30 Jul 1950
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Newspaper
Amarillo Sunday News Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1950
Page
1
The government instructed work to begin on about 4.3 billion dollars worth of warplanes without awaiting Congressional authorization. An official said the plan aims to save production time and issue letters of intention to manufacturers, with thousands of planes likely involved. The full orders may await approval later, and contracts are expected to follow.
In Brussels rioters clashed with mounted gendarmes amid anti Leopold II protests. Police charged with sabers drawn. cobblestones and bottles flew as ambulances ferried the injured. State of emergency declared in Liege and Brussels outskirts.
Amarillo announces a plan to speed up home delivery of The Globe and News-Globe with 200 carrier boys delivering afternoon and Sunday papers. Readers will have one earner to pay, weekly or four week prepay options, receipts show paid dates, and door entrega by 6 AM with 5 PM target for the Globe.
Hutchinson County Democrats in Borger charge Gray County officials with disloyalty to the party and condemn Dixiecrats and Republicans. In 17 resolutions they back pro Truman labor measures, oppose a state sales tax and poll tax, and call for broader unemployment benefits. The group vows to purge “states rights” elements and criticizes those who march Confederate banners or run as Democrats while backing Republicans.
The US Weather Bureau notes generally fair conditions today and Monday with scattered thundershowers this afternoon. Cooler tonight with a low around last night’s 65 degrees and a high today near unspecified temperature.
Randall Demos and the Randall County Democratic Convention urge impeachment of Supreme Court Justice William O. Douglas over the Texas tide lands decision. Delegates, led by Clyde W. Warwick, adopt 18 resolutions condemning labor and capital regulation, federal subsidies, and tideland theft from Texas schools. They demand impeachment proceedings and broader cuts in federal spending.
A manufacturer Abraham Brothman and Miriam Moskowitz were arrested in New Jersey on charges they conspired with Harry Gold to give false testimony to a federal grand jury probing subversive activities. FBI and U S Attorney Saypol said they were brought together by Semenov of Amtorg, not Goios, and faced arraignment next Monday after a brief grand jury session.
Potter County Democrats met yesterday in a smooth convention with delegates from most precincts. Charlie Gibson was elected convention chairman and later chaired routine business as harmony prevailed. no motions received negative votes.
Finishing work on the new 10 story First National Bank Building proceeds with marble setters glazers electricians and carpet layers working day and night. Bank president Virgil Patterson says the bank will be ready for the formal opening scheduled for Monday August 7. Ground floor tenants include Wagner's Jewelers and Ricks-Maguire with major office tenants Shamrock Oil and Gas Corp Panama Corporation Phillips Petroleum Texoma Natural Gas Rip C Underwood Lawrence Hagg Jay Taylor and Standard Oil Company among others.
The Globe News features a 28 day humor caption contest on page 31 with a $3 daily prize and urges readers to collect August issues. It promotes regular columns by McLemore Leonard Lyons Mrs Poke Bennett Bob Allens Washington, and features like How to Stop Killing Yourself and a Spotlight piece. Aug 20 marks Norman Vincent Peale's The Art of Happiness installment and exciting summer serials are planned.
Henry Lee Mauldin known as Dad Mauldin, longtime Amarillo patrolman and part time preacher, died after a year marked by hospitalizations. Born in Mississippi, he served in Erick and Butler, taught Bible classes at First Baptist, and led youth in Sanborn and local churches. He married Mamie Burnett in 1911 and spent decades serving both communities and his faith.
A Tucumcari Conchas Lake storm damaged 54 small boats, caused a $40,000 fire at Lesbia Gun, and knocked out power at Municipal Airport. Rain totaled 1.79 inches, raising July to 10.37 inches, with a small tornado near irrigation districts and washouts along State Highway 104.
The Daily News features a Spotlights piece by Dr. Peter J. Steinerohn offering a physician's report on habits harmful to well being. It suggests that the best exercise may be simply resting in a rocking chair in a shady backyard.
Austin July 29 state librarian Francis Henshaw resigned today amid a dispute with the library's governing board over policy. The board did not disclose further details and a replacement was not announced.
North Korean forces pressed near Kumchon within 10 miles threatening the US center in South Korea. Other Reds neared Pusan as the front shifted with two divisions wheeling from the south. MacArthur indicated potential renewed UN defense along a 200 mile front and warned surrender is unacceptable.
Amarillo young actress stars in WTSC production as part of a regional arts feature. Readers are invited to follow her performance and the event's local cultural impact within the day's entertainment section.
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