03 Jun 1949
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1949
Page
1
The piece notes rising savings and liquid assets totaling 213.25 billion dollars in the United States, with debt at 30 billion and a projected return of business via price adjustments. It argues high savings sustain purchasing power and shield against a future downturn, barring a sharp drop in wealth.
A Kansas wheat belt visitor notes farmers have earned wealth from recent bumper crops and are buying electric organs and other luxuries. After years of hardship and failed crops, the harvest mood is upbeat and fortunes seem to rise as the season begins.
After World War II Europe faces a persistent soap shortage. CARE and the American Hotel Association lead efforts to ship soap in relief packages, with other groups aiding. The text warns deprivation spreads disease and misery, urging donors to include ample soap in shipments to Europe.
Storm Center notes the recurring bitterness around Chairman David E. Lilienthal of the Atomic Energy Commission. Critics seek his scalp, yet supporters see a capable manager unafraid of political pressure and unlikely to bow to politicians. He repeatedly finds himself at the center of public skirmishes.
Editorial briefs note a language translating electric brain could have aided students in Latin and French studies. It mentions observers anticipate a major federal scandal in plane contract lettings with contract cancellations costing about 100 million dollars and alleged political motives. The ongoing investigation may reveal startling facts related to these cancellations.
The verse explores how a man plays many roles from youth to old age. It suggests learning lines of life that cover sadness joy wisdom strength and weakness. It notes time changes roles from lover to father to worker as life unfolds.
Poem fragment notes that through life both good and ill every man plays many roles, a line from Edgar A. Guest dated 1949.
Five Iowa farm women were named master farm homemakers by Wallaces' Farmer and Iowa Homestead. The honorees are Mrs. Earl Dean of Mason City, Mrs. Arthur Tibben of Victor, Mrs. LeRoy Witmer of Tipton, Mrs. Ed O'Neil of Terrill, and Mrs. Merle Twinam of Crawfordsville. A luncheon honored them and their families where pins were to be awarded.
The Atlantic News Telegraph announces editor D Simpson and contact details. It lists publication notices, associations, and varied subscription rates for carriers, Cass county areas, Iowa and U S mail, and Canada with dates of establishment and association memberships.
reflections on Jefferson Davis born 141 years ago and life after war. portrait of Jack and Althea Glenn at Glenhill Irvington with their rehabilitated property. party for Clare and Burton Davis 28th anniversary. debate over education and a child tragedy. notes on leaves and garden labor.
Hollywood child star Margaret OBrien starts voice acting as Alice in Disney's Alice in Wonderland after leaving MGM. The 12 year old signed a contract rumored at 3000 dollars weekly, with the salary not disclosed. Her mother Mrs Gladys OBrien Sylvia says MGM released her for lack of story.
Washington column details President Truman’s reaction to the army's proposed citation for Gen Lucius Clay. It claims Bradley wrote a harsher version, later altered by Truman, and notes broader political tensions over military control, intelligence, and cabinet disputes.
In Waterloo district court a petition challenges a 70 000 dollar trust fund from the will of Dr W B Small. Income to go to those who believe in the fundamental principles of the Christian religion and the Bible and who promote them. The dispute cites lack of consensus on what constitutes such principles.
A safety warning urges pedestrians to walk against the traffic on open highways to improve visibility of oncoming vehicles and reduce collision risk for drivers and walkers alike.
The DDT misting program begins Monday in Audubon covering business and residential districts. Sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce the effort aims to eradicate flies and mosquitoes and prevent an outbreak of infantile paralysis.
Children’s Day services will be held at the morning worship with the Sunday school presenting the program Our Father’s Business led by senior high representatives Tat Hannon Suzanne Kinnersley and George McNary. The organ will be played by Mrs Harold Shringer. Delegates leave for Blair Nebraska for a senior high summer conference.
Infant Mary Ellen Johansen daughter of Mr and Mrs Everett Johansen was christened at morning services last Sunday at the Lutheran church. Forty guests later gathered at the Johansen home for a picnic dinner. The Sorensen family joined the guests and Mrs Johansen had previously lived with them.
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