08 Apr 1949
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1949
Page
1
The piece argues for 22.4 million in state aid to Iowa schools, asserting funds will raise efficiency beyond prior levels. It praises public schooling as key to national future and enduring dividends in happier living and a stronger state and nation.
The article argues that Truman’s election pledges and program are aging behind, with no repeal of Taft Hartley and doubts about inflation powers and a four billion dollar tax rise. It notes failures on lesser promises and congressional rejection of key nominees, forecasting limited admin congress cooperation ahead.
A writer argues the United States must supply arms to Korea to defend democracy against communism. The piece contends Berlin and Korea show risky entanglements and criticizes planning that led to being drawn into hopeless traps. It urges lessons to avoid future crises while the U S acts to support allies.
The piece notes farmers begin spring work locally by counting vacant city parking spots. Economists see prices stabilizing after a small downturn. It quips about soil smell fading when turned by a spade and cites a mock poll favoring men as more polite in a men’s club. Roger Babson urges tax relief through Congress.
By Edgar A. Guest the poem speaks to fathers about shaping boys into men. It argues fatherhood begins with daily care and instruction from infancy, guiding with example and advice as boys grow. The piece emphasizes responsibility, patience, and steady example as the Lord’s trust in fathers.
Poem excerpt reflects on fathers guiding their sons and shaping character through continuous effort. It emphasizes duty, discipline, and lasting impact beyond external praise. Edgar A. Guest.
Sheriff Homer Todd reports three safe robberies in Mt Ayr. Loot totals include 150 dollars from Home Hardware, 50 dollars from McNieley Drug, and 40 dollars from Price Food Market. No suspects named.
Minnie McDonald wins $800 damages after 16 sheep die in dog attack. The district court action names Elvin Albert Case and alleges three of his dogs caused the deaths.
A period notice listing publication logistics including pricing by carrier and mail, evenings paper schedule, and membership affiliations with Iowa Daily Press Association Iowa Press Association and National Editorial Association. It outlines subscription rates by region including Atlantic Iowa Cass and adjoining counties U S Canada and Canada postage.
A travelogue from an aviation journey describing high altitude flight comfort through pressurized cabins, Texas spring scenery around Houston and River Oaks, azaleas and wisteria, plus a stop at San Jacinto battleground near the Texan naval ship. Admiral John McKeown guides the author aboard the Texans, recalling past Caribbean maneuvers and notes on mail delays at Yonkers versus home.
Adair resident Allen T. Golden died at his Canoga Park home Friday. Funeral services were held there Monday. his brother from Adair was unable to attend.
Vice President Barkley told the cabinet the Truman program is in better shape than public reads and will see passage on housing aid education reciprocal trade school health. He warned on Taft Hartley civil rights and minimum wage bills and said a tax bill is unlikely this session.
Anita J A Wagner a longtime Anita businessman now retired celebrated his eighty first birthday April 5 at the Clinton home of his son Roscoe where greetings came from relatives and friends. He built a life in Anita including founding an oil station in 1921 and operating a restaurant and produce business before retiring after 50 years. His five sons hold prominent positions in Clinton Toledo and Bridgeport and Graceville Minnesota.
Anita Community Bible church pastor LaRoy Anderson attended a Moody Bible Institute alumni gathering in Des Moines Iowa. Dr P B Fitzwater led the event at Grandview Park Baptist Church with music by the focal talent. Harold Barber of Anita accompanied the pastor to the Des Moines meeting.
The Atlantic fire prevention bureau warns more than 200 fires daily stem from electrical defects and faulty installations. Overloaded circuits, worn extension cords, unapproved devices, and coins in fuses are cited as hazards that require immediate correction and professional help.
The commerce department warns U S citizens about false job offers in Latin America designed to collect employment fees. Officials said the scam surfaced recently and urges scrutiny of overseas employment solicitations.
Community Holy Week services run at local churches each night at 7:30 starting Sunday with the Christian church hosting Rev A O Kenyon. Tuesday features Cass County chorus at Congregational church under John Bell. Thursday at Methodist Rev Deassie Masker preaches and Holy Communion. Good Friday at Methodist Rev Kenyon speaks. Saturday 2:30 Easter egg hunt. Easter Sunday sunrise service at 6 a.m. candlelight and pancake event at 7:30.
Church schedules the annual Easter service with a sermon by the pastor following a 10 o clock breakfast and a 11 o clock church school session.
The Rockefeller Center in New York City hosts the world’s largest restaurant, serving more than 10 tons of food daily. The vast operation highlights the center’s capacity to feed massive crowds through continuous production and service.
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