19 Jan 1923
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1923
Page
1
Published for Atlantic subscribers the News Telegraph lists advertising rates and carrier options. It notes price structures for U S and Canada foreign mail and urges readers to call Red 402 before 7 PM to arrange evening delivery, clarifying not the News Telegraph number.
The article examines the collapse of the German mark worth about 23 to 24 cents prewar and dropping to 23,000 per dollar, noting widespread issuance of marks and the impossibility of redeeming vast paper money in good values if Germany regains prosperity. It discusses inflationary causes and investor losses.
The piece argues fiat money failed as value collapsed and denounces government overreach in social regulation. It condemns permissive democracy that panders to the unfit, praising discipline and individual responsibility while warning of a degenerate future ruled by mediocrity and censorship.
The piece argues advertising wastes hundreds of millions yearly and condemns indiscriminate spending. It urges distinguishing proven media from fake outlets, supports a committee to screen proposals, and recalls how a prior Atlantic Credit Association plan protected merchants from dishonest advertisers.
The death of actor Wally Reid leaves the film world in mourning. He was widely praised for clean, wholesome roles and a career built on portraying the better things in life. Reid’s films were beloved by audiences and his legacy of decency is noted as he is remembered by managers and fans alike.
Chicago Betender notes editorials in the Boston Herald arguing for and against race mixing as a path to progress. The piece cites examples across nations and mentions figures like Poe Twain Edison Pushkin and Tennyson to illustrate mixed descent. It argues for acknowledging intermarriage while asking if purity matters to progress.
A fragment from a column features Aunt Dorcas, an ancient maid, berating children for minor mischief. The Busy Spinster frames her as crusade minded, charging through accusations as kids hurry home to avoid her scrutiny.
A fragment from a 1920s humor column blends satirical verse and pointed quips about marriage, divorce, tax, and social rules. It mocks aunt figures enforcing moral codes, urban vices, and petty provincial laws while weaving in wry adages about autos, hotels, and taxation.
Tom Sims quips that the best place on earth is often elsewhere and that business could improve quickly if it were illegal. He notes bootleggers fare better in winter when summer heat makes overcoats uncomfortable, illustrating a wry take on prohibition era smuggling.
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