Cedar Rapids Gazette Imports and Circulation Note
The Cedar Rapids Gazette subscription rates and mailing notices outline daily, weekly, and long term pricing for in state and border region editions. The notice also lists advertising representatives and confirms wire services from AP and INN and the paper's ownership and masthead.
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U S morale shift towards real war effort amid wartime unity
An editorial argues the government is discarding synthetic morale programs in favor of real civilian protection and active military input. It credits genuine national spirit formed after Pearl Harbor, tempered by defeats, with growing production, output, and determined, practical morale guiding America through war.
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Shaping the postwar world plans five economic goals
Stuart Chase outlines five aims for postwar economy: full employment, prudent use of resources, universal food housing clothing health services and education, social insurance for old age sickness accident childbearing and unemployment, and fair labor standards. He warns of rising centralization and bureaucracy but urges shaping the future with elements of free enterprise retained, urging courage over defeatism.
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Rationing adjustment aims for monthly sugar allotments
Undercover reports cite insufficient stocks delaying sugar rations. With supplies built up, the one half pound per week per person will start May 4 to 7 in two week allotments. If feasible, monthly or bimonthly distribution could save ration books and time.
Four basic human desires for happiness and meaning
Dr. Fort Newton discusses four core wishes: recognition, affectionate response, security and at-homeness, and fresh, vivid experiences. He notes these are often selfish unless fulfilled within a higher purpose, and warns that unchecked selfishness leads to tragedy.
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Class Hatreds and Equal Dignity in American Life
Robert Quillen urges readers to reject class prejudice and embrace the dignity of every person regardless of origin or wealth. He contrasts this with harsh inequality and notes political and social observations from the era, urging moral courage and respect for all.
Rail Travel Surges as Trains Run Crowded High Demand
Rail transport in wartime America shows a strong revival with scarce idle rolling stock, refurbished cars back in service, and local routes profitable. Washington and east coast corridors face severe overcrowding as troops, businessmen, and travelers compete for limited compartments and berths, while western lines also tighten due to troop movements and dining car shortages.
If Hitler Is Able to Go at All He Should Be Under Way Soon
Paul Mallon reflects on the Libyan drive and weather delaying campaigns in Africa, noting limited skirmishes and potential for a spring offensive. He also comments on General Johnson’s death, praising his writing and style as a soldierly, fearless journalist.
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Views on Americas Manpower Mobilization War Work Issue
Wall Street Journal analysis warns that within 20 months America must mobilize up to 14 million war workers while potentially mustering 7.5 million more in armed forces. By end of 1943 about 21 million will be in war jobs and 8 million on farms, with about 10 million in the army and navy. The piece discusses possible government directives and the controversial idea of work or fight for military age men, noting no law makes war labor compulsory but suggesting strong pressures may arise. It cites WPB chief Sidney Hillman on use, training, and potential plant level managment actions to shift workers between jobs and implement skilled training programs.
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If You Know Your Enemy Sun Tzu Quotation In Parade
Detroit News reprints Sun tzu from Inparel the news sheet of the Institute of Pacific Relations. It cites the lines on knowing self and enemy as guidance amid remarks on British and American ignorance and stupidity. The excerpt suggests framing the trilogy for display for smug critics.
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Senate patent reform signals end of old Edison ideal
Peter Edson reports on a Senate Patent Committee inquiry into monopoly control of patented processes for war needs. The story outlines proposed emergency measures to permit government licenses and condemnation for magnesium and other critical materials, aiming to revise patent law amid wartime.
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Bugs Baer Talks Production and Juke Box Impact
The columnist mocks Axis powers while praising American industry and innovation like juke boxes and waffle machines as key to victory. Recalling General Billy Mitchell's air warfare advocacy, the piece frames current optimism about future production and technology as a strategic edge despite past opposition.
Diabetes insulin plight prompts public appeal
A diabetic writer laments the lack of affordable insulin and criticizes the American Medical Association over patent ethics. The letter urges public support for diabetics unable to buy insulin, noting many in the community face debt to obtain this essential treatment.
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Commodore Vanderbilt’s Read Life Revealed in Biography
Boston Globe notes Wheaton J. Lane’s new biography shows Commodore Vanderbilt reading only two books in his life the Bible and Pilgrim's Progress and not reading the second until old age. He confided to his wife’s pastor that he valued education, claiming he had more brains than England’s lords but felt compelled to stay silent.
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