03 Sep 1946
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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1946
Page
1
Moscow reports Stalin praising the Soviet people and armed forces for victory over Japan and for investing the victory in world peace. Pravda and Izvestia lauded Soviet over Germany and Manchuria gains, while Radio Moscow warned against new wars by "International forces" and urged unity.
Three Oakland policemen were injured when a bucking motorcycle kicked into gear as Officer Herbert Soares, 28, tried to start it. The bike rammed up the station steps, toppled Martin Mission, and crashed through a door, injuring Harold Sherbourne.
Elliott Roosevelt recounts his father Franklin D Roosevelt’s belief that a third world war was inevitable if Europe clung to imperialism and the United Nations failed. He urged aid to backward colonies, trustee oversight for France, and a postwar path to independence under UN leadership.
DEWITT MACKENZIE notes that Soviet direct action after World War II shattered Western unity. Once allied against the Axis, Western powers avoided hostility to communism, fostering a false camaraderie. As Moscow expanded influence, Allied conferences grew heated and public reaction soured.
Open questions on democracy and communism in Japan hues the era as General MacArthur insists on adherence to the current course while State Department a Tokyo official denies U S support for communism. A six member U S House Military Committee warns of Russia’s aims and the danger of a Pearl Harbor repetition amid calls for a possible shift in Moscow tactics.
The note accuses U S air activity of infringing Yugoslav sovereignty since August 19, citing 11 bombers, 14 pursuit planes and 7 transports over Yugoslavia. Belgrade says repeated violations threaten relations and demands urgent U S action. A U S note promises a full statement on the dispute and expresses satisfaction at Tito’s new note.
Boston September 3 Gen Dwight D Eisenhower rejected Donald M Nelsons claim that the Army sought to control the national economy He said the Army wants no domination of government or civil authority He stressed civil authority is supreme and urged perseverance for world peace at the Veterans of Foreign Wars convention in Boston The news also noted a call for an international tribunal to try Yugoslavs who shot down American airmen and two other resolutions condemning the Ku Klux Klan and military court martial system.
Mrs. Myrtle Marrs of 2412 North East Eighth won last week’s News Tip contest and a five dollar prize for reporting a fatal plane crash near Higgins in which two Californians died. second prize went to a tragic accident story by Mrs. O E Forsythe of 807 North Seminole and third prize to Patrixie Larsen of 1522 Buchanan for an ice pick found in a tire.
The note to the State Department confirms a protest claiming American aircraft violated Yugoslav airspace. The communication reiterates unauthorized flight charges and asserts ongoing diplomatic concerns regarding air corridors.
New York September 3 stocks suffered one of their sharpest slumps in years as professionals and public brokerage customers returned from a long weekend in a bearish mood. Leading steels motors rails and industrials fell heavily in the forenoon with some recovery later undone by heavy liquidation in the fourth hour. Pivotal issues slid from $1 to over $12 a share as brokers blamed a potential peak in business boom later this year or in 1947 for the renewed decline.
City commissioners meet tonight at 7 30 to open bids on contracts for five deep well turbine pumps. They will also hear second readings on ordinances granting franchises to the Amarillo Bus Company and the Amarillo Traction Company and an ordinance prohibiting parking and repairing motor vehicles in alleys sidewalks or public driveways.
Amarillo and vicinity expect clear nights and mornings with scattered afternoon clouds through today and Wednesday. West Texas sees partly cloudy skies with isolated thunder showers, while New Mexico has partly cloudy daytime conditions and scattered showers or thunderstorms. Highs range from 75 to 85 in the west and 85 to 95 in the east, with a 24 hour high of 85 and low of 63. Neeley Greenhill Lowndes. Insurance Se
About nine thousand Amarillo public school students began back to school with early registration for junior and senior high divisions. Alphabetical sections at multiple campuses started today. student totals may rise slightly above last year’s 11,500. Final registration concludes tomorrow with remaining groups and grammar schools.
A rumor of recent burning of sheets pillows and pianos at Amarillo Army Air Field was denied by Capt. H Gershhon. He said thorough checks found no fires or burned pianos and that burning clothing items can occur as a health measure if directed by field medical authorities.
E A Regal Company operates in real estate and loans offering property sales, mortgage financing, and advisory services. The firm emphasizes customer service, local market knowledge, and tailored lending options.
James C. Petrillo, head of the AFL American Federation of Musicians, threatened to order 50 name bands in chain hotels nationwide off strikes to press New York hotels to meet Local 802 wage demands. The strike has silenced groups at the Astor Roof and Taft Grill and shut music in over 50 New York hotels, with bands from Hilton and Statler hotels in several cities also ordered out. About 3,000 musicians were affected in New York.
Amarillo OPA office clarifies ration stamps 9 10 49 remain valid while 51 becomes valid Sept 1. The note follows earlier Washington guidance that 49 stayed through September and 51 would start Oct 1. The telegram from Fay Curry Jr district rationing executive explains the updated status for households and grocers.
Three psychiatrists informed the state's attorney that William Heirens, 17, the suspected triple slayer, is not psychotic and can cooperate rationally with defense counsel.
One child, Joe Sanchez five, remains in serious condition and is in an iron lung at Northwest Texas Hospital after arriving Sunday. A second polio patient Martha Frankie O Neal four is no longer in danger and may return home with her parents after examination at the West Texas Polio Clinic in Plainview. Additional notes mention local advertising items in the same column.
A dark haired girl rides a merry go round at Polk Street Amusement Park. The ride’s wooden pony rears and knocks the mother over, then re-seats her with a head blow. The operator helps them up and restores the girl to the saddle before the pony bolts, prompting renewed rescues and exclamations.
New York and surrounding rail terminals face a citywide stoppage as the AFL Teamsters strike halts all shipments by Railway Express Agency. About 25,000 drivers and helpers walk out, with unions claiming 100000 idle and A&P trucks held back. Mayor O Dwyer’s plan to raise wages and shorten weeks faces union resistance.
Forecasters expect scattered showers to develop across the Panhandle late in the week after yesterday's limited rain. Only Childress reported moisture in the past 24 hours. Temperatures will rise to about 87 degrees this afternoon.
William Harris Jr a renowned Broadway theatrical producer and member of a famous show business family died yesterday in New York at age 62. His long career included leading productions that shaped modern American theater and earned him enduring recognition within the industry.
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