21 Mar 1957
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1957
Page
1
The piece notes recent fatal gunfights between officers and armed suspects. In two cases the bandit died by his own hand or by the officer’s action, while in one instance a minister friend was killed as the bandit fired. The author argues such lethal force, while harsh, is sometimes justified as a last resort to curb criminal violence.
Something To Worry About notes Israel’s concern over withdrawal from areas seized in fighting with Egypt and the possible action she could take. It questions what the United States will do, tied to promises allegedly made by the president to Israel, and whether Nasser will honor those assurances or force Washington to choose between backing Israel or repudiating its commitments.
The Y fund drive gains momentum as more residents realize the organization serves hundreds here. A new youth center would meet a long felt need and broaden service to groups not currently reached by such facilities. Donors are urged to research how the Y assists the community before contributing.
Editorial briefs criticize Teamster leaders for self interest while noting Atlantic sales taxes. Also report: George Vale convicted of breaking and entering Dudley Implement Co in Panora. no sentence set. Mississippi River water system and tributaries exceed 12 000 miles.
Publication payment terms and subscription pricing for Atlantic News-Telegraph list by carrier and mail options. Rates cover local Cass county and surrounding areas with durations from 1 month to 1 year and international Canada pricing. Membership in press associations is noted.
Washington reports diplomatic chatter over who should meet visiting dignitaries. Eisenhower’s airport greeting for King Saud sparked international debate about protocol. Ghana’s Kwame Nkrumah snubbed Vice President Nixon, while Lyndon Johnson hosts private charm schools for reporters.
Leopold D. Siberstein, head of Penn-Texas Corp, declares at New York that his firm will win control of Fairbanks Morse at the upcoming annual stockholders meeting. He says Penn-Texas believes it will elect a majority of directors and assume management of Fairbanks Morse & Co.
The article notes Penn Texas locked in a proxy battle to gain control of Fairbanks Morse from present management led by Robert Al Morse Jr. A stockholders meeting is set for Chicago March 27. Suberstein as chair warns about pronoun use and urges civic restraint while urging proper conduct. Major General Glen F. Edgerton is named as the sole American on Suez Canal Company board of engineers advisers.
Secretary of Agriculture Ezra Wyatt Benson told reporters in Fresno that production can’t be held down and emphasized selling farm products in any amounts if good deals with favorable countries arise. He called for ending the prohibition on dealing with China and Russia.
Medical costs rise slowly relative to wages so patients should discuss fees upfront. Doctors can estimate treatment costs and payment plans though exact figures vary. A plaque in some offices invites frank talk about services and charges to ensure mutual understanding.
The Iowa Senate voted 33 to 16 to pass a compromise bill setting daytime speed limits at 70 mph and nighttime limits at 70 mph with a passing-vehicle exception. The measure heads to the House, with debates anticipated.
Fifteen candidates have filed for the March 29 election to form the Cumberland Massena district board. A five member board and a two year treasurer will govern the district with terms ranging from one to three years. Elections will be held at Cumberland City Hall and Massena town hall. The new board starts July 1. One year candidates include Dudley Eblen and Clarence Wiechman from Victoria township, Robert McLaren of Edna, and Leon Jensen and Collins Bower of Massena. Two year candidates are Virgil Coughlin of Cumberland, Louie Schmidt and Leroy Acker of Massena.
Twenty Iowa college students receive one week in Washington D C to study national politics. Among them are Roth Amber of Massena and Charles T Manatt of Audubon Iowa State College and Harvey J Andersen of Brayton University of Iowa. Four will travel in Washington each of the next five weeks.
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