26 May 1951
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1951
Page
1
The text argues the Iran oil controversy threatens global war as Russia seeks Iranian output and Britain defends wells. It notes Iran lacks technical staff to run fields, Britain might boost royalties or deploy troops, and both sides fear losing revenue and control.
The passage argues Asia’s social revolution, led by mass movements and a shift toward individual sovereignty, will outlive communism as a minor current. It claims vast populations in India and China drive gradual reforms, including land reform, and compares this to Christianity spreading to liberate the world from various forms of slavery.
The Kefauver committee links twenty billion dollars spent on races and slots to economic waste and family hardship. The message urges public generosity to support a humanitarian poppy drive, stressing the inward happiness of helping others.
Rep. Hoeven urges Agriculture Committee to urge its chair to appear before Banking and Currency to push revision or repeal of the Office of Price Stabilization cattle price rollback. He cites hearings and notes possible amendments or extension bills amid ongoing price controls.
Memorial day events in Massena include visits to Victoria cemetery at 9 30 a m and Massena cemetery at 10 30 a m with arrangements by Auxiliary committees and children bearing flowers. Wray Yarger is poppy chairman with G Scouts and Auxiliary daughters selling flowers led by Patricia Pletcher Barbara Edwards Beverly Edwards and others.
Massena and L C Steinhoff spent the weekend with friends and relatives in Des Moines and Britt. On Wednesday accompanied by Clyde Finnell and Nels Jr Duane Overgaard began to the west coast to seek employment at Long Beach. Mr and Mrs Nels Overgaard moved to Shenandoah after transfer from Burlington. The family, residents five years, note athletic and civic activity. Property sold to Wray Wilson who will remodel before moving there this late summer. The Wilsons now reside in an upstairs apartment.
The notice lists National Biterial Association subscription rates by carrier and mail, detailing monthly, half year, and annual prices for Atlantic region, Cass and adjoining counties, elsewhere in Iowa, U S outside Iowa, and Canada. Rates vary by region and delivery method.
Democratic insiders in Denver and Washington press allies to find a successor for Dean Acheson. Oscar Chapman leads talks to lure a progressive, internationally minded Republican with congressional experience to the post. Republicans push Acheson as political target to gain leverage over Truman.
A poet notes how a grudge grows heavy and shapes life while vows of revenge fade into memory. The piece argues that all bear burdens, but a grudge weighs most, yet may brighten one’s lot if forgotten or resolved.
Iowa entomologist Harold Gunderson reports the corn borers have begun pupal cases in all regions. He says moth emergence should occur May 28 to June 1, but corn lateness may delay or alter damage depending on tall, fast-growing plants when mating occurs.
A discussion on temptation in government highlights the risk of corruption in the president's office and the lack of punishment for misdemeanors. Adolph Ochs is praised, while Hays Salsberger questions ethics in public service amid municipal advertising controversies and calls for restraint.
The piece argues for expanding free education and scholarships, noting rising opportunities and cheap public libraries. It cites loans up to 80 percent with social security and cautions about debt while urging perseverance for better promotions and jobs.
Dorothy hosted 40 elevator operators and assistants at Bristow hotel Thursday evening. After a 6:30 dinner, an open forum followed with tentative attendees from Dor ning, Cumberland, Fontanelle, Creston, Greenfield, Earlham, Winterset, Booneville and staff from the elevator in Janes.
Lt Gen James Van Fleet surprised two generals by awarding the Distinguished Service Cross. He prepared to pin the DSC on five other men as the ceremony unfolded at the front. Major figures mentioned include Lt Gen Edward M Almond and Maj Gen Clark L Ruffner during the momentous event.
Ramona and Rey Workman enjoy animal friends a turtle and tiny tree mule as Fred and Pipgrass operate a 24-person fire cottage camp at Coronado Beach Lake of the Ozarks. Atlantic visitors in Des Moines and neighborhood gossip mix with beaver hunts and Rainbow girls installations in Atlantic society notes.
A recipient receives the nation's second highest medal for gallantry during the major Chinese offensive and the UN counter-attack. The incident involves a command moment as seven are gathered and called over by a senior officer. Heywood Brew is mentioned in dialogue.
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