13 Dec 1949
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1949
Page
1
The piece argues Australia as the second empire domain to adopt a socialist government after New Zealand. It suggests long experience with socialism showed it flawed and warns the U S to study these dominions to avoid similar unsatisfactory results in modern government.
The article argues that while the war is officially over in China, real power remains in the hands of warlords and self serving generals. The government’s name may change, but tactics of raiding and looting persist, and Red China is unlikely to become a stable asset to Red Russia.
The Prime Minister of Pakistan will visit the United States, marking the second such trip by a leader from the subcontinent. Officials note interest in learning about American democracy and evaluating comparisons with communism that threatens India. Nehru’s earlier visit impressed observers and guided perceptions.
Sales tax figures show Atlantic at 25th among Iowa cities for the April to June quarter. Only 15 of the 25 posted a year over year gain, with Atlantic up about 3.7 percent. Nearby towns Carroll Red Oak and Clarinda fell, while Shenandoah and Creston posted small increases.
Readers learn the Iowa blizzard fell short of predictions while Mrs. J Parnell Thomas vows to pursue her husband’s political fate. The piece notes Republican scrutiny in New Jersey and mocks communist spy trials with expectations of coerced testimony.
A verse piece outlines proper etiquette for introducing a speaker at public events. It emphasizes reading telegrams from officials, saluting honored guests, and keeping introductions brief so the main speaker can deliver the speech without overlap.
The Greater Anita club met at 7 PM with a dinner at Central Church of Christ. Stores will close Monday after Christmas and remain open December 22 to 24 evenings. Plans were made for a third annual Horse Show in July. The evening ended at K of P hall with entertainment by Anita Volunteer Firemen.
F D S Lookin Around recounts barter tales from early days including trading a fixed rifle for a calf and using cow sale proceeds to marry. A Atlantic Chamber of Commerce group sacks 1500 to 2000 candy sacks in 45 minutes for Santa visit. The News-Telegraph displays a nearly ton high table used in page production.
The Atlantic News-Telegraph lists publication schedule as evenings except Sunday and provides subscription rates for carriers and mail within Iowa, adjoining counties, other U S states, and Canada. Rates show monthly, quarterly, semiannual, and yearly options with varied prices.
Drew Pearson recalls Henry Wallace as a key ally in launching the Manhattan project and onetime confidant while Gen Groves later led the effort. Einstein laments postwar policy as Wallace’s role is reassessed amid Cold War tensions and German rebuilding debates. In Orange Texas, Willie Ray Smith receives a civic salute for sports leadership and community service.
At the bus depot a visitor asked for change to use a pay phone then disappeared into a booth. He later returned seeking guidance on how to make the call after claiming coins had fallen into the machine without success. Police or staff escorted him to the phone area.
Steady rains exceeding an inch fell in several counties easing drought conditions. Snow melt and rising streams filled parched reservoirs. City officials warn a continuing water shortage and proceed with conservation steps including a water holiday on Friday.
Aboard Lakeland Victory at Mukden to Tientsin, Chinese Reds billed the U S government $7000 to move Angus Ward and his 20‑person party with 10 carloads of freight. Ward said $12,000 was posted to cover expenses, $5000 returned, and rates for food were four times official charges.
A historical note explains why the wedding ring is worn on the third finger of the left hand. It cites a former belief that a vein ran from that finger directly to the heart, shaping early wedding customs.
The piece argues Republicans face three core issues: the Taft challenge to party alignment, building a modern policy appealing to young voters under 40, and overcoming a leadership image that is old and unclear. It notes Taft’s potential defeat jeopardizes the party’s future, while Dewey Stassen and Eisenhower offer mixed appeal. Time pressure and constant political engagement are highlighted.
Des Moines report says public schools should teach more safety education even if other subjects are trimmed. Frank B. Ulish of the state safety education division cites declines in accidents among younger children and warns older students who drive lack sufficient training. He notes a bicycle to car ratio and warns that risk rises as youths begin driving.
FBI agents arrested Geo Gillette 39 at his Brooklyn home as the alleged leader of a ring producing counterfeit travelers checks for American Express with a counterfeit total around 1 million dollars. Checks with a face value of 140000 were found in Los Angeles Chicago Cleveland Detroit Buffalo and Philadelphia.
Elk Horn Alma Carlson informs her parents Mr and Mrs Axel Carlson that she has been appointed superintendent of nurses at the Lutheran Hospital located at 24th Avenue and Harney streets in Omaha. She has spent the last five years pursuing a degree at Omaha University.
A compact safety warning urges careful driving to prevent fatal accidents on road trips. The message emphasizes vigilance behind the wheel and the potential consequences of distraction or reckless behavior.
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