Amarillo Globe 1924 publication details and staff
The Amarillo Globe issue notes February 26 1924 publication as second class matter with a February 20 1924 entry date. It lists staff including Gene Howe president and publisher James Rountt? assistant publisher and W. H. Searl? editor in chief and a department telephone line.
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Amarillo
Texas
Globe-News Publishing Co
Pilterines
S Ae
Gene How
Jounty
Wwusseard
Telephone
Dance Night in Amarillo Promotes Safe Youth Fun
A letter from Polk Street Professor praises a recent Amarillo High School Gymnasium dance with about 300 attendees. It commends orderly, liquor free, alcohol free event featuring well behaved youth and argues for more such venues to curb bad influences and provide engaging recreation.
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FOR Youngsters
Amarillo High School
Amarillo
Polk Street
Mayor La Guardia Advises Against Wrapped Parcels
New York's mayor urges residents during paper shortages to avoid carrying wrapped parcels as a patriotic measure. He praises cooperative effort and suggests carrying goods unwrapped, noting the risk of mob violence if a shopper attempts to hide items like Scotch amid eager crowds.
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New York
la Guardia
No Labor Draft Sparks Senate House Division Debate
A week after President Roosevelt urged a civilian draft bill, House leaders show no support and expect no serious action unless a manpower or strike emergency arises. The public reaction ranges from cautious endorsements to strong opposition, with critics warning the plan would erode individual rights and favor state control over civilian life.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Barkley
House
Mallon
Pacific Coast
Austin
Congress
Ohvie
Ards
Trucks Crowd Roads From Naples
In Italy Ernie Pyle reports that Allied supply convoys fill all northbound highways from Naples day and night. British and American trucks race through at high speeds with lighting into the combat area, the macadam roads worn thin by continuous use and traffic.
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Ernie Pyle
Italy
Naples
Night on the Pantex line reveals wartime puddling toil
A wartime memoir recounts working the graveyard shift at the Pantex Ordnance Plant. The narrator describes puddling TNT, passing quality checks, and the dangers of bomb production. She notes interactions with Goettsch and foreman Carpenter, the toll on bodies, and reflections on the Italian front and roadside signs.
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Pantex Ordnance Plant
Goettsch
N. J. Carpenter
Pantex
L. C. Cobb
Sam
Europe
Band Plays For Lieutenant Home Fronts Here And There
A sleepless Amarillo resident counted more planes overhead than Amarillo's Fourth War Loan could finance for propellers. A nervous Army Air Field near Amarillo saw the band play as Lt Arnold arrived, mistaken for Gen Arnold. WACs may wear wedding gowns, and Amarillo WACs have a puppy named Zombie.
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Amarillo
Army Air
General Arnold
Army Air Forces
Army
Arnold
C. O
WAC
Washington
Wacs
Amarillo Field
Today's Puzzle Answers Across and Down
The page lists a themed crossword with clues and numbers for across and down entries. It provides hints like devices ancient tools and words such as leaven and sun god, guiding puzzle solvers through a grid filled with biographical and linguistic references.
World War II quotes on peace and warfare
A compilation of remarks from wartime leaders and officers noting the persistence of global conflict and the moral aims of war. Included are statements by Charles E. Wilson, Kimeachi Yamamoto, Lord Halifax, and Capt. Charles R. Edwards reflecting on peace, truth, and combat conditions.
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Charles E. Wilson
WPB
Kimeachi Yamamoto
Tap
Occupied
Asia
Polk Street Professor Pupils and Flowered Hairstyles
A light note on high school students and their fashion. Writers seek rhymes for tune and moon with goon as a playful aside. The piece praises flowers and hair ornaments, though notes rare cases where flower arrangements look odd, yet remain a minority.
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