30 Nov 1920
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1920
Page
1
The text lists contact lines for business and editorial offices, news department, and subscription rates by carrier and mail. It notes membership in the Associated Press and the AP’s exclusive rights to republication of its news dispatches and local news in the paper.
Atlantic subscribers who do not receive their paper in the evening may have a game delivered by calling before seven o clock. Call Red 403. The number given is not the News Telegraph.
A letter argues that anti Japanese talk misreads facts about Japan. It notes Japan forbids land ownership by survivors, that a recently updated law allows foreign ownership only with imperial approval, which has not yet occurred, leaving the old prohibition in place.
A historic discussion notes strong white opposition to Japanese and Asian immigration, citing the Gentlemen's Agreement and US limits. It also mentions Spain's stance against League of Nations mandates over Lithuania, reflecting wider geopolitical tensions and calls for League reform. The piece highlights Atlantic Canning Company's $47,000 payment to sweet corn growers, its financial health, and Rotary Club remarks by J W Cuykendall on corn stocks and factory operations.
The piece notes President Wilson will not recognize the Irish Republic led by De Valera. It argues Wilson's policy is sensible, citing his past Fourteen Points and rhetoric. It contends De Valera exposed weaknesses in his case, highlighting the American leader's nagging concern over overlong prose.
The poem contrasts a sunny region’s charm with the speaker’s longing for a storm and harsher winds. He fantasizes about a Kansas twister while tourists praise perpetual perfect days, then muses on life beyond this world and the saintly voyage to a brighter land.
Washingtons thrift campaign reports 1,000,000 spent this year by the treasury savings division, with 4,000,000 last year. Efforts promote savings bonds and thrift stamps, while urging bank deposits. School programs, women groups, and industrial clubs join nationwide drive to educate households on budgeting and government securities.
On Thursday December 21 a chicken pie dinner will be served in the church basement cafeteria. The event features fancy articles aprons and candy for sale and invites community members to attend.
Walter S. Hinchman, an English professor at Naverford College, urged at a Johns Hopkins conference that the Bible should be taught in schools. He framed his recommendation on its literary excellence amid a Baltimore gathering on November 30.
Mrs L O Seitz of Lima Ohio writes she highly regards Chamberlains Cough Remedy after her mother suffered a severe bronchial cough for months. She reports relief after trying many medicines and recommends it. Sold by local druggists. Card of thanks thanks friends for sympathy and flowers in bereavement for Miss Eugene Garver and Thelma.
Special sale from the News Telegraph offering a year’s subscription to both the Iowa Farmer and the News Telegraph for $5.40. Add one dollar for delivery to Atlantic. Hurry, this limited time deal is available now.
The article notes Miss Davis from Fontanelle served as organist at the M E church, with Mr L S Gerberich a noted violinist from Des Moines. It records Frank P Taylor’s marriage in Harlan, a new baby born to Mr and Mrs George Norris, a large gathering at German Hall for Vice President Hendricks’ memory, and a decision to suspend business between 12 and 2 on December 1 for his funeral.
Chicago police chief Fitzmorris led a city wide offensive against crime and gambling. Squads from every station, aided by a detective bureau detail, arrested over 200 suspects. The standout raid hit a three story mansion at 427 South Michigan Avenue, arresting seven including Nick the Greck whose tailored suit uncovered $81,000.
The News Telegraph urges readers to order engravd Christmas cards now. A customer service line is provided with a phone contact, and discount mentions appear in the scrambled notice. The ad references selling high quality cards and emphasizes timely orders.
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