03 Dec 1949
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1949
Page
1
The author argues that for most people the basic freedom is the right to eat. Without adequate food, other freedoms fade as hunger dominates daily life. U S aid to feed hungry nations strengthens democracy and reduces surpluses costly to store, improving both the world and the donor nation.
Opinion column argues against European rearmament and proposes redirecting funds to build an international police force under the United Nations. It contends a strong UN police would deter war by governing nations, not waging it as state conflict.
The article notes intensified infighting among Soviet leaders as the end of Stalin’s era approaches. It argues protests have little effect because elites, raised to wield power, vie to dominate their spheres, implying constant plotting among top officials for the leadership post.
The piece links coffee price rises to supply and demand and cites fear of shortage. It notes Truman cabinet concerns over government spending and calls for budget balance. Ex congressman May is jailed for bribery tied to war contracts. It mentions droughts dust storms and wildfires in several states and U.S. policy tension over Germany as a Western buffer against Russia.
In a private exchange, a boy warns of looming electric train shortages this year and a scooter shortage. His father discovers more, hinting at widespread scarcities and potential strikes affecting supply chains.
The note warns of scarce scooter stocks and dwindling time to buy before December. It frames urgency around electric trains and the difficulty of obtaining them, attributed to a warning that should be remembered.
The Audubon Chamber of Commerce sponsors a home and business Yule decorating contest with three cash prizes for homes and three for business windows. The contest judges the most beautiful displays citywide and no actual entries are required.
The Atlantic News Telegraph announces subscription prices by carrier and mail. Local rates: one month 70 cents, six months 3.60, annual 7.00. Mail to surrounding counties and Iowa distant zones varies from 6 to 9 dollars yearly, with monthly and quarterly options.
Drew Pearson notes William Dawson of Chicago becomes vice chairman of the Democratic National Committee with background ties to Boss Hague and former Chicago leaders. The piece contrasts Dawson with Adam Clayton Powell and recalls historic Negro reception incidents. A guard detail protects Austrian art at the National Art Gallery with extended weekend security.
President Truman admired the collection at the gallery and private viewing noted Rembrandt self-portrait. Cabinet members Acheson and Brannan oppose a world food clearinghouse due to cost, proposing continued surpluses distribution. They cite 5 billion dollars total cost, with Uncle Sam covering about half. Truman endorses the point four program and cooperative planning but not the clearinghouse.
A quirky collection of brief items from a Nebraska locale. An Atlantic matron’s unsuccessful house calls. a Thanksgiving first Daily Nebraskan word burp. beavers promise a mild winter. local senator Hickenlooper and a youth, J O Berry, engage in target practice. Bill Linke and Dale’s age mix up. Bud Lindemans claim the city’s first lighted Christmas tree. a church Sunday school tease. Elks serving crew praised for banquet efficiency. lingering snow melts on a Friday highway. shoppers ready for Christmas. a mums centerpiece remains fresh after a month.
Cumberland Des Moines Arthur Peck sells his store building and fixtures to Miller Locker Co of Anita. The groceries stock remains on hand. The Pecks have bought a rooming house in Des Moines and will move there soon.
A Washington debate on insurance regulation contrasts federal aims with state control. The New York Insurance Department, led by Robert E Dineen, is praised for probity and thorough examinations of giants like Metropolitan Life. Critics question the need for federal involvement given robust state regimes and public access to final reports.
A brief feature notes that regulation is broad and important. The statement emphasizes its significance without discussing broader implications or specifics.
Dr J O Christian, head of the University of Minnesota college of agriculture, will speak at the Audubon Chamber of Commerce annual banquet in Memorial building dining room next Wednesday evening. The dinner starts at 7 pm. Oliver Roberts will review 1949 chamber business and L G Foley will report the nominating committee.
Des Moines Iowa State Liquor Commissioner Arthur Coburn has halted 367000 in orders to Seagram Distillers Corp for 11 500 cases of whiskey. Coburn blocked purchases after reports Seagram promotion representatives continued contacting the commission. He had ordered no liquor company salesmen or promotion work for the commission. Seagram reportedly did substantial Iowa sales last year.
The Lewis Chamber of Commerce heard an outline of Lions Club activities at a monthly meeting at Phillips' Inn. S. C. Wagler of Griswold spoke as Lions zone chairman. Efforts seek to organize a Lions club here under Atlantic club sponsorship. The meeting also discussed Christmas plans. Don’t drive if you drink.
A 400 acre Griswold area farm in Wright township near Griswold sold from Chester Boiler estate to John Anderson of Manning for about 100000. The property commanded roughly 250 dollars per acre and had been run for nearly 40 years by Edwin Drake and his sons.
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