07 Nov 1957
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1957
Page
1
The piece notes unknown aerial objects seen mainly in the southwest that stop cars and burn with light, likened to Sputniks and other curios. It then shifts to a New York Times account of birds migrating 12 to 15 million strong, traveling thousands of miles nightly, guided by unknown mechanisms.
The letter argues Atlantic and nearby towns overstate their Community Chest goals due to multiple drives. It cites donor tendencies with some giving large sums while others give little or nothing. The writer suggests returning to a single drive to boost overall contributions, despite extra effort.
The Atlantic News telegraph lists publication details and rates for subscriptions in various regions. It notes office addresses at 14 Chestnut St and publishing staff, with pricing for local and out-of-state mail orders and international Canada rates.
Drew Pearson relays Truman advice on firing MacArthur and political tactics for Pat Brown in California. He notes Knowland’s potential edge via a West Coast labor probe, right to work stance, and possible bank-backed deal dynamics behind Knight’s withdrawal.
Iowa Gov. Herschel Loveless signed a proclamation naming next Wednesday as Prospective Teacher Day. The move urges high school students to visit colleges to learn about teaching careers, with 5,000 students participating last year. Governor Loveless presented a copy to Ames Teacher of the Year Jean Listerbarger, a national contest finalist. Don’t drive if you drink.
Milton L. Kapp, president of Interstate Power Co., was elected senior officer Wednesday, succeeding Benjamin F. Pickard who died last month. The item notes the change in leadership and honors the deceased veteran executive.
A Swedish physician Dr Ejrup reports that injections of a drug reduced smoking in some patients and that placebo had a similar effect in half the cases, suggesting suggestion plays a role. The piece notes cravings, mild nausea after injections, and reasons for quitting including hygiene and expense.
The Iowa State Board of Social Welfare reported September nursing care allowances for 17.4 percent of old age assistance and 18 percent of aid to the blind recipients. Average grants were $96.74 for old age and $106.22 for the blind. In September, 6,498 old age clients were in commercial homes, 219 in their own homes. 253 blind in commercial homes and 11 in their own homes. Board Chair L. L. Caffrey said allowances require the attending physician's recommendation.
Anna Kashfi Brando, wife of Marlon Brando, was admitted to Mt. Sinai Hospital for diagnostic studies, though Brando described it as a routine checkup. The 23 year old actress checked in on Sunday for medical evaluation.
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