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Newspaper

Amarillo Globe

Location

Amarillo, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 28, 1936

Page

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Warn Salons Of High Cost Of Pensions

Old age assistance will cost 50 million dollars annually with 147,676 eligible pensioners at an average 16 dollars monthly. Five percent admin costs, liquor taxes 3 million, leaving 27 million from other sources. Assuming half federal aid, Texas must raise 1 million monthly. New lawmakers sworn in. Senate president pro tem Roy Sanderson elected. 150k appropriation for session expenses. As of Sept 1, 204,655 applications filed. 80,718 approved. 12,339 denied. 111,598 pending.

Austin Orville Carpenter James V. Allred Carpenter Texas Roy Sanderson Belton Senate House Rudolph A. Weinert Seguin E. Harold Beck Texarkana Broadfoot Bonham George H. Harper Jefferson E. J. Blacket Victoria Ernest Fellbaum San Antonio

Texas Rivers Worsen Flood Damage In Central Texas

The Central Texas floods threaten Brownwood and Brown County towns as the Colorado River rises to late flood levels. Officials report up to 5 million in area losses with several communities evacuated while roads remain blocked and relief efforts continue.

Brown McCulloch Colorado Winchell Brownwood Rockwood Coleman County Goldthwaite Austin Brazos Little Rivers Port Sullivan Milam County John D. Rogers Brazos River Conservation and Navasota Bravos Little River Leon Lampasas Temple Temple Telegram

Amarillo to Portales Special Train Draws Near

Nearly 100 reservations were made today for Amarillo's special train to Portales New Mexico sponsored by the American Business Club with chamber of commerce help. The Santa Fe train departs Amarillo at 8 o clock Friday and stops at Hereford at 8 55 for a 30 minute layover. The trip includes hat bands and canes, round trip fare 2 75, and the Portales parade plans to greet the party on arrival. The Amarillo College band accompanies the delegation to the Roosevelt County Fair.

Amarillo Portales N. M American Business Club Chamber of Commerce Co-Operation Roosevelt County Fair Santa Fe Hereford ABC

Blast injures several at Flint gas station

Flint on September 28 reports say an explosion at a gasoline filling station left several injured, some critically. Early dispatches indicated 14 people were removed from the wreckage with some believed dead as flames hindered rescue efforts.

Flint, Mich

Amarillo merchant first to send in campaign check

A K Baracat, Amarillo merchant, is among the first to mail a contribution to the Democratic campaign in the newly opened district offices in the Amarillo Building. Mayor Ross Rogers, chairing the local finance committee, notes that funds should come voluntarily and not by active solicitation.

Roosevelt Amarillo A. K. Baracat Democratic Campaign Committee Ross Rogers Rogers de

Five Nations Break Up Gold Bloc Sees Currency Shift

Five nations join France in devaluation era as Switzerland Netherlands Latvia and Greece start currency stabilization programs. France under a monetary equilibrium pact with the United States and Britain faces a parliamentary test on Blum's devaluation. Moscow denies British pound sales aim to push down the rate. bank calls sales ordinary banking transactions.

Associated Press Europe France United States Great Britain Leon Blum Switzerland Netherlands Latvia Greece Moscow

French cabinet unity threatened by currency reform plan

Paris Sept 28 The French government pressed its franc devaluation plan in the Chamber of Deputies, facing radical resistance and defeating a rightist bid to return the measure to committee. The premier warned the nation would align currency with prewar levels while Holland stays free. A 300 million guilder stabilization fund would curb declines. Russia denied Morgenthau charges about Soviet pound sales, calling them ordinary banking moves amid an international stabilisation effort. Morgenthau had earlier revealed a government move to buy the full pound offering, lifting the rate from 4.91 to 5.02. See GOLD BLOC Page 11.

Ralph Heinzen Paris U.P France Chamber of Deputies Committee For Revision Colyn Holland Russia Morgenthau Moscow United States Great Britain

Jenkins Smashes One Hour Speed Record at Bonneville

Ab Jenkins of Utah shattered the one hour speed record at Bonneville Salt Flats with 170.997 miles, surpassing England’s George Eyston. He started at 8:15:37 A M CST in his two ton land plane aiming to dominate records from 10 to 2000 miles after a failed 10 mile attempt and a 100 mile mark of 169.57.

Bonneville Salt Flats America Ab Jenkins England George Eyston Utah Cobb

Simpson Sentenced in Berlin Treason Trial

In Berlin the Nazi People's court sentenced Lawrence Simpson of Seattle to three years for treasonable activities linked to his Communist sailor network. He received credit for 14 months already served. espionage charges were dropped. Simpson's attorney argued for a one year max on treason.

Berlin Nazi People’s Court Lawrence Simpson Seattle Reich Simpson Werner Anthor

Red Russia aims for new democracy under radical constitution

John Lloyd reports from Moscow on Russia's forthcoming constitution described by Bolsheviks as a gift to the world. The plan envisions a two chamber legislature with direct secret balloting for voters over 18 and equal suffrage, while power remains centered in the Communist party. The article notes similarities to democratic systems yet warns observers await operation to judge true intent.

John Lloyd Associated Press Moscow Russia Communist Party Kremlin

Rebels Take Toledo Entry Report At Madrid Retreat

Rebels seized Toledo at 10 P M after Madrid militiamen fled before their assault. Webb Miller describes the rebel entry as intercepts reported from the Franco-Spanish border at Hendaye.

