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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1946
Page
5
Lenox, Iowa, farmer Coffey, 63, died last night when his tractor overturned on him while crossing a ditch. The incident occurred about five miles south of Lenox.
Des Moines G P Thoreen of Harlan was elected president Otto Klimesh Spillville became vice president W E Witting Washington secretary and C C E Trukken Storm Lake treasurer. Des Moines boy Edward Wheeler age 12 drowned at Hamm's lake after cramps while swimming with friends. he was son of Mr and Mrs James W Wheeler. Four hundred top show horses expected at first annual Des Moines national horse show June 27 to July 2 as part of the Iowa Centennial celebration with total prizes of 25000.
Army spokesmen identified Major James A. Angel, stepson of Postmaster Leon Thorpe, Sidney, as one of two officers killed when their advanced trainer aircraft spun and crashed near Langley Field Virginia. Both officers were attached to the Tactical Air Command at Langley Field.
The Rural Electrification Administration approved loans to Pocahontas County Rural Electric Cooperative in Pocahontas for 225000 dollars, Hardin County Rural Electric Cooperative in Towa Falls for 110000 dollars, and Cooperative Electric Co. in St Ansgar for 94000 dollars.
Des Moines report notes Frank Miles, unopposed Democratic gubernatorial candidate, filed a statement saying he spent nothing in the primary. The filing shows total contributions of 1,110 dollars and expenses of 1,024.19 dollars. A E Austin of Oskaloosa, also unopposed for the Democratic nomination for U S representative from the fourth district, filed similarly.
Partly cloudy with scattered thunder “ever(s)” in the south and east this afternoon and tonight and in the extreme east Saturday. Cooler in the north and west, with cooling spreading to the east and south later.
The House, with enthusiasm, moves to pay about 15,000 past and present servicemen an average $250 for furlough time missed in uniform. The bill, supported as non-controversial, would base payments on two and a half days per month of service up to 120 days, with exceptions for those still in service, and allow claims by sworn statements. It would pay next of kin for deceased personnel, exempt payments from taxes, and ban cash in lieu in future wars.
A major blaze at the Armour Creamery and Poultry plant in Leon, Louisiana, last night destroyed three carloads of eggs, 500 live chickens and a carload of dressed poultry. Plant manager P. C. Iltis estimated the loss at $250,000 as flames raced through the two story building aided by a southwest wind and ammonia explosions in cooler rooms.
President Truman nominates Vice Admiral Ben Moreell, head of government coal mine operations, to four star admiral. Moreell, a civil engineer, currently directs soft coal mines under Interior Secretary Krug.
Chicago inquest hears fire started atop an elevator from a signaling cable. Witnesses note the loop hotel suffered about a dozen fires in a year with limited fire department calls. 59 victims died, including Opal Sweat of Tampa. City moves to close venues and tighten fire codes, with rebuilding plans and priority aid.
London crowds fill the capital for a nationwide victory parade marking Allied triumph. Officials expect 10 million or more to attend from dawn to after midnight, with a State Landau procession led by the royal family and cavalry.
The health secretary of India reports serious cholera outbreaks in Bihar Bengal and the United Provinces with weekly deaths of about 2400 1300 and 1700 respectively. All three regions now show a general decline in cases.
Buenos Aires announces thaw with Russia restoring full diplomatic and trade relations after 29 years. Moscow says ambassadors will be exchanged soon and Izvestia cites peace and security benefits. Peron proclaims move as part of collaboration amid past tensions since 1917.
Eldon Belt, a 60 year old Monmouth farmer, was found hanged by a rope at a pond edge. State's Attorney Henry D Lewis suspects foul play. Coroner Dr J O Firth said death by strangulation occurred about 12 to 18 hours before discovery. Belt was last seen at 10 p m Tuesday at his trailer home near Monmouth.
Officers to be elected at Cass county Red Cross chapter annual meeting this evening at 5 o'clock. Located at 5 East Fourth Street, the event invites anyone interested to attend.
Des Moines council bought a new fire truck six inches wider than the station door and now orders alterations to the building. Chief Slade had objected to the make, which would have fit. the cheaper New Bumper still barely fits after delays. Remodeling costs are expected to exceed six hundred dollars.
The Cole Brothers circus arrives in Atlantic Monday with 2:15 PM and 8:00 PM performances at the fairgrounds. From Omaha Sunday then Des Moines Tuesday for two days, the event features Cristiani Family bareback riding Lucio, Chamberlys, Davises, Orantes, Del Maris, Ruth Nelson and Flying Thrillers among others.
President Truman nominates Fred M. Vinson as chief justice and John W. Snyder as secretary of the treasury prompting expectations of quick Senate approval. John L. Sullivan would move from assistant to under secretary of the Navy as part of the same announcements.
Moose Lake Minn June 7 a tornado struck at 7 oclock damaging every house and business in the Carlton county village of 1500 people with some structures destroyed. No injuries reported though communications in surrounding farms remained down as reports were incomplete at mid morning. The storm brought heavy hail followed by wind and rain from northwest to southeast.
Des Moines reports a July 1 deadline for World War II veterans to file requests for the Iowa property tax exemption. Veterans must have their discharge on file in the county of taxation and submit the exemption request to the county auditor. Also noted, Robert H. Hagen of Anita discharged from the navy Monday at Shoemaker, California.
Senator Hickenlooper condemned OPA policy on a CBS radio address, accusing Bowles of price controls that hinder mass production and cause shortages. He cited meat and dairy scarcities and black market activity as failures of current policy, urging congressional action and new, evidence based administration.
A $900 million rivers and harbors bill was sent to the Senate after the House approved it 208 to 68. The measure funds navigation flood control and hydroelectric projects including sections of the Mississippi River between the Missouri and Minneapolis and at Lansing Indiana. Estimated federal costs listed are 93 880 for the first project and 39 700 for the Lansing project.
Stuyvesant Peabody, 57, head of Peabody Coal and related fuel firms, died today from a cerebral hemorrhage. He led multiple energy enterprises and his death leaves the industry to mourn a veteran executive.
West coast ship owners agreed to offer terms to three CIO maritime unions amid a broad labor stalemate. A White House briefing described the outlook as "pretty bad" as 40 ports’ leaders met to map strategy. Talks in Washington aimed to avert a June 15 walkout. a fresh round of conciliations and strike polls followed in San Francisco Los Angeles and Seattle.
Des Moines reports Iowa led the nation in veteran placement by the U S employment service with 73.2 percent of male placements from Iowa offices versus a 56.3 national average. Veterans advocate John H. Quigley cites preferential treatment by Iowa employers.
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