Atlantic to News-Telegraph Carrier and Subscription Notes
Courier details describe representation in Des Moines by the Iowa Daily Presse Association News Ghee Eerwer deka W. rg Manager and E. P. special news rep. It lists carrier tenure, Cass and counties service, subscription rates, delivery options, and a request to call before 7 o'clock for address changes or delivery notices.
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Iowa Daily Presse Association
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Jheans Douty
Jensen fights Western lawmakers on hydroelectric funds
Congressman Ben Jensen on the House Appropriations Committee seeks to cut federal hydroelectric development spending in the West. He argues past appropriations were not fully spent and the program carried an 80 million dollar surplus. Western congressmen warn cuts could hurt reelection prospects. The nation would benefit if the funding is reduced as proposed.
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Ben Jensen
House Appropriations Committee
Jensen
Congress
Jengen
Appropriations
Interior’ S Department
Iowa Republicans Face Spending Backlash and Fear of Tax Rise
The piece mockingly notes Republican spending in Iowa, suggesting a budget melt and looming deficits. It argues surpluses will turn negative, forcing tax increases to sustain public programs, and predicts the current sting will fade into name calling and blame.
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Iowa
Menson
Costs of Global Aid and War Risk
The article argues that though global aid is costly, funding now could prevent a future war costing far more. It urges prudent spending to improve living conditions worldwide rather than risk greater expense from conflict.
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United States
Senate
Truman Warns Industry to Cut Prices or Face Action
President Truman pressures industry to reduce prices after OPA collapse and warnings of new wage increases. He cites large profits as evidence of ability to lower prices, notes few sectors have already cut prices, and suggests government action if firms do not act.
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Truman
OPA
Editorial briefs on sports scandals and postwar trials
The piece notes big money fuels sports scandals and crime, cites German war criminals on trial, and critiques a local merchant who received interest-free bond after overpaying taxes, highlighting taxpayer outrage and government delay.
Roosevelt FDR and Truman Compared In Foreign Policy
Drew Pearson argues Roosevelt failed to confront aggressors early, while Truman’s tougher stand against Russia is historically sharper. He cites 1937 Japan, 1936 German moves, and isolationist pressure, praising Truman's stance and urging goodwill toward Russians while supporting Greece and Turkey aid.
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Drew Pearson
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Russia
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Tramas
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Bell Syndicate, Inc
Just FOLKS by Edgar A. Guest
A poem warning that ill temper ruins judgment and ruins the man. It argues the calm, patient, thoughtful person remains fit for problems and keeps his temper, while rage destroys reason and strength.
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Just Folks
Edgar A. Guest
Pair Held for Investigation After Fraudulent Taxi Fare
In Council Bluffs a man identifying as Anthony G. Hughes, 25, Randolph, and his companion Lowell N. Doss, 22, Hancock, were held by police for investigation. Taxicab driver Harold Schickner reported Hughes paid a $6 fare with a check signed under a different name.
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Randolph
Lowell N. Doss
Hancock
Harold Schickner
Madison Avenue
Hughes
Washingtons tall lawmakers and housing policy debates
In Washington, Rep Ben Jensen faces headaches from housing unit sales plans for FPHA housing built for war workers. Jensen backs selling to veterans on a forty five year amortization, while others like Iman Wolcott and Dillon Myer favor different approaches. The piece also notes tall figures and a Cairo delegation headed by Henry Talle examining international issues.
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Appropriations Subcommittee
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Iman Wolcott
House Banking and Currency Committee
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Oslo
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CAT AND THE CANARIES
Fragmentary column notes political travel and a quote from a secretary about Easter recess travels to Iowa. It references Senator Wilson, Representative LeCompte, and a Washington comment on President Taft, plus a spur of unrelated fish market chatter and a request for mailed reprints.
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George Hesselroad
Senator Wilson
War and wanderings in a private column echoing 1861
The writer recalls the start of a major war with a Richmond Virginia claim about Edmund Ruffin firing the first shot at Fort Sumter, then shifts to musings on peace and global unity. Personal notes mention Lillian Seale, Mia Baird, Crosby Gage, John Oliver, and Mrs Vincent, among others, interwoven with reflections on travel and dogs.
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Edmund Ruffin
Virginia
Mia
Thomas Baird
Kankakee
Florida
Jacksonville
Baird
Crosby Galge
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Peekskill
N. Y
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Hastings
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N. J
Kidd
Lookin Around WwAD S Lookin Around WwAD S
A reader reports Phyllis Armstrong’s new glasses led to a series of mishaps including mis-entering a car and a fall in a mud puddle. Also noted are lighthearted local items about Joe Pogge’s gas station tank dig, a labor strike’s playful moments at the telephone office, and a resident’s joke about committee appointments.
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Phyllis Armstrong
Phyllis
Joe Pogge
Joe
Andrews sisters rise from early struggles to top act status
Hollywood recalls the Andrews sisters who faced a harsh start with a $50 Yiddish song contract and six months of little work. After their breakthrough with Beer Barrel Polka they built a solid career, now earning theaters salaries between $10,000 and $15,000 weekly plus a share of profits, and continue to tour successfully.
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Hollywood
Andrews
Deéea
Pat
Satory
New Pastor Appointed at Avoca First Congregational Church
The Rev. A. J. Goodgan has assumed duties as pastor of the First Congregational Church in Avoca. He previously served as pastor at a church in Foulintoaction and several in Montana, following the departure of Rev. Ivan Bachtell several months ago.
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A. J. Goodgan
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