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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1945
Page
8
Historians note gloves date back over three millennia. The article details a covert German campaign of sexual sabotage rejected by the American forces as fabrications, highlighting wartime countermeasures and the exposure of fake rape cases.
In postwar Germany the American Army confronts a wave of fake rape allegations. Investigations show most claims stem from Germans prompting accusations or frauleins seeking leniency. While rape remains a hanging offense, authorities emphasize evidence before punishment.
Several inquiries have been received in the County Agricultural Agent's office regarding bees and apiculture. County agent Art Bralley notes packaged bees are obtainable and urges Amarillo residents to contact the A. and M. Extension Service in College Station for detailed information. Before World War I Bavaria was a monarchy under German rule.
A Wichita Falls aerial gunner testifies that German civilians and prison guards tormented 160 Allied airmen in a three mile gauntlet. He described bayonet wounds, dogs, and forced marches to Kieferhiede in eastern Pomerania as Red Cross packages were seized. Other witnesses corroborate parts of the account.
Captain Conner of the Texas Highway Patrol is promoted from sergeant by order of Homer Garrison Jr. and will lead the Corpus Christi division after exams in Austin. The Amarillo office gains a captain as Conner departs later this month. successor unnamed. Canada doubles steel production since World War II outbreak.
Arrangements were made for the climax of Americanism Day on Sunday featuring a 25 minute broadcast over KGNC at noon. Newly naturalized citizens and foreign born returnees will be on the program with civic leaders noting city wide observances by Amarillo clubs and church recognitions.
A vintage ad touts Black and White Ointment for eczema acne pimples ringworm and other skin miseries with claims of immediate antiseptic action and 25 years of success. Sizes 1c 25c 50c and a refund if not satisfied. Use with good soap daily.
West Nyack residents Mr and Mrs Arthur M Finnessey report their Sickletown Road faucet delivers fuel oil instead of water. The issue began on December 27 and has prompted local inquiries into the malfunctioning supply and possible contamination implications.
The report notes that the exact cause could not be determined. Meanwhile the Finnesey family members are hauling water from neighbors’ homes to meet daily needs.
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