12 Apr 1952
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1952
Page
1
The piece argues for a national primary to replace conventions in selecting party candidates. It notes that the current caucus and convention system dilutes local wishes by the time nominees reach the national stage, and asserts a primary would align candidate choice with the people's will. It emphasizes bringing government closer to citizens.
The piece argues that an executive order to seize steel mills risks undemocratic government by bypassing constitutional law. It questions legality, cites potential court challenges, and warns the move could set a precedent enabling broader industry control and possible dictatorship.
The Cass County Conservation group plans to plant multiflora roses across the county to provide cover for game birds. A planter has been purchased this year to ease setup, with one helper available and support from the Soil Conservation Service.
April 15 marks the New Jersey primary in the Taft Eisenhower Republican battle. Taft, blocked from removing his name by the governor and political machine, withdrew but the uproar spurs his allies to push for votes. A strong showing could hurt Eisenhower. a weak one would meet expectations.
A column notes petty schemes of dodging street meters with coins hidden in cars. It recounts a dog intrusion story and a tale of amusement at Ella's restaurant in Matehalltown. Clyde Jones lost a pocketbook and rewarded finders. a truck fire yielded a $500 reward for returning it.
Corporal Freddie L. Clark, 23, of Cincinnati, will be rotated from Keren and arrive in Washington on Sunday for a two day leave. He will be met at the military air transport service terminal by his parents, Mr and Mrs Frederick P. L. Clark, and his fiancée Miss Barbara Kent of Indianapolis.
The Atlantic News Telegraph lists publication details including editors F D Simpson and the News-Telegraph Pub Corp. Rates for subscriptions by carrier and mail vary by location and duration, with different prices for Cass and adjoining counties, statewide Iowa, U S including Canada, and outside Iowa.
Drew Pearson argues Truman combined courage with corruption, praising his foreign policy while condemning public relations missteps and appointing mediocre or corrupt aides. The piece credits Truman with major moves against communism but warns loyalty to friends undermines policy.
A short poem notes lilacs and cherry blossoms in bloom signaling the season. It contrasts natural beauty with human wrongdoing driven by greed or lust for power.
Audubon Joln Burkhart was elected fire chief of the Audubon Volpeteer Fire Department at a Thursday meeting in Memories bustling. He succeeds Chief Martin Keuffeian. Re elected were Alva Johnson as secretary and Charles Johnson as treasurer.
Audubon gopher cleanup meeting postponed from Wednesday to Monday per Audubon county extension director David Fenle. Reminder: do not drive if you have been drinking.
The air force may ground over 1,000 officers this fiscal year with a small mutiny of six at Randolph air force base in San Antonio. Lt. James G. Bristol from Harlan Iowa faces disobedience charges while the others leave flying status for medical, proficiency, or fitness reasons. The six have protested since April 1 and officials cite ongoing investigations with limited details.
The piece links Passover and Easter to the eternal rhythm of life and liberty. It argues faith endures through war, politics, and famine, and that liberty is a divine endowment resisting tyranny, with a closing note on cancer as a major death cause per the American Cancer Society.
Babson argues Truman withdrawal boosts pro capital investment stance amid unemployment in Detroit and New Bedford. He notes defense jobs rising, current wage gains, and forecasts for engineering pay, college grads, and a cautious savings push as the political pendulum shifts away from communism.
Elk Horn new mayor Dr. J P Jorgensen assumed office on Monday along with council members Dr G E Larsen and Herbert J Hansen. Retiring members Feder K Peersen and Delbert Resmussen left the council. Paul K Hansen was reappointed town clerk. In Kimballton James Nelson remained mayor and Leonard Steen and Howard Juel joined the council succeeding Dewey Kuiken and Emil Vithen. Norman Nort hy named town clerk.
Flood refugees spread across three evacuation centers in Sioux City totaling about 200 people. Adults face a long wait before returning to damaged homes while children adapt with games in the new high school gym. The Barkleys of South Sioux City and the Rewipseys of Sioux City are among the largest families sheltered. A nursery school operates for evacuees at Sioux City High School.
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