24 Apr 1939
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1939
Page
1
Notice to subscribers listing delivery options and contact numbers for changes or discontinuations. Includes pricing and mailing details for subscriptions and instructions to call 686-M before 7 o clock if evening delivery is missed.
A editorial urges relief recipients to earn aid through work and laments welfare administration. It argues the nation’s spirit remains strong, that citizens should exercise charitable instincts, and that government relief may have reduced private giving opportunities.
In New York City a dozen boys found a note offering 900 circus tickets. They could have sold them for money but chose honesty, returning the tickets to their rightful owners and sacrificing a trip to the circus for others.
A new Nazi directive forces all German youths into the Hitler Youth, aiming to consolidate control while severing religious influence. Observers warn the move could eradicate faith in the next generation, creating a pagan power that mirrors a dark era in Europe.
The Omaha World-Herald contrasts Nazi and American birthday celebrations, praising humanitarian fundraisers while denouncing militarist showmanship. It notes Tarzan Brown’s Boston Marathon win in 2 hours 28 minutes and a split time of 61 seconds, then reflects on athletes near collapse after the grueling 26 mile race.
Washington reports Attorney General Frank Murphy could lose four aides Brien McMahon Thurman Arnold Gordon Dean and Bob Jackson due to stalled decisions and workload. Arnold may resign. McMahon and Dean will retire to form a law firm. Jackson may return to Jamestown.
Poet Walt Mason jokes about bankers and overdrafts in a humorous verse lampoon. A banker warns of legal pinches while Mason points to banks hoarding cash and industries needing investment, ending with a shopper saying he cannot pay now to buy a rubber tire.
A note advises avoiding the phrase identifying a person as connected with the peace movement. The guidance urges neutral language and precise attribution to prevent implying formal or official ties.
Seven University of Iowa students have filed nomination papers for the Student Publications Inc board. For the one year term the candidates are Paul Wise Boise Idaho Ed Hoag Freeport Indiana and Banford Cochrane Chicago. For the two year term the candidates are Perry Osngwitz Sioux City John Evans North English Don Dodge Oelwein and Ira James Holton Cedar Rapids.
Diary style piece recounts the author’s Providence visit with Mary Jeffry, noting New England’s reconstruction after a devastating hurricane. Highlights include lumber salvage, stump removal, city rebuilding, air talk, Kiwanis event, and library reflections at the John Hay Library. Mentions Gerber Schafer case correspondence and civic observations.
Congressman Ben Jensen hosted Iowans at a Willard Hotel dinner in the nation’s capital. Leaders like Joe Martin, Robert A. Taft, and Clyde M. Reed spoke to several hundred attendees including A. M. Piper, Mrs. Piper, Jack Watson, and Clark Galloway. An item notes Cleveland, Ohio hosting the International League of Hebons and ponders Britt, Iowa’s place. Also mentions an April 8 change prohibiting foreign gold coin mail shipments over $50.
A short quiz asks for the largest continental division, the nickname Old Man Eloquent, the science of plants, the Masters winner at Augusta, the native country of kangaroos, the river to Sacramento, the plural of four in hand, the least populous state, the location of the international date line, and the meaning of a 10 point diamond.
Betty Davis won first overall for speed and third in accuracy at the district typing contest in Corning earning entry to the state typing contest. Charlene Davis, defending Adair county spelling champion, reached Des Moines finals but was eliminated as others remained in line. The senior team placed second in speed and third in accuracy while the junior team led in accuracy and placed second in speed.
The article recounts Bald Speke's 1863 trek to Ujill on Lake Tanganyika and the discovery of Dr. Livies stone by Stanley in 1871. It notes Lt. W. Latteron circumnavigated the southern half in 1874 and Stanley completed the full lake in 1676.
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