12 Jan 1927
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1927
Page
1
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A fragmented national debate erupts over presidential actions and party loyalties. The piece notes shifts in support as Chicago papers back away from their editorial stances, while Senator Brookhart faces tax investigations and political pressure. Government figures cast blame on Mellon and assess implications for American policy.
An article by Sophie Irene Loch argues marriage cost and practicality shape young women's choices. It weighs love against needs, urging women to seek a partner who is a true helper and provider rather than marry for pity.
A fragmented letter or column discusses tax collection practices and the idea of a "tax ferret" exposing unassessed taxes. It questions who should collect and forfeiture actions, debating fairness of per cent charges and treasurer duties amid unclear details.
A fragment notes Senator Courens began investigating more than a year ago after being made chair of a committee tasked with uncovering irregularities in income tax filings. The piece hints at a broader inquiry into Holpiguenctes and related financial matters.
A fragmentary readout notes Senator Gould of Maine testified on January 7 before a Senate subcommittee probing his alleged part in Canadian New Brunswick railway deals in 1912. The inquiry, led by Senator Wath of Montana, centers on payments from his campaign fund related to a construction firm.
Senator Gould detailed a New Brunswick political dispute after Premier Fleming Wett left office. He claimed Premier Clark demanded a $50,000 contribution to advance rail legislation, which Gould said was refused. Gould cited a Maine paper quote about his group withdrawing from the enterprise amid government pressure and a $100,000 contribution from New York capitalists to Premier Fleming, tied to hoped-for railroad legislation. He said claims against the provincial government, totaling over $400,000, would not be allowed without the payment.
Editorial urges centralizing state primary matters with the state highway commission to avoid delay and cost. It criticizes Secretary Ramsey for proposing to curb gasoline dealers profit and discusses Omaha’s high prices, taxation, and the need for individual competition as a price regulator. The piece praises Atlantic’s business condition and urges local merchants to make 1927 a strong merchandising year with a robust News-Telegraph distribution to 1,000 homes daily.
The poem portrays a townsfolk debate over a fountain that a creator claims will bring pleasure and kindness. A gray dame questions the motive while others insist the poet aims to aid the people, yet doubt lingers about true intent and human goodwill.
Fragmentary OCR quotes discuss a man likely to run for coroner or county office, suggesting a campaign crowd and election rally. It mentions fifty cents to influence voters and cites a phrase about implied advertising stunts by opponents. The source framing is stylistic and lacks clear facts.
The Willys Knight Great Six, a new advanced car line, unveils during the New York show. It offers a five body types including sedan and roadster variants, with emphasis on serviceability and smart design by Willys-Overland engineers.
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