29 Apr 1940
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1940
Page
1
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New York faces labor racketeering as extortion and illegal practices drive firms to relocate. Businesses suffer under criminal leadership raising wages and prices, forcing many firms to close or retreat. The city seeks to eradicate crime to restore lawful competition and future prospects.
An editorial analyzes Wendell L. Willkie as a rising finish strength in the Republican presidential contest. It praises his willingness to speak plainly, his liberal stance on limited government, and his business background. The piece contrasts his approach with the current administration and argues for solid leadership.
A chaotic overview notes third term prospects as Roosevelt weighs Bob Jackson vs Hull for vice president. It discusses party dynamics, regional loyalties, and predictions about who could win the 1940 ticket, with focus on Jackson’s potential to win diverse blocs. A separate thread covers Carter Glass’s personal marriage musings and political commentaries on Italy and war alignment.
A writer shares daily reads and reflections on fiction and essays from Carl Sandburg to Benjamin Franklin. He mentions medical concerns, a Broadway star’s near death, bread crumb sculpture, and Manhattan’s Third Avenue amid Mayor La Guardia’s urban plans with top dining spots noted.
Daily knowledge quiz asks ten questions on languages art oceans and politics including Brazil language Mona Lisa Hoover home university sun element primary dates and Islay of Man connections. The page invites readers to try answers before turning to page seven for solutions.
A compact note highlights a common error phrase about omitting the the article A guide advises readers to drop the phrase a when starting with consonant sounds to improve clarity and flow
A coastal travel column from San Francisco describ ing a 16th floor apartment at the Alexander Hamilton Hotel with a sun deck and fish pool. It notes city views, local transit bids for ferries and trains, and a weekend trip over the Golden Gate to Santa Cruz and the redwood region.
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