Not Guilty Verdict in Orlal Brinkley Murder Trial
In 47th District Court Orla L. Brinkley was acquitted of beating death of his 18 month old stepson Joseph Getz. The jury read not guilty as Brinkley, flanked by family, listened. trial included autopsy and death certificate questions.
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Dusty” Miller
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Joseph Michael Getz
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Guymon
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Amarillo
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Tech Exes Back Pantex Plan for Agricultural Research Site
Lubbock's Community College and Tech ex-students committees joined the Lubbock Chamber of Commerce in endorsing the plan to transfer the 35 million dollar Pantex Ordnance Plant property near Amarillo for agricultural and scientific research. The board urged that use as a research adjunct will not affect the main Lubbock campus operations. Negotiations with the War Assets Administration aim for a contract in January, with Texas A&M and UT pursuing similar acquisition moves for other facilities.
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Jacksboro
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Extend Lighting Contest Deadline in Amarillo
The News-Globe Garden Club extends the Christmas Home Decoration contest deadline to 6 pm tomorrow. More than 106 homes are entered, with 75 cash prizes totaling 605 dollars, and many more decorations ready for entry.
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Perfume Explosion Shuts Acton Soap Factory
Barrels of perfume exploded in a fire at a four story soap factory turning suburban Acton into a sea of scent. Firemen struggled through billowing soapsuds to save the building as a strong odor spread through the area. Nearby firms Meyers Motor Co Chrysler Plymouth and Diver Wiggins Lumber Co are listed in connection with the incident.
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Indonesia says Dutch planes bomb Jogjakarta amid invasion claim
A Republic radio statement declares Dutch forces began a dawn invasion of Indonesia. It calls the action dastardly and likens it to Pearl Harbor while noting Dutch amphibious landings on the Java coast and ongoing air attacks on Jogjakarta. UN contacts reportedly disrupted and Dutch assurances to protect personnel noted.
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Two Burlington Trailways buses collide and burn in Utah
In DELLE Utah two Burlington Trailways buses collided on US Highway 40 near Belle. At least 13 killed and 35 to 50 injured with 35 hospitalized. Among identified dead and injured are Daniel W Eggers of Salt Lake City and other victims from Utah Nevada Colorado and Nebraska. Authorities repair the crash scene as witnesses report a westbound bus attempting to pass a car before the collision.
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Atokala
Putt Powell Weds as Sandies Victory Spurs Union
The News-Globe writer Putt Powell married Frances Campbell in Sherman at First Baptist Church shortly after the Sandies 20 to 8 win over Denison in the state finals bid. Amarillo coach Howard W. Lynch served as best man. bride’s sister Mrs. Porter of Oklahoma City was matron of honor.
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Boost in WTSC Funds Indicated
West Texas State College at Canyon would gain 196 492 in two years if the legislature adopts the State Board of Control recommendation. WTSC’s current 1 082 158 appropriation would rise to 1 278 650, alongside broader raises for state higher education institutions. The UT system and Texas State University for Negroes headline the proposed boosts in a larger funding package.
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