17 Jul 1928
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1928
Page
1
The editorial discusses Governor Al Smith as a Democratic candidate, praising his openness on religion and campaign leadership. It contrasts Smith with Herbert Hoover, urging Republicans to stay vigilant, avoid underestimating the opponent, and recognize Smith’s political impact and coalition potential in the race.
The piece argues the South could swing toward Republicans in border states like Tennessee North Carolina and Kentucky while West Virginia remains GOP. It condemns colored Republican officeholders in the South and urges a sober minority party to counter Democratic dominance to prevent political tyranny and ensure national balance. It notes white Southern resistance to Black officials and calls for a more respectable Republican organization built on merit rather than graft.
The piece argues Gov Alfred Smith of New York cannot be elected president in November but urges Republicans to stop underestimating his appeal. It praises his honesty and courage on liquor policy and notes his rise from New York's East Side and his own efforts shaping support, while stressing that candidate views will matter more than party platforms.
A reflection on the coming ninth wonder through television and radio transmission of live scenes. predicts rapid development, lower receiving costs, and the end of prohibitive equipment as future generations witness marvels beyond current imagination.
A Nebraska bank guaranty program, long touted as a model, shows signs of unraveling as the state supreme court rules that state takeover only temporarily alters a bank’s creditors’ relation. The fund’s future hinges on solvency, potential liquidations, and heavy demands on solvent banks, signaling a push toward receivership and upheaval in Nebraska banking.
An annual report of the Nebraska guaranty fund commission as of 1927 shows after sixteen and a half years the fund had handled 191 banks with 121 in receivership and 57 still operating. By February the number of going concerns rose to 72, and authorities urged a tax to cover liabilities. About $29 million owed to depositors existed, with only $10 million recoverable from liquidations, leaving large sums at risk if receiverships rose. The fund has paid ~14 million to depositors and solvent banks have already paid over the fund’s entire capital stock. Potential court-ordered liabilities could cost tens of millions with interest, threatening annual assessments and fund solvency.
Editor News Telegraph notes powerful rhetoric at conventions contrasts with the harsh ledger of crime costs. It warns Americans that the nation faces a bill exceeding 10 billion dollars yearly, equating to about 80 dollars per person for 120 million citizens. The piece urges reduction of crime through decisive action.
A fragmented Chicago July item questions government spending and danger to the nation. The note ponders redirecting crime from one section to another and suggests burning the monster with a tongue of flame to end the threat. It cites a four billion dollar annual cost and adds a speculative one billion figure.
Iowa letters from Des Moines Webster City Marshalltown Jefferson Bee Chronicle debate Hickman case and Hoover praise. Writers discuss party strategy, platform aims and how a majority should act, with sharp digs at Governor Smith and political tactics.
A fragment titled Lyrics of Life by Douglas Malloch recalls a mother’s influence as children face modern temptations. It laments new tricks of life and urges returning to a mother’s guidance, praising the steady, teaching hand that shaped early character.
In a 1928 verse by Walt Mason, the speaker laments the burdens of a public hero. He mocks endless applause, staged gratitude, and the pressure of constant performance while yearning for private rest and simple labors away from the cheering crowds.
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