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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1958
Page
1
The piece critiques aid to the Dominican Republic amid reports of graft by Jumur's son the country’s “play boy general.” It suggests the dictator and his father may channel US funds into personal accounts while the US aids the nation under economic strain, provoking taxpayer irritation.
The road De Gaulle pursues in France grows harder with time as many political groups from extremists on both sides resist. The French government has long failed to unite these diverse factions, and De Gaulle must find a way to satisfy a broad majority to advance his program before the path becomes untenable.
The piece argues that two years of unified Democratic control in Congress would bring trouble due to the party's deep split over segregation. It suggests that but for Democrats the segregation issue will not be quieted and could affect the next election.
A week of showers soaked the farming region and shifted anxious looks to optimism. Crops remain unharvested but prospects for the coming weeks improve, as rain boosts soil moisture and crop growth in irrigated and non irrigated areas alike.
The Good Old Iowa Bank clearings for the period through May rose 7.1 percent, signaling stronger state economy. Concurrently Iowa State Press association dailies hit an all time high circulation, suggesting a link between prosperity and newspaper readership. Reading ads in papers is shown to help save money.
A poetic piece by Edgar A. Guest contrasts wealth gained by vice with maintaining high ideals. In Season City AP reports about about 100 Licensed Practical Nurses Association of Iowa members gathering for their eighth annual convention in Season City, with sessions starting Monday.
The Atlantic News-Telegraph lists publishing details at 14 Chestnut Street Atlantic Iowa with editors Phens and D Simpson. It notes publication schedule evenings except Sunday and outlines subscription rates by carrier and mail inside Cass and surrounding counties and nationwide.
The column explains Sherman Adams used his influence with the FTC to affect actions on Bernard Goldfine’s wool labeling violations. Goldfine owned Northfield Mills, Lebanon Wollen Mill, and Strathmore Woolen. Howrey led the FTC and had ties to Firestone. The 1956 recommendation for criminal proceedings was overruled after Adams arranged a meeting with Howrey.
A column describing politics, safety issues, local golf humor with a killdeer nest, model plane enthusiasts, and Atlantic weather with turning lawns. The piece blends social commentary with light local color and notes on hobbies and community events.
In a duplicate bridge match B Jay Becker Y achieved a top score with a twelve-trick play sequence. The article outlines the declarer’s endgame where careful discards and trump management forced West into a losing discard choice, yielding twelve tricks and a slam-capable result.
The Virgin Islands about 40 miles east of Puerto Rico were bought by the United States from Denmark in 1917 for 25 million dollars.
In a Q and A format, Dr Bundesen explains stroke causes and preventable risks. High blood pressure and clotting conditions are linked to strokes, with signs like temporary weakness or visual trouble signaling possible events. Anti clotting drugs may avert strokes, and treating heart disease reduces risk.
Cedar Rapids AP report at the North Iowa Methodist conference says district Methodist number 150,500. Property of the church in the 52-county northern area is valued at 32,700,000 dollars.
Seven Atlantic restaurants and cafes join with the Atlantic Theatre for a Wednesday night ad buy to urge families to dine out and see films. On Thursday June 19 diners at participating venues receive a group admission ticket to the Atlantic Theatre for $1.00, valid that evening. sponsors include Atlantic Hotel Coffee Shop, Van's Chat & Chew, Truck Stop Cafe, Union Bus Depot Cafe, Calumet Cafe, Whitney Hotel Coffee Shop and Young's Restaurant. Cut your speed when dusk falls you may save a life.
A vintage column offers practical advice from packing for trips to choosing gas ranges and safe kitchen habits. It includes methods for frying cucumbers, speeding gas cooking, and tips on baby care, ventilation, and medicine safety for summer. The piece blends household hacks with brand mentions like Northern Natural Gas and Iowa Electric Light & Power.
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