10 Apr 1950
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1950
Page
1
The piece argues that balancing the economy is hard across sectors. It recalls past moves to push older workers out to free jobs for youths and now to reemploy them to curb pension costs. It notes price floors causing surpluses and US trade policy obstructing foreign sales, making the overall program hard to restore to balance.
The piece notes how returning college students bring lively chatter and activity, while parents relive youth. It recalls late nights and early morning bustle, the paradox of books promised for study that often stay unused, and the renewed effort of older residents to stay connected with the younger generation.
The argument contends that federal debt limits fail to constrain spending, citing past removals of limits as precedent. It asserts only budget cuts and waste elimination can prevent rising debt, warning current limits achieve nothing. The piece then notes Iowa’s unusually capricious spring weather with high winds dust storms heat waves and variable conditions.
The Red Cross Gray Ladies plan daily group visits to Iowa state mental institutions, starting with Clarinda and expanding to Woodward Independence Mt. Pleasant Glenwood and Cherokee. Volunteers from local chapters will run recreation programs and therapy supervision with staff guidance, aiming to cover all six institutions.
A light verse recalling a grandson recounting his grandpa’s stories of Ty Cobb. The speaker notes how merit may show in simple memories and a fatherly figure’s praise for the famed baseball star. The poem centers on shared memories and the credibility of a grandfather’s word.
Des Moines- Gibson C Holliday announces his candidacy for the Democratic nomination to run for U S representative from Iowa fifth district. He aims to unseat Republican Paul Cunningham and will face Gordon Winlock Drake University professor in the nomination race.
The Atlantic News Telegraph lists publication timing evenings except Sundays and provides subscription rates by carrier and mail. Rates vary by region with prices for Cass County, surrounding areas, Iowa, U S outside Iowa, and Canada, plus editor and office contact notes.
Drew Pearson reports senators plan to pressure Truman over the Kerr Natural Gas bill and cotton peanut acreage. GOP confidence grows as agriculture debates widen and political maneuvering intensifies before November elections.
Dr Guy Jones of Audubon severely injured in a jeep collision east of Audubon March 19 returns home from Carroll hospital in a wheelchair for a month then crutches six months later. Robert McCutcheon of Genoa Kansas will take over the practice June 1 leasing it for a year after earning his degree May 28 and serving 44 months in the air corps.
Gladys Holland daughter of Mr and Mrs Jens Holland will graduate from Iowa State Teachers College Cedar Falls in August and has signed to teach second grade in Newton schools next year.
The new sit or stand bingo game by Lingstrom drew police raids and a gambling house charge. Municipal Judge Ardell dismissed the case and warned legality remains uncertain. County Attorney Jackson will seek guidance from the town attorney on an appeal to the state supreme court.
A report notes a pedestrian walking against traffic on an open highway. Authorities advise caution and urge runners and walkers to use designated paths and crossings for safety.
A reader letter attacks Senator Tydings for not curbing Joseph McCarthy, praising McCarthy's substance and urging a formal, systematic inquiry into the State Department. The writer cites Harold Ware, Amerasia, and China policy, urging cooperation with OSS and FBI to expose espionage and policy failures.
Senator McCarthy says he will name a mystery witness who will testify that Owen Lattimore is or was a communist. He plans to subpoena the witness for Thursday hearings as part of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee inquiry into Lattimore. The exchange followed remarks by Rep. Dingell accusing GOP leaders of backing McCarthy to target Truman.
A short antiquated note asserts dedication to serving the nation and its people first, stressing that the author will be recognized as an American first. The message emphasizes patriotism and personal pledge.
McCarthy sent a telegram to Acheson from New York signaling a new angle on the Latimore case. Washington aides released the text while McCarthy’s side avoided further elaboration. The question remains whether this phrase points to testimony he expects from witnesses upon his return to Washington.
Four year old Julie Andrea Cloutier disappeared after warnings to stay away from the well outside her home. Searchers found her body in water inside the 20-foot well after two days of digging. sheriff cites a slam shut of the cover.
Avoca-Wanda Chandler, a Avoca-Wanda high school graduate, performed as a soloist with the Omaha Civic chorus on a television show last week. She will appear again as a soloist on April 13 without the chorus.
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