Twelfth Man: Marine Sgt Lloyd Blakewell Talks War and Marriage
Oklahoma City born Marine Sgt Lloyd Blakewell returning from 26 months in the Pacific says he will marry his future wife in Amarillo within weeks. He served at Guadalcanal the Admiralty Islands Leyte and Luzon earning the Navy and Marine Corps Medal and the Bronze Star. He praises Navy medical corpsmen for gallantry and plans to pursue petroleum engineering after the war while his wife works.
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Oklahoma City
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Luzon
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Soldier plans future duty after furlough and fears Japanese mainland
After a 30 day furlough, Sergeant Blakewell will report to San Diego for reassignment. He believes overseas duty may be over for a while but plans to seek foreign duty once forces reach the Japanese mainland, expressing strong feelings about the Japanese.
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Blakewell
San Diego
Admiral King letter to Pantex warns no pause in war effort
Admiral King, commander in chief of the U S Fleet and chief of naval operations, sends a circular from the Navy Department to all civilian workers at Pantex Ordnance Plant. He says as long as a single Japanese threat remains the duty must not pause and praises the fighting men’s will to win unconditional victory. The letter stresses unity of effort to shorten wartime sacrifices.
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Pantex Ordnance Plant
E. J. King
U. S. Fleet
Naval Operations
Admiral King
Navy Department
Washington, D. C
Women of Oshima Islands Carry Children in Tubs on Heads
On the Oshima Islands near Tokyo women balance large tubs on their heads to transport children, a practice noted in regional life. The scene underscores traditional methods of child care and mobility in coastal communities. The observation highlights cultural routines among island residents.
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Oshima Islands
Tokyo
Ten WAC officers assigned to Amarillo Army Air Field
On its third anniversary the Amarillo Army Air Field posts reveal ten Women’s Army Corps officers assigned there. This marks the largest WAC presence at the station with Capt. Dorothy Connaughton directing officers. Lt. Grace Aran leads the detachment. Lt. Myrtle Sperry is squadron adjutant. Lt. Ann Rebek assists as payroll officer. Lt. Susan Sherman handles personnel services, theater, and library duties. Lt. Vivian Stark serves as examiner board recorder. Lt. Celia Cohen assists personal affairs. Lt. Jessie Johnson oversees War Bond work. Lt. Florence Riley manages record administration. Lt. Helen O’Neill is en route awaiting assignment.
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U. S
Women's Army Corps
Amarillo Army Air Field
WAC
Dorothy Connaughton
Grace E. Aran
Purdue University
Myrtle Sperry
Ann Rebek
Susan W. Sherman
Vivian R. Stark
AAF
Aviation Cadet Board
Celia Cohen
Jessie L. Johnson
Florence G. Riley
Helen J. O'Neill
Pigeons Fooled by Spikes at Amarillo Library Door
Amarillo librarian Mrs. Ruth Delzell reports pigeons roosting above the Amarillo Public Library have been discouraged by cemented wire spikes placed around ornamental decorations and the roof ledge. War shortages prevented plaster coating, so spikes were used as a substitute. The feathered visitors have largely left the door area, though past roosts were once described as a “chicken yard.”
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Amarillo
Ruth Delzel
Amaril'o Public Library
Pigeons Push for Permanent Residence in City Area
Not a nuisance, pigeons persist in attempting to establish long term residence in a local area, challenging residents and city services with ongoing presence and concerns.
Want Ads Have a Million Uses One for You NOW
Classified notices showcase versatile uses of want ads with practical examples. Readers are urged to explore creative listings and place their own notices for personal, business, or service needs in the community.
Tromone promises renewed vitality for men
Scientists tout Tromone as a vitamin and hormone blend that may restore zest to middle aged men by addressing a deficiency. The ad claims added years need not block enjoying life and urges following label directions with availability at Cretney's in Amarillo Pampa Borger Clovis Tucumcari and druggists nationwide.
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Cretney’s
Amarillo
Pampa
Borger
Clovis
Tucumcari
America Day Proclaimed in Amarillo by Mayor Jenkins
Mayor Joe A. Jenkins proclaims May 20 as America Day calling churches and civic groups to help new citizens understand their duties and rights. The proclamation lauds foreign-born residents for enriching the nation and notes their service at home and in the military.
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Joe A. Jenkins
Amarillo
Low down thief steals family fat scraps for points
Mrs. John Hill notices extra red points appear in the garbage from discarded fat bits. She begins saving every scrap of fat trimmed from meat and plates, melting it weekly for the salvage can to boost her family points for war effort.
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John Hill
Hill
I Am an American Day Proclaimed May 20 1945
The President designates Sunday May 20 1945 as I Am an American Day to honor American citizenship and recognize those who have attained majority or naturalized during the past year. He calls upon patriots and civic, religious, and educational groups to plan observances on that day.
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United States of America
Worry of FALSE TEETH
Do not be embarrassed by loose false teeth. Sprinkle FASTEETH on plates for comfort and security by holding plates more firmly. No gummy taste or feel. It's alkaline non acid. Get FASTEETH at any drug store.
Dr Kilmer Swamp Root remedy advert claims bladder relief
Famous discovery to ease painful bladder irritation from excess urine acidity. Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root is a herbal preparation that supposedly increases urine flow, relieves backache and fatigue, and reduces nocturnal urination. The ad invites readers to request a free prepaid sample and lists Box 1255 Stamford Connecticut. All druggists sell Swamp Root.
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Department C. Kilmer & Co., Inc
Stamford
Conn
Swamp Root
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