03 Sep 1942
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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1942
Page
1
Weather forecast calls for a brighter Friday as a persistent cold snap ends. Jack King reports Janet Gaynor Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce arrive on the 16th for a gala at the auditorium with free admission for September bond or stamp buyers.
A jumble of reader letters, pop psychology quips, and social musings covers vanity, marriage, names, and preferences. It mentions Simon Lake's submarine claim, fashion, and a cross eyed cat with a tail wag, plus anecdotes on birth timing and astrologic female dynamics.
The American Steel and Wire Co freight er Steelyonder foundered about 15 miles east of Manitou Island in Lake Superior. Of the 25 crew members, 24 were rescued by nearby vessels. Coast Guard in Cleveland reported the incident.
Dear Tack seeks a dairy helper couple or a man and wife with small family. A good house with gas water and electricity will be furnished and milk provided. Wages are offered. A reader notice also asks for a bulldog owner to claim a lost pet at 413 West 7th Ave or 6819. A kitten 5 weeks old seeks a good home at 2503 Fillmore Street or Call 2-1887.
Hollywood critics say most war films boost American cockiness and mock the enemy, urging English makers as models for truthful war morale. The column notes a few exceptions and cites industry reforms at RKO under Charles Koerner to cut waste and boost production.
Lieutenant George R. Hatch led a group to camouflage foxholes at Camp Wolters. He warned to mix holes with nature but accidentally exposed one when he wandered through a well camouflaged area. The lighthearted wartime scene showcases quick field improvisation.
The office of price administration said it would file federal court actions in 18 cities against more than 190 meat packers and wholesale distributors for price ceiling violations on beef and veal. Cases focus on upgrading and general overcharging.
Senator Gurney of South Dakota urged immediate drafting of youths aged 18 and 19 in the Senate. Senator Bilbo of Mississippi protested saying the idea of sending tender boys into combat is abhorrent to him.
The piece recalls Wong skipping a set to film a screen bit that boosted her fame. It notes Mounting fake romance headlines around Mary Brian and the Italy auto accident hoax about Jeanette MacDonald. It also covers Edna Mae Oliver's parents’ deaths and her fortune teller visits, plus Phil Regan recalling a $25 loan repaid with a cheeky note from a grateful actor friend after seeing his latest film.
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