28 Apr 1941
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1941
Page
1
The News Telegraph lists subscription prices for various U S and Canada mail plans and Atlantic carrier options. It also provides a delivery reminder with a contact number and instructions to call before 7 pm for evening paper delivery and to notify the office for changes or discontinuations.
A wartime reflection on 2500 London children leaving for safety and a father's remark that there are no tears left. The piece contemplates profound grief, separation, and lasting scars on families and a generation, arguing that such emotional exhaustion signals deep national trauma beyond even victory.
The article notes food prices in 1945 show only modest movement compared with prewar years with an index around 118 for 1910 14 basis. It argues stabilization is crucial for defense policy as uneven price shifts threaten labor disputes farmer hardships and consumer welfare.
As Nazi forces tighten across Europe Britain maintains a blockade and air defense while the Royal Navy guards vital Atlantic routes. The article argues the next major clash will be a potential German invasion of Britain, with London and the empire ready to resist and possibly secure a British victory.
The piece cites a chinch bug threat near Cass and surrounding counties urging farmers to prepare. It also warns that a looming coal strike could slow steel industry vital to defense, arguing the government must halt the strike despite consequences for miners and owners.
Washington reports Churchill told Commons lack of U S tanks and planes delayed Greece aid. He said American production and lend lease were slow while U S officials faced criticism at home. The piece notes Greece and Athens officials awaited promised support and cites censors and press releases.
Charles R Driscoll recounts sights in New York including a striking garden at Rocke en Seller Center under Gardener van den Hoek, a radio bird concert, a piano listening dog, and encounters with old friends. He observes barges laden with crushed granite, a sinking barge midstream near the Jersey shore, and reflections on H G Wells and a controversial book All Aboard for Ararat.
This Week In Local History recounts post convention observations and community notes from Cass County. It mentions sobriety during the event, travels of Bloom Coward and Bob Flynn to Des Moines, and various local happenings including weighings at a hardware store, a new picket fence, and the Reform club officers with Jennie Barnett secretary and Jennie Norton organist among others.
A brief item notes a common error in phrasing about setting or seating. It cites a quote asking if someone will sit or set down and reet in older usage, reflecting dialect variations in language practice.
Atlantic IA April 27 1941 Dear Editor expresses opposition to entering World War II and claims a propaganda blitz aims to push the United States into war. The writer recounts front line service, criticizes Allied rearming delays, and urges focusing on Western Hemisphere defenses to avoid Kraut aggression.
Denison Parrott, Atlantic youth and Coast Guard member at Juneau Alaska, has taken a three acre homestead at Ketchikan with his parents reporting the move. His 30 day furlough from the 1800 ton ship Cedar was cut short by a recall on April 19 after 18 months of a 3 year enlistment. The Cedar crew numbers 75.
Milford Nebraska awaits the opening of a state trades school in the $300000 Old Soldiers and Sailors home. Machinery is being installed and 75 men are enrolled for the first class scheduled to convene Thursday for refresher courses.
Poet recalls a stint among famous people and prefers the plain joys of everyday labor. He finds earnest conversation scarce with the glam crowd, while artisans share home life and simple struggles, offering real fellowship and grounding.
A reader is urged to try ten questions on the page seven quiz. Questions cover population gender balance in the United States, warmth of undergarments, the first cross channel aviator, African capital, Arthurian lineage, river race winner, Andrew Johnson impeachment outcome, Yugoslav leadership change, national death records, and the composer of The Lost Chord.
A terse warning urges drivers to dim headlights when meeting oncoming vehicles to avert hundreds of serious accidents. The message emphasizes safe driving and reduced glare from high beams in traffic. Oriented toward public road safety.
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