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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1954
Page
1
The piece argues fear does not guarantee peace and warns fear can fuel war as nations confront the power of the hydrogen bomb. It notes past failures of fear to maintain restraint, cites extreme weapons as both deterrent and danger, and says mutual destruction could prevent full-scale conflict.
The article notes local business owners report solid 1954 performance, with nine out of ten saying current business is as good or better than 1953. Bark deposits near all time highs, unemployment not evident, yet an underlying complaint about conditions persists in the region.
Medical experts express strong confidence that polio and cancer will be conquered in the coming years, with heart disease also facing advances. They acknowledge war as the remaining great killer, hoping science will one day end bloody conflicts and extend human life.
The text argues worry over H-bomb fears and cold war risks harms health and sleep. It notes these possibilities may not happen and cannot be prevented by worry, advising realistic awareness without distress over uncertain futures.
A fragmented report notes Russians proposing to join NATO amid alleged aggression fears. The dubious suggestion prompts satire from Bob Wilburn, who quips about a calf filling the butcher's role to picture the scenario.
The piece notes butter consumption fell from 17.2 to 8.6 pounds per person annually between 1939 and 1953 while margarine rose from 2.3 to 8.2 pounds. It observes government purchases reduced surplus and suggests butter prices are falling with limited recovery expected.
The tax cuts effective April 1 target two goals, lower taxes and stimulate business. The reductions amount to about nine percent of the retail price of most items, based on manufacturers’ prices, and are intended to boost purchases in the taxed fields. The federal income from these sources will drop by about one billion dollars.
A poem urging praise and encouragement for the youth who toil in hidden fields. The speaker argues that a kind word from a reader is worth more than material rewards and can strengthen a young worker facing long, hard days. The piece blends a gentle plea for kindness with a reflection on effort and recognition.
Subpoena directing Robert Melveld editor to testify before Clinton County grand jury was filed by county attorney Kerout Go Kruse. The proceedings involve a preliminary grand jury convening Wednesday. The editor and local figures are referenced amid garbled text about testimony and civic matters.
Evening newspaper Atlantic News Telegraph lists editor and office contacts. It notes publication schedule, affiliations, and historical post office entry, then provides varying subscription rates by location and duration for Atlantic, Iowa, the surrounding counties, and national mail orders.
Drew Pearson reports significant conversations between Churchill Stassen and Lord Cherwell about hydrogen and atomic energy. Britain seeks closer US Britain cooperation and may support the American H-bomb program while warning of underwater tests and possible radioactive rain. Hagerty is described as easily spooked by the hydrogen film controversy.
Vernon Burke failed to secure sufficient valid signatures for the Republican nomination for Audubon county recorder. Auditor Donald Hunt said the nominating papers were rejected after some signatures were voided, marking a rare instance of filings being thrown out. Sparrows and related birds are noted as the largest bird family.
The radio drama Last Man Out by Richard English folded after 26 weeks as sponsors balked at controversy. The piece praised ex-Communists who renounce the Kremlin conspiracy and urged American advertisers to back truthful programming despite political risk.
In Manchester Connie A couple ends wedding plans leaving a baker with a $20 cake for 25 guests. He offered it at no cost to the first couple who could produce a wedding license.
Babson argues the first half of 1954 may be fairly good. He stresses psychology in business, impatience driving prices, and predicts future forecasting from mass electrical waves. He cites Kefauver hearings and a 1953 poll showing under 5 percent discouraged, suggesting overall prosperity if optimistic waves persist.
Washington Dr J S Butts assistant chief biologist of the AEC demonstrates an irradiated potato claimed to resist spoilage and serve as a model for eliminating refrigeration. He contrasts it with a companion potato left untreated that deteriorated, as hearings on peace time atomic energy uses explore radiation to preserve a range of foods.
The Cub Scout pack met at the community hall on Tuesday. Mark Smith joined as a new member and earned his bobcat pin. Sid ney Russell received a wolf badge gold arrow point two silver arrow points and a den chief cord. David Cohrs earned a den thief cord and Jerry Rhoads his wolf badge. After two oil shows the group toured the Atlantic Telephone and Telegraph building north of Lewis. There were 42,181 franchised new car dealers in 1954, down from 47,336 before World War II.
A $24 685 damage suit for injuries from an auto crash has been settled out of court for $2,000. Lee Feller, former Audubon repairman, sued Peter H. Schmidt of Audubon after Schmidt’s car overturned on Highway 71 south of Audubon over two years ago. John Mallonee, Schmidt’s attorney, reported the settlement. Puerto Rico is 1750 miles from New York City.
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