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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1936
Page
4
The Globe declares itself an independent democratic newspaper while examining states rights politics. It contrasts Democratic and Republican stances, noting regional loyalty and localism as core American values. It argues state units emerged as centers of democratic thought and progressive movements, warning against reactionary co optation of this tradition.
A columnist argues that proposing a federal power increase risks expanding government jobs and entrenched spoils politics. He notes the need to curb political patronage before any permanent power grab and praises a push for civil service standards akin to the military.
The National League of Women Voters plans a single plank urging abolition of the spoils system and adoption of a merit based civil service across federal state and local offices. About 250000 signers in 47 states and D C support the effort aiming to limit party platforms to concrete reform. The plank seeks exemptions to classified service and tighter rules on recruitment retention and promotion, and repeal of discriminatory laws.
Insider chatter ties RFC Chairman Jesse Jones to a PWA loans drive aimed at control of grants and city funding. The plan drew Ickes and Hopkins into a feud while Roosevelt faced pressure to back a revolving fund using RIC money.
Gail Everett wins a costume design prize then travels to New York to seek work at Madame Lizette's exclusive shop. Tense work dynamics emerge with temperamental Lizette and wary peers including Derek Hargreaves and Natalie Preston as Gail faces a pivotal dress assignment for Lucille Travers.
Jack Norworth known as bMS Mala Fanela is described as a busy performer and executive with the Colombian Steamship Co. He also wins amateur photography prizes and recently completed a 26 week commercial program he wrote and starred in, marking a prolific period in his career.
Dwight Deere Wiman dominates New York theater production praised for his taste and bankroll. The piece surveys Wiman’s hits and industry peers including John Hay Whitney, Withrop Ames, Lynn Fontanne, Alfred Lunt, and notable hecklers, vaudeville beginnings, and Norworth’s career and marriage.
The Quebec citadel on the St Lawrence headland rises 393 feet above the river. Built in 1823 at a cost of 35 million dollars it recalls Samuel de Champlain and early colonial wars with Indians and French defenders. The fortress, seen on Canada’s 12 cent stamp first issued in 1930, ties to Wolfe’s assault and British capture.
Farmer Brown's Boy quietly stalks in Laughing Brook, discovers Reddy Fox asleep in a sunlit pine grove, and gently confirms the trap by finding the fox resting with surprise. Blacky the Crow and kin scatter as the quiet observer smiles at the fox’s unalerted state.
A quirky, offbeat fragment blends a summer shore scene with playful dog imagery. The text contrasts a rich color reference with a digressive note and ends with a fond reflection on a puppy’s clumsy, heartwarming antics.
A crossword style clue set listing many across and down items. Includes references to a plant pictured, its produce, and related terms such as unoccupied dry measure and various plant derivatives. Contains clues for across and vertical entries with indications of word lengths and themes.
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