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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1945
Page
11
Numerous short sale notices and personal ads list items and services including radios furniture bicycles and a Buick sedanette with contact numbers and locations. A lost black coin purse near Polk and 1 8th is offered with a reward.
A colorfully described sky event near Pantex was labeled iridescent by witnesses, with earlier reports distinguishing corona and rainbow as related phenomena. The account notes Webster definitions for corona rainbow and iridescent and ends with humorous remarks about gold or ration stamps at ends of rainbows.
Wartime shortages delay local phone installations as Southwestern Bell officials report 2400 residents waiting, some since two years. Relief expected by end of 1945 with priority to longest-waiting cases and essential wartime needs. callers urged not to inquire until service becomes available.
Amarillo Gas Company and affiliates honor 785 years of service for 51 employees with blue and gold pins showing years served and a Blue Flame emblem. 20, 15, 10 and 5 year pins awarded. some staff on leave receive pins for later presentation. A planned banquet was canceled due to travel and food shortages.
The article explains a new ruling by the U S attorney general requiring discharged servicemen to exchange their khaki navy blue and forest green uniforms for civilian attire upon returning home. Previously the military allowed up to 90 days of wear before civil authorities could intervene as noted by Commander Herb Willey of the Disabled American Veterans chapter.
Amarillo Kiwanis clubs pledge ongoing wartime service under new international president Hamilton Holt of Macon Georgia. Holt succeeds Ben Dean of Chicago and notes 2300 clubs in the United States and Canada will back wartime activities while continuing local efforts including the Victory Bond Flight contest.
Mrs. Walter T. Peterson of 2033 Ong left today for St. Louis to meet her husband, St. Peterson, who has just completed training in Columbus, Ohio.
Amusement Calendar lists Paramount showing Murder He Says with Fred MacMurray Helen Walker and Marijorie Main. State presents China Sky with Randolph Scott and Ruth Warrick. Capitol features The Keys of the Kingdom with Gregory Peck. Rialto showcases Rhythm Roundup with Ken Curtis Cheryl Walker and Bob Wills and his Texas Playboys.
A report notes petroleum has been discovered on every continent, indicating widespread natural resource presence. The finding underscores global energy prospects and potential economic impact across regions and industries.
A roundup of upcoming screen offerings features Leon with Three of a Kind starring Billie Rosenbloom and June Ang. Star with The Merry Monahans starring Donald O’Connor and Peggy Ryan. Victory with Hollywood Canteen featuring an all star cast. Texas with Keep Your Powder Dry starring Lana Turner Laraine Day and Susan Peters. Liberty with Range Law headlined by John.
Mr and Mrs Witt Springer at 2809 Lipscomb host three days guests Cpl Johnny Allen stationed Las Vegas Nevada and Sgt Billy G Hill stationed at Hondo Army Air Field for a short visit.
The clipping lists film showings and entertainment acts including Mr. Lucky with Cary Grant, Brazil with Tito Guitar and Virginia Bruce, Crime School with Humphrey Bogart and the Dead End Kids, Girl Rush with Wally Brown Frances Langford and Vera Vague. It also notes Rex Dance showings and weekly bands at several venues.
Night spots Aviatrix open each night with Carlton Scales band playing dance tunes. The Nat operates nightly except for unspecified days.
A six to eleven o clock lineup across KFDA KGNC and NBC CBS CBS network shows. Listings cover Ted Husing Raymond Gram Swing Ginny Simms Lum and Abner Alan Young Show Guy Lombardo Orchestra and more with morning to late night programs and multiple station options.
A compact roundup notes weather events including wind and fire incidents, an automotive accident and related surety bond postings. The items highlight public safety alerts and insurance or compensation filings tied to the incidents and obligations.
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