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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1942
Page
5
The piece argues for calling 18 and 19-year-olds into military service, notes they are suitable despite lacking skill for production tasks, and weighs war casualties against postwar life. It also defends Germans against blanket hatred, cites Judge Denman fears of Japanese bombing, and backs strong presidential authority amid wartime needs.
A British Institute of Public Opinion survey reported in the News Chronicle finds most Britons with opinions favor Americans, while about one quarter view them unfavorably or critically. The study notes Britons see Americans as more democratic and believe Britain would benefit by adopting more American traits, though some suspect Americans may feel superior.
Bill Talcott, plant manager on a Dutch Caribbean isle, faces threats as auditor Struthers claims 158000 in missing nitrate vouchers. Talcott suspects a frameup linked to Halsey, MacDowell, and June Paterson. A tense dinner ends with MacDowell revealing a detective’s pistol and a broader conspiracy.
MGM veteran Eadie Hubner recalls iconic cutters who shaped hair trends from Jean Harlow to Hedy Lamarr. She notes bob variations mark eras from flapper straight styles to the modern short fluffy or long loose looks, praising ease and wartime practicality as fashion shifts with romance and career demands.
A collection of essays explores how wishful thinking misleads individuals and nations. It contrasts log scale hearing with decibels, warns about blind optimism amid prewar tensions, and profiles Government Girls facing Civil Service life, emphasizing hard realities over rosy dreams.
A survey of government girls in Washington reveals 70 percent expected city life to be exciting, 79 percent said Washington met expectations, and 65 percent were never sick after moving. Many praise abundant opportunities, despite prior fears of crowding, while church chimes at Epiphany Church reflect wartime spirit and pride in national defense.
Statisticians defend American women against claims they are short and dumpy. They say there is no true average due to racial diversity, and studies show women today are taller than in the past. Washington report is challenged for sampling bias and method errors.
Quotations express urgency as Washington debates total war and deflects threats of violence. Cripps and Truman weigh in on policy, steel shortages, and aerospace plans while faith and resolve frame public morale.
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