24 May 1960
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1960
Page
1
The article outlines arguments for and against a state convention and redistricting reform. It notes census trends affecting population shifts, farm impacts, industrial growth, and urban expansion. It also touches on espionage debates and Soviet spying perceptions.
The article argues Khrushchev uses delays on Berlin and East Germany to project leadership at home and abroad. It suggests Westerners view him as erratic yet largely ineffectual beyond headline bursts, with limited impact on the long-term outlook.
Balloting in Kentucky was light amid balmy weather and weak interest in the Democratic race for US senator between Keen Johnson and John Y. Brown. Brown leads the governor’s foe Chandler Brown and labor ties, while John Sherman Cooper faces token opposition from Thurman J Hamlin.
TV actress Beverly Garland marries her second husband Crank Fillmore Crank, a 35 year old Palm Springs builder, in a quiet ceremony. The couple plans a Hawaii honeymoon amid political chatter noting Gov. Bert Combs backing and observers watching the Johnson Brown race as a test of popularity.
Atlantic Views telegraph lists subscription prices for carriers in Atlantic Cas s and adjoining counties and mail rates across Iowa the U S and Canada with monthly and yearly options.
Drew Pearson reflects on three Paris peace conferences in decades and explains how the 1960 summit failure damaged hopes for global peace. He criticizes Eisenhower’s postponement, leadership shifts to De Gaulle, and lack of prep, urging constant care for peace and warning against drift toward war.
A poem by Edgar A. Guest reflects on enjoying life and leaving a modest legacy. The piece contrasts personal fame with simple happiness and enduring memories. Separately, Heidelberg hosts a German rocket and space flight research convention with East and West scientists, including U S Army Ballistic Missile Agency personnel from Huntsville Alabama. A public safety reminder urges drivers to slow at dusk to prevent accidents.
Des Moines reports the State Executive Council approved a $131,195 bid from Brown Brothers for a new lighting system using concrete poles. Brown Engineering advised concrete poles for aesthetics and lower maintenance, despite a $6,000 higher cost, with a three man committee to study artistic fit. The piece also notes the French Academy's royal founding in 1635 with 40 members known as The Immortals.
In a story of deception and skill, Jay Beck and other players contest the Masters' event. West’s unusual notrump overcall and South’s tactical play lead to a dramatic end, with South securing eleven tricks after precise timing of hearts and trumps.
A reader recalls a spinal anesthesia operation, noting conscious sedation and minimal pain as evidence of surgical progress. He discusses arguing with a surgeon, praises Dr Bundesen’s maternity safety work, and answers a question about pregnancy at age 44, stating overall risk remains low if health is good.
Local notes report garter snakes at the Charles Jennings home in Griswold and a pigeon tragedy witnessed by Mrs. Mikidred Theulen in Anita. Mrs. Bishop of Griswold ponders peony growth at four inches a day while neighbors in Kansas aided Mr. and Mrs. Walter Root after a California visit.
Ames Iowa Gov Her schel Loveless will meet with the Ames City Council Thursday afternoon to discuss financial irregularities alleged in council operations. Atty Gen Norman Erbe had advised routing complaints to the Story County attorney. he said there was not enough evidence for action.
In Boston a new denominational group planned from Unite the Unitarian and Universalist bodies gains 200000 members across nearly 8000 churches. Delegates ratified the merger that creates ATI the new association aims to stand with Catholics Protestants and Jews. The merger takes effect in May 1961 with independence preserved for local churches and fellowships.
The article notes that in the union as well as most American territories and possessions and in Mexico, jurisdiction or influence extends widely, linking various regions and governance contexts under shared legal or political frameworks.
American novelist Pearl Buck arrived in Tokyo as a tidal wave battered northern Japan. The Nobel laureate, known for The Good Earth, came to work on a movie script based on her novel The Big Wave, a tale of Japanese fishermen.
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