13 Feb 1948
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1948
Page
1
The Atlantic News Telegraph lists subscription rates for mail and carrier deliveries, delivery notices, and a phone contact for paper delivery issues. It notes separate rates for Cass county, Iowa, and outside counties, plus a request to call before 7 PM for evening delivery if missed.
The piece notes large fox hunts in the region revealing sizable fox populations in southwestern Iowa. It explains how animals once common have adapted to farming and dense populations, while the Iowa fur trade reaches into millions and species like foxes, prairie wolves, raccoon, opossum, and deer sustain farmers and hunters each winter.
Cass County residents show strong charitable giving with over $3,000 for Maxton Strong for India and more than $3,000 to the Friendship Train as it passes through. Churches and individuals add to a total that reaches into the six thousands, reflecting a community inspired to larger aid in difficult times.
A reprint urges the press to stop doubting political motives and to focus on cleaning up corrupt politicians. It notes many good leaders exist but laments gangs that loot cities and influence state and national politics, arguing purity would restore press trust.
The editorial notes the Saturday Evening Post story detailing the Battle of Faid Pass. It blames high command for pre battle mistakes that led to defeats and heavy losses. The piece urges Cass county and old Company K veterans to read the article.
Washington insiders report deepening Democratic rifts over Truman with proposals for a future candidate like Douglas or Eisenhower amid Wallace threats. Henry Wolcott opposes grain controls on whiskey, clashing with Taft who argues controls aid the hungry while the party debates its stance on liquor policy.
Republicans on the Ways and Means panel clash with Chairman Harold Knutson over an income tax bill footnote criticizing tax free cooperatives and wage rules. Wisconsin's John Byrnes demands a full committee meeting while New York's Dan Reed calls for calm as intrigue and secrecy surround the note.
Nine marks of childhood are celebrated in this verse as a boy boasts about being nine. The speaker recalls growing up and facing small trials with a brave heart and childlike joy. A nostalgic reflection highlights adventures, sports, and carefree days.
Anita Carl and Jens Holland report the death of their mother Mrs Karen Holland 83 in Denmark. Carl Holland visited his mother there last year.
Amer-F Winkhouse of West Liberty was chosen president of the Iowa Beef Producers Association. The annual meeting at Iowa State College also saw FE Turkington of Letts reelected vice president and Roy I O'Donald of Cole reelected secretary-treasurer.
A reminiscence of a 1926 Dayton visit with Orville Wright. The narrator recalls opposing Smithsonian claims about Langley, proposing a Wright biography feature, and Wright’s patient critique of aviation myths including passenger air travel and sustained hover. Wright outlined his cautious aviation forecasts and reasons planes with multiple passengers may never fly.
Historical note explains a minimal hover plane carrying only the pilot would need rotor blades at least two blocks long, implying early aviation limits.
At Griswold Monday the Past Matrons club of C. E. S. initiated Mrs. Ed H. Smith with Laura Smith in charge. Mrs. Thomas Gittins was elected president with Mrs. Arthur Sasse as vice president, Mrs. John B. West secretary, Mrs. Ida Snyder treasurer, and Mrs. R. M. Scott in charge of entertainment. The meeting opened with a covered dish luncheon at Mrs. Sasse's home.
Vivien Kellems of Westport Connecticut announces her firm will stop withholding federal income taxes. She vows to challenge the policy in court, saying if Harry Hopkins wants the money she must be official IRS agent, paid salary, and reimbursed expenses. The statement was made at a Los Angeles Rotary club event.
The Connecticut office of the firm that manufactures cable grips said it now employs about 30 people, reflecting ongoing growth and activity in its local operations.
Public safety notice urges drivers to reduce speed at dusk to prevent accidents. Authorities stress slower speeds save lives and protect pedestrians and cyclists.
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