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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1946
Page
1
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A highway patrolman cites dangers of speeding and alcohol causing accidents. He argues for a clear state speed limit to enable easier arrests and convictions, noting current Iowa law allows 80 mph if the road is clear. He warns drivers that speed endangers all on the road and that enforcement should reflect that reality.
A speaker argues faith among nations is essential for peace. Nations cannot be coerced into harmony. a global police force must replace national armies, with disarmament tied to mutual trust and acceptance across peoples and races.
Editorial brief notes that Nebraska may exceed pre harvest wheat estimates, with Kansas and Oklahoma cues. It promises more help where food is scarce, while noting meat shortages need not harm households as vegetables are plentiful and meat can be limited to two or three times weekly without impacting health.
The whon daily vaca tion Bible school of the Church of Christ and the Methodist church closed Friday with a Pioneer park picnic for 150. Sunday night’s program at the Methodist church drew a full house. Enrolled 80 pupils, 10 teachers, five helpers. A large offering was taken for next year. Activities included worship, hymn study, Bible, mission, Palestine, crafts, painting, and coloring. Don’t speed on curves or hills. Be alive tomorrow.
The St. Petersburg Times faces a national labor clash as printers strike over made work and the newspaper merges with the St. Petersburg Independent. NLRB actions threaten independent papers while editor Nelson Poynter defends bargaining rights amid cross-picket tensions and a Tampa Florida hearing.
A fragment reflects a mother’s effort to curb a child’s thumb sucking habit. The lines describe Ellen, a young girl, and the concern over oral habits seen as a mark of childhood behavior.
A brief Edgar A. Guest couplet describes a passing moment as a child sucks her thumb and the speaker watches with a smile. The verse conveys tenderness and transience in a compact lyrical mood.
A new theater circuit known as the Shipley Benson circuit opens in Anita led by Frank Shipley owner of a Lenox theater and Carl Benson co owner with Shipley of the Anita theater. The circuit operates an office and repair shop east of the Anita theater and handles Holm's Portable theatre equipment for southwest Iowa. Employees include World War II veterans Lewis McFadden of Anita and Edwin Peck of Oklahoma. Jake Lindholm moved his electric shop to a site just west of the theatre.
Washington lawmakers face a dilemma over Justice Jackson's complaint against Justice Black and possible impeachment talk. A bill to bar congressional members from federal bench appointments during tenure and a constitutional limit on Supreme Court appointments are discussed as potential fixes. Iowa players, visitors, debt vote, and a Conn fight broadcast are noted amid rising wartime politics.
Winterset youth activities receive summer support as L Roederer, Winterset high school girls basketball coach, serves as extension assistant for Madison County Farm Bureau under a summer program.
Kansas public health hero Dr. Crum-bine is highlighted in New York as he recalls the fight against flies and the shift from shared school tin cups to paper cups. The piece links his fly slogan to broader public health and notes trends in lighting and windowless buildings, amid notes on evolving traffic enforcement.
Gerald Berg scored a hole in one in a kittenball game at a Sunnyside picnic as he ran from home to home plate during the play. Mr and Mrs John Anderson watched three ball games last Tuesday evening with sons Mickey Bill and Bob in Legion Sidles and Trents lineups.
Do not swim alone or when overheated. Wait an hour after eating before swimming. Check the water depth before entering and ensure you know where the deepest section is. Follow lifeguard instructions and wear appropriate flotation if needed. Stay hydrated and take breaks to prevent exhaustion.
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