14 Aug 1950
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1950
Page
1
The piece argues that Britain's welfare state imposes rationing and high taxes while providing cradle to grave care. It contrasts with the United States where there is no rationing and lower taxes. The author warns against moving toward socialism and urges defenders of the current system.
The piece argues against continuing U S military defense of Formosa, noting Formosa’s government lacks legitimacy, urges aligning with Asian popular opinion to curb communism, and contrasts the Korea case while questioning the military value and public support for holding Formosa.
The United States shifts from cautious diplomacy to direct public messaging to counter Russian propaganda. Officials argue Russia will not seek peace, so Washington will present facts openly to the world and persuade audiences in Asia and beyond. The plan emphasizes truthful reporting to defend democracy.
A Geneva group proposes Geneva Zones as refuges for children the elderly and pregnant women during atomic bombing. The idea highlights modern warfare brutality and the need for protected areas though scepticism remains about nations accepting such zones. The piece notes wartime shifts in Korea and leans toward UN allied victory.
Grigwold residents Mr and Mrs Ralph Conklin and Mr and Mrs Charles Croghan along with Mr and Mrs Clair Wilson and Mr and Mrs G G Newcom attended the Cedar Falls ceremony. Willa DeWitt niece of the Croghans earned a bachelor of arts English teaching Massena next year. Dwight Conklin son of the Conklins earned a BA pre medical studies plans Iowa medical school in September. Donald Hull of Griswold earned industrial arts and mathematics degree and will teach in Indianapolis. Mrs Hully and three children returned with her parents Mr and Mrs Robert Bosak who will stay until life settles.
Fragmentary text lists subscription terms by period and price with geographic notes for Casa oe Se and Canada. Mentions 1 month 70c 3 months 1.90 6 months 8.60 one year 7.90 and other regional rates including outside Iowa Canada and per year prices.
Washington reports Kremlin praise for the Senate rejection of four Truman nominees and notes Soviet use of Franco quotes. The piece covers a private debate over withdrawing nominations, U.S. and Russia race for an atomic submarine, and related political tensions.
Tokyo report says 12 Korean War veterans received the Purple Heart during an aerial presentation aboard a C-54 medical evacuation plane. Major General Edgar Erskine Hume presented the decorations on August 5 as they flew to Tokyo. Recipients include Pvt Eugene O Neal Jill Water and First Lieutenant Robert Elliott, previously of Iowa City and Deer River Minnesota.
The article notes the lack of a confirmed birth date, unclear early life records, gaps known as the Lost Years from 1564 to 1908, and no universally accepted authentic portrait of William Shakespeare. It discusses enduring questions over his birthplace, education, and private life.
The sulfur dioxide breath from the Mth century threatens marble monuments on the Acropolis of Athens, slowly corroding records of the past as prior centuries left them largely untouched.
A short poem extols liberty as a heritage worth dying for. It contrasts Fame and Fortune with Freedom and Justice, noting brave men sacrifice and may die to preserve liberty beyond wealth.
Missionary Holden from Colombia will present colored films at 8 p m Tuesday at the Lewis Methodist church depicting the destruction of Bogota during the recent revolution. He will accompany the showing with crafts from South and Central America Haiti Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.
A 1950 column contrasts Frank Lloyd Wright's June 8 peace remark with realities of the Korean War and nuclear tensions. It critiques overconfidence in expertise across fields and cites Teheran and subsequent U S actions, noting public anxiety over taxes and debt while urging factual scrutiny of arms and policy.
AP analysis notes a Cincinnati student likely to run the government one day contemplates what communism means. The piece outlines Comintern history, fifth columnists, and the danger of subversive agents in the United States while warning of possible purges and persecution for those opposing state power.
Ava Gardner said there is no romance with Frank Sinatra or Spanish bullfighter Mario Cabre. She spoke after returning from Europe, calling rumors ridiculous and urging calm on the road to avoid danger.
The document outlines potential state budget cuts in an Iowa emergency, listing major expense areas from General State to Public Safety. It notes reserves near a year of expenditures and warns cuts could affect schools, highways, law enforcement, social programs, and services if income declines. It asks which departments might be reduced first.
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