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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1956
Page
6
Citizens challenge claims of secret council action allowing heavy trucks on Twentieth street SW during highway 30 widening. They argue no permission was required and trucks use the direct detour as the only viable route, asserting access rights for the public.
Linn county Red Cross workers reached 78,603 surpassing the 77,515 target as a two in one march drive. Funds will aid tornado victims in the Midwest with disaster relief from depleted 1955 flood reserves and chapter quotas including a 6,970 extra allotment.
Designers emphasize eye appeal with pastel telephones in pink yellow blue and green. The copy suggests adding ear appeal through sound quality for homemakers seeking both style and function.
The piece argues that heads of state touring friendly and rival nations can curb war and ease tensions. Adenauer, Khrushchev, Bulganin, and Dulles are cited as examples while warning the Free World to watch for hidden motives.
An article discusses adding different bell pitches to individual phones to speed answer times and reduce misrouted calls. It suggests high C and B flat options across busy offices and newsrooms, noting benefits in efficiency and aesthetic harmony.
George E. Sokolsky argues that publishing women's measurements such as bust waist and hips reflects decay of morals. He cites China’s history, opium, and polygamy as signs of societal decline, and warns manners indicate moral health.
This Day ten years ago Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Harry Linn reported about half the milk tested from 675 dealers met federal grade A standards during the three month period ending March 1. The Allied Industrial League announced a free parliamentary procedure course for Cedar Rapids industrial workers and families with William P. Ellwood as instructor.
Column by David Lawrence argues Truman’s bid for a comeback helps Republicans by reviving memories of “Trumanism” and past scandals. It notes Truman’s firing of key figures like Wallace and MacArthur, his seizure of the steel industry, and contrasts his approach with Eisenhower’s.
Quote from Chicago Tribune notes that towns unable to field a winning high school basketball team may dismiss the sport as mere physical education. The remark underscores pressures on small towns to achieve athletic success.
Ambassador Bohlen reports to Eisenhower and Dulles that the Soviet bloc is growing its productive capacity and expanding trade and aid. A parallel study from the Research Institute of America supports rapid Soviet expansion, warning the United States to match the coming economic challenge or risk losing ground to Moscow.
Dr. Joseph Mother explains appendicitis remains a real threat when abdominal pain occurs. Typical signs include pain starting in the upper abdomen localizing to the lower right, nausea, and possible fever. Do not delay doctor care or use laxatives or enemas. An appendectomy is often a modest, life-saving step to prevent rupture.
High school delegates from 33 nations visiting New York for the Herald Tribune tenth annual Forum offered a rapid survey of American self-image. Adjectives ranged from impatient and selfish to democratic, ambitious, rich, anti Communist, international, optimistic, and progressive, among others.
The piece discusses farmer reactions to the farm bill, calls for organized farming groups and self-reliance in government programs, and critiques politicians seeking votes. It includes editor's notes urging charity, flag day sentiments, Easter stories praise, and thanks to The Gazette for quality content.
The Gazette invites public opinion to the People’s Forum letters. Writers must include name and address for publication. Short letters on one side only have higher read likelihood. The Gazette may shorten submissions and does not guarantee return of letters.
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