21 Apr 1924
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1924
Page
1
A column discusses subscriber notices for the News-Telegraph and rate cards, then shifts to a long editorial on rumor, libel law, and public confidence in banking. It notes the risks of circulating false stories about banks, legal penalties for libel, and the impact of rumor on business and community stability.
Describes a group weighing steps to stabilize the business situation while emphasizing the desire to avoid legal trouble. Highlights the balance between prudent action and legal compliance as key concerns for those involved.
A candid editorial attacks Senator Brookhart of Town and Senator Wheeler of Montana as malcontents undermining public trust. It accuses them of chasing fame, deceiving voters, and steering probes for personal gain while harming farmers. The piece predicts their political demise within a decade.
A fragmented verse piece shows a public figure accused of disgrace and a chorus of pessimism about government. Pete Peppermint, a country clerk, figures in underhand work and is accused of theft, provoking futility and public doubt. The speaker defends himself with brusque language and reflection on record.
A fragmented Washington letter outlines internal GOP tensions around leadership, resignations, and campaign strategy. It notes Coolidge and Adams split on Denby and Daugherty matters, mentions Lemon Wheeler's probe, and previews large female delegate presence at the New York convention with several notable figures arranging for arrivals and roles.
A satirical monologue mocks public officials and officials duties with a rambling list of names and roles. It lampoons government and corruption while praising a fictional figure who holds sway over dead matters. The piece ends noting the igfovernment's as wood as wheat and calls for patient endurance.
The text suggests that if there is not sufficient time for individual ear tests, a general test should be applied by selecting one or two kernels from each ear. It recommends conducting an individual ear test whenever possible, arguing that discarding a single bad ear can save many bushels of corn.
Farm Bureau News cautions farmers to verify seed corn germination before planting. While most early picked seed tested at the farm bureau office germinates satisfactorily, some lots did not, possibly due to seed corn handling after fly selection last fall.
Ottumwa reports the Iowa American Legion to hold its sixth convention plus Forty and Eight parade August 25 26 27 with extensive city preparations. A golf tournament and district meetings are planned. Other towns note activities including memorial tables at Sac City and a campaign for the poppy emblem in Des Moines.
Des Moines April 21 Representative Ontjes Grundy county prepared to press a plan to let the state enter gasoline and oil business to curb unlawful combinations and price gouging The measure would allow the executive council to buy and sell gasoline fuel oil and coal at cost plus handling expenses and be added to house file 14 after initial rejection. Iowa City Looks at Glasses and Style As a factor in appearance an optometrist says rubber tired frames are favored by many students and business men who seek looks over vision.
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