23 Sep 1924
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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1924
Page
1
Po ly Star Co. resident Coolidge recalls Secretary Wilbur to discuss battleships versus flying machines in future warfare. The piece argues air power cost effectiveness, cites France and Britain in building air fleets, and quotes W. J. Davis on air supremacy. It also notes Congo gorilla preservation plans and a Sweden prince's hunt.
Federal Land Bank of Houston officials led by Judge Gossett arrive for the Tri-State fair with a banquet at Hotel Palo Duro. Amarillo bankers plan tours to Palo Duro canyon and local cotton fields. A proposed $300,000 loan to sorghum growers via Amarillo banks may aid Panhandle farmers.
Brigadier General Charles E. Sawyer personal physician to the late President Harding collapsed and died of heart disease at White Oaks farm near Marion Ohio on September 23.
Forecast shows fair and warmer conditions tonight and tomorrow. Today’s high reached 74 with a low of 46. last year at this time the high was 77 and the low 57.
The thumb, key to hand function, enables intricate movements that reflect and promote brain development. Researchers note the thumb's role in coordinating precision tasks shows how hand use shapes neural connections and cognitive growth.
Wisconsin and Minnesota continue grim searches for storm victims. Rail lines blocked and wires down hinder rescue as 54 dead confirmed in Wisconsin and 5 in Minnesota, with authorities tallying casualties from the disaster.
A morning parade down Polk Street opened the Amarillo Tri-State fair festivities led by Chief Clark Cain and the Toney Chisum band. Officials including Bob Emmett, J. W. Crudgington, and O. V. Vernon topped a crowd-pleasing procession featuring the American Legion float and duchess contingents from Perryton Tucumcari and more, with Eva of Tucumcari receiving cheers and flowers as she waved to bystanders.
The Globe proclaims itself a friendly newspaper for readers across the North South East and West. It promises clean reporting and broad coverage for the people.
Judge Stephens argues that women are ineligible to hold executive public office in Texas. He cites common law and decisions from multiple states to claim Mrs. Miriam A. Ferguson cannot be governor. The Texas 1876 constitution is cited as not granting women this right and a Texas notary case is noted as ministerial, not executive.
Planes built in Santa Monica return to Clover Field after the globe circling airmen completed the historic first world flight. The city prepared with a rose filled welcome as blossom laden trucks from Southern California towns arrived to greet the aviators at the field.
Sworn statements before District Attorney Lloyd Pletcher allege gambling devices operate at the Tri-State fairgrounds. Judge Henry Bishop issues a temporary injunction to stop concessions. officers to serve several operators of so called games of chance. One disputed game uses a table with money, three rings sold for 10 cents, and ring toss for coins and bills. County attorney: this game is skill not chance. Red Shater, Fort Worth race driver, not yet signed for races here. The Panhandle’s Meeting Place is Amarillo’s famed hotel.
Second Exposition Day draws strong crowds with 3062 paid admissions yesterday and officials estimate at least 4000 in the grounds on exhibits and business activity. Today expected to top 11,000 with parade Royalty of Panhandle and Kiowa tribe unveiling events plus horse races and Pageant O’The Plains.
Visitors admire the Mason Temple at the Tri State fair as Dr. Clifton Carter praises high grade livestock exhibits. The parade along Polk Street features floats, cheers, and a large crowd with 9000 attending the night program at Amarillo’s fairgrounds. The Coffee Shop at the Amarillo Hotel is famous for food.
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