15 Jun 1921
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1921
Page
1
Advertisement shows subscription pricing by carrier and mail, lists officers Chas F Chase E Chase Lydia R Otto, and notes The Associated Press holds republication rights. No clear date or location. indicates business and editorial offices at No 13 News department and telephone numbers.
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The piece muses on a reported million dollar boxing ticket sale and vast public funding, noting 60,000 fans, banded trains, and lavish comforts at Des Moines. It cites Illinois legislators, a 39 million omnibus budget, and large sums for universities, churches, and other plans, questioning the country’s real financial health as taxes rise and subscription drives surge.
The piece denounces high priced contractor fees draining the government and laments widespread taxation. It argues money is never truly destroyed and highlights calls for investigation into wartime profiteering and a revival of industry with firm action against the gentry.
The remarking of economic reform signals that President Harding will push to secure efficiency in government. It suggests a shift favored by the general populace while opposing entrenched, complacent job holders.
A newspaper forecast discusses the July match between Jack Dempsey and Georges Carpentier. It notes American fans eager for Dempsey to defend the title, while recognizing Carpentier as a European champion with a war record. The piece predicts a hard contest and favors Dempsey despite admiration for Carpentier.
The dispatch argues Attorney General Daugherty will probe war contracts to expose graft and reward for work done, urging public separation of innocent contractors from those who profited. It lauds President Harding for reducing government costs and pushing a business like administration, warning job-holders to align or face removal.
The Iowa Farm Credit Corporation began official operation after articles of incorporation were filed in Des Moines. With authorized capital of five million dollars, it aims to keep Iowa capital at work year round by lending on grain stored in licensed warehouses and backing farmer notes with warehouse certificates and grain as security. The system plans to issue debenture bonds, with banking leaders named to top posts, and promotes a safe, community-centered investment in Iowa.
The Mississippi Valley association promotes development across 27 states to create a unified region with 64 million people. It envisions extensive waterborne freight between Chicago and New Orleans, claiming vast factories and equipment already exist. Illinois notes state investments in waterways and rail upgrades to move freight by water, signaling broader participation.
The Towa Bankers Association promotes two directors from Des Moines and Mitchell as officers. F. G. Redfield serves as treasurer and a legal department executive secretary is mentioned. An attorney from Iowa Farm district is involved.
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