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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1947
Page
11
Amarillo police resume issuing courtesy visitor cards to out-of-town drivers who violate traffic rules. The card invites visitors to ask questions, notes the ticketed violation and warns it is for public safety. Violations listed include parking over limit and red light or stop sign infractions.
Two years after the Iwo Jima assault Marines landed on the heavily fortified island to begin a pivotal Pacific campaign. The Fifth Amphibious Corps and its two divisions marked a decisive victory as airfields were secured and Tokyo was targeted, leading to Japan's eventual surrender.
Texas celebrated its 101st birthday as a state today. The piece notes the 1846 transfer of power from Anson Jones to Governor J Pinckney Henderson and the republic flag becoming the state flag beside the U S flag, amid ongoing debates about the true date of statehood.
Mrs. Cecil Starnes was killed when her car apparently left the road while returning to her Mullin home from Goldthwaite. The crash occurred yesterday and the circumstances were under investigation.
Loyie Hudson and Dick Collins earned excellent ratings in the public speaking contest held during the Denver conference. Also from Amarillo High School, Sara Wescoat Vernon Decker joined Louie and Dick in six debate competitions, contributing to four wins for the local entrants.
The earliest recorded telegraph message asked What hath God wrought signaling the start of long distance communication. The phrase marks a historic milestone in 1844 marking Morse and Vail's achievement.
Fort Worth officials backed a campaign to raise 4000 to purchase mates for zoo animals that live alone. The plan targets spinsters and bachelors including the zoo's lone male African antelope and the hyena and the pigtail monkey, aiming for broader animal companionship.
Overwork and poor nutrition can weaken red blood cells leading to fatigue. Medical authorities claim SSS Tonic builds up low blood strength and improves digestion, appetite, sleep, and energy, with millions of bottles sold and available at drug stores.
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