Cedar Rapids Gazette Iowa Interests Firs
The Cedar Rapids Gazette prints subscription rates and carrier delivery details for Cedar Rapids and Marion with state and nationwide pricing. Also lists advertising representatives and bureau affiliations. Ends with a Montaigne quote.
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The
Cedar Rapids
Iowa
the Gazette Company
J. L. Miller
John R. Battin
New York
New Center Building
Detroit
Media Records
A.N.P.A. Bureau of Advertising
Associated Press
International News Service
United Press
Montaigne
Pan American Day gains meaning in 1942
The 1942 Pan American Day emphasizes Western hemisphere harmony and defense cooperation. Observances at Greenfield highlight growing good neighborliness since the Pan American Union's founding, with the United States moving from a distant role to mutual benefit and solidarity with Latin American nations.
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Western Hemisphere
South
Americas
Towans
Greenfield
United States
Hitler the richest man in the world claims control of Germany's press
The London Times names Adolf Hitler the wealthiest figure due to Nazi profits. He reportedly owns two thirds of German newspapers and benefits from advertising cuts, with an estimated net annual haul around 40 million dollars. The piece urges swift U.S. victory to fund taxes.
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Henry Ford
Nyzam
Hyderabad
London Times
Adolf Hitler
Germany
Hitler
United States
Treasury Department
Blackouts in New York City face scrutiny over effectiveness
The defense authorities push blackout drills while tests claim success. Night photographs show landmarks visible in darkness, prompting debate on blackout value. Critics say minimal darkness exists often and an enemy could triangulate from a single point. London debates whether blackout disruption outweighs protection.
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New York City
London
United States
Too Many Jaywalkers Plague Cedar Rapids Streets
The Cedar Rapids area sees a revival of jaywalking despite past efforts to curb the habit. Pedestrians cross unpredictably between parked cars and through traffic, increasing risk. Local officials have yet to enact an anti jaywalking ordinance to force cross at corners and signals, underscoring the need for ongoing safety education.
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Cedar Rapids
Lincoln and the enduring image of democracy’s common touch
Carl Sandburg reflects on Abraham Lincoln as a figure who bridles chaos with pragmatic leadership. He notes Lincoln’s wit during tragedy, his careful circumscription of firm beliefs, and his ability to endure abuse from a partisan press while guiding a nation through division toward freedom and broader democracy. Lincoln’s humanity and resolve are praised as a model for decency and popular government.
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Incoln
States
Senate
House
New York Herald
New York Tribune
London Times
Lincoln
Lessons of Bataan Warn Against Repeating Policy Errors
Col Frederick Palmer warns that lessons from Bataan demand a clear policy to avoid repeating risky choices. The piece notes failed convoy efforts to Luzon, the Japanese blockade, and Filipino troops' resilience, highlighting the cost of hesitation and the need for decisive American action to support allied defense.
Have Not Nations Begin Reversing the Tables
The article notes Japanese moves in Southeast Asia signaling a shift toward Burma and the Bay of Bengal, with new bases in Singapore Penang Rangoon and the Andaman islands. It warns of disruption to India Australia and US supply routes as Japan seeks raw materials and production assets for its war effort.
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Pacific Ocean
Roshe
Southeast Asia
Tokio
Australia
East Indies
Burma
Bay of Bengal
India
Singapore
Penang
Malaya
Rangoon
Andaman Islands
United States
Asia
United Nations
China
Army and Navy Munitions Board
Washington
Manila
Philippines
Bravery Pledges and Freedom’s Gifts in Poetic Fragments
A series of fragmented lines extolling what makes men brave and fight for freedom. The verses list book and pipe, family graves, lawn patches, pets, meals, clothing, celebrations, church, school, and home comforts as symbols of liberty. The tone honors everyday blessings as motives for war and sacrifice.
Elections May Be Most Important This Campaign Year
The piece argues Congress sits weak to the executive amid war. It notes a low public view of Congress, urges voters to focus on wartime unity, and warns that primaries and elections may determine whether Congress retains power or falters. It emphasizes protecting representative institutions until victory in war.
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Congress
Capitol
George Stimpson
United States
Japan
Pearl Harbor
Bugs Baer Declares War Time Fashion Sacrifices
In a pointed remark Baer jokes about lapels and belts, saying he will forgo lapels until victory while praising Scots in kilts. He notes conventions are too dangerous for clothing and hints at tougher times ahead as Mr Nelson warns of hard days for the nation.
Elevation plan for Fourth Street tracks rejected
The Commercial Club and four railroads rejected a plan to elevate Fourth Street tracks as costly for city and railroads. Instead officials urged focusing on securing civic enterprises. Preliminary work for extending the street car line to Bever Park was outlined, with cars to connect at Fifth Street and Fourth Avenue to the Oak Hill line.
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Ocean
Pacific
Pacific Coast
Fourth Street
Stu Clee
Bever Park
Park Line
Fifth Street
Fourth Avenue
Oak Hill
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Ida Tarbell
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Richard A. Roshe
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Hawaii
Luzon
Port Darwin
Col. Palmer
Panama Canal
Mandated
Corregidor
Manila Bay
U.S
the Foreign Policy Bulletin
By Louis E. Frechtling
Far East
Axis
Jaip
Nepal
Ganges River
Nagpur
Edger
Gazette
Bugs
Baer
Mr. Nelson
By James J. Hruska
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