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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1940
Page
22
The snippet lists the Globe-News Publishing Company address at 600 Fillmore Street in Amarillo Texas and credits Gene Howe as president and John McCarty as something akin to publisher. It notes post office classification under the act of March 30 1875.
Air power experts warn that a rapid fleet expansion is costly and slow, while future warfare points to air fleets as decisive. Germany's plans for mass air production threaten Britain and France, raising questions about spending on battleships vs air fleets and the postwar balance of power.
A 1940 political chronicle traces Wendell Willkie's ascent from radio debates to major party contender. From early mentions by Krock and Lawrence to Fortune magazine ties, Willkie builds momentum with speeches, fundraising from volunteers, and Gallup polling.
In Manhattan crowds tease Skinnay Ennis about having only one lung after Bob Hope joked about his health for 80 weeks. Ennis laughs it off, noting his real name Edgar and the origin of Skinney. Public dancing on Central Park greens draws thousands to WPA music and late teens are barred after dark. Outdoor bowling, popular with Walter Huston and Raymond Massey, at Fair venues mirrors indoor play. Swanky Frank hotdog stands and their dime prices round out city summer amusements.
In Elspeth City, Gusty Gair and Francie vie for a movie talent scout ticket promising a Hollywood broadcast. Francie fears losing Gusty as she confronts romance, ambition, and a pushy aunt while Mr. Weston counsels realism about show business.
The text argues that the Axis would need permanent martial law to subdue Britain and then hold a conquered Europe, describing blitzkrieg as minor next to unifying an entire continent. It suggests Hitler’s postwar terms may be no easier than coercive rule and foresees a prolonged, uncertain campaign lasting years.
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