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Newspaper

Amarillo Globe

Location

Amarillo, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 07, 1950

Page

2

Notice of Publication by News-Globe Board of Censors

Public notice declares the item has been approved for publication by The News-Globe board of censors. Named officials include Wes Izzard, Paul Aliingham, N Bartlett Grady Camp, Mrs Saran Winter, Mrs Bob Babb, Wis Nordyke, Joe Hess and Charley Underwood.

News-Globe Board of Censors Wes Izzard Paul Aliingham N. Bartlett Grady Camp Saran Winter Bob Babb Wis Nordyke Joe Hess Charley Underwood

Chicago Tribune’s Stance Among Nation’s Leading Papers

The Chicago Tribune stands as a major, though unpopular, United States newspaper. It is the second highest money-maker in the industry, with the New York Daily News as the leader. Both papers are owned by the same proprietors.

Chicago Chicago Tribune United States New York Daily News The Tribune

Tribune Wins No Election Yet History Untouched

A quip from readers praising The Tribune for its sharp editing and steady stance as the paper notes it has never won an election. The remark underscores the paper’s reputation for balanced reporting amid political contests.

the Tribune

Simplified Spelling Affects Freight Term in Tribune

In the Tribune editors push simplified spelling and replace the word freight with state when referring to a freight car, reflecting a broader reform trend. The change appears in editorials and local notes, signaling shifts in vocabulary among press outlets.

the Tribune

A Look at Yokels and Mae West in The World

A dated essay contrasts city and small town readers, comments on gender and intellect, and moves to Chicago culture. It recounts room service, Mae West in Diamond Lil, and a reporter’s awkward encounter, ending with reflections on sex appeal and social norms.

Chicago Mae West Diamond Lil

Alaska Man With Beautiful Wife Ends In Divorce

In Fairbanks a man admired for wealth and looks loses out as a ten to one female-to-male ratio, and his wife indulges whims with loose purchases. He remains a “good old boy” but finally cannot keep her, and they divorce after she starts a new relationship.

Chicago Mae West East West Miss West Alaska Fairbanks

Beauty, brains, and the aging woman

The speaker claims most beautiful women are shallow and seek only compliments. He asserts that after multiple marriages they become unhappy as beauty fades. A woman who develops mind and personality with decent looks improves with age.

Debnt Reflections On Youth Jobs And Beauty Pins

Arch Ward recalls early 20th century life with teenage boys as telephone operators before his time. He also mentions the fad of women using beauty pins in that era, a detail the author notes he does not remember.

The Chicago Tribune Arch Ward

Chorus of support in a columnist tribute and parade note

A columnist praises wide public help from all followers including foot ball fans showgoers and sidewalk bystanders at parades. He notes a Chicago heart movement fund drive and a brief Amarillo parade, urging locals to applaud and engage. Johnny Linn predicts strong country applause in future parades if prompted.

Mr. Ward Chicago Heart Johnny Linn Amarillo Amario

GI soldiers sentenced for assault on Swedish diplomats

In Tokyo on February 7, two American soldiers were given long prison terms by an Army court martial for assaulting two Swedish diplomats and others at a December party. Pvt. Lawson R. Davis of Lexington North Carolina received 10 years, and Pvt. Sanford E. Shackleford of Newport Kentucky received five years. The pair were accused of triggering a near riot in a local restaurant after Scandinavian diplomatic mission members and guests attempted to leave the event.

Tory Japan U.P Lawson R. Davis Lexington Sanford E. Shackleford Newport Davis Shackleford Insremar

Hoboes' King-Elect Says Taft-Hartley Hinders Picketing

Jeff Davis, crowned leader of the nation’s hoboes, told the Central Labor Council in rurland Oregon that the Taft-Hartley law obstructs hiring for pickets. He said the act forces pickets to reveal their legal interest in strikes, cutting them out of spare time work opportunities.

Rurtland Ore U.P Jeff Davis Central Labor Council Davis

To Preach at Two Services

Dr. J. Howard Williams of Dallas will preach at First Baptist Church in two services at 11 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. He will teach the Gideon Bible Class at 9:45 a.m. in the main auditorium. The Gideon Class, long taught by Ted Ferguson, was started by Williams during his tenure as local pastor. Williams is now executive secretary of the Baptist General Convention of Texas.

