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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1942
Page
9
A committee reviews salvage options for the Normandie vessel, evaluating potential recovery steps and funding avenues as the project moves forward. The discussion centers on feasibility, timelines, and anticipated costs for the salvage operation.
Kay Abernathy a 20 year old University of Texas student named queen of the 1942 Drake relays after selection by a local committee from coeds. she previously attended Lindenwood College and maintains an A average. In 1941 the queen was Dorothy Ball of Texas.
Astrakhan reports the Volga ice breaking as 2,300 miles of river begin to open for Soviet war transport. Ice should clear in a week, allowing navigable sections to feed tugs and tankers. Soldiers discard winter coats, residents praise fighters, and two events draw crowds: a ten billion ruble war loan and the Stalingrad Operetta Company in a Viennese show.
Evangelist Rev. Jay Boyd Davis arrives for a revival at Central Baptist Church. Pastor Rev. Frank A. Godsoe announces services at 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. tonight’s sermon titled Gods Plan For A Revival, with arrival delayed by bad weather.
Otis Hyde, 30, of Arab Route 2, unable to read or write, claimed he did not know the United States was at war when questioned by U S Commissioner Luther Owens. He said he and his brother cut timber in Blount County and mail delivery issues kept him unaware. Commissioner Owens will decide the case later. Santa Fe carloadings for week ending April 18, 1942 totaled 22 632, up from 19 679 in 1941 with connections contributing 10 178 versus 7 085.
Amarillo Chamber of Commerce voluntary membership drives show 110 pledge cards short of last year despite nearly 7000 dollars more pledged. The budget tops 11 thousand dollars over its 40 thousand goal, prompting remarks that a clean up drive may be needed.
Residents of Rice County district two voted 20 000 for a new school building but the project stalled after basement completion due to a WPB materials ban. A roof was added over the basement and classes will be held there.
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