06 Dec 1948
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1948
Page
1
The Atlantic News-Telegraph lists subscription rates for carrier and mail delivery within Iowa and the U.S. plus Canada and outlines a delivery notice for late-evening subscribers. It also provides contact guidance to report delivery issues and address changes.
The author argues that while the United States could defeat Russia, the cost would be massive and global chaos could follow. He urges a united effort toward permanent peace and rejects a victory-first mindset, calling for compromise to build a worldwide peace foundation.
The post office department plans rate increases and internal reorganizing to reduce deficits that run into millions. First class mail profits 150 million last year while second class lost 150 million, third 90 million, fourth 70 million, air mail 50 million, and special services 12 million. Aimed savings of up to 300 million are proposed with reforms before raising rates.
The writer argues Chinese citizens feel compelled to back local bosses rather than any political group. He contends a communist China would not threaten the U S, predicting little difference between communist and nationalist rule. Both paths would leave China impoverished for decades, needing external help for any revival.
The piece argues worry over Truman keeping promises is unnecessary while times are good and prosperity rises. It notes Republicans would complain but count little with Truman. It then highlights a crowded Atlantic shopping scene with scarce parking, praising the city as a bustling center where residents find goods at honest prices.
Casey Mutual Telephone announces that Casey line man R L Hildebrand has tendered his resignation after two years of service. The Hildebrands will dispose of their remaining affairs.
A public advisory advises pedestrians to wear white clothing when walking highways at night to increase visibility and reduce accidents. It emphasizes staying on sidewalks where available and using crosswalks for safety near coastal routes.
Drew Pearson argues Western Europe must share the will to defend itself, not rely solely on American arms. He urges a Ruhr led shift to consumer interests and European commissions to reassure publics and curtail German wartime cartels, framing policy as a battle of ideas.
A lively verse recounts an eight year old child named Ellen Elizabeth planning a train trip to Buffalo with her aunt arranging a safe journey and a porter promising care. The poem then shifts to a future groom asking about a honeymoon destination by motor train plane or ship and hopes he recalls the choice.
A brief note credits Ellen Elizabeth with a trip or visit referenced in a 1948 Edgar A. Guest copyright line.
Des Moines reports 1,759,604 attendees across 93 county and district fairs, 200,000 more than last year. L. B. Cunningham notes higher receipts but steeper expense rise, with more livestock and two new fairs at Ackley and Winterset.
A Detroit era diary notes Florence Isabel Driscoll wife of Roy Cyril Driscoll of Worcester Massachusetts selected as a famed Good Neighbor on Station WTAG Worcester. She hosts sixteen foster boys from varied backgrounds, paid a small stipend for guardianship, and uses boxing as a method to settlement fights. She stands described as calm, cheerful, and deeply involved in child welfare and daily school lunches. The piece also mentions chrysanthemums and persimmons as seasonal details.
Griswold-Forty hosted six guests from Cumberland at the Griswold Woman's Civic Club meeting in city hall. Officers were elected with Mrs. L R Hall as president and Mrs. Merrill Bolton and Mrs. Varel Maas as vice presidents. Phyllis Brouse accompanied the high school sextet with the program on Women of One World.
A brief safety note urges drivers and pedestrians to stop, look, and listen before crossing. Authorities emphasize vigilance at rail crossings to prevent accidents and remind the public of routine train schedules.
An Associated Press survey shows about two thirds of responding Iowa legislators favor a presidential preference primary. House sentiment runs slightly stronger than the senate, with Governor-elect Beardsley and GOP Chairman Gilliland backing the plan. Democratic leader More says it would undermine party conventions.
Casey Mr and Mrs Frank Gardner relocate to the water s apartments recently vacated by the Lloyd Peterson family. John Ward occupies rooms above the Vindicator office. Marty Mowry buys the Herbert Turner farm.
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