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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1956
Page
1
A group of Congressmen visit the Grand Canyon to probe the 128 fatal tw plane disaster, though their purpose and potential findings remain unclear while they inspect wreckage and consult expert investigators. The effort raises questions about its value and use of public funds.
A tribute to Bert Jeck highlights his national political work in Iowa and his Atlantic legacy as a generous helper. The piece notes his countless small loans, given as gifts, and portrays him as a cheerful, friendly man who aided many. He leaves mourners who recall his ready aid.
Dr Townsend outlines a two percent tax on incomes over 250 dollars to fund payments to people over 60 who cannot work. He envisions a third party to push the plan, but a Des Moines meeting drew only 50 attendees. He opposes current social security, while critics doubt replacing it. Kidnapping is condemned as a national menace and should carry severe punishment to deter repeats.
New York elects Bishop Gerald Ensley of Des Moines area as vice chairman of the Commission on Church Union of the Methodist Church. The panel studies church union and confers with other denominations to pursue unity within Methodism.
John Deere Tractor Works in Waterloo will close Monday through July 30 for inventory. General manager Harley A. Walden announced on Saturday that operations will pause to complete the annual count.
The Atlantic News-Telegraph announces evening publication except Sunday with editor D Simpson and offices in Atlantic Iowa. It lists memberships in state and national press associations and provides detailed subscription rates for local carrier and mail across Iowa Cass counties US and Canada with yearly and short-term options.
Drew Pearson reports CAB and CAA buried warnings on DC-7B propeller changes and electrical fixes that could have prevented near tragedies. Pan American delays, then mandates follow a Venice landing and Oregon coast ditching. Political and international notes accompany the aviation focus.
A short verse celebrating outdoor play in all weather. The speaker describes summer sun suit warmth and rubber rain gear, claiming joy in outdoor running and splashing for a carefree child, with a closing note on dressing properly to enjoy any weather.
Germany West Germany's lower house approved conscription for the new Army amid protests by Chancellor Adenauer's Socialist opponents. The draft law goes to the upper house where a solid government majority secures final approval.
In Naples Italy a 120 year old apartment house collapsed on Monday killing eleven residents and injuring others. Emergency crews searched the rubble as rescuers worked through the wreckage.
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Clyde Spry urged the Legislative Interim Committee to approve 45000 dollars to buy grasshopper poison for highway rights of way. He warned time is urgent as infestations threaten corn alfalfa and farm income. The department started with 10300 dollars, but Spry says that is insufficient.
Dr Bundesen outlines causes of asthma attacks and summer pollen triggers. He notes immediate airway blockage by mucus, the role of inhalants, and the problems from prolonged exhalation. Tips include doctor patient cooperation, drugs, exercises, and common sense to reduce attacks.
Supporters of Adlai Stevenson foresee a Democratic nomination next month with Sen Sparkman and Sen Lehman backing a first or early ballot victory. Gov Chandler cautions against bandwagon optimism and notes Stevenson’s weak Kentucky showing in 1952 may limit prospects.
Elaine Bebensee begins as a switchboard operator in Anita at the West Iowa Telephone exchange. Niagara Falls tops lists as the No 1 honeymoon spot for both Canada and the United States. World population grows by about 40 million annually. Order extra Atlantic News Telegraph copies in advance. An 84 bed hospital exists on the U S aircraft carrier Saratoga. Do not drive after drinking.
Shaikh Hamid of Pakistan, part of an International Farm Youth exchange, arrived Thursday at the Elmer Sornsen farm east of Elk Horn. He will spend three weeks there and is one of two Pakistanis who will spend nine weeks on Iowa farms. Hamid, 26, is married and speaks English fluently.
The American Bible Society distributed 3 540 770 volumes of sacred scripture across Latin America in 1955. Salmon do not eat when returning to freshwater to spawn as they migrate upstream.
District Judge J. J. Kittleman enjoined the carpenters and laborers locals from picketing the Spencer Construction Co. working on an addition to the Southwestern Federated Power Cooperative Plant in Creston. The company said the pickets aimed to force contract signing and labor agreements.
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