01 Aug 1949
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1949
Page
1
A columnist argues that freedom of speech and the press are foundational to democracy and warns against denying these rights to any group. The piece emphasizes that compromising these freedoms invites further denials and undermines global democracy in the fight against isms.
The author describes weekend anxiety over an upcoming Monday tooth pulling and questions the need to be informed in advance. They admit nerves about the procedure and reflect on fear versus bravery, noting anticipation causes more suffering than the actual event.
Work has begun on the Cass County 4-H grounds with hopes sheds will be ready for the fair. Donations are slow but a 25,000 fund already exists and many more are expected as the project moves forward. The county must not let the young people down.
The piece comments on a proverb about the turtle and neck, praises the Chamber of Commerce introduced White Horses from Sioux City arriving on the 18th, and notes plans for Avientic to join a new transcontinental highway network within 20 years aligned with Highway 6.
A poem contrasts grown men who boast of small gains with a barefoot boy carrying seven bluegills on a string, celebrating youthful triumphs denied to presidents or kings. The piece sits beside a local note on visitors: Rex M. Pierson’s family from Fort Riley and others, plus a Tennessee etymology remark.
Audubon figures receive active duty notes with several families linked to military roles. Herman R. Hansen of Audubon, a University of Colorado graduate, is commissioned first lieutenant in the army medical corps reserve at Fitzsimmons General Hospital, Denver. Major Lyle Johnson, Audubon native, heads to Wiesbaden Germany with U S Air Forces. Yeoman Jay V Shingledecker of Audubon serves aboard USS Yellowstone, which trained with the Sixth Fleet in the Mediterranean, and Lieut E M Aagaard, son of Hans Aagaard, is promoted to captain in the army air corps stationed at Clark Field Philippines. Mrs. Aagaard joins him in the Pacific.
Anita announces Anita McLaughlin will begin rural mail service on Routes 1-a and 1-b from the Anita Post Office on August 16. The route was vacant after Merlyn Holland left over two years ago for college under the GI Bill. Arlo Christensen and Mr and Mrs Elmer Scholl had filled in as substitutes. Start sooner drive slower live longer.
Public notice style item lists subscription rates by carrier and mail for Atlantic Iowa and surrounding areas. Rates cover one month to one year, with separate pricing for Cass and adjoining counties, elsewhere in Iowa, U S addresses outside Iowa, and Canada. It also notes editor and office details and association memberships.
Washington dispatch reports GOP factions clash over the next national chairman with New Jersey’s Gabrielson facing New Jersey opposition and potential drops. It notes John Foster Dulles joins the District of Columbia committee while benefiting from links to Sullivan and Cromwell. General Alden Waitt’s promotion case involves lobbyist James Hunt and General Vaughan, raising questions about influence and appointments in Washington.
Backstage deals clear most hurdles for Guy George Gabrielson of New Jersey to be named Republican national chairman as the GOP National Committee prepares to meet. Hugh D. Scott Jr. is expected to resign after the committee dinner, with Scott supporters likely to praise his stewardship. Bert Howard’s Nebraska camp fades, and talk centers on a Chicago office to direct the 1950 campaign.
An analysis suggests a Western campaign emphasis could satisfy Republicans urging a shift in strategy for party leadership. Observers note potential gains in securing delegates and energizing base voters across western states.
Washington reports the House Education and Labor Committee will meet to compromise on aid to education bills amid expected inaction this session. Key dispute centers on bans on federal funds for parochial schools, drawing strong protest from Roman Catholic leaders. Chairman Lesinski says aid appears dead this session, though limited committee action remains possible.
Walnut Dr L W Weir heads Legion Post 422 for 1949 50 replacing Albert Griffith with Harold Lafrentz as first vice president Albert Griffith as second vice president Maurice Kuhr as third vice president Cate Hansen as adjutant John Stahl as finance officer Dale Craney as sergeant at arms and Dewey Larsen as chaplain Also a reminder not to drive after drinking.
The piece argues the fight is not church versus state but the state commandeering religion, expanding into education. It cites U S history with church founded universities, notes secularization as novel, and criticizes tying schooling to state aid while preserving religious schools as refuges from secular influence. It also warns against equal access being misused to push sectarian control.
Mada Hann testified District Judge J E Heiserman that juror Novotny showed strong opinions on the case before and after being drawn. Hann said they discussed the case nearly every morning on the bus and that Novotny hinted Ratledge would hang if involved. Hann filed an affidavit on June 21 about the conversation.
Cleveland pole sitter Charley Lupica and Boston jumper Mrs. Jean Ellis will speak by long distance telephone today. Lupica plans to stay 40 feet above ground until the Indians lead the league, four games behind the Yankees. The Indians lost to the Red Sox yesterday, worsening Lupica’s day.
Lupica, airborne for 68 days, reports cigar use doubled during baseball games. He warns listeners to slow down at dusk to protect lives.
Santa Barbara reports Gail Russell and Guy Madison wed at a hotel last night. The couple plan a short honeymoon in San Francisco and Carmel before returning to Hollywood for work.
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