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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1944
Page
1
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The article argues that Allied plans for governing liberated territories lag behind military victories. It notes turmoil in Italy and France and unresolved Soviet relations with Poland and Balkan states. It contends the Nazis looted and enslaved with efficiency, while the Allies lack a workable postwar framework, risking a fragile peace.
The Marianas raids push within 1,000 miles of Tokyo and open pathways for bases though none are established yet. China faces a standstill with dwindling supplies, needing transport routes opened to sustain Allied aid. Vice President Wallace plans a trip to bolster Chinese support, seen as crucial to victory in Asia.
The article argues Germany lacks strength for a major counter attack in France. It suggests Berlin may plan a larger invasion or conserve manpower for a future move, but warns they must act soon or risk entrenchment of Allied forces threatening Germany. If unable, the outcome is deemed inconsequential.
Readers applaud the removal of center parking on Chestnut street praising improved Main street aesthetics and calling for permanent continuation. Mentions a new US fighter aircraft nicknamed Black Widow and notes German morale sinking with POWs and Gestapo officials predicting defeat.
War era column notes G2 D Day office move called in Pastaga building as the Allied invasion approached Cherbourg. It claims missteps and telephones torn out amid chaos. Mentions Navy leadership, King vs Nimits, and a push for equal status for Navy dentists and doctors through a House bill aided by Georgia dentists.
Poem contrasts child discipline with grandparent indulgence. It argues adults deny sweets and chores to children while approving indulgence for grandparents, claiming a paradoxical moral upside in the older generation's self indulgence. The piece reflects mid twentieth century sentiment on family roles.
Des Moines district court notes the appointment of Sid Harvey, 45, deputy district court clerk, as assistant Polk county attorney announced today by County Attorney Francis J. Kuble. Harvey succeeds Ralph Moore who resigned last March after being elected Des Moines municipal judge.
In 1914 Emma Butler won a piano prize in a Christensen Brothers store voting contest. Near winners included J Miller Gordon Anna Sorensen Adelheid N Hasel Perry Mrs Will White and Mrs J M Green Jr. Simmons was bruised after a car hit a culvert in Highland addition. L H Pine returned from a northwest trip. Merchant Greys beat a business men team 17 to 4. O C Conway and Dale Morrow starred. Mrs C A Day renewed her subscription to The News Telegraph for the 39th time.
Griswold Church of Christ pastor Rev Harold Maffit has assumed control of the Griswold Appliance Company in an emergency until a new manager is found. Sgt. and Mrs. Stanley Braden own the shop. Mrs. Braden plans to stay on the west coast with her husband before returning to run the business. A Griswold fire crew extinguished a truck motor fire at Pete Leach's Leach Feed store. only the motor was damaged.
A compact digest from The News Telegraph highlights top stories, briefs, and notable items captured from the day's edition. It presents concise notes on local events, politics, and community happenings with emphasis on timely, verifiable details.
Washington notes the supreme court ruling that insurance falls under federal law upending state regulation. Congress is urged to act and fund the 12th war loan drive as the nation awaits a broader legislative remedy amid ongoing defense needs.
Heads Foundation Des Moines vice president J. J. Newlin of Pioneer Hi-Bred Corn Co becomes president of the Des Moines Still College Osteopathic Foundation formed in 1941 to advance educational facilities and research at the college.
W V McNitt and I continue our annual spring pilgrimage to Sunnybank Pompton Lakes N J to honor the late Bert Terhune. Mrs Terhune sustains Bert’s spirit by reading aloud to shut-in elderly women and by keeping music alive with piano and organ recitals.
Mrs Ora Seeley of Griswold received a Life magazine clipping featuring her son Pfc Charles Seeley a marine in the south Pacific. The photo shows marines in the water amid wreckage before the Eniwetok atoll landing on March 13. Seeley enlisted in 1942 at San Diego and has been in combat for over six months.
Des Moines reports old age assistance granted to 51,326 Iowans this month at a cost of 1,457,896 dollars. Average payment per person was 28.40 dollars. Blind payments totaled 43,460 to 1,860 persons and aid to dependent children stood at 81,298 for 8,046 youngsters with average blind and child payments of 31.96 and 26.629 dollars respectively.
In 1943 New York farmers provided for every man woman and child 126 quarts of milk 12 dozen eggs 2% bushels of potatoes 45 pounds of cabbage and 35 cans of vegetables.
Public drive invites contributions to the Veterans of Foreign Wars Welfare Fund with a goal of 1 500 000 toward veteran rehabilitation services and enlarging the National Home for widows and orphans. Campaign runs through June and donations are accepted in person or by mail through Willard Roeske Weld war II Winsel Drake and Alva Wright Quartermaster.
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