04 Dec 1948
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1948
Page
1
The notice lists Atlantic News Telegraph subscription rates and a delivery alert. It urges subscribers not receiving the paper in the evening to call before 7 to arrange delivery and clarifies the correct contact number, plus instructions for address changes or discontinuations.
A reader praises state historical society publications and in particular a Jews Journal of History and Politics article tracing Mississippi River travel. The piece highlights boiler explosions, river cities, and TRADE routes as true adventure rivaling fiction, claiming history informs and entertains readers.
The piece notes recent events signaling gradual racial progress and pushback in the United States. It cites Yale naming a Black football captain, a Black student elected senior class president at a Michigan college, and a white man convicted by an all white Alabama jury for assaulting a Black woman. It also mentions a prominent Black leader’s claim that conditions in the South are not as dire as some claim and Black advances in politics after the last election.
The passage argues that fear of the future is not the main cause of a low mood. depressions stem from prolonged economic strains. A healthy fear prompts preparation and resilience, while repeated assurances about safety fail to shield the economy. Building bulwarks against risks is presented as a stronger defense than denial.
Footprints pressed in clay hardened into rock in a France cave reveal a path trod by early humans over 15,000 years ago. The find adds a new piece to the puzzle of humanity’s origins and earliest development, guiding researchers toward the land of beginnings.
A campaign urges purchase of government bonds as a financial cushion against future mood and inflation while highlighting a week of deadly home fires. It stresses careful home safety to prevent tragedies and protect families.
A poem by Edgar A Guest argues against the notion of the self made man. It asserts that success relies on the support, kindness, and guidance of others encountered along a person’s career. The piece emphasizes gratitude toward those who helped along the path to achievement.
Drew Pearson reports the United States courted Venezuela, Ecuador, Colombia and Chile for joint consultation before recognizing Peru's dictatorship, then abruptly continued relations with the Peruvian regime. He links this to a broader pattern of U S double-dealing and warns of harm to Latin American prestige and rising militarism.
Audubon drive aims to collect four carloads of corn for the county. Rev. McFate of United Brethren leads, with township helpers including Frank Weston Viola James Garber Melville Frank Huffman Leroy Edwin Anderson Hamlin Bernice Hoegh Oakfield Harold Stadsvold Thomas Toft Audubon HYakon Stadsvold Greeley Emil Transon Lincoln James Weber Douglas Ben Deist Cameron Leonard Steen Sharon and Mrs Wir Petersen Brayton.
The State Department hints New York should spend half a million to rename Sixth Avenue Avenue of the Americas and install two statues, one of Bolivar and one of San Martin, amid public skepticism and jokes about Mayor Robert Moses and racing-season publicity stunts.
Dr A W Luce former Central Christian church pastor in Colorado Springs Colorado spent the Thanksgiving week with Rev Joel N Boone and family. He shared nature films and lectured in nearby towns and preached on Singing of Zion at the local church before leaving for St Joseph Missouri. Miss Twila Boone and George Larsson of Keokuk joined family in Keokuk for vacation.
The first crude milking devices and the initial suction machine appeared in 1878 marking early advances in dairy technology.
In Washington a wedding at Church of the Holy Redeemer united Miss Alice Chase and Mr. John Leon Nelson. The author notes progressive achievement among the colored community and praises decency, industry, and church loyalty. Also discusses the Hoover Commission's likely restraint on policy stance and Montgomery County charter fights over January 6 elections.
President Truman asked Harry Mitchell to stay on as head of the Civil Service Commission, delaying his planned retirement at 70. Mitchell, a Roosevelt era appointee from Great Falls Montana, is praised for his service. The piece critiques Hatch Act limits on campaign spending and notes Washington weather and inaugural expense concerns.
A community coon feed was held Wednesday evening organized by Walter Inhofe to honor Frank Ryd who has just returned home from army service. Attending were Mr and Mrs Louis Rydl Mr and Mrs Andrew Jessen Carl Nieman Everett Luman Charles Walker Rich Maas Raymond Reed and Robert Cooper.
Lookin Around From Holywood notes a Esther Williams cutout ad that hints at local theater manager Art Ferrell shaping the feature. Joseph Prokop of Griswold leaves home for college and keys end up in his coat pocket after a coat handover on the way to Ames. The A H basketball game celebratory moment highlights a lively drummer who kept perfect rhythm while engaging the crowd. A short life lesson on J C Penney from meager early wages offers youth encouragement.
Mrs Beulah Walcher Walcher sued Loews Inc alleging the film They Were Expendable used her as a Sandy prototype without consent. A federal judge and jury awarded 90000 in her favor after she sought 400000 in damages. She claimed the heroine depicted a romance with Navy Lt Robert B Kelly without basis and called the film a humiliating invasion of privacy.
A public safety note advises pedestrians to wear white or light clothing while walking along highways after dark to improve visibility and reduce traffic risks for night time travelers.
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