18 Jun 1956
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1956
Page
1
The article warns that long standing waste hazards threaten civilizations and that radioactive waste could become a serious menace as the world begins to use atomic power. It notes rising natural radiation levels and urges study before advancing nuclear weapons experimentation.
Traffic statistics show that many deaths arise from traffic violations and enforcement depends on public demand. If drivers decide to obey laws, enforcement will rise and highway deaths will fall significantly.
The piece argues that a nine hour transport strike in Manhattan shows the blessings of small town living. It notes NYC workers spend hours commuting and that system breakdowns leave many stranded due to insufficient cars and cabs, causing widespread disruption beyond strikers.
Illustrative of thaw in Soviet relations a June 1945 move allows five copies daily of the international New York Times to be sold in a Prague hotel. Readers may buy the paper as free propaganda, a step forward from previous Moscow mouthpieces. In the U S, Omaha gangsters face charges in Des Moines for another robbery tied to a string of similar crimes, with suspects repeatedly released.
Bolivian Vice President Hernan Siles Zuazo led a four man race with a strong early lead and won the Sunday vote promising reforms in tin mine control and land redistribution for landless peasants. The 42 year old longtime MNR figure seeks U S aid to combat inflation while ruling as a moderate.
The Atlantic News Telegraph lists publication schedule evenings except Sundays and provides subscription rates. Rates vary by delivery method and location, with local carrier options and mail prices for Cass and adjacent counties, other Iowa areas, the U S and Canada.
The Washington Merry Go Round reports Mayo Clinic data show ileitis recurrence up to 65 percent after lower bowel surgery. Two specialists warn a second operation may be needed, noting unclear causes and ongoing patient risk for President Eisenhower and others.
Poem fragment reflecting on living fully from January to December and daily moments. It contemplates work and play, birthdays, faith, love, aging, and the care for others as life ends.
Poem by Edgar A Guest from 1956 titled Living, Here you are no longer living. The verse reflects on mortality and remembrance in a simple, direct voice.
Three top Democratic presidential hopefuls will visit Iowa within five weeks to court delegates for the national convention. Adlai Stevenson will start in Mitchellville July 20 21 or 22. Averell Harriman will speak June 30 at Oxford near Iowa City and visit Iowa City and Oxford. Harriman invites Iowa delegates to meet him in Iowa City. Delegation comprises 48 delegates with half votes and was not instructed at the state convention.
A 1956 King Features Syndicate health column notes premenstrual tension affects 20 to 75 percent of women in child bearing years and can trigger mood changes, fatigue, insomnia, migraines, and even marital strain. It urges frank discussion and medical relief from a doctor.
Robert Herridge, producer of Studio One Summer Theater, is hailed as a rising force in network television drama. He aims to build a gallery of characters through serious character development and human nature insight, associating technique with revealing character across 13 weeks of Theater and 10 weeks of Studio One episodes.
Shirley Watts, daughter of Mr and Mrs Clark Watts, is seriously ill at University Hospitals in Iowa City with lockjaw after injuring her foot on a stone ten days ago.
More than 1,200 Iowa 4-H Club boys are expected in Ames Tuesday for their annual convention and three day short course at Iowa State College. The program includes courses and demonstrations on farming advances and trips to research fairs. Martha Glenn of Mitchellville will greet the boys at the Tuesday evening session.
The new $275 000 Methodist Church in Emmetsburg will be dedicated on June 24 after a mortgage burning ceremony retiring a $40 000 loan. Gerald Ensley of Beece assisted by Rev L H Preul Algona district superintendent and Rev E F Martin current pastor lead the dedication services.
The Audubon area faces a district extension to northern Audubon county with plans to close rural schools. Elementary schooling would stay at Gray Viola Kimballton and Audubon for K6 while junior and high school run through Audubon. Possible new Kimballton elementary and improvements at Gray and Viola Center are urged with a 1 million dollar program and a 17 million dollar PV valuation.
News-Telegraph notes motorists must stop fully at stop signs, not just slow down, to avoid accidents and ensure traffic safety. Authorities stress complete halts and cautious intersection checks for all drivers.
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