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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1945
Page
1
Atlantic News Telegraph informs readers that if papers are not received by evening they can call before 7 o clock at telephone 1867 1 for delivery. Changes of address discontinuations or other notices should go to the office, not the carrier.
Opinion piece argues rationing in the United States reflects distribution challenges rather than shortages. It cites 1945 and 1949 per capita consumption data for dairy fats meats fruits and vegetables, comparing U S and Canada to question myths of Canadian abundance and to defend ongoing U S distribution controls.
The piece argues for shipping surplus European war equipment to Asia to bolster China against Japan. It cites China’s readiness to fight with proper guns planes and tanks and questions leaving European equipment behind or relying solely on American troops. It favors supplying allies who can carry part of the burden.
The piece argues labor seeks security through a guaranteed annual wage or other measures. It contends a good worker deserves freedom from fear of layoffs and factory closures and supports establishing any system that ensures a steady living wage. It emphasizes broad support from right-minded people for labor security.
Washington reports say the house food study committee led by Rep Clinton Anderson will announce relaxations in slaughtering rules and allow more state inspector authority. Chester Bowles plans to raise live hog prices from 12.50 to 13.00 with a 14.75 ceiling through September 1946, amid broader talks with top war food and army officials.
Iowa lawmakers debate a retirement system for all public employees with Gov Blue praising progress. House discuss costs and funding while a psych hospital expansion bill falters. A World War II veteran is named a delegate, a wives tribute, and lobbying visuals appear as adjournment looms amid a cold snap.
Des Mouines Clarence E. Elson, 68, custodian at the county juvenile home, died Monday from heart trouble after becoming excited over a minor fire in a chicken brooder house, according to Polk County officials.
A New York column blends a morning woodpecker saga with reflections on patience and perseverance. The narrator compares the bird pecking a metal drain pipe to stubborn people chasing unlikely goals, then notes Rockefeller Center shrub plantings and charity reuse of flowers. The piece also touches Quaker reports and memory anecdotes from Kansas.
A reflective verse piece examines hate as the venom shaping minds and actions. The poem questions how hate blinds reason, provokes cruelty, and repeats conflict across nations religions and classes, echoing postwar anxieties.
Mussena-Aden Wickey purchased the residence where he lives from J. W. Lake and plans improvements after the war. Theodore Madsen closed a deal with Oren Sullivan for a residence formerly owned by Mrs. Leona Brown and will improve and rent the property.
Glenn J. Talbott, president of the North Dakota Farmers Union, announced a plan to collect half a million red ration points. The points will buy meat and butter from civilian reserves for starving Europeans. Local unions will forward points to state headquarters for UNRRA aid. The plan aims to show delegates at the upcoming San Francisco conference that citizens will support postwar peace and assist other nations.
Audubon high school entered five entries in the Manton Briday and Saturday prelim contest. The mixed chorus Shirley Harry flute solo Lucille Christensen marimba solo led to first place. Bill Fries clarinet solo Lucille Christensen pans solo earned second. Accompanists included Lucille Christensen Shirley Hare Marjorie Kester and Mrs. Katherine Curtis. Winners advance to the state contest April 27-28 at Storm Lake or Creston. Other schools were Denison Harlan Carroll Manning and Coon Rapids.
The first class of 68 senior cadet nurses has entered Mayo General Hospital at Galesburg to complete six months of military hospital service. An additional 102 cadets will report there April 15 as part of the U S Public Health Service nurse corps. The senior cadet program spans essential nursing fields with nearly half choosing military service as reported. Cadets come from several Midwestern states including Iowa.
The EM Horn Telephone Company board meeting on Monday announced Miss Edel Hansen’s resignation after many years in the operator role. The public will miss her courtesy and service.
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