14 Oct 1921
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Newspaper
Atlantic News Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1921
Page
1
Atlantic subscribers who do not receive their papers in the evening can have some delivered by calling before seven o clock. Phone Red 408. This is not the News Telegraph number.
The Cass County Farm Bureau notes prior negotiation with the Atlantic News Telegraph over public atom news and explains the News-Telegraph now offers to publish all its activities without charge. The county unit’s news appears in an Oakland newspaper under an agreement allocating half a dollar of annual dues to that publisher.
The Cass county bureau states it has never sought compensation for legitimate news and will publish agricultural matters as they come to attention. It pledges to act as a medium for expressions of Cass county residents that are not libelous, under the county agent’s oversight.
A humorous verse riff on motoring mishaps and travel woes. The speaker warns readers to prep tires sparkplugs oil and lunch while avoiding a cranky companion the Grouch whose nagging ruins the trip. The piece satirizes travel annoyances and the impact of a sour passenger on a road journey.
Cedar Rapids jurors found Charles W. Sharp guilty of forging the E. E. Baggett Construction Company of Chicago name on a 4000 pound check inked during a St. Patrick era project. He fled after buying a car and was captured in Virginia months later. Once a prosperous Chicago figure, Sharp’s case ends in court. In Dubuque the Brunswick Balke Curlander plant reports staffing strains, with 700 workers employed and 300 to 400 more needed to meet booming business as the factory strains to return to normal operation.
The Atlantic News Telegraph column states communications are open to general interest topics and writers should limit to 200 to 800 words. Only letters with full name and address will be printed on request, and the News Telegraph disclaims responsibility for opinions printed under the heading.
In a response from Atlantic Iowa October 14 1921 C G E Malone contests Mr Milford's charges about disorganization and calls for practical farm programs. He proposes real county agent experience over five years and a single strong organization, criticizing rival groups and urging open debate and accountability within farm policy and leadership.
C H Van Vlack defends Farm Bureau spending, argues county agent salary and office costs are modest and not funded by taxes. He accuses Malone and followers of misrepresentation and delayed timely reply ahead of membership drive. He notes total Farm Bureau cost is two cents per acre in the county and urges fact-based discussion.
Atlantic Iowa column argues for legislative candidates who oppose erasa legislation and pledge to amend taxes. Proposals include prorating motor vehicle tax between roads, taxing benefitted property only by majority vote, and drainage boards acting on petitions from owners of a majority of district acreage. The piece cites Magna Charta and U.S. Constitution as foundational rights and urges vigilance at the primary.
A Washington style political canvas unfolds in Iowa with Democratic and Republican moves. Delegates Wilbur W. from Waterloo and John T. Adams face questions on resignations and campaign roles while Charles Rawson eyes the national committee seat. Howard Clark presses for a U S Senate bid as Cummins’ future looms. Governor Kendall convenes a governors’ railway rates conference in Des Moines with Blaine of Wisconsin and Covanier McKelvie of Nebraska set to attend.
The article notes that on average, American towns use 56 to 150 gallons of water per day per resident for all purposes. It highlights wide variations in per capita consumption among communities and the factors affecting total water use.
Thursday afternoon at 4 Mr Kent was thrown from a horse while driving a cow to the pastures near the house. He sustained a serious bruise and much pain, but was reported improved this morning and out of danger. Mrs Kent called the doctor as neighbors helped transport him to the house for care.
A clipped artifact from the Boston Transcript hints at a discourse on aristocracy and national identity, describing the world of elites as integral yet scrutinized within the country. The fragment reflects wartime or postwar era voice and concerns about class influence in public life.
A grandmother narrator recalls overhearing a daughter discuss ten cent laundry soap. She praises Green Arrow for purity and lack of filler, arguing it lasts longer, cleans better, and reduces waste, saving money over time and easing housework. She credits Palmolive for delivering value.
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