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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1926
Page
1
Notice to subscribers about delivery times and options for Atlantic readers. Details include editorials and advertising representatives, office locations in Chicago and New York, and various carrier and mail subscription rates. A phone number is provided for evening delivery requests, with a caution that it is not the News Telegraph number.
In a chaotic public affairs page the News-Telegraph questions how much pressure and PR shape the Abnee Semple McPherson kidnapping story and notes developments may reflect clever manipulation. The Senate defeats the McNary farm relief measure, signaling limited relief prospects this session though debate continues among supporters and critics.
A garbled Washington dispatch discusses Calvin Coolidge era fears of a political trainer figure. It notes suspicion of a weapon, public discomfort, and the idea that leadership popularity has waned, with references to party leaders and November timing. The passage reflects unrest over the trainer’s influence and broader campaign dynamics.
A fragmented Senate vote shows Republicans and Democrats divided as 45 members supported and 24 opposed the bill, with several pairs announced across the body. The article notes a poor day for the Senate and warns Western sentiment may fuel protests and the anti Coolidge stance in the region.
Business leaders urge immediate effort to revive a declining small town. The message stresses urgency across the region, insisting delay risks further stagnation as local commerce relies on collective action. Adlai’s call resonates as a pivotal moment for community renewal.
Fragmented OCR text advocates unity for the county farm bureau, urging local business and farmers to back the group. It mentions Atlantic ties and farmers as main allies, but the wording is garbled with stray phrases about duty and friends. The readable parts suggest a public appeal in the city to support farming interests.
A concise tribute honors Atlantic and Gass County residents for their exemplary conduct and public spirit. The notice highlights communal efforts, integrity in service, and broad civic pride across the region.
A fragmentary report claims Grover Cleveland Alexander formerly of St. Paul Neb was released by the Chicago club and sold to the St. Louis Connels amid speculation over his reliability The note compares the idea of taking or leaving the drink to a cautionary life lesson and mentions the dangers of overindulgence in a colorful era context
In London Premier Baldwin received 8090 pipes of gifts amid odd remarks. A misread wartime item mentions army worms damaging corn crops and a beauty contest winner tied to a football star. A Memphis judge reportedly drank five gallons of evidence while investigating cases.
A narrator extols thrift and frugality, salvaging rusty nails, strings, and scraps to save money. He contrasts practicality with grand wealth, arguing that time and tiny savings add up, while warning that excessive penny-pinching without value yields little reward.
The editorial laments Iowa’s provincial outlook and economic stress across sectors. It cites Harvey on national wealth gaps, notes the auto era reshaping industry from farming gear to shoes and coal, and argues Congress neglects other industries while gravity of agriculture looms. It urges balanced relief amid looming gloom.
Omaha scientist Dr. F Gilder and Iowa State Society representative Fred Yocom led excavations on farms near Crescent and the Council Bluffs area. They opened a mound on John Kirkwood's farm and found earth and artifacts suggesting an ancient tribe that practiced cannibalism and fire use. Excavations continued as workers probed the mound depths to illuminate early American races.
Des Moines officials announced an elephant exhibit at the state fair grounds. A steel hangar will house the display with modern aviary pens and bird quarters. The building is to be finished before the fair, showcasing durable construction and a wide range of creatures.
At a special election in Cen ter township consolidated district Glenwood II 223 votes were cast with only one vote against dissolution. Voters chose to revert to the pre election status. Seven school houses were affected by the move.
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