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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1948
Page
1
Notice outlines publication, editorship, and office contacts for the Atlantic News-Telegraph. It lists delivery numbers, carrier and mail subscription rates, and regions served, with a reminder for subscribers to call before 7 pm to adjust delivery or report issues.
The author argues that in critical times it is democratic to apply controls that favor the majority and curb exploitation. Laws on price, material allocation, and wages are portrayed as necessary for the greatest good, even if minorities suffer some, asserting such controls are as democratic as prohibitions on theft or murder.
The United States has led in the Olympic games and aims to dominate. The Games have differed from past Olympics by lacking major disputes among nations, continuing the ideal of international goodwill and understanding despite a history of ill will in earlier events.
The piece argues Massachusetts erred by setting unemployment payments so high that remaining unemployed pays more than work. It claims politicians over liberalized the program to win favor, risking program collapse and warning such paternalism undermines beneficial public aid.
Editorial briefs discuss a Monday interview with Stalin and hopes for written, signed pledges. They warn democracies to expect repudiation if promises are surface level. The piece cites AAAs traffic safety committee noting 55 percent of fatal accidents involve intoxication and urges education alongside harsh penalties. Don't drive if you drink.
Former President Herbert Hoover has received a 70000 birthday gift to establish a nucleus for a continuing fund to support the Hoover library and institute. The donation comes just before his 74th birthday on August 10 as he plans to be at West Branch, Iowa, for a hometown celebration.
Drew Pearson notes lingering debates over OPA and postwar price controls with business leaders calling for repeal. Astories recount Ton Dewey at the University of Michigan being blackballed from Chi Phi, rejected for “poor material cant develop” before he pursued law.
President Truman, frustrated with General Bradley and Secretary Royall over army segregation and postwar Germany rebuilding, learns the facts after Bradley’s remarks. Speaker notes that Allen praised white and colored troops with credit to a Negro chaplain and hostess. Draft plans show a first group by October 15 and age-based calls amid deferment loopholes.
Washington notes show Iowa lawmakers and relatives traveling to the capital for a special session. Sen Hicklooper attends while Sen Wilon is absent. Rep Talley and Rep Cunningham reach Washington after personal travel, with others delayed or staying in place. Eleanor Patterson, editor of the Washington Times Herald, dies at 63 in Maryland, a relation to Col Robert McCormick, founder of the Chicago Tribune.
A city night lacks peace for sleepers as traffic and sirens rise. The poem contrasts urban noise with rural quiet, where rain on the roof returns comfort and peace for those bound to city living and restless nights.
An ancient bronze bell weighing 1200 pounds and about 200 years old was presented to the Iawa State college NROTC unit by Secretary of the Navy John Sullivan. The bell, cast for a Buddhist temple, was formerly aboard the battleship Iowa and sent to Iowa State for training of many weary sailors.
A writer lauds improved service from Wes t c. B. Driscoll and Railway Express Agency while criticizing monopolies. He recounts pressuring company heads for prompt delivery of perishables and deposits recovery after theft, noting polite yet firm dialogue with executives and banks, claiming broader benefit for others as a result.
A reader reflects on dishonest practices ending, then praises two deliveries. Rob Stough of Ft. Smith Ark sends mushy Ponderosa tomatoes via parcel post, while F C Trewery of La Mesa Calif delivers ten avocados in perfect condition. The note muses on improving communications and embroidery trade insights.
Karen Kimball, four, visiting her Uncle Willard and Aunt, notices the newly painted house number and quips about painting their license. The column notes several letters about a case and remains in a light, local tone.
A column reviews personal letters about Dr C L Wilson and a court matter, then recounts local incidents from prank flyers to field fires. It mentions the Pratt Angus herd story, a University of Nebraska livestock angle, new Iowa dinner items, expanding LaVista Place residents, local golf quirks, a mixed team called Misfita, and August weather in Iowa.
Overseas demand for British scientific instruments has climbed over the past two years, with exports reaching nearly four times prewar value. Lord Nuffield, noted auto maker and philanthropist, contributes 50,000 pounds to Lincoln College Oxford to fund three scientific appointments.
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