Truman faces political headwinds as labor unrest and deficits bite
The article notes growing voter concern over labor strikes and deficits under Truman. It cites domestic woes from coal disputes to waste and espionage fears, while foreign policy woes in China and Europe amplify the administration’s challenges ahead of the next election.
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Public Pressure Shifts U S Line on Russia Talks
Public opinion forces the administration toward renewed talks with Russia on atomic energy control. Truman and the State Department softened earlier statements, while officials affirm that conferences remain possible to resolve the nuclear energy dispute. Authorities urge persistent effort to improve the situation, warning against inaction.
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The Squeeze and Europe’s Armament Dilemma
The piece argues Europe may become buffer states to the U S against Russia. It notes U S armament spending around 12.5 billion dollars and questions the political will to fund a broader rearmament. It warns neutrality threats and doubts that armament brings peace, criticizing the president’s non political tour and his self styled miracle earnings.
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Atlantic News Telegraph Rates and Mailing Details
The Atlantic News Telegraph lists subscription prices for carriers in Atlantic and Cass counties, including monthly and yearly rates. Mail rates vary by region and duration, with different charges for Iowa, the U.S. outside Iowa, and Canada.
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Alternate ULS plan and political tensions loom in Washington
Drew Pearson outlines civil defense fears amid Russia’s atomic secrets and the need for an alternate capital. He notes possible locations like Denver or Salt Lake City and analyzes a scenario where Congress is dispersed. He also skewers Sen. Pat McCarran for ruling tactics and staff control on the judiciary panel.
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Iowa Soil Conservation funds allocated across county districts
The Iowa Soil Conservation Committee announced 218000 in state aid to county soil districts for 1950. Of this, 175427 went to one district in 95 counties, and 42473 funded all districts. Four new districts Clay Sioux Bremer Johnson may not use funds this year. Johnson may request later.
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Ex-Iowans oppose Hickenlooper vote on waterway
Iowa Society of Arizona members in Phoenix denounced Senator B B Hickenlooper's vote against the central Arizona project at their annual picnic. Attendees, led by Robert M Renaud, showed strong disapproval, while Roy Border was elected president and Ed Kellum second vice president. The group notes former Waterloo and Ames links among officers.
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Defense budget and policy clash outlines 1950 plan
The column argues war costs dominate the budget and sets a $13 billion defense cap. It rebuts claims of a Johnson-Symington rift, warning that critics push unnecessary spending or undermine efficiency. The piece advocates turning fat into muscle and using economy to strengthen deterrence without wrecking the economy.
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FOLKS By EDGAR A. GUEST
The poem contrasts heart and mind wisdom showing life lessons come from experience The heart learns pity and mercy while the mind seeks facts and flawless logic The piece notes sorrow suffering and testing moments that shape character and understanding through time.
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Edgar A. Guest
Electricity to all farms by 1954
Rural Electrification Administrator Claude R. Wickard said the program to bring electricity to farms should be largely finished within four years. He noted that as of December 21 nearly 83 percent of American farms had electricity, with the cost per kilowatt hour down to about 3.19 cents.
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Wickard Testimony Publicly Released Amid Traffic Safety Reminder
The 1941 five cent figure is noted as Wickard's testimony before a House Agriculture subcommittee was released today. A safety message urges travelers to drive slowly and allow ample time, stressing not to speed to avoid danger on the road.
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Atlantic Theatre Window Offer Sparks Commission Loss Claim
Vague notice warns buyers that purchasing tickets at the Atlantic Theatre window on Thursday and Friday could trigger a loss of commissions for Pres. Group 4. The message urges buying from meme hers, signaling a possible promotional dispute.
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