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Newspaper
Amarillo Globe
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1944
Page
8
The Amarillo Globe-News, published by The Globe-News Publishing Co., lists Howe as President and Publisher, with McCarty as Assistant Publisher and Izard as Editor-in-Chief. It notes February 20, 1924 as its founding date and second class matter status.
A wartime era reflection laments a spike in traffic accidents from speeding and running stop signs. The piece urges individual drivers to slow down, yield right of way, signal turns, and check behind before pulling out, stressing personal responsibility over harsher laws. It quotes Walter Hudson of the London Architects Institute and Lt General Somervell on duty and discipline.
Public response to a proposal for universal military training shows division over compulsory service. Paul Mallon argues a citizen reserve and tech-driven force are essential, criticizing 17-year-olds conscription and urging focus on skilled professionals to build an effective postwar Army.
Ernie Pyle explains home misperceptions of North Africa and Tunisia. He notes green American troops face seasoned foes and a longer fight, with casualties, convalescence in England, and delays before clearing Africa. He critiques Franco-Alg and Axis sympathizers, warning of a lengthy, tough campaign ahead. He cites French ambivalence and a soft policy toward enemies.
George Gallup reports Roosevelt has gained four points among CIO members since June while dropping one among AFL members. Dewey leads among CIO and AFL voters, with turnout crucial to Democratic gains. Labor leaders push to mobilize the union vote in November.
A dated recap links 1929 France claims a 1773 debt from the United States of 226000 dollars while Clinton L. Bardo accuses William B. Shearer of meddling in Geneva talks. Lindbergh completes a 7000 mile South America leg in Miami and Hauptman is held in the Lindbergh kidnapping case.
Puzzle clues presented in two columns with hints for across and down entries. Some entries reference names such as Anne Morrow and various abbreviations and common words across themes.
A feature describes cowboys on screen with flamboyant attire and powerful horses while a rustler payroll is hinted at. Ellery Queen notes a death by poisoning, with Dr Willoughby confirming the fact. The excerpt ends with a cliffhanger as the plot continues.
In a fragmentary page, witnesses discuss a Route 16 incident involving Jim Haight. Dialogue shows tension as the Chief and Mr Smith discuss past events. Jim Haight is referenced while Dakin and others reflect, with Smith questioned about being a writer.
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