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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1953
Page
1
The report notes familiar patterns as peace talks stall with suspected air movements from the Yalu and a U S bomber shot down off Liberty. Reds protest alleged neutrality breaches while a decisive shift may bring United States force including atomic weapons to secure a Western victory.
150 000 East Germans marched into West Germany to demand food packages. Guards stood aside and let them pass. The event signals rising defiance in Soviet spheres and challenges to Moscow’s control of its European satellites.
Commentary argues U S forces should serve as an occupying workforce in Korea to rebuild the war torn country. The plan could improve morale for troops and illustrate ideological contrasts between communism and democracy, with Korea as a demonstration area for Asia.
A lament on frequent farm tractor incidents involving young teens. The piece argues youths lack mature judgment to operate tractors safely, urging caution and parental supervision to prevent further tragedies.
The text reflects on fragile peace with factors like Korea unity, UN China recognition, and Chiang Kai-shek actions blamed on the U.S. It notes ongoing incidents threatening stability and the risk of a sudden crisis, while also mentioning drought effects on corn stalks beginning to yellow.
Publication data and subscription rates for the Atlantic News- Telegraph outline pricing by carrier and mail for various regions including Cass county adjoining areas and broader U S destinations. It lists monthly and yearly costs with period rates and travel notes for readers.
Drawn from Draw Pearson’s Washington column, the piece details how Assistant Secretary Walter Robertson led President Syngman Rhee to accept a Korea truce. It argues the truce is a stopgap, with Robertson warning China seeks Southeast Asian riches via tin rubber and Indo China, affecting U.S. aims and prompting a Dulles visit to Tokyo and Seoul. It also notes a senatorial dustup over refugee intake, featuring Pat McCarran and Everett Dirksen.
A poem by Edgar A. Guest urges self pity to be avoided while urging pity for others. The National Geographic Society notes Mt. Rainier in Washington has about 40 square miles of glaciers and that roughly three and a half percent of the ocean is salt.
A Chicago neighborhood on the North Side halted traffic to help a mother squirrel relocate five babies from a flooded hollow tree to a new home across the street. A bystander notes the father kept cats distracted as humans guarded the route while the mother ferried each offspring in her teeth. Tom Ostrander reports the mother checked the old site before settling into the new hollow.
For the first time in 13 years the Pilot Rock plowing match will include both level land and contour plowing in junior and senior divisions. The competition is set for August 21 22.
George E Sokelsky honors Bob Taft noting his loyalty and conviction. Taft refused guile, pressed party unity, and backed Eisenhower while maintaining independent legislative principles. The piece recalls Taft's personal sacrifices, family ties, and enduring impact as a steady party figure.
A reflection on a key American figure whose influence endures and who left no direct successor to fill the void in leadership or cultural contribution. The piece notes the absence of a replacement and the lasting significance of his role.
M. L. Wilson, retired from the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Ford Foundation consultant, toured western Europe and Turkey to study world peace efforts. He noted Americans are well received where living standards are low, stressing anti communist influences and U.S. democracy as a friend.
Washington reports reveal from 1935 that U S ambassador Grew warned of a possible tremendous clash with Western powers and Japan’s resurgence after a generation. Documents released show Grew and Secretary Hull urged Roosevelt to expand the Navy to counter Japan’s growing sea power.
A recruit in Carson Colorado asked Lt Thomas L Cowhick if the jeep could be used later prompting a nearby sergeant to snap that the recruit should not call him a gentleman but a lieutenant instead.
The Rev. C. L. Thomas presided at funeral services for Charles Milton Jewett who died of pneumonia July 2 at a Cla rinda hospital at age 8. Burial followed at Evergreen cemetery with music by Mrs. Harold Smith and Mrs. Joe Vetter and organist Mrs. Eric Osen. Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Ver pita Walker and Mrs. LaVay Chadwick, and four grandchildren. His parents were George P. and Nina Trowbridge Jewett.
An advertisement claims thousands have been helped by non medical non surgical therapies for arthritis and rheumatism. It promotes a free 44 page book from Ball Clinic, Dept 617, Excelsior Springs MO, promising relief with no drugs and no obligation.
Sam Jewett of Anita and brothers Max and Melvin Jewett of Denver are noted as active in community affairs. He was a Methodist, a Knights of Pythias member, and had long served the community until health failed.
Mrs Edna Woodward has resigned as manager of the Iowa Safety Council to enter private law practice. J D Arthishi nag Ames, Council chairman, announced the decision and her departure from the post.
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