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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1948
Page
14
The Amarillo Globe lists publication details and rates for The Amarillo Daily News and the Globe and News. It announces subscription prices and contact points, noting second class matter status and Sundays in connection with the publishing company.
Philip L. Graham of The Washington Post defends Gallup Polls as valuable to policy making in Congress while warning against running government on polls. He cites reliability, urges checks to prevent manipulation by pressure groups, and stresses need for accurate public opinion data.
Paul Gallico muses on political and sports prognostication, mocking pollsters and his own foresight. He salutes stubborn optimism despite repeated misses, calls himself a kindly mumbskull, and jokes about the limits of foresight while noting the entertainment value of predictions.
An analysis argues Americans bluff well and win in business while the Soviet Union uses American advertising tactics in world politics to undermine the American message. The piece notes the struggle is over ideas and propaganda aimed at the 94 percent, with Russia never forgetting.
The article outlines President Truman planning to limit Dixiecrat influence through purging or packing committees, with allies like Vice President Barkley and Speaker Rayburn. It notes labor liberal support growing and names key players such as Helen G. Douglas Holifield and several House members shaping a new Democratic majority dynamic.
George E. Sokolsky argues that a decade of flawed US foreign policy harmed national security. He criticizes Roosevelt era leadership, Hopkins, Hull, Morgenthau, and the State Department chaotic reforms, citing Chambers-Hiss and Amerasia as proof. He urges a full public investigation of the department from 1933 to 1948.
A Polk Street professor recalls a near trouble at a roadside carnival near a filling station. He lent five dollars for change, was persuaded to continue playing, and watched his stake vanish as three tough carnival workers overshadowed him. He learns to trust his own judgment and not rely on the crowd for support.
A compact listing of crossword clues spanning horizontal and vertical entries from common dictionary terms. Readers fill entries for statesman, ancient figures, musical notes, geographical names, and everyday words as part of a standard puzzle grid.
A practical guide outlines the duties of a proper date partner. It emphasizes graciousness, appreciation, and poise for the lady, accepting invitations warmly and avoiding clingy behavior. It advises the guest to assist the escort unobtrusively, greet the hostess, and manage polite conversations with chaperones.
A light lesson on dating etiquette from a bygone era. It warns against snubbing a date or making him feel tied down. The piece advises women to carry their own items and not overburden their escorts.
The statement asserts a public official’s genuine effort to fulfill the electorate’s mandate as reported in the 1948 Herald Tribune. It frames the official’s pledge as a sincere commitment to voters and governance duties.
Zurich based Die Tat denounces Allied Control Council as bloated bureaucracy hindering Austria’s movement. It notes Swiss travelers can reach the U S in 48 hours but cross borders into Austria take four weeks, with Austrians lacking influence on council decisions. It calls Austrian officials letter carriers for the liberators and urges reconstruction through freedom.
The Amarillo Phil harmonic Orchestra will rehearse tonight at 7 in the high school band room. The next concert is set for January 24 with guest artist Leonard Warren of the Metropolitan Opera.
The Amarillo Twenty Thirtien Club holds its semi annual election of officers at 7:30 tonight following the dinner meeting at the Blackstone Hotel. Retiring president Norman C Long and outgoing vice president Robert G Cobb announced. Five board directors to be elected along with secretary and treasurer. Installation set for January 4. A Lubbock delegation led by Charles Nelson attends, with plans for West Texas District 20 30 Convention in mid January. Amarillo to host eight club district meeting and full session.
The St. Andrew's Men's Supper Club meets at 6:30 tonight in the church parish house at 815 Fillmore. A turkey dinner will be served. Bob McKenzie and Gordon Morrison have planned the program. Bob A is president of the supper club.
Mr and Mrs Harold Gatlin have returned to their home in Santa Fe New Mexico after visiting Mrs Gatlin s parents Mr and Mrs W F Grant at 904 Pierce.
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