11 Apr 1952
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 14 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1952
Page
1
Observers warn the Missouri River may cut a new channel near Blair bridge and back into an old channel at Onawa, potentially leaving Blair bridge without water support and turning dry land near another bridge into riverbed. The piece reflects on historic floods and the river’s immense power.
The New York Times outlines fluoridation benefits reducing dental decay in children and cites support from Public Health Service and dental bodies. It notes a proposed NYC plant at about $800,000 annually and asserts fluoridation poses no health or industrial issues in towns with controlled use.
The article argues for a quick settlement in Korea, proposing airfield questions be decided by excluding Russia as inspectors and allowing Koreans to build airfields. It warns prisoner repatriation is the main obstacle and urges avoiding traitorous actions that would harm UN standing in Asia.
In 1951, 13 780 people died in speed related crashes, 8 100 for driving on the wrong side, and 2 960 from reckless driving. Pedestrian fatalities totaled 3 530 crossing streets, 1 200 at signalless crossings, and 1 360 along rural roads. Ages 18 to 24 accounted for 21.8 percent, while ages 26 to 64 caused 70.3 percent of all deaths.
Town hosts 25 communists, down 15 from last year, with claims the issue is overhyped in Iowa. A source hints justice department cleanup could implicate top officials. Senator Taft gains delegates in Illinois, about 48, building a bloc for the national convention.
Anista P. W. and B. C. Callish sold several acres a mile west of town to W. E. Young and Jack Reed of Extra. They plan to build a modern livestock sales barn on the site soon. Do not drive if you drink.
The Atlantic News-Telegraph lists subscription prices for mail and carrier delivery. Rates vary by location, with specific yearly, half yearly, quarterly, and monthly options for Cass and adjoining counties, elsewhere in Iowa, the U S, and Canada. Includes office and editor contact details and association memberships.
Dan Bolich, former No. 2 internal revenue official, admitted poverty claims amid secret cross-examination. He testified privately about spending, routine nonprosecution considerations in the Patullo Model case, and his resignation, while public sessions raised questions on his finances and connections to Carl Routzahn.
Poem reflecting on tulips and human conflict, contrasting peace in nature with human strife. The verse envisions flowers coexisting, wonders if people will share harmony. Includes a safety note urging careful driving and time management to avoid speeding.
Willie Mays, star center fielder for the New York Giants, lost his appeal for a dependency deferment. He must report for induction on May 17. Alabama director James T. Johnson cited that Mays does not meet hardship criteria despite being primary support for multiple relatives.
The American Cancer Society recommends that women over 35 receive a complete physical examination twice yearly.
A King Features column critiques the Voice of America plan to lease purchase up to 600000 square feet of New York office space with 30000 square feet of double height studios. It questions rationale, cost, and long term government efficiency amid broader postwar federal waste concerns. The piece mocks Washington bureaucrats and laments slow postal service while predicting continued inefficiency until the 1953 administration change.
Pvt. Donald L. Curry of Massena was named outstanding trainee after eight weeks of basic infantry training at Fort Leonard Wood. He received a formal citation from Lt. Col. Conway D. Keeling and was congratulated by Brig. Gen. Prudue at the graduation parade on March 29. Curry now trains at Fort Leonard Wood and is listed at U.S. 55208799 Co. B 76th Armored Medical Bn CCC 6th Armored Div. Fort Leonard Wood Mo. Previously employed at a local bank.
Tokyo dispatch reports North Korea's Red radio asserts Americans and South Koreans tortured and killed prisoners of war. It quotes a Korean private first class named Kim Chin Soo as saying prisoners face brutal torture until they reveal military information.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.