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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1941
Page
13
British imperial troops on a 40 by 20 mile front along Malaya’s west coast fought off massed Japanese waves in a fresh offensive toward Ipoh. Dispatches say Japanese troops advanced under heavy artillery rifle and machine gun fire but suffered heavy losses while British casualties were lighter.
General MacArthur took personal command of American and Philippine forces as Japanese land and air assaults press Manila and Lingayen Gulf. Japanese forces estimated 80 000 to 100 000, with larger reserves. U S lines show Manila area most vital yet outnumbered, while MacArthur can shift troops amid interior links. Manila may be declared an open city to avoid bombing.
Governor John E. Miles was rushed from Santa Fe to Albuquerque by ambulance after his condition worsened. An emergency operation to remove an intestinal obstruction was performed, with officials reporting a satisfactory though grave status.
Amarillo residents face a swelling mumps outbreak with adults notably affected. Doctors urge bed rest and caution for full recovery, noting several editorial staffers at The Globe News sidelined and varying beliefs on immunity and recurrence. The illness remains nonfatal as cases rise after an incubation period of one to three weeks.
Wake Island, 2004 miles west of Honolulu, fell to Japanese forces after a grueling 16 day defense by U S Marines. The navy said radio links were cut and occupation was probable as Wake was reported completely taken early Christmas Eve.
Texas oil fields will run seven shut down days in January to meet a 1 593 000 barrel daily quota for domestic and war needs. Hearings begin January 2 to decide where 10 octane gasoline for war planes will be produced and refined. The Texas Railroad Commission will fully adopt federal Ickes regulations.
The Weather Bureau forecasts a chance of a white Christmas with possible snow tonight as clouds bring rain then potential snow. Temperatures drop toward 20 degrees overnight, with highs around 46 today and a low near 29 tonight as wind shifts.
The Russians press center front toward Orel 200 miles from Moscow while Germans retreat after losing Odoev. Guderian reportedly departs eastern front as Soviet gains include recapture of Gorbachevo and heavy German casualties. Northward, rail links near Lenin grad-Moscow under pressure as Russians push Germans back across the Volkhov.
President Roosevelt hosted Winston Churchill at the White House noting the British leader’s fondness for two poached eggs and a hearty breakfast. Churchill recalled the contrast with rationed meals in England and enjoyed tea with toast before a robust coffee wake-up. He will attend the Roosevelts’ private Christmas Eve dinner amid wartime talks.
Washington reports intense Japanese pressure on Singapore and the Philippines spurring Roosevelt and Churchill toward rapid inclusion of Russia in a broader Anglo American war council. The initial talks remain Anglo American with plans to inform all Allies and seek Soviet cooperation in the Pacific war effort.
Globe Staff will not publish The Amarillo Globe tomorrow in observance of Christmas except for major wartime developments. The Amarillo News will continue wire service updates. NGL Insurance ads and Newby’s offerings appear in the same note.
British defenders in Hong Kong reported urgent counter thrusts in the southern hills as Japanese forces press the siege. Civilians and British officers aided the defense from isolated outposts while observers warned the garrison still faces slim odds without outside aid.
The Globe-News and News of Christmas morning give downtown Amarillo newsboys their papers for free as a Christmas gift. All money from sales goes to the boys, with no cost to them, making their Christmas profits 100 percent.
The forecast for Amarillo and vicinity calls for variable cloudiness and brisk winds today with a high near 46 and tonight’s low around 29. West Texas regions expect rain or snow, with rain in most areas and snow in the Panhandle tonight. Temperature extremes over the past 24 hours ranged from a low of 28 to a high of 45.
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