26 Feb 1948
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1948
Page
1
The item lists postal designation, office contacts, and Inland subscription rates for Atlantic Iowa. It notes editors and managers, the Des Moines News Bureau, and pricing for mail and carrier deliveries across Cass county and broader regions including U.S. and Canada.
The essay argues that wealth builders of the past advanced national growth through risk taking and innovation. It contends that removing profit incentives via income taxes may hinder future exploration, frontier expansion, and development of new worlds, affecting national progress and tomorrow’s world.
The piece argues that in communist states the government prioritizes state needs over people. It cites Bulgaria where dams precede footwear, and Russia's drive to rebuild industry ignores housing clothing and fuel shortages for citizens. It claims Moscow cares only about production goals and military power.
A Rochester New York boy writes about his dog Spot as a calm companion who differs from busy adults who incessantly say Do or Don t. The piece contrasts quiet companionship with constant activity and praises relaxing moments with a trusted pet.
The piece notes a labor saving device show and recalls old home practices. It argues that budget reductions are needed nationwide including the Midwest and Iowa. It asserts Czechoslovakia will resist Soviet control and likens Czech resolve to Finland against communism.
Des Moines reports G. E. Whitehead publisher of the Perry Daily Chief and former Iowa legislator filed for state senate nomination. Whitehead, a Republican, seeks to represent Dallas Guthrie and Audubon counties in the senate after serving in the 1945 and 1948 sessions.
Texas congressmen led by Ed Gossett plotted a southern caucus to oppose civil rights. Sam Rayburn called the delegation to oppose a group pledge while others like Wright Patman and J M Combs urged restraint. A steering committee drafted limited anti civil rights resolutions with John Rankin demanding stronger language. Army censorship and air program notes follow with Gen White defending press access and Brewster pushing a broad aviation plan.
Grant The Thimble club held its Thursday afternoon gathering with Mrs. John Culbertson elected president, Mrs. Paul Karnal as vice president, and Mrs. Owen Muller as secretary treasurer. Mrs. Ivan Finnell led the entertainment segment.
Two 18 year old youths James Armstrong of Rock Island Illinois and Frank Merrill of Evanston Illinois on probation for grand larceny and burglary admitted stealing from eight Lake Geneva summer homes valued at 2000 dollars. Armstrong received suspended prison terms totaling four to eight years while Merrill was placed on probation with work placement ordered by Judge Roscoe Luce.
A passage describes the Appalachian Trail as a 2050 mile route from Maine to Georgia for foot travel by hikers, noting it is not suitable for biking despite the term biker's trail appearing in the text.
A writer recalls the Westminster Kennel Club show at Madison Square Garden with 2,600 dogs including cocker spaniels and Bedlington terrier winner owned by the Rockefellers. He notes breed types, noted personalities like Captain Kidd, and mentions spring gardening amid snow and a Henderson Garden Guide anniversary.
Delegates at Lake Success pause for 24 hours to regroup on the Palestine partition issue. Officials expect Andrew Gromyko to speak, possibly challenging U.S. enforcement of assembly decisions as the round of talks resumes. The United States and Soviet Union had backed partition since November.
Sia rejects assembly verdicts on Greece Korea and the little assembly. Gromyko may avoid introducing arguments that could be read as urging direct action against the Soviet Union for non-compliance.
Rock Island Illinois. The annual financial report of Royal Neighbors of America shows admitted assets of 119,694,148 on December 31, 1947, up 4,313,794 dollars or 3.74 percent from 1946, with earnings reported by the society.
The report shows an 8.21 percent net interest rate on benefit funds. Insurance in force increased by 7,712 to 378,785,970. Membership grew by 8,523 to 583,443. Certificates in force rose by 8,095 to 517,268. New paid for insurance totaled 26,181,400, up 2,611,467. Income reached 12,629,624, up 189,249.
Water service will be shut off Friday February 27 from 5 p.m. until about 2 a.m. to replace a broken fire hydrant. R C Dwyer superintendent Municipal Water Plant urges not to drive if you drink.
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