20 Apr 1956
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1956
Page
1
A cautious stance is urged toward the Soviet Union noting its past and present leaders. The author argues for dealing with Russia to avoid war while warning to remain vigilant against deceit and double crossing as relations continue. The piece emphasizes balance between engagement and caution for world peace.
The administration plans action for farmers despite past farm bill failures. Congress votes funds for a data bank program with immediate payments. If drought continues, the land bank plan and crop insurance plus surplus corn distribution to feeders may ease the crisis.
The article traces Estes and Adlai Stevenson trading leads across states like New Jersey Minnesota Wisconsin and California as the race swings. It notes volatility in the Democratic contest and hints that a different candidate may emerge at the convention while the GOP retains broad support despite belt opposition efforts.
A reader recalls a man who found a large, dull book in a shop and mailed copies to his friends. The gag sparked comments about the hoax and the reference to certain individuals, with playful skepticism about the joke’s reception.
Chicago reports the Milwaukee Railroad will discontinue the Midwest Hiawatha streamliner on the Chicago to Sioux Falls route. Daytime passenger service between Chicago Omaha Sioux City and Sioux Falls is abandoned, while overnight sleeping cars and coaches remain on the Milwaukee Road route.
The Atlantic News-Telegraph lists subscription rates for various durations and regions. Rates shown include one month to one year options for Cass and adjoining counties, nearby Iowa, and U S destinations including Canada, with differing prices per period. It notes publication details and editor contact references.
Congressman Moss blasts Washington newsmen for self censorship and retaliation fears as he reports on overseas reporting pressures and a golf course incident involving President Eisenhower. He notes White House secrecy and recalls the March 22 UP release being killed by Jim Hagerty.
The Iowa Conservation Committee approved four watershed projects Harmony Chippesa Simpson Creek and Rocky Branch Creek for federal aid. Frank Mendel Iowa conservationist said the goal is to complete watershed protection where individual farmers cannot act alone. The state committee had disapproved several preliminary applications and requested adjustments as about 60 watersheds move through the process.
Dr Spaeth told a Des Moines dinner that people without talent should try music for pleasure. He cited guidance to amateurs and praised clubs offering a range of activities from tennis to baseball as beneficial social outlets.
A poem about weeds overrunning a garden after meticulous preparation. The speaker contrasts manual effort with the inexplicable comeuppance of weeds thriving without cost. The piece comments on gardening frustration and the whimsical idea that weeds flourish regardless of effort.
Column argues labor unions wield vast power with potential racketeering risks and calls for voluntary reform or legal intervention. It contends leadership shapes union conduct, praises rank and file decency, and notes the Riesel case highlights threats to journalists and the public interest.
A column praises Riesels for tackling a repugnant topic and advocating clean unionism. It argues for a labor leader to confront racketeering in U.S. unions, noting British unions face less racketeering and inviting public officials to act.
The Mitchellville State Training School for Girls may cut farm staff after a state audit. The 1954 and 1955 farm losses totaled 621 and 5037 dollars respectively, with four farm workers paid 11207 dollars in fiscal 1955. The 175 acre farm had 30 acres corn and 37 acres oats.
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