Iowa Justice Mitchell Launches Democratic Governor Bid
Justice Richard F. Mitchell announced his candidacy for the Democratic nomination for Iowa governor. He stresses party business in the primary and says the state should come first, then the party, then himself, while serving on the Iowa Supreme Court and the Democratic National Committee.
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Richard F. Mitchell
Iowa
Democratic National Committee
Justice Mitchell
Democratic Party
Mitchell
Nels Kraschel
Townsend Faces Pressure as DARP Movement Shifts
The question centers on whether Dr. Townsend can step quickly enough to retire from the DARP movement before the movement collapses beneath him.
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Townsend
Spark of life measured in kilowatt hours
Harvard chemists say the spark of life is electricity not romance or ambition. It arises from currents generated by tiny protein dynamos in lean body tissue, reducing poetry to a metered, measurable phenomenon.
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Harvard
Japanese cartoonists barred from caricaturing Hitler
News item reports a prohibition on caricaturing Hitler by Japanese cartoonists and does not clarify whether photographers are included in the ban.
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Hitler
The General’s Joke on Ethiopian Slavery Decree
The article satirically notes Marshal Boondoglio’s proclamation freeing Ethiopians in Italian occupied lands. It mocks wartime rhetoric claiming the Italian flag ushers in civilization and predicts observers will question the practical effect and sincerity of emancipation.
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Boondoglio
Mussolini
Scraps of Wit and Wisdom From a 1936 Column
A 1936 clipping mixes anecdote and quip from a columnist mirroring social observations. It lampoons crime judgments, radio fans, inflation thoughts, and everyday folly with satirical one liners and pointed asks.
Freedom in Ethiopia Spinach or Freedom from Mussolini
The piece argues that Ethiopian subjects denounced as free under Italian rule face a new tyranny under Rome. It contrasts local rulers with a distant dictator, criticizes War-era promises by Badoglio, and likens true freedom to control over daily life, business, and schooling.
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Si Duce
Badoglio
Mussolini
Il Duce
Marshal Badoglio
Star radio men rise from small towns to national fame
Van Buren Ark native Bob Burns and other regional jokers climb to major networks. Burns goes from $5 to $1,000 weekly with Bing Crosby and a $1,400 movie deal, while maintaining country boy image. Other celebrities and look alikes, including King Edward bowler shots, are noted amid Hollywood chatter and party scene.
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EW York
Bob Burns
van Buren
Ark
Squire
Los Angeles
New York
Vallee
Paul Whiteman
Bing Crosby
From Clown to Big Timer in a Supper Club Scene
A review notes a performer moving from comic roles to headlining status, praised for style and business savvy. Descriptions of his age, temperament, and stage aura appear alongside atmospheric imagery of the Jersey marshes and a moody setting. The piece also cites literary critics and recommends books, closing with a Cadiz news item about a local visit and a ill relative.
Executrix Appointed in Roscoe Palmer Estate Iowa
Viola E. Palmer named Executrix of Roscoe Palmer estate Linn County Iowa on April 6 1936. All debts due must be paid promptly and claims filed with Linn County Clerk through R Wattsbaugh attorney advancing the probate case.
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Iowa
Linn County
Roscoe Palmer
Viola E. Palmer
Trict Court
R. Watsabaugh
Notice of Will Probate in Linn County Iowa
In the District Court Linn County Iowa notice to all concerned that on April 25 1936 at 9 o clock a.m. the Last Will and Testament of Christian P Stans late of the county deceased will come for hearing for proof and admission to probate in Cedar Rapids. Clerk Edwin W Lundquist District Court Attorney Fred W Hann.
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Iowa
Linn County
District Court
Christian P. Stansby
Said County
Ween Cedar Rapids
Reader praises exploratory surgery for stomach concerns
A reader argues for early medical exploration and doctor led treatment over worry and ignorance. He defends medical experimentation as essential to knowledge and cautions against quackery and unfounded guarantees.
Questions and Answers No Sympathy
Letters to the editor debate compulsory vaccination and anti vivisection, contrasting views on serums and animal testing. A reader argues against vaccination while another defends it, claiming vaccination protects loved ones and condemning anti vaccination propaganda.
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Amy
Yankeeland
10-20-30 Years Ago In The Gazette Briefs
Dr Zella White Stewart left for Dallas to appear on the American Medical Association convention program. Willard Kirkpatrick of Coe College suffered a minor head injury after a stumble at an oil station where he works. Mrs Ida Wenig pioneer Cedar Rapids resident and Froebel pupil died at her home.
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Zella White Stewart
Dallas
Tex
American Medical Association
Willard Kirkpatrick
Coe College
Ida Wenig
Cedar Rapids
Frederick Froebel
Germany
New York Philharmonic Under Stransky on April 14 1916
The New York Philharmonic orchestra conducted by Josef Stransky performed on April 14 1916. The program featured a varied selection reflecting the ensemble’s prestige and musical direction.
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New York Philharmonic Orchestra
Josef Stransky
Conductor Performs at Greene's Opera House
Miss Mary Haight, supervisor of domestic science in public schools, departed for spring vacation in Lawrence Kansas. Miss Julia Burianek attended a farewell surprise party and leaves soon for Des Moines to start a new position.
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Greene’s Opera House
Mary Haight
Lawrence
Kan
Julia Burianek
Des Moines
Howe opens twenty third semi annual tour at Greene's Opera House
Lyman H. Howe begins a two day engagement at Greene's Opera House on his twenty third semi annual tour. R W Yourex departs for a three week stay in Hot Springs Ark. Rev G B Van Arsdall will address the Iowa Christian Ministerial Association in Des Moines on Public Worship. Mrs T C Oxley elected president of the educational department of the Woman's club with Mrs B R Johnston as leader and Mrs George C Skinner as secretary.
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Greene's
Opera House
R. W. Yourex
Hot Springs
Ark
G. B. van Arsdall
Cedar Rapids
Iowa Christian Ministerial Association
Des Moines
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The
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B. R. Johnston
George C. Skinner
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