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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1948
Page
8
The Amarillo Globe masthead lists publication details and staff including Gene Howe as President and Publisher Paul Allingham as Editor in Chief and Grady Camp as General Manager The notice also shows subscription rates and publishing schedule for the Globe News Publishing Co printed in Amarillo Texas with ties to The Amarillo Daily News.
A satirical critique of government printing costs and the NASCC’s involvement. It notes 55 million dollars spent annually on publishing, 40 thousand reports yearly, and multiple printing offices across cities. The author jokes that stopping the printing would not harm daily life or a mother's knowledge of feeding babies.
The Tri State Fair closed on Saturday night with strong finances and ample funds for next year. It showcased a wide livestock and agricultural display and provided entertaining acts such as the Tom Moore show and an all girl rodeo. Congratulations go to President Jay Taylor, his board, and the Chamber of Commerce for a very successful event.
Paul Gallico argues superstition is a natural relic from ancient times, citing Cleveland pitcher Gene Bearden who kept a lucky woolen undershirt. He notes personal charms and amulets may help belief or performance, yet stresses modern players can succeed without such talismans.
A pocket magazine sketch describes ghost writers who supply speeches and legal briefs for clients. Marvin Jackson, a Manhattan writer with notable clients, is profiled as one of these unseen figures shaping courtroom and political rhetoric.
The piece warns of a Soviet plan to propose evacuating all occupation troops from Germany. It notes a pro Russian militia in the eastern zone and argues Western powers should preempt with a UN inspected free elections and disarmament conditions. It discusses Berlin blockade, Marshall Plan effects, and the strategic aim to curb Soviet influence.
A local speaker analyzes whether Potter County needs a separate juvenile jail. He cites monthly juvenile jail figures for girls and boys, noting ages from 10 to 17, with higher boy counts in spring and out-of-school months. He mentions one probation officer, population context, and urges constructive action.
Puzzle grid lists many numbered across and down clues including fashion terms and languages. The reader sees typical crossword hints with abbreviations and partial words as in a puzzle page.
A breezy feature warns that ambitious girls face a choice between athletic stardom and dating teenage boys. It notes men favor physical prowess but urges players to balance fun with ambition, advising lighter competition for casual players.
A dramatic exchange centers on a stated plan to become governor and veto extradition of a rival if they remain within the state. The claim hinges on the governor’s power to sign papers, indicating a constitutional dispute and political maneuvering.
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