Wife-Killing Attorney Got It Right On The Seventh Attempt
In Amarillo in 1928 40 year old attorney Arthur Payne a pillar of the community plotted to murder his wife Eva to be with his secretary Marilyn Miller. After several failed attempts including gas poisoning a near drowning and a bomb he finally killed Eva with a bomb in jail then died in a jail bomb blast. Eva Payne died June 27 1929 in Amarillo in a later accident.
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E Veryunins
Sparky
Potter County
Editorial on winter weather and the desire for warmth
The writer laments a long cold winter and contrasts northern and Florida climates with Texas moods. He recalls harsh seasons, brief warm spells, and longs for steady warmth, noting the frequent, rapid weather shifts and personal discomfort.
Seasonal Tinkering with Heaters and Spring Hopes
The author recalls sunny days and spring chores after a cold spell. Zack powers a brush fire to stay warm while the narrator endures a chilly farm house. They replaced an old Dearborn heater part and will fix the other unit, noting progress versus nostalgia. Pansies and Johnny jump ups bloom, perennials rest, and anticipation builds for upcoming blooms like bluebonnets, crocuses, tulips, and narcissus as winter fades.
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Zack
Weavers
Farewell from the Gap Reflects on 2009 and News Year Hopes
A reflective hometown note at the Gap jokes about the closing of 2009 and the year ahead. The writer shares weather, football banter about the Cowboys and Saints, Obama Hawaii vacation chatter, and a wish for Christmas joy and a healthy New Year.
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Mercy
Hawaii
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