J. Howard Williams Dallas First Baptist Church Williams Gideon Bible Gideon Ted Ferguson Baptist General Convention of Texas Oklahoma Brownie Leaders Club Cathedral Hall D. G. Holtz Vernon Crawford Leo Brauer King’s Cottage R. E* Kelly J. R. Rushmer J. G. Eckel I. L. Peffley Mark Oliver R. F.gwyn Ramey McAlister Leland Brown First Christian Church Taylor Irvin Peffley

Wing Scouts Join Girls at Tradewind Airport Tour

Newly organized Wing Scouts visited Tradewind Airport on a tour of a Beech Bonanza and Piper Cub. They sat in the cockpit and learned aviation basics aimed at future air hostesses mechanics and weather staff. Next meeting is Thursday at the YWCA with talk on highway rescue by Glen Peterson.

Pegge Defenbaugh Tradewind Bob Siler YWCA Lincoln Glen Peterson Texas Highway Patrol Brownie Troop Margaret Wills School Bill Patching L. D. Wirt West Tenth O. F. Roberts Will Rogers School Betty Jean Stephens Betty Sue Miller Lynette Mask Wanda Liles Linda Worthen Frances Eubanks Betty Armstrong Sharon Tyler la Rae Moore Paulline Sharp Scilla Sharp Loul Miller Cne Sanborn School H. L. Scott Holts

Texas Legislature Voted Ransom for Comanche Prisoner in 1854

The Texas Legislature voted five thousand dollars to ransom a Comanche captive held by Mrs Wilson, later freed by Pueblo Indians and freed by the New Mexico governor. the payment was never made. The article notes broader illicit trading with Mexican traders and other famous captives like Ann Parker and Sully Rangers.

Texas Wilson Walter Gann

Streicher noted as Nazi leader in biographical critique

The piece labels Julius Streicher as a key Nazi figure and describes his alleged cruelty and brutality. It includes astrological interpretations and cautions readers against overreaching in palm readings while remarking on his fate by hanging. It also reports hospital financials and policy yardsticks in Potter County.

Julius Streich Streicher Venus Luna s. Th_Enterprises

Northwest Hospital Financial Report Details 1949 Operations

Northwest Texas Hospital served nearly 10 000 patients in 1949 at a cost of 702 500 while billed 746 257 and collected 666 433. The year ended with a cash operating deficit of 36 066, down from 78 598 in 1948. Staff reported 3 537 surgeries, 1 106 major cases, 205 deaths with 19 DOA, and 246 957 meals served at 45 to 51 cents each.

Northwest Texas Hospital Board of Managers C. F. Fielden, Jr

Claim Skull Connects Humans to Apes, Dart Says

Prof. R. A. Dart, Wiwatersend University dean, claims a prehistoric infant skull from Taung links humans to apes. He said the 1,000,000 year old find fills the gap between advanced apes and primitive man and cites his 1924 Taungs Makapansgat fossil discoveries.

Brisbane Australia U.P R.A. Dart Dart Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry Wiwatersend University Johannesburg South Africa Australian Army Medical Corps Taungs Makapansgat Taung

Italian labor unions form anti communist front

The Italian Federation of Labor and the Free Federation of Labor decided to unite to create an independent labor front. The move aims to counter Communist influence in Naples and across Italy, reflecting a major shift in postwar labor politics.

Talian Labor Naples Italy Italian Federation of Labor FIL Free Federation of Labor LCGIL

Seasonal Layoffs Push Unemployment to Postwar Peak

Unemployment rose to 4,480,000 in mid January, flagged by officials as largely seasonal. Jan 14 jobless rose 991,000 from Dec 10, with total civilian labor force at 61,427,000 and 56,947,000 employed. Dec 10 figures showed 58,556,000 at work of a 62,045,000 labor force.

Washington U.P Census Bureau

Dailey Circus Boss Injured in Wreck

Circus owner Ben Davenport of Gonzales Texas was seriously hurt in a Hugo Oklahoma auto crash Sunday. He spent a restful night in a Hugo hospital and his condition appeared slightly better today. Davenport owns the Dailey Brothers circus which had its cars collide head on in Hugo injuring five people.

Hugo, Okla U.P Ocircus Ben Davenport Gonzales Tex Hugo Davenport Hugo Davenport Dailey Brothers Circus O ‘Uskeea Okla

Arms valued at 180000 dollars given to Dutch Reformed Church mission

A donation of arms valued at 180000 dollars was allocated to a native mission operated by the Dutch Reformed Church. The transfer highlights ongoing support for indigenous communities through church missions and raises questions about provenance and use.

Dutch Reformed Church

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