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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1949
Page
5
An old advertisement touts Doan's Pills as a relief for backache caused by kidney problems. It claims the diuretic helps flush waste from the body and reduces swelling and discomfort, urging readers to ask a pharmacist for Doan's at reputable druggists.
A priest, Rev. Jive Galliow, pole ladder fall causes fatal injury in a church setting. Coroner Woo Philips of Montezuma reports no fracture detected. investigation notes unclear on exact mechanism of death.
Researchers use radiation to map how atoms travel within metal lattices. The method reveals diffusion paths and residency times, aiding development of stronger, more durable alloys for industry applications.
Harvey B. Whitten’s will cited heirs must renounce the Republican party and vote a straight Democratic ticket. The estate’s executors’ attorney called it a legal question, noting no Republicans are disinherited. major beneficiaries include several Whitten siblings and relatives across Virginia and Maryland.
Mid-West Airlines will begin service on the Omaha North Platte Nebraska route by December 20. This marks the airline's third segment after Omaha to Minneapolis started in late October and Omaha to Huron South Dakota began on November 28. Air mail flight cadets will be applied to all inaugural mail carried on the first flight.
The undersigned Donald P. Reel is appointed and qualified as administrator C. T. A. of the estate of Elizabeth Henrietta Thurman, deceased, Cass County Iowa. All creditors must present claims legally. those indebted to the estate to make payment by law. Dated November 30, 1949. Also includes Atlantic Ordinance No. 178 authorizing outside-city fire response by the Atlantic Fire Department.
Secretary of State Acheson announced the United States will comply with a North Korean broadcast demanding the handover of two Americans held in North Korea. The pair, described as economic cooperation administration officials, would be received at the border by an American diplomat from Seoul, if the offer proves authentic.
A public safety notice advises pedestrians to wear white or light clothing when walking highways after dark to increase visibility and reduce risk of accidents. Authorities emphasize reflective gear and staying on shoulders where possible.
Marshalltown Iowa teen Hutcheson, 16, state Center, was sentenced by Judge M C Farber after a November 27 crash that killed 14 year old Lavonne Lovig. He was found guilty of obstructed view for allowing five others to ride in the front seat. His license was revoked and a 30 day jail term suspended.
Mrs. Join Viet, 50, of Parkersburg, died in a Waterloo hospital from burns suffered when her clothing caught fire while she emptied ashes from a coal and gun stove. Her husband collapsed from shock after finding her outside their home.
Firefighters from Parkersburg confined a blaze to the kitchen of the Viets' farm home, limiting damage to the cooking area and preventing spread to other parts of the residence. No injuries reported.
Mrs Katrina Jacobsen and daughter Mrs Florence Schur of Chicago and Mrs Harvey Nelson and daughter of Minnesota have returned home after being called by the death of Mrs Jena Pledesan. Drive carefully lest this motor trip be your last.
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