15 Jul 1939
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1939
Page
1
Des Moines readers are informed of The News Telegraph subscription rates including carrier and mail options for Atlantic and Cass counties. A delivery change or discontinuation notice requires calling before 7 pm to 585 M, with instruction to contact the correct newspaper office, not the carrier.
J O Fudge argues readers would benefit from fuller coverage of state and national laws, even at the expense of sports stories. He notes readers focus on headlines and sports, and suggests papers adapt as the nation matures to value essential legislation.
The essay argues that federal expenses affect all citizens, not just those who pay income tax. It notes unseen taxes totaling 66 percent of all taxes, paid by every citizen, and urges broad concern for how federal money is raised and spent.
An Omaha father, an immigrant with first papers and hopes of citizenship, brings his son to the police after discovering theft. He explains he plans to study civics and be a good citizen, arguing immigrants can strengthen the nation.
An editorial warns Hitler Mussolini and Stalin to study Louisiana’s fate after Huey Long’s death. It argues dictatorship breeds chaos upon demise and likens Japan’s actions to a brittle ego and risky power grabs that could bring disaster.
In this Pearson Allen column, New Orleans Mayor Robert Maestri is labeled kingpin over two political machines, backing Huey Long’s legacy. The piece recounts his silent, strong-armed style, ties to gambling and rackets, and his influence in state and city, with notes on associates and allies.
A film scout reported Storm Lake could host a MGM production with Van Buren as star. The city’s scenery, including a lake background, matches requirements and may attract a moving picture crew.
The article visits St. Mary's in Cretecoll Hudson just north of the Bronx, noting John Holton's Bolton windows the dice window and crucifixion dice motif. It recalls Irving's ivy from Abbotsford and Perry's bell with a Mexico link and a historical marker by the New York Historical Society. Dr Baldwin describes a medium low church with simple services and ivy from Argonne.
A clipped, reflective passage notes peace and worship beneath oaks and maples in Scarborough on Hudson, far from city clamor. It mentions Irving's fondness for meditation in the serene setting as part of a 1939 McNaught Syndicate copyright.
A quiz lists ten questions covering topics from anatomy to astronomy and sports. It asks about a pulmator, Mussolini violin playing, gold weight, Polish harbors, Canadian river, paradisiacal pronunciation, Dutch ruler, dry measure bushel necks, sidereal time, and Joe Cronin's MLB club as manager.
A whimsical verse urging kindness and neighborly harmony. It pokes fun at petty quarrels and noisy pets as it lampoons small town frictions, ending with a declaration of charitable deeds and civic good will.
An automobile thief stole Tandy Allen’s car, wrecked and abandoned it, leaving a hymnal as payment. The book was found open revealing the tune Pass Me Not, suggesting no one provided payment as claimed.
A humor column narrates unintended license violations by Lookin Around staff in Atlantic Iowa, admits two years of driving without valid permits due to misdated licenses, and notes they have now renewed to comply. It also lists local anecdotes about license issues and a desk-change at the motor vehicle department in Des Moines.
Quote attributed to Daniel Webster about truth often being more powerful than force, noted for its paradoxical phrasing and assertion of truth's strength.
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