Red Thompson's Self-Munded Path From Youth to Law Degree
The biography details Ernest O. Thompson nicknamed Red, who funded his education from childhood. He sold papers, ran routes, and sold candy and popcorn to pay for school. He owned a newspaper stand, confectionery, drug store, and jitney service while still in teens. Thompson later owned an automobile business before attending Virginia Military Institute, Eastman School of Business, and the University of Texas Law School with help from fraternity duties and legal-elite connections.
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Thompson Platform Promises for Texas Governorship
Ernest Thompson campaign themes for Texas governor include state regulation of utilities, no new taxes until savings plan feasible, support for organized labor and social security programs, and a focus on unemployment reduction, farm price support, education funding, soil conservation, and highway funding safeguards. He opposes open saloon and centralized government while backing oil and gas regulation.
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Consumer’s Champion Ernest Thompson of Amarillo
The article profiles Ernest O Thompson known as the Consumers’ Champion for slicing utility rates in Amarillo as mayor, saving residents nearly a million dollars yearly. It notes his 75 percent win and his later service as Texas railroad commissioner, extending his consumer advocacy beyond utilities.
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Thompson, Amarillo philanthropist, dies remembered
Ernest O. Thompson was a long time Amarillo servant of charity. A founder of the Presbyterian Orphans Home, a director of the Berachah Home in Arlington, and a leading figure in the Central Presbyterian Church, Rotary Club, Masonic lodge, and Kiva Temple, his public spirited work spanned many years and civic causes.
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Amarillo News
Thompson Seeks Governor Post On Tax-Free Platform
Ernest Thompson, state railroad commissioner, proposes running state government for two years without new taxes. He highlights prior recognitions by three presidents for his service as a war veteran and diplomat, including attendances at prominent events in Europe and a White House briefing.
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Panhandle Strongly Back Ernest Thompson For Gas Rate Cuts
Panhandle backers hail Ernest Thompson for lowering gas rates across Texas towns, saving consumers millions yearly. As railroad commissioner he guards oil and gasoline interests, fights waste, and pushes for fair freight rates, ensuring long term affordable fuel and reduced shipping costs.
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Amarillo Daily News
Thompson Thompson Ever Friend Of Aged In Amarillo
Amarillo readers recall Ernest Thompson as a resident who showed lifelong courtesy to the elderly. The piece notes his childhood acts aiding old citizens and his close bond with his mother Mrs. L. O. Thompson, arguing these traits presage humane governance if he becomes Texas governor.
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Thompson's Platform for Texas Governor Bid
Amarillo Daily News profile portrays Ernest Thompson known as Red as a lifelong public servant. Highlighted as mayor of Amarillo and railroad commissioner he slashed taxes and rates while driving growth. His wartime service and drought relief measures are cited as proof of leadership for the governor bid. From Houston Post endorsement notes the platform as thoughtful and clear on state issues.
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