13 Apr 1950
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1950
Page
1
The piece argues Truman, in a fifth year as president, has grown overconfident and stubborn, slowing government efficiency. It cites foreign, labor, spending, and subsidy issues, plus aging policies, as major challenges demanding his attention. The author contends weaker advisers worsen his troubles and he becomes more unpopular with time.
The piece discusses the disappearance of a U S plane with ten aboard and the possibility it was shot down by Russians. It argues that such near confrontation risks war yet the U S will remain firm and seek a thorough investigation before any action. It notes public calm but warns of others less able to stay restrained. The contrasts highlight tense peace efforts and mutual caution.
The piece questions the secrecy of McCarthy's witnesses and documents and contends that proof should be as public as charges. It argues US China policy blame may be misattributed to communists and notes many candidates entering the fall campaign.
The new Exira city council named officers and committees at city hall. Appointments include streets and alleys Jerry Firmerty chair man Roy Anciaux sewer and sanitation Howard McCall chair man Leo Jacobsen water Fred Nelson chair man Jerry Finnerty parks and dump Roy Anciaux chair man How ard McCall city hall Leo Jacobsen Fred Nelson. Dr R H Payne appointed city health physician Frank Rasmussen named city attorney. Ronald Spoo new fire chief Will Spoo honorary fire chief. Ray M Andersen re installed as city clerk. A city marshal and night watchmen to be chosen later Raymond Andersen present marshal Chris Kjar night watchman.
Casey-Mr and Mrs Rex Crabb of Guthrie Center bought the home in south Casey once occupied by the Charles W Smith family They will move there and Mr Crabb will join Bassett Bassett in GMC motor trucks sales division Mr and Mrs John McClure traded their jet and building in Casey for the Check Tomlinson residence former John Flynn property and will reside there Tomlinson plans to remodel the new property into a residence Do not drive if you drink.
The Atlantic News Telegraph outlines subscription prices for delivery in town, Cass and neighboring counties, and statewide plus U S and Canada mail rates. It lists monthly and yearly costs for various regions and formats.
Drew Pearson identifies backers fueling Senator McCarthy's anti state department push. The Kuomintang lobby with millions behind Chiang Kai-shek, ex congressman Kersten, Alfred Kohlberg and others are alleged to supply money and influence. The piece ties funds from US relief money to nationalist causes and names figures linked to the lobbying efforts.
Audubon merchants and north Audubon livestock raisers win a six month trial as the Chicago & North Western Railway withdraws planned abandonment of the 197 mile Manning to Audubon branch. Hearing previously set for April 27 before Commissioner Mitchell. Line also serves Gray and has a Ross station.
Estherville Lloyd M. Sampson, operator of the Skyline night club, was fined $500 and given a suspended three month jail term on a liquor violation charge. The charge followed a March 31 raid by a squad including the county attorney, sheriff and state agents. Don't drink if you drive.
A light verse humorously advises husbands to respect their wives hair appointment plans and avoid interrupting for social activities on the wedding day. It ends with a safety note to drive carefully to stay alive tomorrow.
In July 1944 the Pacific Story radio series aired to Pacific regions and troops, promoting Chinese communists. The piece praised Chiang Kai-shek while denouncing the Nationalist government, with Agnes Smedley as a featured speaker. The author urges congressional study of the broadcasts to uncover manipulation and funding sources.
Casey students won five top division ratings at the preliminary state music contest in Panora. Highlights include Jeanne Chambers and Lord Bete in vocal solos alto, Jack Blackmer in tenor solo, the boys quartet, and Bob Warner in piano solo. Additional divisional ratings went to Joan Whetstone first soprano, Carolyn Lee Busch and Janet Kading second soprano solos, and Keith Caltrider tenor solo.
Charles Warner baritone solo Jimmy Rading and Kenneth Rater bass Golay Bill Kidwell cornet Joyce Bowman Shirley Dah piano solos division III winners include Janette Ogle first soprano Bev erly Zimmerline second soprano and the girls sextet Teka yeted on road reel ty of time i for you may oem teach your destination
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