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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1947
Page
14
Paul Gallico discusses the One-Punch or Cafe-Society Fight as a national issue noting performances by Johnny Meyer Col. L. S. McPhail Frank Sinatra and other local figures. The piece argues for rethinking aims rules and theories of self defense taught to the young.
Billy Rose recalls a surreal encounter with Major Timothy Morgan in his office. Morgan recounts a 1917 tale from a Macon GA midway show, involving a malleable nose, a flea circus Barker, a gambler Bertie Minder, and a rash of aspirin and whiskey as part of a hazy confession.
A reminiscence blends a molasses sneezer tale from a Yankee season with theatrical memories and a spoofed guide to social success. The narrator recalls Morgan with quirks, Minder’s intrigue, and half- remembered baseball glory, then pivots to satirical rules for punching and public attention.
Idaho senator Glen Taylor rode to the Capitol steps in a rodeo costume to describe a nationwide peace tour. He defends speaking for peace while critics question whether his actions align with his past praise of Russia and oppose war.
An oration on the passing of a great ruler and the cost of liberty. It contemplates renunciation, the fading age, and the rise of a new equality among a people once ruled by masters. The author extolls noble character, enduring duty, and the sacred bond between freedom and responsibility.
A humorous reminiscence about the turmoil of raising a daughter at home. The narrator describes a televised phone call, a tantrum, and a ruined supper as the daughter’s mood shifts from crying to complaint about allowance and car purchase. The piece ends with a plea to sympathize with parents raising daughters.
A compact clue list for a crossword grid with horizontal and vertical entries. Includes definitions for motion picture producer, realm, crimean river, sea eagle, compass points, angers and loves, and common crossword terms such as redaction and expunges. Details show multiple entry lengths and cross references.
Earl L. Virden and his wife Roselle were overcome by gas fumes at their home on 813 Virginia. Roselle was discharged from Northwest Texas Hospital while Earl remains hospitalized but improved. The couple, married only two weeks, were aided by attendants as doctors monitor Earl’s condition.
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