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Newspaper

Amarillo Globe

Location

Amarillo, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 19, 1940

Page

8

Medals for Civilians Promoting Heroism in Wartime

A Globe News reprint praises civilian heroism in World War II Britain and argues for civilian medals akin to the Victoria Cross. It quotes London workers and leaders, urging public recognition of all who serve society, in peace or war, and questions defenses of the status quo.

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On the Record Mr Knudsen S Appeal

Knudsen argues defense demands mix of technical, economic, and psychological hurdles. He cites bottlenecks in labor and toolmaking, limits to rapid airplane engine production, and the need to balance arms with consumer goods. He warns that guns or butter is the inescapable choice facing democracy as plans expand.

Mit Hitler Mel Be National Association of Manufacturers Knudsen Mr. Knudsen Britain

Forces and fears in America on defense and a new order

Dorothy Thompson argues that Germany's seven year armament drive shows the dangers of neglecting defense. She warns against mixed signals from leaders, urges unity in defense while avoiding war, and cautions that failure to sacrifice risks Nazi domination and a weakened democracy.

Courage Under Adversity Inspires Cynthia Spearman

A Missouri woman born near Brumley over a century ago overcame the loss of both arms in a farm accident to become a celebrated educator. Cynthia Spearman taught 39 years, studied penmanship, and led county affairs while delivering speeches and writing numerous biographical sketches. Her philosophy: success comes from determination to get ahead, regardless of fate.

Abraham Lincoln Brumley Cynthia Spearman Ullman Missouri

Santa and the Giant Killer Seeks Hidden Heart in Iron Mountain

Eric, a fisherman's son, travels to the Iron Mountains in a quest to find the giant's heart. He climbs a iron cone, enters a dark hall, finds a rusty sword and coins, and encounters a troll guarding a filled cobwebbed hole where the heart once lay. He resumes his climb toward Santa as a bat with holly leaves passes above.

Eric Iron Mountains Iron Mountain Iron Room Santa Santa Claus

Eric and the Giant's Circle of Fire

Sigrid Arne's heartened by Santa’s note, Eric returns with courage after sharing cookies and a lesson. He rides a winged horse to confront the giant and, with the third bird’s song, learns the heart lies behind a circle of fire beyond thunder. Tomorrow he faces the circle of fire.

Eric Santa

Brinda on a Dutch ship as destroyer battles U boat

On a German controlled liner, Brinda helps a spy seize a crucial list of British agents. A U boat airdrops danger as a destroyer closes in, raising hopes of rescue and a perilous cliffhanger.

Brinda Konrad Royal Navy Sir John Maurice Dekebra Leyla Georzie King Features Syndicate, Inc

Confessions of a Sportscaster From Soldier Field

In 1937 a fatigued announcer recalls a humid Chicago night at Soldier Field when he misread the field and improvised to a public listening audience. He recounts crashes, threats to fire him, and a yacht race broadcast gone awry, ending with a stubborn self portrait of a lifelong broadcaster.

Soldier Field Chicago Arndiron Gargantua New York San Francisco Brooklyn Des Moines Fort Worth Abe Schecter NBC Special Events

Leaders See St Lawrence Sea Way as Vital Need

Roosevelt states the sea way is essential while it shifts from opportunity to necessity. Barzini notes limited rearmament as history accelerates. Avila Camacho proclaims a united continent will be invincible in defending vulnerable spots.

Roosevelt St. Lawrence Seaway Project Avila Camacho Mexico

Puzzler Horizontal and Vertical Word Quiz

A list of crossword clues with numbered across and down entries including verbs colors and nouns. The puzzle presents missing letters and cross checking hints for a themed word game.

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