22 Dec 1948
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1948
Page
1
The Atlantic News Telegraph presents subscription options by carrier and mail, with rates for in-town and out-of-town delivery. It requests subscribers to call 13671 before 7 PM if evening delivery is missed and to contact the office for address changes or discontinuations.
The spread of communism has grown from almost nothing to dominating about 256 percent of the world population with active communists in 66 countries outside Russian control. The piece argues most dominated regions lack freedom and poverty, notes Russia's version is a dictatorship, and predicts future expansion will slow and be limited to areas Russia can seize by force.
A column surveys civil rights debate in Washington over the president's proposed bill and forecasts labor law advances. It weighs air power scares, noting U S dominance and Russia's likely caution, while predicting cautious Russians and a need for peaceful labor settlements.
Susan Noon six year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Earl Noon from Walnut was interviewed by a WOW radio reporter at an Omaha school for handicapped children. She attends the local school and has progressed in conquering her handicap. She spends weekends with her Walnut grandparents Mr and Mrs John Noon.
Washington reports Governor Dewey told young Republicans at the University Club he favors a special Republican convention to settle party leadership between the old guard and reformers. The plan, backed by Philip Willkie and echoed by several state leaders, faces a GOP National Committee showdown in January as Taft Hartley repeal and labor issues border the clock.
Washington reports describe a Dec 10 gathering at the National Press Club honoring President Carlos Pino of Cuba. The event marked the 60th anniversary of the Treaty of Paris with Cuba, featured Spanish remarks translated for members, and included about 20 Cuban newspaper men.
A humorous verse describes a grandpa expecting a stocking on Christmas Day. He jokes that his “number ten” will be coal again, proving he hasn’t grown up. Children will cheer thinking grandpa is a naughty boy, while Santa’s gift remains coal.
A brief verse reflecting a seven year old speaker asking to be told something suited for children. The tone is simple and reflective with a gentle cadence.
Des Moines reports 1949 motor vehicle plates issued rapidly as motorists rush to replace two year old plates. Aluminum 1949 plates replace steel due to steel scarcity. drivers must display new plates by February 1 or face a penalty.
A wartime era meditation recalls Jesus teachings as a beacon for decency, progress, and liberty across centuries. It urges hope that swords may turn to plowshares and that the world will embrace brotherhood despite ongoing conflicts. The author cites Ella Wheeler Wilcox on kindness as a unifying creed.
Anita and Mr. and Mrs. Tom Burns with daughter Enid Lou have returned from California where they visited Mrs. Chester Cool and Mrs. Robert Spencer and families.
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