23 Jun 1955
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1955
Page
1
The piece argues that liberty outvalues dictatorship gifts, using Peron in Argentina as a case. It notes the poor gain short term benefits while the rich suffer, and that attacking the Catholic Church helped spark rebellion. Over time masses revolt as costs of tyranny rise.
The article reviews the first decade of the United Nations noting ongoing challenges from Soviet communism and the threat of world domination, while highlighting achievements such as UN actions in Korea and the Israel situation and the organization’s pragmatic, not centralized, role.
A contemporary view argues juvenile delinquency could lessen if youths earned their own spending money. It says children should value money and property, but notes that minimum wage laws and parental attitudes toward easier lives hinder work. Parents are urged to change this trend.
Senator Benan Knudson chairs the Tax Study committee and has sent exit surveys to about forty state organizations requesting recommendations on tax matters. The committee will review the responses and, if adopted, submit them before the next legislative session. The aim is to save money at the state level by applying practical, homegrown solutions.
A Pennsylvania motorist’s arrest after shootings over glare highlights a heated reaction meant as a cure for light disputes. The piece ridicules draconian measures and lampoons Russian diplomats shifting renderings from harsh to friendly in quick policy spins.
Des Moines reports the State Executive Council scrapped plans to remodel an old unused building to house a new gasoline testing machine. A spokesman said an architect for the agencies was involved in the new state office build.
Entry records show mailing rates and memberships for the Iowa Press and National Editorial Associations under the 1870 act. Fees listed include one year by mail in Cass and surrounding counties at 3.75 dollars, three months at 3 dollars, one month at 1 dollar, with inland options and varying rates for other regions.
Drew Pearson outlines Senator Prescott Bush wealth and secret expense funds while opposing salary increases for colleagues. The column questions prereqs for Congress membership based on inherited or acquired wealth and notes Bush’s refusal to disclose fundraising from wealthy friends.
A fragmentary text recalls a birthday party with candles and singing. The piece mentions a joyful gathering, a cake, and the mood of celebration attributed to Edgar A Guest with 1956 copyright notes.
A continuing Population Reference Bureau study indicates current trends show insufficient replacement for the existing generation. Researchers warn the birth rate remains below replacement levels, suggesting long term demographic shifts.
The Iowa Department of Agriculture reports livestock dominated farmer income between 1940 and 1953 with cattle calves pork and dairy goods providing major shares. Cattle and calves and crops contributed differing percentages across the two periods, while poultry and eggs and dairy showed declines. The text also notes average 1965 car headlamp figures for comparison to home lighting.
The article discusses money value and the lack of a universal standard. It traces gold as a historic base, notes Britain’s move toward free gold markets, and outlines arguments for convertibility to stabilize currencies. It argues Europe’s reliance on American aid and warns against price manipulation and low wages as means to gain advantage.
Officials of the government advisory committee on weather modification say evidence is inconclusive on the practicality of rainmaking. Gardner notes the panel expects reasonably definite answers for Congress within about a year and cites unresolved basic questions despite nine years of experiments.
Western European nations weigh steps toward convertibility of their currencies amid growing trade ties and budget concerns. Officials in several capitals discuss reforms, with France and the United Kingdom cited among potential reformers and market implications noted for investors.
The United States Air Force will start a prior service re enlistment program on July 1 open to qualified veterans with valuable skills. The policy aims to retain experienced personnel by changes in grade determination enlistment bonuses assignment areas and skills priority.
Gov Leo Hoegh operated a backhoe to scoop the first dirt at a groundbreaking ceremony for a $30 million expansion program in Davenport. The event marked the start of the project as officials eyed construction milestones.
Hoegh recalled selling aluminum pots and paten at the Davenport ALCOA works and Muscatine counties ago. He praised the Devon port area and said the region is expanding due to strong labor management and local ties.
The North Iowa Conference of the Methodist Church ends its session and schedules a gathering in Mason City. The group reaffirms opposition to universal military service abroad and approves a report urging withdrawal of troops from foreign countries.
Reading across carriers shows differences in wages among classes and regions with some workers earning around $14,000 yearly while others report lower totals. Details reflect early 20th century payroll patterns and company practices across rail networks.
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