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Newspaper
Panama City Pilot
Location
Panama City, Florida, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1941
Page
2
Panama City Pilot consolidated with Lynn Haven Free Press, published weekly by Bay County Publishers Inc. John H. Perry serves as president, William Pinney as managing editor, Braden Ball as publisher, and Tont Veverka as city editor.
George Tucker contrasts Napoleon and Hitler, noting parallels in invasion, army composition, and campaigns toward Moscow and Borodino. He charts Napoleon's 1812 retreat, losses at Berezina, and the eventual 600000 to 100000 survivors, while cautioning that history rarely repeats exactly. A second essay profiles James Montgomery Flagg in New York, describing his appearance, opinions on baseball, and reflections on news, media, and notable figures.
A three year old lad named Frank Young was saved after falling from the municipal pier in St. Andrew’s Bay. William Young, fifteen, is credited for the rescue and may receive a reward. Neighbors and local groups express gratitude as the town strengthens during the Home Defense period.
Claimed by multiple figures including Lord Beaverbrook and President Roosevelt that U.S. bombers are among the best and that national food reserves are essential for emergencies. Dr. G Lloyd Wilson urges shared responsibility for homeland defenses as air threats intensify. Senator Cotton Ed Smith voices constant fear of aerial bombs.
In the town core, The Quarters, a district with mainly rental homes owned by white men, lacks proper sanitation. The traffic at Magnolia avenue and Sixth street is dangerous due to repeat speeding violators, a stop light could prevent accidents and save lives.
Hollywood reporters recall actors who longed to play historic figures. Montague Love, Gilbert Emery, Brandon Hurst and Brian Donlevy chase Washington and Franklin, while Raymond Massey and Glenn Ford draw Lincoln comparisons. Cagney eyes John Paul Jones as studio delays keep projects on hold.
Guidance on proper social usage asks five questions about addressing spouses and widows. It discusses the acceptability of terms like my hubby the old lady the Mrs widow and divorced women in women’s club listings with a focus on respectful titles.
Peter Edson reports on Washington push to aid small business amid defense expansion. committees in House and Senate study the issue, while the Defense Contract Service promotes subcontracting and illume parts of defense production. A new Small Business Unit in the Justice Department will organize complaints, analyze impacts, and coordinate relief efforts for independents squeezed by defense priorities.
Mark R. Bacon of Pasadena California died last night aged 89. A retired industrialist and former congressman from Michigan, Bacon served in public life and was known for his long career in business and politics. He is survived by relatives and friends.
Jim Mallary and Curly Unton plot a dangerous entry into the sunken Sonora to recover cargo while Hammond and Forbes scheme to suppress details. Halloran’s fate and a coast guard trap loom as Jim confronts blackmail and possible 25 thousand dollar stakes.
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