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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1951
Page
1
Opinion piece argues Western strategy favors buying time to cure world evils and soften communism. It contrasts slow gradualism with hawkish approaches and cites MacArthur’s return to debate, noting Western Europe’s communist weakness and Soviet satellite unrest as evidence.
The report describes a atomic test vaporizing a steel tower and questions the sheer force unleashed. It emphasizes the overwhelming scale of nuclear power and warns that such force could be used against any city in a future war, challenging humanity to comprehend its implications.
The piece argues Radio Moscow attracts converts in the American Midwest as the U S tries to promote democracy via radio. It contrasts Moscow’s propaganda with Voice of America claiming Americans will weigh the facts and recognize communism's faults.
The article reports that crops in the area are coming up well despite heavy rains while some land will fail. It notes a dreary drought in the southeast and states Iowa will produce as long as rains continue but nothing grows if drought worsens, highlighting regional differences in crop outcomes.
The piece condemns narcotics sales to youths in major cities, blaming greed for driving the trade. It calls for severe punishment of drug dealers and laments waning hero worship after General MacArthur’s Houston stadium speech amid sparse attendance.
Local tale recalls Boston screw tail pups for sale at fifty dollars each, Norman Sandhurst offers a nickel instead. A Shenandoah woman, an old friend, sends a note after seeing a recent TV appearance, expressing quiet support.
A call from Phil Chinits sister in New York corrected a June visit to July. He delayed his departure by one month after learning the correct travel dates. Meanwhile Jiggs drew remarks about his motherless situation as neighbors observed twenty eight wild ducks disperse on Henry Schwartz’s South Chestnut pond.
The Walnut Federated Garden club hosts its third annual flower show at the Meth odist church on Thursday afternoon June 28 beginning at 1 30. Mrs C B Hausen of Clarinda will lecture on June Flowers and Their Arrangement. Entries include three sprays of stalks, flower arrangements and potted plants with Mrs Clarence Walter, chairman, overseeing along with Mrs Robert Bigelow and Mrs Harry Hass.
Jesse Zimmerman has left for Iceland to be employed there. He sailed from Norfolk, leaving his wife and family at her parents’ home in Anthon.
The Griswold religious vocational school, run by Rev. J. L. Mackin and the Sisters of Mercy from Council Bluffs, operated five days with a 9 am mass at St. Mary’s Catholic church. All-day sessions were held at the school for 28 enrolled students.
The notice lists subscription prices for Bun Day and Tag Pub Co in Sania Iowa dated Jan 4 2013. Rates include carrier and mail options across regions: Atlantic Cass adjoining counties Iowa elsewhere in United States and Canada with annual, half year and quarter year terms.
Drew Pearson reports the Senate committee's Arabian American oil findings sit in a justice department pigeonhole while statute of limitations nears. The probe alleges overcharges to the Navy, inflated royalties, and possible criminal cases against oil firms. Ex Governor Thompson profits from OPS departure, touting quit story while facing 53.48 daily claims.
The speaker muses on differing paths to truth and the value of friendship. He questions why grave quarrels arise from differing visions and argues friends with shared truth seeks should meet in harmony rather than division.
Viota Frederic McDermott traveled from Norfolk to Virginia to spend Father’s Day with his parents the Fred McDermotts. After a short vacation he heads to New York City to finish a fine arts course at William and Mary College in Norfolk, seeking transfer to complete the degree. He has also worked for Foote Bros. Brokerage Co.
Extra-Rev. E. Stringfellow, Bible college teacher at Drake University, will present an illustrated lecture June 21 on the Holy Land and Egypt. He and his wife have recently returned from those regions.
The Wiota Methodist church hosted a two week closing program for its summer Bible school. Activities included piano solo by Mrs Lamar Gardner Kindergarten song primary Ten Commandments Ruth Johnson and others. Superintendent Mrs Acker awarded certificates and a fellowship hour followed with refreshments.
The Casey The Methodist church daily vacation Bible school closed Friday with a picnic dinner in the church parlors. About 69 children were enrolled. Teachers included Mrs. Ross Walker Mrs. G Kirkpatrick Mrs. Howard Mark and Misses Evelyn Maxine Martin Alice Spain Shirley Kunkle and Janette Maas. Class members presented a program Sunday in the church.
Donald Ching er of Waterloo Des Moines was elected Grand Commander of Iowa's Military Order of the VFW at the convention's opening session in Des Moines.
Dr James W Fifield Jr leads a 56 member group proposing a national religious festival for Americas 175th year of freedom under God With bells rung nationwide at noon on July 4 clergy from all denominations preach on freedom and citizens read the Declaration of Independence The author argues this embodies the nations creed and urges timely preparation while noting historical faiths and Puritan roots.
Roger W Babson reports in New York that Russia may not start World War III before winter as supply lines and power matter, with US and Allies able to outproduce. He predicts a lean six months ahead with a wartime shift in industry, potential unemployment, and a fall rebound. Presidential politics loom with Truman’s reelection odds tied to war fears. He notes a forthcoming national election and the possibility of delaying conflict beyond 1952.
The article notes ongoing questions over German force size in defense planning and the potential command of the North Atlantic Fleet by American Admiral Kina Fechteler. British objections and French election timing add to unsettled choices as Allied leaders discuss postwar arrangements.
Local notices report Anita Hyndman enlisting and sent to Sheridan Field for basic training. Sgt Robert Armstrong and family visit from Lackland for three weeks. Eddie Howe leaves Walnut for service duty. Max Woolard and family on rotation furlough from Fort Riley after Korea service. Bobbie Woolard finished basic training at Carswell and moves to Tupeka. Bob Dean on 36 day furlough with wife and father to report to Fort Campbell in Kentucky.
The Rev Alta M Nichols a 14 year pastor at the Methodist church has been assigned to the solo church position while the local church awaits a pastor.
Anita and Bill Shaffer move to an apartment at the Wm. Janssen residence on West Main. Glen Wolford will move his family into the Janssen home he recently purchased, while the Shaffers remain in the apartment.
Beverly Pop of Cumberland and De Etta Brownfield of Anita will depart Sunday to Grinnell for Hawkeye Girls State representing their Auxiliary units. They were chosen for leadership courage civic pride cooperation sportsmanship and good character and will receive special government training.
Audubon presents Lest We Forget a sacred music program with uplifting message at First Methodist Church on Monday June 18 at 8 00 o clock. Ivy Walsh and Al Walsh headline with concert stars from the We Remember NBC Sunday program.
Edward Wiese age 26 of Elbow Lake Minnesota received a 15 year federal sentence for the 911,629 dollar robbery of the Dallas County Savings Bank at Minburn on May 1 last year.
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