21 Apr 1950
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1950
Page
1
The article warns of growing illegal gambling and its vast take of 10 to 20 billion dollars annually. It notes protection payments to public officials, corruption of government, and influence on legitimate businesses. Some officials, including Mayor O Dwyer, urge legalizing gambling, but the piece argues only a federal nationwide crackdown can curb the crime.
The article explains that real purchasing power remains near a constant level while nominal prices rise. It uses historical dollar values from 1930 to 1939 and notes that 1932 had high dollar value when prices were low, meaning merchandise was closer to standard value despite low prices. It compares dollars earned per hour across decades.
The University of California faces professor resistance to a loyalty oath. Faculty argue that mandatory oath singling them out implies disloyalty and protest what they call unfair tactics, insisting they would comply if all citizens faced similar requirements.
The piece argues the United States repeats exposure in volatile regions. Berlin Korea and allied areas are cited as highly risky zones where U S defenses would strain. Russian actions are described as provocative and designed to provoke responses.
Editorial briefs frame the Iowa senatorial contest as a choice between pro and anti Brannan plan positions. The coal industry faces rising production versus falling consumption, risking price drops or government control. Officials may be tasked with sustaining the coal sector over time.
A fragmentary verse contrasts freedom with denial and urges shared joy. It extols both the best and worst in men across creeds and castes. A short aphorism encourages prudent living: start sooner drive slower live longer.
Walnut city readers witnessed three one act comedies by rural youth at the Walnut auditorium on Monday followed by a sex dance. Casts for The Arrival of Raben For Dad's Sake and Foxey Grandma featured local youths from Carson Griswold Avoca Minden Walnut Macedonia and Council Bluffs with noted performers such as Bryce Gehrmann Lenore Turner and Margery Barney. The U S Republican party was formed in 1854.
The Iowa Daily Press Association column lists subscription prices by carrier and mail for regions including Cass and adjoining counties, Iowa, and the United States. Rates cover one year, six months, three months, and one month with varying regional charges.
Drew Pearson argues public opinion shifted since the war and lauds the State Department for sweeping personnel changes under the Acheson regime. He contends McCarthy was late with charges, notes ongoing secrecy concerns, and recalls earlier exposes on Russian espionage and U.S. security breaches.
Kinive-Mr. Carrie Christen and family sail Monday on the liner for Copenhagen to spend three months with relatives and friends. The note warns travelers to take it easy on the road and allow ample time to avoid accidents.
President Alan Valentine argues universities must seek teachers with integrity and social responsibility, not just high competence. He condemns brilliant but morally lax figures at Harvard like Harlow Shapley and Felix Frankfurter, urging alumni to probe academic freedom and push for oversight while defending strong funding for libraries and scholarships.
Colurre prescribes change as Paul L Strickfaden superintendent and coach resigns after five years to accept the post of superintendent of schools at Prescott.
The Audubon Future Farmers of America chapter hosted a soil conservation field day with the soil conservation service on Curtis Davis farm near Audubon. About a thousand farmers attended as six bulldozers and multiple tractors showcased new soil saving methods including ditches, terraces, waterways, and altered fence lines.
Audubon John L Jack Mc Leran has been elected commander of Veterans of Foreign Wars post 4119 succeeding Louis Laur taen. The new officers were installed last week by Post Commander Arnold Jensen. Other officers include Lawrence Bowen senior vice commander Donald Stewart junior vice commander Ralph Jones quarter master Leroy Stone adjutant William Budatz officer of the day Louis Boysen service officer Fred Erdwins chaplain Alva Johnson surgeon Arnold Jensen trustee and Peter H Schmidt sergeant at arms.
Patricia J. Stephens and her husband Robert Stephens appeared in Detroit divorce court after three years of marriage. The judge granted an uncontested divorce as Mrs. Stephens testified her husband had a habit of kissing the dog and patting her on the head before leaving the home.
Harlan The Drake community college presents its final conservation program and exhibit at an all day meeting in the Harlan Baptist church basement Friday April 29 opening at 10 a.m. A luncheon and program follow at noon. Teachers from four counties participate.
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