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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1944
Page
8
The Amarillo Globe News notes readers seek relief in Ellery Queen mystery fiction as war jitters ease with tax refunds for 1948 FINAL tax and relief in Beardsley Rum era. It also quotes Admiral Nimitz on delivering bomb tonnage to Japan versus Germany and other reader notes.
Dorothy Thompson argues Joan of Arc exemplified Europe’s first popular nationalist movement, creating a shared faith that mobilized common people against occupation. She credits De Gaulle and Paris with catalyzing a revolutionary war that united underground fighters with Allied support to reclaim the city and revive the French nation.
Ernie Pyle describes Liberation Day in Paris with crowds kissing soldiers, shouting in praise, and signing autographs. He notes blue skies, festive dress, and the transformation from panic to relief as Parisians greet troops amid songs, flags, and affectionate gestures.
A Princeton study by the American Institute of Public Opinion finds public views on President Roosevelt health differ mainly by political affiliation. Republicans and Democrats show distinct theories about his condition based on party loyalty and information sources.
A humorous piece contrasts a imagined private room for men with the household chaos of wives. It segues into a political survey showing Democrats and Republicans differ on President Roosevelt’s health and ability to serve another term, with most opinionated voters favoring him.
Puzzle clues mix across and down with multiple abbreviations and partial words. Readable entries include names, places, and actions such as countries and common terms, providing a challenge typical of a vintage crossword puzzle page.
The scene describes a deliberate holiday gathering with women dressed up, old men in medals, and children in Sunday attire. By afternoon, downtown buzzed with kissing, shouting, autographing, and applause as Paris regains its festive, exuberant mood.
The 56th League of Nations council session convenes privately with Prince Ali Pahlavi Peroughi of Persia presiding. Graf Zeppelin commander Hugo Eckener thanks President Hoover in Washington for U.S. aid.
A 425000 cotton textile workers general strike is called while Texas probes relief fund spending. Amarillo hosts a gasoline price stabilization meeting. Hitler rushes Polish gains as Poland braces for more troops. Lt Cmdr Allan Wurtele offers a gift plan to avert war. Texas railroad reopens 70000 oil wells amid European uncertainty as Sid Finklea returns to Amarillo.
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