17 Dec 1930
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1930
Page
1
The article argues that medical progress stems from common sense in diagnosis and new treatments. It contends that physicians now diagnose accurately before applying remedies, improving disease combat and patient outcomes. It counters nostalgia for old times, claiming the present era offers the best humanity has known.
A long editorial argues that political lame ducks persist in every era, citing Kellogg, Lincoln, Taft, Hughes, Grimes, Webster, Clay, Calhoun and Blaine as examples of leaders once defeated or mocked yet shaping history. It warns voters cue, the nation’s public sentiment creates “lame ducks” who still influence policy and character.
The article discusses evolving medical science and the adoption of serum therapies to diagnose and treat illness. It notes early pioneers, the shift from traditional methods, and the role of American chemists in refining French serum formulas, highlighting serum use as a lifesaving advancement in the United States.
The author argues against farm relief as effective despite endorsing the farm marketing act. The piece contends relief efforts fail to deliver the promised results, noting the act funds and structure are extensive yet do not stabilize agriculture. It urges patience to allow the farm board to prove success but doubts widespread relief can succeed with current machinery.
An Iowa county faces a bribery question as a Democratic candidate pledges not to take more than 500 dollars in expenses. The dispute echoes the Carrothers versus Russell case, where promises to return office fees to the county were ruled bribery by the Supreme Court. The issue hinges on legality versus morality of lawmakers voting their own pay and whether such pledges taint elections.
Dec 17 Paris style hints describe rising waists in midseason collections inspired by the French revolution. Designers show high waistlines, long sleeves, and bold silhouettes with gowns in satin and tulle, featuring draped bodices, fringe trims, and embroidered florals in yellow and green hues.
The Algona Advaner notes the investigation project will meet strong resistance in Congress despite calls to limit land reclamation. The Falls Citizen predicts a lively legislative session on taxation with supporters and opponents of Turner and tax revision, plus covert and overt stances from various lawmakers.
New York reports a swirl of gossip about Ziegfeld once again facing fresh competition from Carroll White and others. The piece notes alleged staff dismissals, talk of renaming his Sixth Avenue theater, and rival impresario The Fallies backed by a mysterious backer. It describes lavish, Hollywood style showmanship and public fascination with Marilyn Miller.
A fragmentary clipping recounts a doomed gentleman rushed to hospital two days after a sleep disrupted night. It notes the Helmont Schonberg family origin and a puzzled question about time. The piece ends with a remark on stage Chinese shuffle and a cryptic author credit.
Fragmentary OCR text appears to describe marital tensions and conflicted sentiments. It references a wife, a man’s voice, and potential threats or coercive language within a household context, but lacks clear narrative clarity or identifiable names or dates.
A 1930 George Mattheew Adams Service piece on winter entertaining and affordable hosting. It notes using simple paper napkins, accessible serving tools like baskets and crimped molds, and practical desserts to suit a modest budget. The passage contrasts frugal, cheerful gatherings with broader worries about taxes and income during hard times.
A Shanghai municipal query on marital status surfaces social strains among residents. Anecdotes cite an 18 year old denying happiness, a twelve year married man lamenting life, and a 23 year old woman noting implied flirtations. Stories of secrecy, ambition, and discord emerge amid the census inquiry.
The fragmentary OCR evokes wintry hardship and social fatigue as poems depict bitter winds, isolation, and the struggle to endure cold nights. It blends archaic imagery with rough diction to convey a sense of stalled progress and daily survival.
A reader test page asks whether Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream is a comedy or a tragedy and directs to page seven for viewers after the test. The item reflects a quiz style from a historical newspaper.
A fragmented reminiscence describes JHenty anxious about a fight and seeking medical guidance from a famous specialist. The tale hints at battles with illness, a doctor’s encouragement to persevere, and a childlike moment of inquiry about a Washington crossing image.
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