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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1961
Page
4
A newspaper argues President Kennedy faced a forced choice to address Berlin and free people, delivering a firm line to Khrushchev. It says the speech balanced deterrence with room for negotiation, presenting a path that may stop short of war while exposing dictatorial escape routes.
The article details strikes at Colorado missile bases Lowry Cape Canaveral and M Vandenberg Causes include electricians pipefitters cement finishers and elevator operators demanding better pay and conditions One year of strikes at Vandenberg left missiles costly and delayed readings suggest greed is greater threat than the Soviet Union.
The piece argues that capitalism proves superior as East German refugees flee west daily, and as many communist nations revert to individual controls and private property. It cites Chinese farmers regaining land and gradual shifts in the Soviet Union to private ownership, highlighting systemic shortcomings of communism.
The British Medical Research Council reports a possible vaccine for the common cold after collaborating with three drug makers. Scientists at the Common Cold Research Laboratory in Salisbury found that modified tissue culture can grow cold viruses consistently, though multiple virus types may hinder a single reliable vaccine.
Atlantic News Telegraph publication details for 410 Walnut Street Atlantic Iowa list editor Shrmpson and rates. The notice covers subscription prices for city and mail orders to Cass county and surrounding areas and distant regions including Canada with annual and short-term options.
Drew Pearson critiques Sen. George Smathers over legislation benefiting clients of his Miami law firm Smathers Thompson Maxwell and Dyer. He cites ICC data showing firm fees from Seaboard Railroad and notes Smathers chairing the Senate Transportation Subcommittee and authoring the 1958 Transportation Act. Pearson warns of potential bias while acknowledging legal ties and adds parallel cases of other senators.
William E. Ashby, 95, asked the Polk County Board of Supervisors to settle a $2,536 claim before he dies. The board agreed to settle for $1 and an official paid it. Ashby, who runs a small insurance agency, said his income is limited and he asked for age and income consideration. He owed the county $6,188 for his late wife’s treatment at a state mental hospital, having paid $3,602 plus $1,119 for county hospital care.
The Guantanamo Naval Base in Cuba is identified as the oldest overseas installation of the United States military, a longstanding facility with strategic and historical significance.
A jumble of health questions and advice lines covers topics from high blood pressure and jaw arthritis to tanning lotions and varicose-related swelling. Readers ask about dental pain, heart pulse advice, tanning skin risks, and leg swelling in heat.
The piece portrays a hopeful figure who maintains a positive outlook despite setbacks. He advocates perseverance, faith as an asset, and personal effort to reach success. He notes the team’s losses and vows eventual improvement as he and his wife meet new acquaintances at the bingo hall.
The Boston Public Library reports a rare copy of Benjamin Franklin’s Experiments and Observations on Electricity has been found in the rare books section. Librarian Milton E. Lord says marginal notes likely in Franklin’s handwriting and the book was donated in 1873.
London AP report notes a church visit in Harlow where Rev. Blount condemned bingo as worship of a false god and greed. He cited a mother of two who played bingo and left with mere pennies, while attendees prayed for conversion of players.
The report notes B. Jay Becker as a top contender in the Masters' Individual event with a contract bridge hand described as a takeout double.
In Maine local tax law prompts prompt collection and a rising late payment penalty. Two oceanfront towns held meetings the same day to decide collection methods. One town waives interest if paid by October 1 but charges 6 percent on post October 1 payments. The other town sets escalating rates from September to after November, with early sale provisions for delinquent taxes.
A Chicago woman riding as a passenger died when the vehicle she was in struck the rear of another car at the junction of Highways 30 and 131 north of town. The crash details and names were not fully provided.
At one time New York Harbor housed facilities capable of servicing ocean going ships, reflecting the port’s extensive maritime infrastructure and trading role.
Notice lists phone numbers for residents in Atlantic on city carrier routes across West Side Highland LaVisite Fairlawn Zurfluh additions and urges calling before 7 p.m. to receive service.
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