09 Jul 1949
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1949
Page
1
The piece notes opposition to government oaths for teachers by labor leaders and the National Education Association. It argues loyalty should be shown by actions, not oaths, and suggests teachers resent being singled out while defending citizen loyalty in general.
The piece contrasts rising U S unemployment with Russia’s supposed absence of unemployment, arguing Russia’s system forces work and suggesting severe penalties for noncompliance. It notes U S employment remains historically high aside from 1948, framing unemployment figures as less terrifying.
Senator Taft holds a unique position in public life as a powerful Senate leader. Although rejected as a presidential candidate, he commands respect across parties and can influence the president, making him one of the nation’s most powerful figures.
Excessive humidity grips Iowa causing damp basements and lingering smells. Housewives battle mildew as the usual dry hot period expected through August falters. Basements and contents suffer while housekeeping routines are disrupted across many homes.
The column weighs the Hiss case amid global housing shortages and poverty. It notes millions in Europe lack homes and basic needs, warns of peace threats, and argues wealthier nations must lift living standards. It also discusses Alaska’s appeal and the link between British and U.S. economies, urging support if needed.
My mother's sister stays single to care for me while mother insists she is a hard to please lady. Several suitors came before, but stopped visiting and no one knows why. Dad says I am lucky to have an old maid aunt, since married aunts spoil children and then refuse to buy what parents deny. Boys love an ignorant devoted spinster aunt.
A light verse about a spinster aunt who spoils a boy with gifts while noting that excess cake and costly toys can upset a stomach. The speaker, a grateful child, celebrates the aunt who indulges him though his mother may withhold.
Adair announces its annual fall festival August 18 and 19 with four Diamond Amusement Co rides plus shows and concessions. The Commercial club names committees and reserves food stands for local organizations. Don't drive if you drink.
The notice lists publication details for the Atlantic News Telegraph including editor F D Simpson and postal registrations. It itemizes subscription rates by carrier and mail, with regional pricing for Cass county Iowa and neighboring areas, and U S and Canada rates.
The article highlights Mississippi Congressman Whittington as chair of the public works committee, pushing for water conservation funds for his state while limiting allocations to Washington Oregon and Idaho. It also covers nostalgia pieces on Vice President Barkley and postwar Soviet-Czechoslovak tensions, plus remarks on Ed Prichard and Vinson.
Del Mar California hotel to open a four room suite with five thousand dollars in special furnishings for Rita Hayworth and Aly Khan when the racing season begins. Manager Owen Nichols says ownership plans for the actress and her party of twenty two but questions how to serve Aly Khan's exotic foods.
The playground will open Tuesday at 1 30 p m at the Kimballton public school with Mrs Niels Overgaard in charge and assistance from mothers of attending children.
The CIO United Auto Workers local at John Deere Des Moines plant orders about 1,300 workers back to work Monday after agreeing to arbitration. The strike began July 1 in protest of 36 firings and 130 suspensions tied to an unauthorized stoppage amid a production speedup dispute.
The British dollar shortage threatens imports and potential unemployment as Britain and the sterling area pursue dumping to earn dollars. The piece criticizes heavy U S involvement while noting Britain’s push toward nationalization and the cost to the United States.
A clipping discusses the British dollar program and asks two key questions about affordability and American interest. It weighs whether the United States should participate and supports the argument from a viewpoint concerning our people.
Horace Nelsor Jn and Norm Helmes recount a fishing mishap with a bullhead and tangled lines. A radio tribute to Atlantic is announced for WEB Kansas City. Various quips follow about fans, a tomato, and a misadventure by Lou Heath. A Griswold boy and sister buy 400 words of candy after a grocery errand.
Kimballton resident H C Nordby was treated after a mishap near Avoca when his car slid into a ditch leaving the front end damaged. He suffered a cut on the arm with blood loss but no broken bones. Emil Novlick is hospitalized in Carroll after a bad injury.
A weed cutter incident left a man hurt after stepping into a machine while moving a board. Lyle Faaborg broke his wrist on his farm east of town. Linda Jensen had tonsil surgery last week and is recovering well.
A cautionary note urges drivers to avoid speeding or unsafe passing on curves to stay alive tomorrow. It emphasizes careful driving and urges adherence to road safety to prevent accidents and injuries.
Anita Lad Hur t An ita Donald Palm six son of Milo Buckley injured while his overalls caught in a hay rope pulley at grandparents home Harry Phippen. Small finger left hand badly chewed and both hands rope burned in incident Wednesday.
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