22 May 1948
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1948
Page
1
The note lists carrier and mailing options for Atlantic readers with prices shown. It cites associations and regional affiliations and includes rates of $7.00 $3.76 and 80c for various delivery methods.
A reflection on the fading triumph of steam engines as diesels take over. The author notes how future generations will miss the scent of coal smoke, the whistle, and the rush of the steam locomotive, even as faster diesels captivate with power and shine.
The piece argues that Russian leaders deceive their people by claiming foreign inventions as Russian. It notes wartime examples where American materiel was labeled as Russian, and predicts widespread future claims of Russian inventors as modern conveniences reach the masses.
The text describes new atomic weapons tested by the military, stating they are more powerful and far-reaching than earlier bombs. It warns the arms race will accelerate as nations push to outdo each other, with the United States currently leading and aiming to stay ahead, despite the grim risk to humanity.
In Zanesville Ohio a one day civic lesson by high schoolers backfired as they raided gambling joints. Officials allowed some raid victims to go free on technicalities of search warrants, teaching youths there are ways to enforce laws.
The Cass county Farm Bureau sponsors a good citizenship drive to energize turnout for the June primary. The winning county will receive 500 dollars to buy citizenship books for schools, encouraging better local citizenship amid concerns over juvenile delinquency and vandalism.
Experimental corn plots established on Elmer Nholdt farm west of Avoca and Ty Jetak farm in Bancroft township to test fertilizer mixtures and rates on Marshall soils under supervision of Dr. Gee Stanford and Dr. L B Nelson of Ames. Don’t drive if you drink.
CBS reporter George Polk says Greek royalists and the strong leftist line share a common anti US propaganda. He warns Americans to know how graft and foreign policy mix in Greece as he criticizes the Athens regime and calls for clearer U.S. policy amid Greece’s turmoil.
The rightwing anti American line in Greece is growing as the coalition government erodes. Populists press to disrupt the government and push for dictatorial control while the United States continues aid. Greek royalists claim military weakness and demand artillery while U S military observers note the army’s capability.
In Washington D C the writer recalls the late Rev E J Flanagan of Boys Town Nebraska a national figure who rescued youth and preached there is no bad boy His death followed an attack in Berlin The piece also notes anti gambling campaigns Ringling Brothers circus arrival and early thoughts on television air mail progress and the removal of the 160 year old Washington elm with reflections on national progress and legacy.
A poem in Edgar A. Guest style reflecting on home upkeep and renewal. The speaker imagines a damaged dwelling restored through cleaning painting and care. It praises sustaining effort to keep age worn houses handsome and inviting.
George Price secretary announced yesterday reduced general admission prices for the Central Iowa fair to be held in September. Tickets will cost 40 cents, 20 cents less than last year, at Marshalltown.
A archival note recounts old mail dated 1947 with greetings from William C. Smith Florida to a New Year, a search by Helen Stewart for sister Marion Simcox, and letters from Rev. A Budd of Fulton Kansas praising anti gouging sentiments. It mentions author Francis F. Beirne and a poem by Ella Olson, plus inquiries about communistic activity among teachers and a book out of print.
A Montpelier Indiana correspondent Hayland Vardeman writes about a daily routine writing a column Covering the Countryside and keeping drafts unpublished. He mentions Jean Stratton Porter’s summer cottage on Silvan Lake near Wolcottville and nearby Limberlost Swamp as noted by C Dutch Mains.
New Buck Creek Sunday school officers include Kenneth Harris as superintendent and Dale Butler as assistant. Ruth Ann Butler serves as secretary treasurer and pianist Eleanor Smith assistant. Other posts: Max Smith chorus, Ethel Karsten sen librarian, Richard Smith assistant, and Mrs Al Palmer reporter with Mrs Lyle Harris and Ruth Ann Butler in several roles.
Des Moines police and FBI swarmed Bankers Trust Company as ten officers waited at noon for a bank holdup crew. An anonymous call claimed the men had double crossed their partners and would reveal the plan, but the suspects failed to appear.
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