03 Feb 1950
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1950
Page
1
The article argues the hydrogen bomb escalates destruction and prompts a dangerous arms race. It warns that multiple nations will seek the bomb, increasing the likelihood of war unless a universal peace framework is created to ensure world safety beyond weapons.
A local furniture dealer reports $1,100 in rail damage payments for smashed shipments in one month. The example suggests many merchants nationwide face similar breakage costs, hinting that stricter handling could lift railroad profits despite insurance expenses.
Mayor Bob Wilturn criticizes lenient jail terms for minor crimes and advocates strict labor for inmates. He asserts punishments should not resemble vacations and notes inmates may face bread and water if they refuse to work. Most veterans in Atlantic share his tough stance.
The article argues for eliminating the Electoral College as a relic of slow bygone communications. It notes that with today’s rapid news and returns, keeping the system is silly and hopes it disappears.
Editorial notes President Truman struggles to avoid invoking Taft Hartley while coal strike presses the country. It argues he may soon be forced to act despite sworn aims to repeal the law. Paul Hoffman warns Russia must expand or lose influence and that early spending to curb communism in Europe is cheaper than later defense.
An unofficial field of at least six candidates forms a broad Republican slate for the 1952 nomination. Gov. Earl Warren may enter the race alongside Sen. Robert Taft Gen. Dwight Eisenhower Harold Stassen Gov. Alfred Driscoll and Sen. Kenneth Wherry. Warren could contest James Roosevelt in the primary and defeat him for a strong run at the presidency. Eisenhower remains a major figure in party plans despite denials of any run.
Fort Meade Maryland soldiers will try a new GI menu item black eyed peas today replacing the usual beans for lunch. After the meal GI's will be polled on their opinions of the vegetable under a new army directive expanding its use in station menus.
Boone Clarion reports artist Clea E. Martin 53 was sentenced by District Judge H. E. Fry to seven years in the state penitentiary at Ft. Madison for writing and uttering a false check. Martin was arrested in Carroll after passing a grocery-store check intended to fund a charitable donation.
Advertising and subscription rates published for the Atlantic News Telegraph. Carrier and mail pricing listed for Cass and neighboring counties, other Iowa regions, U S addresses, and Canada with varying durations from one month to one year, reflecting regional mailing options.
Drew Pearson notes Tom Clark's first months on the Supreme Court have earned respect as a conscientious worker and pacifying influence. Abe Lincoln is invoked as a fair dealer in a House debate while Russia plans an air power heavy strategy to deter atomic attack.
A playful poem by Edgar A. Guest about a very busy boy who scatters books and trinkets about the house. His mother stays constantly active dusting and sweeping while keeping a watchful eye. After a long day she finds weary satisfaction in tucking him into bed.
A poem by Edgar A. Guest imagines a father’s tender regard as a two year old grows. The lines reflect parental love, simple joys, and protective care shaping a child’s early steps and future.
Northwestern Bell and the Atlantic utilities commission will replace lines along West Sixth Street near the municipal airport this spring. Pole lines will be removed to reduce hazards to low flying aircraft and a joint aerial cable will run from Griswold branch tracks to near the east edge of the airport, then underground to the administration building. The Bell line from the A T T junction to the new television tower site, about 14 miles south of Elk Horn, will be rebuilt as an alarm circuit for the tower and to serve the Marne circuit.
A 1950 syndicated column argues against forgiving Hiss and condemns perjury, noting the moral duty of truthfulness and the oath. It criticizes liberal outlets for softening punishment and urges public officials to uphold moral law before God.
Footings reach 400 feet for a 200 foot rigid steel tower as part of a beam network between Des Moines and Omaha. Des Moines tower, at 400 feet, will stand as the United States’ highest structure.
James West aged 12, son of Mr. and Mrs. Averill West, was injured when his sled swerved and struck a park bench during sledding. He is listed in extremely critical condition at Fort Dodge area hospital.
Drew Pearson calls for religious tolerance in a broadcast commemorating the 1943 Dorchester sinking. He warns against forged anti Protestant letters, urges unity, and cites four chaplains who sacrificed their lives, stressing cooperation across faiths and opposition to bigotry.
Griswold residents Griswold John Ruggles of El iott and John West of Griswold joined an agents meeting of Standard Old men Thursday in Council Bluffs. Mrs Lloyd Johnson and her two boys from Sioux City visit her parents Mr and Mrs Bruce Hurlburt. Ralph Harman and wife visited Mrs H H Maas in Savannah Missouri hospital. Don’t drive if you drink.
Bridge and culvert work and 9.73 miles of grading on Cass county local roads will be let by the state highway commission at Ames Tuesday Feb 14. Largest contracts include Bee creek bridge and West Nodaway river I beams. Grading covers 10 miles at Crooked creek, 5.85 miles from U S 7 to county K, and 3.75 miles on Grove City road. Slab bridge work listed for Noble Edna and Grove townships. Don’t drink if you drive.
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