27 Dec 1928
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1928
Page
1
Atlantic subscribers are advised to call 180W before 7 pm if not receiving the paper in the evening. The notice outlines subscription rates by carrier and mail, plus instructions to contact the office for address changes, discontinuations, or other delivery notices.
A sentiment from a church faction argues small community congregations will not be crowded out by large city churches. It asserts religion remains a matter of mind and spirit, with many faithful preferring a distinct, personal place of worship over grand ecclesiastical organizations.
In a heated exchange, critics deride announcers for dedicating numbers and chatter that clog the radio’s prize bank. Supporters argue dedication serves fans, while others call for simpler, tastier broadcasts.
Dispatches report Mable Walker Willebrandt assistant attorney general of the United States plans to resign and move to Los Angeles to practice law. The move signals frustration with enforcing the dry law amid limited cooperation and widespread graft in the federal enforcement unit, a heavy blow to prohibition efforts and a test of her resolve and public duty.
Cosmopolitan weighs in on a moral crisis tied to the sinking of the Vestris and a parallel fiction in which a man sacrifices his life and fortune after letting a woman take his lifeboat seat. The tale centers on honor, responsibility, and a pledged life to aid women and children.
A series of alleged parties at Lottie Ickford's Hollywood home ended in claims of choking and a near-finger injury, sparked by a dispute between two men over affection for the hostess. The column criticizes the industry’s public image while praising Mary Pickford and noting Lottie's troubling conduct, urging accountability.
The piece criticizes radio program dedications as mere cheap propaganda from stations selling products. It mocks three cheers for heroes and names to gain listeners, noting many dedications are low quality and self serving, while acknowledging diverse tastes but urging better content.
The Indianapolis News editorial worries that ultraviolet exposure could turn whites brown, predicting a gradual shift to brown or brunette skin across generations. It muses on lost blond traits, the dangers of tanning, and a envisioned world of uniform brown tones amid uncertain timing.
A 12 year old, Clarence Goucke, nurtured Dick the steer for sixteen months through county and State fairs. Dick earned the world grand championship under judge Walter Biggar from Dalbeattie Scotland, prompting wide cheers as the boy celebrated his achievement and the prospect of auctioning Dick for his renowned meat.
Iowa editors debate raising the gasoline tax from three to four cents to finance an improved farm to market road network. An extra cent per gallon could free funds for an all weather road system, while other notes question federal radio reallocations and speculate on future political moves, including Senatorial bids.
Correct English A Daily Quiz presents two corrected forms of tricky sentences. It also asks pronunciation of Amundsen’s name and which letter is unnecessary in a faulty sentence. It fixes awkward phrases about books on shelves and long rides and notes proper usage of can and may, adverbs and adjectives, and copyright credit.
Fragmentary OCR text shows a testimonial ad style line with phrases about pleased and grate statements and a call to buy. The readable bits mention Walt as author and rhymes, with unclear surrounding words.
A fragmented 1928 prose piece judges Beeswax Bitters as ineffective while recounting a dull street scene. A moonlit river reflection prompts a humorous police exchange, ending with a gag about two guests discussing life’s world and people in it.
A Shawnee Oklahoma columnist argues that merchants must advertise to grow trade. Regular, quality service and timely ads attract buyers, keep a store visible, and help build business foundations. Competition can wake merchants to act, but advertising remains central to success.
A reader quoted as saying Smiles Bhoity wished to reach six feet tall rather than his four feet eleven inches. He credits a doctor for warning that his current height may be harming him, describing concerns over health and wellbeing.
In Chicago a federal court decision grants war risk insurance to Thomas M Hanna of Ruthven Iowa for his son Mark Hanna, a World War veteran killed in France. The policy had been issued to Corrine Hanna, wife of the soldier, and disputes over payment spanned years with the Veterans Bureau arguing the wife forfeited rights.
Music opinion varies on which pin a selection is most difficult. One musician asserts that Campanella arranged by Franz Liszt and his Hungarian Rhapsodies are certainly among the extremely difficult works.
Fragmentary text indicates a test context with items referenced as large bands, ceded lines, and mentions of Talon lou and TS8e. Details are unclear due to OCR damage, but the fragment suggests an experiment or inspection involving equipment or procedures labeled in a testing setting.
In the Senate there are 39 members and one house with members named as steering figures. The text notes that every member should be assigned to one or more committees, outlining standard practice for assignment and governance within the chamber.
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