dick Craig Miami Paul Eubank Matador Tom Dean Floydada Jack Little Hop Halsey Lubbock Globe News Marvin Jones

Roosevelt Signs Draft Bill in First Peacetime Conscription

President Roosevelt signed the draft bill making the first peacetime conscription in U.S. history law just after 2 PM. He set October 16 as the registration day and announced that all married men will be deferred from the initial draft while wives and children are presumed dependents.

Washington Roosevelt

Weather Outlook for Willkie Appearance Tomorrow

Mr Collman predicts a pleasant day for Wendell Willkie with a high near 90 and a low around 60. He notes a few possible afternoon showerheads but overall fair and warm conditions, with southeast winds 10 to 15 miles per hour.

Rayburn Elected Speaker by Acclamation Today

Sam Rayburn a 58 year old Texas Democrat was elected speaker of the House by acclamation as William Bankhead lay in state. The note recalls events 25 years ago on Sept 16, 1915 with Hindenburg reaching a bridgehead as Russian forces slow the German advance.

Washington Sam Rayburn Texas House of Representatives William B. Bankhead Alabama Hindenburg Dvinsk

Mexia Man Guilty of Murder. Jury Posts Death Penalty

Arlin F. Reese of Mexia was found guilty of murder in the slaying of Mrs. Lizzie Reinhardt. A district court jury fixed the punishment at death in the electric chair. The report appears in Groesbeck on Sept 16.

Groesbeck Arlin F. Reese Mexia Lizzie Reinhardt

For Sale Want Ad Offer From Globe News

Would you accept 50 dollars for discarded items piled in your storeroom Embrace a quick sale by placing a Globe News For Sale Want Ad The service promises fast results whether items are large or small Dial 6262 Want Ad Headquarters Build Now John Maynard Lbr Co

Globe News Globe-News Dial John Maynard Lbr. Co

Willkie Visit To Amarillo Attracts Massive Crowds

Willkie and Mrs. Willkie will arrive by Rock Island at 10 30 AM in Amarillo Texas to address a large public gathering at Ellwood Park. A 75 piece Amarillo High School marching band will lead the parade along Polk Street followed by visiting bands and thousands of curious spectators. The speaking program starts at 11 AM with broadcasts planned via KGNC Lone Star Chain and Texas Quality Network.

Rock Island Mr. Willkie Amarillo Commonwealth & Southern United States Polk Street Eleventh Avenue Willkie Sixteenth Washington Eleventh Park KGNC Lone Star Chain Texas Quality Network Gulf Oil Company

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