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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1945
Page
1
The Atlantic News Telegraph lists pricing for subscriptions by carrier and mail, along with a delivery notice instructing subscribers to call 7 pm if they miss the evening paper and to notify the office for address changes or discontinuations.
The piece argues Congress risks politicizing the administration of vast taxpayer funds by reshuffling control from the commerce secretary to Wallace or another appointee. It questions political motives behind Wallace’s candidacy and cautions against replacing expertise with partisan favoritism while noting Wallace’s honesty and leftist leanings.
A stark wartime prophecy describes ruthless Russian tactics and massive anticipated casualties as the Red army overruns Poland and pushes toward the Reich. It warns Germans and propagandists of terror and the end of civilized restraints in a climactic invasion.
Amid broader war news, Burma details show British American and Chinese forces clearing the Burma road for use, with Japanese forces in retreat and near collapse. Victory in Burma could sever Japanese East Indies links, boost China supplies, and affect Pacific strategy. Dogs crowd schoolyards, awaiting owners as a normal sight. New York plans two meatless days weekly to curb shortages paralleling wartime efforts.
The piece notes a shift of control to the White House for the January 20 ceremony, with limited crowds and invitations. It contrasts past grandeur with wartime practicality, cites Senator Wheeler and isolationist views, and discusses bipartisan coalitions and peace efforts amid global conflict.
Drew Pearson compares the Soviet push into Poland and toward Germany with the U S Normandy assault, noting artillery plays a key role and warning on how Todt and Siegfried lines may stop the Russians. He also criticizes U S training and favoritism in army navy promotions and outlines postwar job planning.
A quote notes that an order from an official family member clashes with President Roosevelt who insists on direct consultation. The remark highlights tensions in the administration over who controls directives and how they are issued.
A column talks of war weariness and the few who mislead about ending wars. It outlines two rules to spot real party line communists and cites New York streets and a young man from Greenville, D. C., keying a New York visit and a shoulder pain anecdote.
The piece discusses Republican leverage with Southern Democrats, Brownell's warning, and rumors that War Mobilizer Byrnes and Roosevelt are divided. It notes Byrnes' indirect communication with the President and hints at a strained relationship influencing policy directions.
Elk Horn Rev and Mrs Ira D Halvorsen report their son Lt Yra David Halvorsen has been identified as a German prisoner by the Red Cross. He served as a navigator on a B 17 bomber and has been missing since December 5 1944.
A reflective verse piece contrasts worldly wealth with enduring friendships and wisdom. The quatrains explore values like faith, beauty, song, wit, and patience while noting the limits of change in words and lines.
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