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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1946
Page
19
A stylish Amarillo dwelling showcases all-round planning and eye catching exterior beauty. The interior features three good sized bedrooms with a central bathroom and a notably large living room emphasizing privacy in sleeping quarters.
Amarillo builders report a new low in weekly permits with only two large permits issued since Monday. Yesterday's repairs totaled about 2800 dollars while A. E. McBride and Mr. and Mrs. Otho Wakefield completed larger residences valued at 5000 and 8000 dollars. A builder notes material shortages and tight finances as the cause for slowed activity.
Members of the Amarillo Gold Sox joined the Optimist Club for a Tex Muncy led sports program at the Mexican Inn luncheon. Visiting civic club committeemen included John Peterson Jim Farwell and Dr FE W Cain with other guests Jackson Harold Roach Charles Odell George Points and Paul Hamrick. Tom Fletcher named Matt Hudson chairman of August entertainment. other committee members Essex Hendrix John Vertreese and Walter Nussbaum. The note adds a desert origin tale about ostrich heads seemingly buried in sand.
The piece argues the United States proposal for an international atomic development authority would curb sovereignty and aid world peace, while the Soviet Union resists. It notes Russia’s young government and heightened secrecy to shield itself and Moscow-controlled states, implying USSR lacks openness due to its recent revolution and constant threats. It also mentions U S Delegation shifts to Gromyko and the UN framework with veto preserved, forecasting continued debate and possible compromise. A later note reports a Navy survey showing students learn 35 percent more and remember material 55 percent longer with movies and recordings.
Amarillo Army Air Field will open to the public on August 1 to mark Air Force Day, the thirty ninth anniversary of the Army Air Forces. An afternoon air show will feature formation flying and low altitude maneuvers by Army aircraft, with a morning display of field based bomber and fighter planes many having seen combat in the war.
The United States ranks first among all countries in egg production, reflecting strong poultry industry growth and large-scale farming operations. Analysts note continued expansion in demand and export potential while facing concerns over sustainability and animal welfare.
A local entertainment snippet lists film titles with casts including Robert Donat Deborah Kerr Ruth Nelson and Loren Tindall. It also notes several nightclubs like MAYFAIR NAT TASCOLA AVIATRIX RAINBOW GARDENS and MEXICAN INN with bands, dancing, and dining nightly and details on opening days and performers.
A calendar of film showings lists Paramount presenting Without Reservations with Claudette Colbert and John Wayne. Dark Corner at STATE with Lucille Ball. Go West Young Lady at CAPITOL with Penny Singleton Glenn Ford Ann Miller and Bob Wills. Thunder Town at RIALTO with Bob Steele Syd Saylor Leon. Roughly Speaking with Rosa Lind Russell Jack Carson. Along the Navajo Trail at STAR with Roy Rogers Trigger. Sing Your Way Home with Jack Haley Mary McGuire. The Caribbean Mystery at REX with James Dunn Sheila Ryan. Melody Ranch with Gene Autry Jimmy Durante. Vacation From Marriage at TEXAS.
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