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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1956
Page
1
The drought relief rains arrive for a second time this spring and should revive gardens after prior dry spells. Gardens, lawns, and evergreens show stress from inadequate soaking last fall and current fungus patches, but roses prosper with timely rain across the region.
The piece argues communism may drift toward peace as living standards improve and Western contacts increase. It notes these factors lessen war appetite and mentions a Rotary picnic event that left members satiated and amused by the annual feast.
Iowa ASC committees warn county offices to curb signing for excessive soil bank benefits. Penalties equal 50 percent of earnings apply for violations, with options to rework agreements by July 20 and destroy reserved corn by July 31. Grazing and harvesting on reserved acres prohibited since June 22.
The FCC outlined a long term move toward exclusive use of UHF channels 14 through 83, with a plan to demix communities to boost UHF station viability. The transition may require VHF simulcasting on UHF during the shift and could take several years to complete.
AVOCA youths entered the YMCA Camp Foster program at Spirit Lake on Sunday. Participants include Jimmie Havick Ronald Mez Craig Anderson Larry Nieman Lee Johnson J Christopher Willard Olesen Roger Allen West John Berthusen Dennis Raven Edward Rohlfs Craig Doll Michael Petersen Larry True Denny Doyle Tommy Hansen Timmy Hansen Dale Raven Raymond Beibe and Gary Johnson. They will return home July 7.
The Atlantic News-Telegraph lists its publication schedule and rates. It notes editors and contact lines, plus memberships in state and national press associations. Subscription prices are detailed for carriers in Atlantic, Cass county, and elsewhere, with varying durations and regions.
The Atomic Energy Commission report is silent but experts warn common black and white TV sets can emit soft X-ray radiation from the face plate. RCA notes that 21 inch tubes require shielding and safe viewing distance is about three feet. Larger screens pose greater risk, especially when serviced. Children should be kept away from close viewing.
A nostalgic verse celebrating graduates and their families. It honors parental effort and guidance as teens transition from school to the wider world, acknowledging the shared labor that shapes a young person’s path and future success.
A short poem fragment from 1956 by Edgar A. Guest reflecting on education and self improvement. The lines suggest that opportunity and learning are earned rather than handed to individuals.
Ballot to decide five board seats in Walnut city hall from noon to 7 pm. One year term two candidates Arnold Thomsen and Arthur Gumbert. two year term Phillip Madsen and Harold Johnk. three year term Ralph Andersen Lester Kreier and Mrs Harold Jacobsen.
Des Moines report cites Kermit Wan sen, state Farmers Home Administration director, saying a survey is underway to decide if a federal disaster designation should be sought for southern and western Iowa counties due to drought. Motorists are reminded STOP signs mean stop.
Advice from Dr. Herman N. Bundesen on recognizing angina signs and minimizing attacks. Rest and nitroglycerin are key, with instructions on timing and when to seek help. Suggestions include tepid baths, gradual walking, small meals, and possibly quitting smoking to reduce future episodes.
Ed Frick chairman of the Iowa toll road authority aims to meet Gov Hoegh and the state highway commission to push planning for an east west super highway across Iowa. He notes reports that north south routes 69 and 75 may take priority under road modernization, while Illinois prioritizes highway 6 for four lanes. The Iowa highway commission may address interstate priority at its mid July meeting as Congress debates 1000 additional miles for federal roads.
Three Page County trucks prepared to haul 2 500 bales stockpiled at Camp Dodge for distribution to southwest Iowa with about 1 000 more expected in a few days.
Dr. Tom Briggs of the University of Iowa Mediva school will spend two months in Avoca assisting at the local clinic. He will be hosted by Dr. and Mrs. CC Huntley and Dr. and Mrs. Norman Weat during his visit.
Unofficial returns from North Dakota primary show endorsed governor candidate John E. Davis ahead of Ray Schnell among Republicans. Milton Young leads Ray Lake for U S Senate, with At large House GOP nominees Asher Burdick Otto Krueger and Gordon Conitz in detailed splits. Democrats gain strength via Nonpartisan League alignment.
Cass county board of supervisors and the county extension service plan a grasshopper control program to protect grain and forage crops this summer. The board meets to decide on spraying roadsides and fence rows, cut over hay fields, pastures, and field edges. Dr. Paul Gunderson will discuss control and aerial spraying at a farmers meeting at the Atlantic airport next Thursday at 1 p.m.
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