Truman Deficit Alarm Amid Prosperity and Spending Debate
The article critiques federal spending under Truman, noting a growing deficit despite strong prosperity. It warns the national debt could worsen with continued spending, arguing for restraint and questioning the Fair Deal's staying power as long as spending persists. It cites public concern about fiscal policy and the president’s rhetoric.
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Presidential Inaction on Strikes Draws Criticism
The text accuses President Truman of delaying intervention in nationwide strikes to avoid blame and labor backlash. It argues that action should come early to prevent worsening production, predicting delayed justice until public pressure forces a response.
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Labor
Truman
Tito Stalin clash seen as threat to Soviet expansion
The Tito Stalin controversy alarms Moscow which fears Yugoslavia could spur satellite nationalist plots. Analysts expect guerrilla conflict rather than open war, with Stalin hoping to wear Yugoslavia down into accepting terms in a peace program.
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Tito
Russia
Moscow
Stalin
Yugoslavia
Trouble Ahead Raises European Economic Alarm
A cautious observer warns Europe faces maladjustments that could trigger a major downturn, while the United States is seen as resilient in the short term but potentially vulnerable in the next decade. The speaker urges government action to build rainy day funds rather than accumulating debt.
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Europe
U. S
Next Week's Big College Football Projections
Predictions for Iowa versus Minnesota Wisconsin versus Northwestern Iowa State versus Drake Kansas versus Nebraska Notre Dame versus Michigan State. Kellaway leads with perfect picks while Moorman slips. Mixed results cause standings to shift as upsets continue. A side note recalls a Lincoln high school band display and a coat repair mix up near Iowa Finance.
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Atlantic News-Telegraph Adopts New Rates
Advertises subscription prices for carrier and mail delivery with regional rates for Cass county neighboring counties, Iowa, U S outside Iowa and Canada. Lists editor contact lines and associations. Includes 1912 post office filing note.
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F. D. Simpson
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National Editorial Association
Washington Merry-Go-Round: Barkley Visit and Lewis Steel Coal Strikes
Drew Pearson outlines Vice President Barkley may visit Missouri briefly and not as VP. The piece recalls John L. Lewis coal steel strikes and 1947 wage gifts by U.S. Steel and Pittsburgh Consolidation Coal, plus Bradley clashing with Senate over leaked secret figures and Russia’s forces.
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Donnell
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United States
J. PP. Morgan-Andrew Mellon
Deer Killed by Groves and Pace Near Massena and Oskaloosa
Two deer seen atop a Chestnut street car were reportedly slain by F. D. Groves of Massena and his son in law Dale Pace of Oskaloosa. Each hunter reportedly bagged one. The column mentions a scenic Ozarks trip with exceptional color this season.
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Hubby urges Bette Davis to drop divorce suit
Laguna Beach California. William Grant Sherry, 34, says he would do anything to have actress Bette Davis drop her divorce action filed last Friday. He blames his temper for the split and seeks a psychiatrist. Davis, 40, left with their daughter Barbara 2, after their November 1945 marriage.
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Bette Davis
Just Folks by Edgar A. Guest
A light verse about the everyday annoyances of parenting and managing a bustling household. The speaker laments muddy footprints, missing tools, and timely bedtimes, noting that parents must guide children upstairs at night.
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Edgar A. Guest
Maine harvest fellowship dinner at local church
A harvest fellowship dinner will be held at the Methodist church at 7 p.m. Wednesday. A committee is forming with Mrs. Ernest Kuehl, Mrs. Joe Peters, and Mrs. Henry Lanny. Be careful while driving and avoid speeding on curves or hills. focus on safety for tomorrow.
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Maine
Ernest Kuehl
Joe Peters
Henry Lanny
Laval’s wartime diplomacy and the price of memory
The diary compiled by Joce De Chambrin reassesses Pierre Laval’s role in prewar diplomacy. It highlights Laval’s 1931 loan offer to Britain, the subsequent Anglo German talks, and the failed aim to encircle Germany to avert war. The piece reflects on memory, truth, and public opinion in history.
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Hovare-Laval
Ethiopia
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Griswold Social Visitors Share Local Weekend News
Griswold residents host relatives from Mount Vernon and Atlantic. Mt Vernon visitors include Mr. and Mrs. W. J. McCoy, niece Mrs. Rogers. Dale Ferguson returns from Simpson College to his parents. Gerald Haas and Leal Grote family guests in Council Bluffs. Various extended family trips noted from Bronson Missouri to Griswold and Atlantic.
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Lloyd O’brient
O'Brient
Wilson
Joar Alexander
Edford
Addie DeWitt
Jack Helmsted
Atlantic
S. B. Hemsted
Darrell Cary
Mr. Cary
Griswold
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