11 Jan 1962
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1962
Page
1
A fragmented discussion weighs liberals spendthrift attitudes among rich heirs in politics. The piece notes recurring claims that money solves national problems, questioning whether wealth correlates with liberal political stances and urging periodic reflection on spending and policy.
A San Antonio paper notes that Congress is in session and must solve numerous problems. It argues legislators must address both state and world issues, and that their task is difficult yet they continue working, with members rarely retiring voluntarily.
The article notes a move to narrow self serve soft goods stores with lower prices and standardized stocks. Many shops imitate smaller communities, run long hours, and plan changes within five years including displays and merchandising. Capital stock may be doubled and par value cut to 3.50 per share with March 1 dividend.
The piece alleges connections among Henry J. Kaiser, McCone, and others over air transport contracts including C-119 planes. It cites a GAO review showing a $1,390,100 per plane cost against Fairchilds $200,000 and mentions a luncheon with Kaiser influencing a dividend discussion.
Ames AP reports Iowa bridge height plans discuss an 85 foot clearance for a Le Claire to Le Moyne span. The U S House approved a 55 foot clearance bill last year, still awaiting Senate action. Names listed include James Mapleton. King Solomon mines tale mentioned as production hopper for the state.
A deaf woman Nancy narrowly avoids collision as article discusses limits of hearing aids and inner ear science. It cites Meniere’s disease and side effects, noting billions suffer ear problems and researchers struggle to view the inner ear.
The January meeting of the Order of Eastern Star reported installation of 20 officers led by R. G. Neacarrow as worthy patron and Mrs and Mrs Bob Miller as associate matron. Doris Jo Steffens stationed at Mare Island Naval Hospital. leaves canceled. Peter Vierck re elected elder and Norman Wells trustee at Zion Lutheran Church. Iowa sweltered as 10 day subfreezing spell broke with noon temperature rising. A 1982 note recalls Major Raymond Johnson’s Sacramentan wedding anniversary and a large military call with eighteen men leaving Atlantic for service. Atlantic Chamber of Commerce spent 13,001 in community programs.
Washington AP reports that government price supports for the 1963 crop feed will remain at last year’s levels. Secretary of Agriculture Orville L. Freeman outlines 1963 supports for corn 1.50 per bushel or 74 percent of parity. soybeans and cotton targets near parity. rye 0.89 per bushel or 89 percent of parity. flaxseed 0.88 per bushel or 18 percent of parity.
Mrs. Ivan Vet terick of Filedwood Minnesota visits her daughter Mrs. Norval Kerkmann at her home for an extended stay.
The article notes changes in the European Common Market affecting U S exports. It cites rising export sales reaching a record $99 billion and mentions a new role for the department in expanding activity, with references to Nowell and commerce department actions.
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