Webb Miller Toledo Hendaye U.P Alcazar Madrid

Four Murder Trials Set In Two Weeks

Judge FE C Nelson Jr moves 47th District Court to clear minor cases before murder trials. Four murder cases are slated for the next two weeks, with Johnny Cullen to be tried first on Monday for a nightclub shooting affray last winter. Florence Holmes, a Black woman, faces trial for the death of another Amarillo resident. her case also set for Monday.

FE. C. Nelson, Jr 47Th District Court Johnny Cullen Florence Holmes Amarillo

Hollywood bound Bob Burns heads to stage shows

Bob Burns the radio rowdy and cinema comedian travels from Amarillo on a TWA flight toward Hollywood after a weekend appearance in Kansas City at Jubilesta. He is accompanied by his son Bob Burns Jr and he performs with Ben Bernie the old maestro in the celebration.

Bob Burns Amarillo TWA Hollywood Kansas City Ben Bernie Burns Bob, Jr

Rebels Hold Toledo as Loyalist Siege Rages Outside

In Spain, rebel troops hold Toledo while Loyalist forces fight for life outside the city. Moscow avoided open aid to the Popular Front, citing fear of international conflict, as Alcazar defenders are hailed after a ten week siege. Madrid reports a new rebel advance and renewed Loyalist counterlines, with doubt whether major combat has ceased in the city.

Gibraltar U.P Toledo Madrid Alcazar War Office Burgos

Who's Who in Amarillo Business Directory Advertisement

The Globe-News advertises a classified business directory listing skilled services offered by individuals and companies in Amarillo. The ad highlights floor repair, stove repair, piano tuning, window cleaning, upholstery, painting, paper hanging, mattress renovation, and window shade installation and repair. Dial 6262 for want ads.

Amarillo Globe-News

Nationwide drive targets narcotics and liquor law violators

Washington reports a treasury mobilization of 2,500 agents for a countrywide raid blitz. Sudden operations aimed to arrest hundreds suspected of narcotics and illicit liquor offenses, with jurisdiction across 50 plus treasury offices. Also possible action against counterfeiting and customs violations within treasury enforcement.

Washington Treasury Harold N. Graves Morgenthau Province of Treasury Treasury Enforcement

Honeymooning Stars Anne Sothern and Roger Pryor Stop in Amarillo

Motion picture star Anne Sothern and writer Roger Pryor paused in Amarillo this afternoon during a TWA flight tour honeymoon trip through the East. Flight itinerary showed the couple as passengers on the tour.

Anne Sothern Roger Pryor Amarillo TWA

Police Use Tear Bombs to Disperse Memorial High Students

Campbell Ohio police used two tear gas bombs to break up a large student demonstration outside Memorial High School over a teacher transfer. Three youths were detained on suspicion as officers fired near the crowd and a police squad of about six maintained the scene. The gas dispersed the protesters to a nearby hill, with many coughing and sneezing as the breeze carried the fumes.

Airport conference set in Amarillo on runway plans

Department of Commerce representatives and TWA officials are due soon in Amarillo for a conference on proposed airport improvements. KE Fleming of Kansas City, TWA traffic manager for the central region, will arrive tomorrow. Concrete runway plans have been prepared for TWA approval.

Department of Commerce TWA Amarillo KE. Fleming Kansas City

See Italy After America A Tower that Lasts

Arthur Brisbane, a widely known American writer, contributes a Globe column. His opinions reflect his own views, not The Globe editorial stance. The Italy series urges Americans to visit Italy after touring the United States, highlighting towers and the experience of travel.

Italy America Dante Pisa Arthur Brisbane Globe Brisbane United States Atlantic Pacific North End South End Seattle Mieami

Three Men Injured in West Tucumcari Collision

A head on crash on Highway 66 about 23 miles west of Tucumcari New Mexico left three men wounded with Hester in brain concussion and critical condition, Young with leg fractures, and Bates with arm and leg injuries. Both vehicles were driven by Hester and Young. Bates rode with Hester. All injured were taken to Amarillo for treatment.

Tucumcari N. M St. Anthony's Hospital Clarence Hester Hester Young Highway 66 Amarillo Conchas Project Bates

Acting County Judge Pearson Handles Riggs Duties

During Judge J N Riggs absence Perry S Pearson serves in his place. Pearson was chosen by a group of lawyers to manage the legal affairs of the judge’s office until Riggs returns.

J. N. Riggs Perry Pearson Judge Pearson Judge Riggs

Weather forecast for Amarillo and vicin ity

Amarillo forecast calls for fair conditions with frost in sheltered spots tonight and frost north if skies clear. Tuesday expected fair and warmer with rising temperatures. West Texas shows partly cloudy skies with frosts in north portions tonight. New Mexico unsettled with snow northeast and north central areas, Tuesday generally fair with frost or freezing tonight. Temperature extremes noted 36 to 48 degrees.

Amarillo Texas New Mexico

Oregon timber blaze threatens towns in southwestern region

Wildfires raged across southwestern Oregon with Coquille North Bend Marshfield and Myrtle Point under threat. Bandon Prosper and surrounding timberland suffered heavy damage with at least seven dead and thousands homeless as 3 000 firefighters fought the flames aided by shifting winds and scarce rain.

Marshfield Ore Oregon Coquille North Bend Myrtle Point Bandon Prosper M. M. Craven Portland Marues United States Forest Roseburg California Redding

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