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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1947
Page
1
Notice to subscribers from the Atlantic News Telegraph business office. The text outlines advertising rates and subscriber service details and mentions changes for U S and Canada mailing options. The fragmentary notice references the News Bureau staff and asks subscribers to update delivery information.
The Atlantic Memorial Hospital fund drive launches strongly with over 100 subscriptions of 600 dollars or more. The campaign seeks 150000 dollars to build a first class hospital serving the community, whose need and benefits are emphasized by local supporters.
The United States holds 21.6 billion in gold while other nations total 15.3 billion. To sustain global commerce, nations must barter since gold scarcity would endanger currencies. The United States will face this shift if it aims to grow as a world trade power.
The Massena storm delivered a terrifying moment but passed quickly, leaving residents to rebuild. The Massena bank operates in temporary quarters and other businesses continue, demonstrating the town’s resilience and stubborn resolve against nature’s force.
The article notes Indians are not eager to expel the British and hints that independence has been offered. It argues India may accept dominion status with a federal division into Muslim and Hindu states, hoping for internal peace the route to stability under outside guidance.
Editorial briefs warn that white grub pests persist despite rain and batter house screens. Hotels renew selling of advertising due bills as a sign hotels seek customers rather than refuse rooms amid weak postwar demand.
John L. Lewis faces a strategic clash as coal operators reject wage boosts and walk out, aiming to force President Truman to sign the Taft Hartley bill. The payoff hinges on a looming strike while operators stage a public confrontation, shifting blame to the administration. The piece also notes related political maneuvering including efforts to retry South Carolina lynchers and Axis Sally cases, with various figures and events sketched across Washington.
A short poem reflecting on the small acts of love that prove thought and care. The speaker recalls a man who brings inexpensive trinkets to loved ones, signaling affection through simple surprises and steady home life rather than grand deeds. The family cherishes these quiet gestures.
A New York theater column notes Life With Father approaching 3,183 performances on Broadway on June 14, surpassing Tobacco Road and rivaling past long runners. It recalls aging skyscrapers like the Singer and Chrysler towers, compares them with Woolworth and Empire State, and blends show business lore with urban sights.
The Extra Garden club planned a Monday bus trip to Nebraska City was postponed due to heavy rains. Several locals visited family and attended events over Memorial Day weekend, including Snowy departures and long detours caused by washed out bridges.
Mrs Roy Lile and daughter Mrs Mildred Hockenberry and son Bob visited Dexter Sunday at Franz Lennacher's home where Lennacher bought two Palomino riding horses. Mr and Mrs John Small and her brother Woods Saar left Friday for Saar home in Long Beach California. He has been here a week on business and visiting relatives.
Washington reports a senate public lands subcommittee said explosives used improperly caused the March 25 Centralia mine disaster that killed 113. The report finds negligence by management, miners, the Mine Workers' union, state and federal bureaus.
CBS offers Ex periment in Living based on a University of Iowa study at 6 30. A Memo to You with Jean Hersholt follows, plus Victory Jury. MBS airs Eisenhower addressing the 35th division reunion in Kansas City at 9 15 and a D-Day anniversary program at 9 30 with Doo little and Douglas Fairbanks Jr.
Berlin June 6 Dwight P Griswold Truman appointee to head the U S mission to Greece said America spent billions fighting World War II and must be willing to spend money to prevent another He favors using economic strength to stop wars before they start citing Hungary as an example and warning communism thrives on distress Greece is a country in distress and people should be allowed to choose their own government.
Extra Ruth Struble Lavonne Williams and Mary Louise Wheeler, 1947 graduates, entered the American Extension business school at Omaha on Monday.
A Des Moines letter carrier asked the attorney general if Iowa has an anti dog bite law. Ira Buckles replied there is no such statute and carriers must sue dog owners for damages.
Extra-Mrrs. Ed Carper hosted Tuesday with Mrs. Carrie Christensen and Mrs. Carl Stanley assisting. Officers elected include Mrs. Fred Nelson president, Mrs. R. H. Payne vice president, Mrs. Roy Hensely secretary, Mrs. Charles Powers treasurer, Mrs. John Tibben chaplain, Mrs. Jeff Watson sergeant at arms, and Mrs. Vincent Jensen historian.
Officials advise drivers to take it easy on the road and allow extra travel time. The message warns against speeding and emphasizes planning ahead to avoid delays and reach destinations safely.
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