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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1961
Page
1
The piece argues the Kennedy administration pushes for more spending across housing unemployment medical care for the elderly rural aid agriculture schools space exploration and defense. It contends this pattern increases federal debt and taxes and that higher outlays are unlikely to continue.
A midtown New York blackout highlights society’s dependence on machines. When power failed the city’s elevators and subways halted, forcing workers to rely on physical effort and sparking lasting fears of underground confinement.
The piece argues U S fear of Moscow is unfounded given Western Europe and the United States' military and economic lead. It warns Moscow’s danger lies in ideology as the Reds push communism worldwide and exploit unrest among colonial peoples. Without a Western shift to counter this, Moscow could gain influence despite military might.
The Senate confirmed Joseph C. Swidler a longtime public power advocate and former TVA general counsel to the Federal Power Commission. Republicans raised no opposition but warned Kennedy could face a fight if he seeks to replace chairman Jerome Kuykendall before his term ends. Confirmation was by voice vote with no roll call.
The Agriculture Department announced that 1961 crop soybean price supports will extend to producer owned and controlled cooperative soybean marketing associations. Previously supports were available only to individual growers. Cooperatives may obtain supports for all members without each member applying separately.
The Atlantic News Telegraph lists subscription prices for local carriers and mail rates across Cass and surrounding counties, with annual and half year options. Rates vary by location and delivery method, detailing in county and U.S. regions and international Canada mail.
Drew Pearson reports in the Washington Merry-Go-Round that Adlai Stevenson visits a South American country favorable to Cuba. The piece claims the USA offered 35 million dollars against Russia's 150 million and then hesitated. It argues hard-drinking diplomats hinder U.S. abroad.
The piece argues U S assistance to Bolivia has lagged and bungled under Castro s influence while Khrushchev s tin refinery offer and Soviet aid pressure Washington to act. It notes Bolivian public sympathy shifts toward Cuba, a stalled ambassador confirmation, and diplomat misconduct fueling anti U S sentiment in La Paz.
A humorous verse contrasts a courteous elevator gentleman with rude driving behavior. It humorously notes refined manners in public while criticizing selfish road conduct that endangers others and insults pedestrians and passengers alike. The piece ends urging drivers to be gentlemen on the road.
The gold Albert Medal of the Royal Society of Arts was awarded to German American architect Walter Gropius for contributions to art manufacturing and commerce. The RSA cited his influence on modern design and architecture in Britain and abroad.
A health column explains muscular dystrophy can be detected by chemical analysis before symptoms appear. It describes progression from the trunk, spreading to limbs, with signs like winged shoulder blades and a glassy stare. Management includes massage, exercise, and calorie restriction while researchers seek a cure. Dr. Ferne invites reader questions.
In Honolulu, Admiral Harry D Felt and Pacific command officers discuss Far East security as the Hawaiian Islands serve as a defense hub. The piece notes the region's strategic role, personnel levels, and ongoing military modernization affecting ships and technology.
Iowa Employment Security Commission ruled that Mrs. Dada V. Dunlap of Davenport is entitled to unemployment compensation after leaving Davenshire Inc. with good cause. The decision overruled an appeal tribunal that found no good cause, noting enhanced production from preferred work and a new machine, despite later reduced piece rates.
A general from the U S armed forces with over twenty six years of service draws a monthly pay of one thousand seven hundred dollars.
In a four hearts bid South faces a spade lead and, after trumps and spades are drawn, attempts a diamond queen finesse that would jeopardize the contract. The correct line discards from dummy, clears all critical suits, and guarantees defeat of the two remaining clubs. South uses elimination to ensure the contract regardless of opponent play.
A. C. Gandy offers fishing worms on an honor system placing boxes on an outdoor table for self service day or night. He notes customers never short on money and sometimes pay extra. He says fishermen are trustworthy and sticks to bait business.
In Dubuque the Iowa State Federation of Post Office Clerks elected a new slate. William Gump of Mason City was chosen president and six vice presidents were named along with Robert Donohue among others.
Residents on the East Side and West Side routes listed contact numbers 12173 and 1665 for issues with missing deliveries. Additions Highland and LaVista further noted with phone lines 27R3 and 17718. Peirtown and Zurfluh additions 19093 and 14133. Delivery failures must be reported before 7 p.m.
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