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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1950
Page
1
The speaker argues that U S resolve against communist aggression in Korea endorses democracy in Asia, preserves face for Asian allies, and strengthens the United Nations as a peace instrument, positioning it as a growing power for global peace.
The rail strike is overshadowed by the Korea War and public attention shifts away. Switchmen are seen as pursuing their right to strike, but war coverage silences opposition and reduces public resistance to the labor action.
The author laments the disappearance of traditional strawberry shortcake from midwestern tables as home grown berries yield to imported varieties. Local pride prompts plans for bigger and better strawberry beds to restore the seasonal treat and improve local offerings.
Local residents rallied to push Lewis Park toward a polished finish before state acceptance. Support from neighboring communities keeps pressure on officials to complete work, creating a potential regional asset for picnics and recreation. A side note mentions a queen image shown in nonbathing attire, contrasting previous views on royal attire.
Edgar A. Guest cautions that speed is a hidden poison in driving. A man avoids alchohol and gas leaks but still risks life by reckless driving, ignoring children and sharp corners. He treats the car as a bottle of poison labeled speed, urging safer habits.
Casey infant Casey-David Richard Mains won first prize in a babies personality contest at the Gamble store in Casey. The event, sponsored by 20th Century Studios of St Paul, drew entrants from Adair and Casey with John Pettinger of Adair taking second and Car Eugene Davia of Casey third. David Mains is the grandson of Mr and Mrs William Mains and great grandson of Mr and Mrs E F Hiscocks.
Des Moines reports 49 Iowa fires in 1949 caused more deaths but less property damage than 1948. Fire Marshal Zack T. Cook notes 34 child victims under 15 and 7.5 million dollars in property losses. Matches and smoking remain leading fire causes with 430 fires linked to careless tobacco use.
Bernadine Laeffler a 27 year old waitress at Little Opie's delicatessen was fined 50 dollars after a raid on a disorderly place of business. A liquor violation for keeping beer where sold was continued until July 14. Officers also seized six glasses of mixed drinks.
A safety advisory urges pedestrians to walk against traffic on the open highway to improve visibility of oncoming vehicles and reduce accident risk. Authorities emphasize using sidewalks and crosswalks where available and staying alert to approaching traffic.
The Atlantic News Telegraph lists publication facts and subscription prices. Pricing includes carrier rates for Atlantic and Cass counties, Iowa mail rates, and U.S. outside Iowa options with yearly, half-year, and monthly figures. It notes editors, office contacts, and association memberships.
An emergency Truman cabinet session following the South Korea attack outlines why the president decided to intervene. Acheson warns against letting Korea fail or Russia expand in Indochina, while Bradley cautions on Korean defense and Iran as a Russian potential target. Truman declares full responsibility, seeks UN arms aid, and delays MacArthur's public announcement to emphasize executive control.
A surreal narrator describes a pink elephant a green rat and a polka dotted snake entering a cocktail bar. The bartender quips that the subject is “a little early” and has not arrived yet.
The article discusses the 1946 minority views on the Pearl Harbor investigation, criticizing incomplete records and limited cross examination. It notes the Roberts commission’s haste, missing testimony, and withheld intercepted messages, urging full access to files to uncover truth. It cites Senator Wheeler and references to presidential actions closing government files.
Babson argues security dulls effort and growth citing Eisenhower Columbus Patton Gandhi Emerson Byrnes and a shift toward government aid. He warns dependents sap initiative and notes workers and students feel secure without real accountability, urging self reliance and less reliance on state support.
The text critiques young Americans preferring guaranteed pensions over advancement and risk, citing Baruch on a “false gospel of security.” It questions national independence if people rely on government cradle to grave care, linking personal responsibility to national growth. It notes rail cost savings in 1949 from efficiency and better methods versus 1941 conditions.
The passage notes President Truman did not lead the Truman committee and contrasts his later roles with his early leadership. It suggests his influence differed then and implies potential failures in DOJ investigations if not for appropriate permission. It mentions the Tydings and Buchanan committees and marks a turning point in his career.
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