21 Mar 1931
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1931
Page
1
The Atlantic News-Telegraph lists publication details, pricing, and delivery instructions. It notes evening delivery before 7 pm by telephone and directs readers to contact the office for address changes or discontinuations.
A sprawling, error-filled transcript discusses progressive influence and government ownership versus private operation. It contrasts progovernment sentiment with private initiative, weighing the merits of prudent investment and the elimination of propaganda. The piece references figures like Watrom and Bevin and touches on industry sectors and public policy.
A distorted transcription notes President Hoover named to a monetary board. It mentions former dairy farmer and banker Sany H. Thompson of Quine and references his commission in a Virgin Islands voyage lasting twelve days. The garbled text implies involvement with agriculture and national economic matters.
An article notes President Hoover’s selection of Merv Thompson to the federal farm board, while James C. Stone remains as chair and GC. C. Tague as vice chair. Charles M. Hearst is named vice president of the American Farm Bureau directors and Favl Smith to join the board. Thompson praised as a steady, constructive lift for agriculture amid economic reform proposals.
A critical editorial defends the Red Cross fundraising effort while warning against political manipulation. It argues the campaign should serve humanitarian goals, not partisan gain, and commends citizens who contributed to the ten million drive. The piece contends the Red Cross must remain true to its ideals amid rising public influence and commercial pressures.
An inspection of 19th century trade writing argues advertising as essential to modern industry. It claims major firms like American Tobacco and Willi Niney prosper due to ads, linking expenditure to public familiarity, profits, and national economic vitality.
New York in March 21 ad in Writer's Digest offers training for humorists and columnists. The piece mocks high salaries of Will Rogers and Floyd Gibbons, notes Parker and Hubbard, and argues column writing is impractical. It ends with a satirical call to the instructor.
A patchwork essay critiques international interference and the pursuit of global supremacy. It argues leaders neglect their own peoples while meddling in others, sowing mutual suspicions that hinder lasting peace. The text mingles quotes and stray remarks on civility and public discourse.
A fragmented text offers kitchen wisdom on saving money, shopping wisely, and preparing simple meals. It references fruits like oranges and grapefruits, coconut, custards, and sandwiches with mayonnaise dressing on oatmeal bread, plus musings on wealth and prudent habits.
A fragmentary verse sketch shows Walt Mason mocking flattering visitors who praise the speaker and surround him with empty compliments. The text hints at tension between acclaim and discomfort, with garbled lines suggesting a satirical monologue.
A practice page lists ten trivia prompts asking meanings names and facts. Questions cover Leo meaning Magna Carta signing location turkey buzzards prey state capitals phrases Lincoln party and a historic incident, inviting readers to turn to the answers later.
Fragmentary dialogue shows a comic exchange between an old woman and a motorist after a collision. The motorist quips that he has just finished driving, while the woman misreads phrases as jokes about a legitimate business. The scene hints at a humorous street encounter.
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