24 Jan 1958
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1958
Page
1
The editorial urges broad support for the presidents proposed laws to curb union power. It asserts unions have suffered from crooked leaders and huge wealth abuses, justifying protections for rank and file members and cautioning opponents who seek to control unions. It calls for united backing of the presidents plan.
The piece argues that trade unions and military pacts push Europe toward a united states of Europe. It suggests expanding trade with satellite states, possibly Russia and Red China, to ease East West tensions and move toward broader world peace despite risks.
The Atlantic area faces a potential collapse of the Community Chest as major groups like the March of Dimes Red Cross and Heart Fund stay outside the drive and quotas lag. Donors misread giving to one charity as sufficient, risking added burden on civic volunteers and the Chest's future.
The president and many economists expect a mild, short downturn as government pledges no deep recession. Citizens should pay debts quickly and reduce backlogs while avoiding heavy reliance on government aid, which might not be sufficient to cover obligations, risking losses of homes and property.
A benefit auction will be held in Audubon on February 21 to raise the final $10,000 for the proposed home for the aged. The inter denominational Friendship Home Association aims to complete the half million structure with furniture and fixtures. General chairmen are Oliver Roberts and Griffin T. Eggers, with Audubon County Farm Bureau and the Chamber of Commerce aiding the event.
Sixteen Campfire Girls and leaders Mrs. Gene Sanders and Mrs. Raymond Thompson take the junior first aid course conducted Monday evenings at the fire station. Instructor is Mrs. Herbert Hansen, R.N.
The item lists newspaper name details and distribution options with editor contact and office info. It provides subscription rates by carrier in Atlantic, Cass and adjoining counties, elsewhere in Iowa, the U. S. and Canada, with timeframes from one month to one year.
Drew Pearson reports a secret memo alleges FCC commissioners took free gifts from the radio TV industry and discusses ex parte contacts and fraternization with license applicants. The document spurred debate in the Moulder committee but was suppressed.
A reflective poem urging humility before death. The speaker invites readers to visit graveyards, read names of past heroes, and learn that the world continues without individual greatness. It emphasizes humility, the inevitability of mortality, and the enduring flow of life.
A physician explains onychomycosis commonly called fungus infection or ringworm of the nails. One nail is usually involved at first but may spread. symptoms include discolouration and ridging. Treatments include Whitfield's ointment, short X-ray therapy, and ammoniacal silver nitrate. prevention tips urge avoiding excess moisture and consulting a doctor for diagnosis.
At the Cumberland telephone company meeting on January 17 Michael Pettinger was elected manager to replace Wendell Scott who resigned. Board members include George Steffen as president Alvin Brahmer as secretary Gilbert Lacey as treasurer Floyd Sherwin Bruno Behrends Gail Becker and Frank Boose. Telephone operators rehired are Harold Lewis Mrs Lehman and Mrs Ida Roberts. Mrs George Connor will replace Mrs Ewald Jensen who has resigned.
Four hands are analyzed for responder after a two hearts opening. With each hand, the recommended response is given: 1) two notrump, 2) three hearts, 3) three notrump, 4) three hearts. The guidance emphasizes avoiding encouragement without sufficient trump support and signaling values and distribution to inform the opener's plan.
Washington reports 1957 realized net income from agriculture about 11.9 billion dollars, roughly 1.6 percent below 1956’s 12.1 billion. Officials cited bad weather lowering cotton harvest and noted final figures due in March.
The report notes that cotton prices paid to farmers were lower than anticipated, reducing growers' earnings and impacting market outlook for the season.
Audubon county records show births 213 in 1957 up from 210 in 1956 and deaths 95 up from 93. divorces fell to five while marriages dropped to 60. County Treasurer Fred Erdwins collected 1 453 607 72 in taxes with 195 356 from auto licenses. The Amazon River is noted as 4 000 miles long.
The Washington Monument is listed at 555 feet 5 inches tall as part of a historical note.
Merle Peterson of Audubon Bagley & Co was elected president of the Audubon Chamber of Commerce at a Thursday evening gathering at the Dinner Bell Cafe. Herman Brekke moved to the executive committee. Dale Levis and Alan Quisen named first and second vice presidents. Whitey Christiansen back as secretary manager. Four new directors take office including Perry Roberts and Wes Roberts.
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