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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1959
Page
1
Canadians express unhappiness over the royal visit noting its high cost and perception of excess. The article suggests resentment stems from foreign-born residents and cultural tensions between French-speaking Eastern Canada and English traditions.
The article argues the federal government must resolve and unwind its agricultural program before withdrawing support. It warns that abandoning surpluses now would crush farmers and urges keeping price levels stable while eliminating created surpluses and restoring farming to the farmer.
The piece argues for swift enactment of sebor legislation by Congress, noting broad support from organized labor except for a few leaders who fear jail if abuses are halted. It warns that delay would empower illegal activity within organized labor and urges decisive action.
In editorial briefs the piece urges Atlantic residents to ensure polio shots are up to date to avoid risk. It discusses U S focus on bringing heavyweight boxing championship back to the United States and notes a broader national interest in safety and health. A report cites a theater recital in Taipei with a theft of jewelry valued at $5,000 from a dress room.
The notice outlines rates for subscriptions with periods and regions including Cass and adjoining counties, Iowa, and outside Iowa. Prices range from one month to one year, with varied amounts such as 4.75, 8.00, 11.00, and 18.00 dollars, plus mail handling and international terms.
Drew Pearson reports Louisiana Governor Earl Long, noted for race track gambling, faced Internal Revenue Service scrutiny after gambling winnings and losses were reviewed. He sought delays citing political pressure and argued contributions funded his campaign. Critics labeled his remarks on race as inflammatory in a tense political climate.
In 1957 Edgar Kaplan won the Masters Individual amid 196 players. The hand shows Kaplan as declarer in a club and diamond endgame where precise leads and ruffs determine whether he survives two diamonds or goes down. The discussion notes potential plays from dummy and East to avoid defeat.
Many perfectionists are tense and headache prone. They seek approval from superiors by doing more, resist delegating, and push themselves to exhaustion. Fatigue, eye strain, or allergies may contribute to symptoms. the piece notes stress-driven, health-impacting patterns among busy executives.
Washington AP reports Congress takes up a compromise corporation excise tax extension to avert a three billion dollar drop in revenues for next year. The bill would extend the 52 percent wartime corporate tax rate for another year and postpone the drop to 47 percent. It also renews the Korean war era excise taxes on autos parts liquor tobacco and beer for a year.
The poem argues prosperity is hollow if life is judged by wealth alone. True success comes from aiding others and keeping a generous heart rather than expecting repayment. The author urges openhanded friendship as the measure of a life well lived, beyond gold.
Burlington will host the 1989 Iowa Veterans of Foreign Wars state convention, chosen at the closing of the 1969 gathering. Oliver C. Thorson of Kanawha named department commander with officers John B. Gabriel, Columbus Junction senior vice commander. Lloyd Goins, Creston, junior vice. Edgar M. McConnell, Fort Dodge, adjutant. James C. Dunbar, Waterloo, judge advocate. Robert Rehkemmer, Oelweinen, surgeon. Patrick J. Nooney, Carroll, chaplain. More than 500 delegates attended the three day event.
Honolulu AP reports Democrats claim heavy Hawaii primary turnout signals a sweep for three Democrats to Congress and a Democratic governor with GOP candidates unopposed in the finishing primary. They cite statehood support as a factor while Republicans contest only nomination contests amid vote-drawing dynamics. At least one Democrat is likely headed to Congress.
Dr. James Killian, former chief science adviser to President Eisenhower, says the Soviets are advancing in many areas but the United States still leads in science and technology. He returns as MIT board chairman.
Vague notice urges Atlantia residents on city carrier routes to contact their mail delivery carrier by 7 p.m. to ensure receipt of a pepe.
Washington report says a Cabinet committee led by Vice President Nixon urges immediate federal action to protect buying power and target price stability. It calls for balancing the budget, avoiding extra spending, reducing the national debt, and removing the interest ceiling on government bonds.
The report argues issuing short-term bonds is essentially the same as creating money, noting little difference between this method and simply printing cash and disbursing it as greeshbacks.
President Syngman Rhee urged voters to back National Assembly President Lee Ki-poong as his vice president for a potential fourth term in 1960. The Liberal party convention of 1,000 delegates endorsed Lee unanimously.
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