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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1950
Page
1
Rep Mason of Illinois argues that government services cost the average U S family about 32 dollars weekly, more than their food bill. He suggests many wonder if value matches outlay as waste in government is cited and taxes remain largely hidden from taxpayers.
The text argues for a new, more stirring national anthem to unite the country during flag day week. It notes France has a famed anthem and cites the Star Spangled Banner as admirable yet insufficient for grand patriotic impact.
The UN faces paralysis as the V8 refuses to recognize China and Russia withdraws from most departments. Nations want recognition of the Chinese government as a practical step, while the United States resists and is urged to follow the majority.
A group of businessmen proposes doubling real wages in 30 years. The plan hinges on boosting production, since wage gains must come mainly from higher output. Short term increases may rely on price rises or reduced profits, but sustainable growth requires a production increase.
The text discusses possible disarmament efforts for this and other nations. It notes the world may not be ready, but is closer than ever, and calls for a United Nations police force to enforce rulings before individual nations can reduce armaments to a minimum.
Observers claim Russia fears mass opposition if war starts. They cite popular dislike of the communist program as Moscow avoids war while government aims to close tax loopholes. The speaker supports the program but opposes its purpose of extra spending over tax relief.
Poem humorously reflects on wisdom in defeat and social vanity. It playfully contrasts alibis for failure with graciousness toward winners. A light tone mocks the so called ladies man and questions social invitations and care in daily life.
Hollywood film star Mickey Rooney marks his silver anniversary as an entertainer. He began in vaudeville at age three with parents Joe Yule and Nell Carter and has acted in 75 movies since 1934.
Audubon county seeks $32,000 more by July 1 to qualify for federal matching funds for the Audubon County Memorial Hospital project. Total contributions reach $18,000 with $210,000 on hand from bond issues and $10,000 from A R Andersen estate. hospital cost $390,000. Contributing groups include PEO Sisterhood, Audubon Garden Club, Business and Professional Women's Club, Rebekah lodge, Audubon Lion Club, Ross Evangelical United Brotherhood, Tuberculosis and Health Association, Community Chest, and Eastern Star.
Vermiculite, discovered in the sixth century, becomes a latest development in construction. Used as plaster and concrete aggregate, it offers improved fire protection and insulation while lowering the structural dead load.
Rates listed for subscriptions by carrier in Atlantic and mail outside Iowa. Details cover Cass county and surrounding areas, Iowa cities, U.S. destinations, and Canada with monthly, quarterly, half year, and yearly options. Includes editor and office contact lines.
A 1950 column recalls GOP senators Brewster and Ferguson tapping Howard Hughes's line and a bureaucrat being forced to resign. It links to a Rhode Island Bielaski wire tapping report, Amerasia, and calls for prosecutions, while contrasting reactions by republicans and the Senate. It also discusses diplomacy, travel ambassadors, and a 1950 Puerto Rican air tragedy with language barriers.
Audubon Al mb Abbertsen 17 of Douglas township was elected president of Audubon County girls 4 H at rally day in the city auditorium. She is a senior at Audubon high school and has served as historian and president of her club. Other officers are Shirley Molgaard Viola township vice president Shirley Johnson Sharon secretary treasurer and Linda Aikman Lincoln historian.
The feed mill at the A. D. Hayes grain elevator in London was destroyed by fire Thursday. Manager John Hanks estimated the loss at 20 thousand dollars.
Vacation Bible school began in Kimballton and will continue for three weeks from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. Forty pupils enrolled. Teachers include Anna Rasmussen of Grand View College and Esther Jensen. Additional teachers are Rev. Holger Strandskov and Mrs. Strandskov. Activities cover Bible study crafts gymnastics and folk dancing. An afternoon preschool class runs 2:35 to 4 p.m. on the playground led by several assistants.
George E. Sokolsky argues that US railroads once proud now face over regulation and subsidy by government. He cites Clement of Pennsylvania Railroad on regulatory growth and a shift toward state control, noting the paradox of subsidies to rivals and mail subsidies to airlines. He warns such “grey” economics threaten initiative and efficiency.
The Audubon board of education plans to award the new grade school contract within a week or ten days after earlier bids were deemed too high. Architect Joseph Radotinsky was ordered to revise plans and meet bidders to discuss bid revisions, per Dr. H. K. Merselis president of the board.
Grand Master Glenn Radcliffe of Burlington announces appointments within the Iowa Grand Lodge 4 F and A M Ralph C Brown of Broomfield is named deputy grand master and G E Farmer receives related duties as part of the recent slate of posts in Boone County and surrounding area.
Cedar Rapids official Clell M. Shriber Des Moines Harry A. Glover Decorah J Elliot Grayson Cedar Falls listed in visiting fireman ranks Dont drive if you drink Lincoln elementary Lakewood safety patrol first girl captain Jane Esley 12 killed when her bicycle swerved into an automobile last night The article records a local casualty involving a student and notes safety warnings.
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