06 May 1949
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1949
Page
1
The flying saucer craze wanes as observers and investigators clash over its reality. The air force says most reports stem from vertigo or sensory illusion, noting no physical remains have ever fallen to earth despite 200 to 300 sightings. Investigators continue studies, but no sensational explanation is expected.
The piece argues doctors should designate one member to answer emergency calls on Wednesday afternoons while others take time off. It notes some doctors stay reachable and cautions against overuse of medical care, linking patient behavior to potential issues in socialized medicine.
The piece argues that federal benefactions bring controls that dull public vigilance. It warns against a growing dictatorial central government and a paternalistic state that could stifle energy and lead to societal decline or collapse.
The world awaits the coming four power negotiations with optimism and skepticism. Observers recall prior conferences among the four nations and note Russia’s history of trial and error with fruitless programs, yet hope she may be more tractable this time.
The Atlantic Chamber of Commerce is praised for its activity and aiding several efforts organized by local residents. New officers and committee heads lead a revitalized group, with campaigns opening on multiple fronts aimed at major improvements before year end.
The president finds Taft Hartley limits hinder his agenda though the public accepts the law. He will likely press for minor changes to claim he tried to fulfill the pledge to repeal the measure.
War never grows gentler or wiser. Each new discovery of science yields a harsher horror of warfare. Faster flight shortens distances but lengthens the dead list. Machines ease labor yet cannot banish death. progress raises the price of war.
The notice lists publication specifics for Atlantic News Telegraph including editor D Simpson, office, and various U. S. and Canada mailing rates by region and term. Rates cover one month to one year with distinct prices for Cass and adjoining counties, elsewhere in Iowa, U S outside Iowa, and Canada.
A column reflecting on Lewis Academy in Wichita and its faded era. Recounts include George Rakes, the building’s sale, and the 1909 closing of the 20-year-old school. The piece wanders through reminiscences of old horns, telephones, and literary picks, ending with humorous quotes from Esar and Menc Ken.
The W A Sheaffer Pen Company in Fort Madison declared a regular quarterly dividend of 10 cents per share and an extra 20 cents per share on common stock. Dividends are payable to stockholders of record May 16.
Washington Merry Go Round notes a Jacksonville State Teachers College international house funded by local communities. Prof James H Jones led a student exchange with France and Alabama, highlighting Americans funding peace efforts like Friendship Trains and gratitude gestures while hoping to reach beyond the iron curtain.
The columnist argues that inviting 1,000 Russian students would expose both nations to each other and pressure the Kremlin. It suggests a cross section of Americans should issue the invitation, broadcast by Voice of America, to spur people to people contact and test peace prospects.
The Senate sent a $300 million education aid bill to the House for the second year. It provides about $200 million annually to states for teacher salaries and operating costs, aims to equalize opportunities with large per pupil allocations to the poorest states, and has broad bipartisan support after last night’s 48 to 15 vote.
Independent theater owners in Iowa and Nebraska urge discipline for film stars whose conduct harms the industry. A resolution advocating strong sanctions was adopted by the Allied Independent Theater Owners of Nebraska and Iowa at their closing session yesterday.
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