27 Apr 1950
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1950
Page
1
The author argues against using machine guns to confront a planned march of East German Communist youths in Berlin. They doubt the march aims to terrorize, suggest police methods could deter without escalation, and warn that firing would aid Russian aims and martyr the youths. The piece calls for steering the event into a peaceful, controlled parade to avoid inflaming tensions.
The author argues graduates face wartime employment as the nation moves toward conflict. He condemns heated congressional rhetoric and calls on the people to pressure Congress for calm, warning that without action many spring graduates will be forced into military or related jobs. The piece urges peace and responsible leadership.
A prominent gambler testified under oath that commercialized gambling does not breed crime while critics cite grafting police and deadly gang clashes in gambling hubs. The president's ex-pal Maragon faced a mixed verdict, guilty on minor counts but acquitted on key charges.
Des Moines reports sixteen members of the new Iowa Safety Congress governing body were chosen by a special 11 member committee. Nine more join via divisional chairmanships, with Gov Beardsley to name the 26th member and the board electing the 27th as secretary.
A listing of individuals and affiliations across Iowa covers Fred Fisher and Des Moines farming, J Russell Cedar Rapids aviation, Frank Nye creating at Cedar Rapids, Mrs Lavrien Spencer home, Bechtold West Des Moines industry, Murray Russell Newton recreation, Schmidt Eldora school, Roach Plainfield traffic, and Crowley Des Moines trucking.
Postmaster Russell Ramsey says Audubon will have one residential delivery per day with two business district deliveries except Saturdays. Parcel post moves to mornings in business district and afternoons in residential areas. Star route mail to Audubon leaves at 4 40 pm, Carroll mail arrives 4 30 pm, last dispatch 4 45 pm. all mail must be in by 4 30 pm.
The notice lists publication details for the Atlantic News-Telegraph including editors and offices, carrier and mail subscription rates by region, and membership associations. It specifies filing with the post office as a second class matter and provides pricing for Iowa and U S subscriptions.
Drew Pearson surveys Florida campaign for Claude Pepper and George Smathers, noting a GOP Democratic battle with heavy press influence. He compares Smathers to Dewey, Pepper to Truman, and cites policies on housing, Social Security, and labor. Smathers’ letters show shifting loyalties and a bid shaped by national Republican money.
A lengthy reminiscence arguing the nature of the Communist conspiracy with categories of participants. The writer cites 1917 events in Russia, references Budenz and Lattimore, and touches on the Institute of Pacific Relations and Alger Hiss. The letter emphasizes understanding varied roles within conspiracies and urges investigation of the Chinese Lobby.
A letter discusses regard for Lattimore as a communist influence within the Daily Worker network and links to the Amerasia case. It notes Budeng's instruction to follow Lattimore and questions personal knowledge of Latti. The fragment mentions a truck driver, Merlin LeRoy Barcus, and an emergency brake before a delivery near Hull's house.
A runaway moving van smashed into the porch of Robert Hulling’s Des Moines residence on Wednesday. No injuries were reported.
Anieal Bear elephant and other famous wild animals once starred under the big top are listed among the notable displays at Yale Universitys Peabody Museum highlighting their circus era fame.
The notices specify collection boxes in the business district at 7 30 a m and 4 pm daily.
President Truman will undertake a cross country tour next month with eight major speeches and about 50 off the cuff talks from his private railroad car. White House officials released a completed itinerary noting possible revisions and a May 7 to May 16 schedule. Psittacosis is a parrot disease or fever communicable to man.
A tribute poem highlighting a lifelong willingness to help. The speaker recalls a person who always answers with I'll be there in any situation from early to late, never claiming lack of time, and urging prompt readiness to assist family and others. The piece underscores dependable duty and selfless contribution.
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