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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1955
Page
5
Iowa lawmakers push a comprehensive reform allowing a federal gross income figure to fill state tax forms. The plan, authored by Rep. Jack Miller, halves the filing effort, closes cheats, and targets capital gains taxation for the first time, expected to raise about 1.8 million dollars.
The piece contrasts Democratic and Republican claims about their presidential candidate pools in 1956. It notes Butler’s gleeful boasting of a vast Democratic field while Republicans rely on Eisenhower, recalling past roars from the opposite side. Both parties asserted strong candidate strength.
The piece weighs Bulganin's push for a Big Four meeting with Eisenhower and Eden against Khrushchev’s grip on power and Western leverage. It questions Moscow’s motives, the meeting’s potential impact on East German loyalties, and the likelihood of a formal date and full press coverage.
The polio vaccine trial may not prove complete victory, but it demonstrates a powerful method of mass scientific participation. The test boosts public interest in research, hints at future advances across medicine and society, and could spark broader controlled experiments to solve social and health problems. Hang onto your hat.
This Day recalls W Earl Hall speaking at Coe College May 20 window dedication in Sinclair Memorial chapel. S S Coe Victory ship launch planned May 3 at Oregon Shipbuilding, Portland. Dr John W Maclver to deliver baccalaureate sermon June 10 for 1945 graduates. Also notes Rotary officers elected for 1935 36 and other local items including church service at Calvary Baptist and a car exchange taking over DeClow jack barns.
A 1950s-tinged column notes General George C. Marshall and Chief Justice Earl Warren declined elective office to serve nonpartisan national duty. It argues their choices reflect high character, vows of independence, and impact on Republican politics amid Eisenhower era dynamics.
Frederick C. Othman argues against replacing the Capitol or building new Senate and House offices. He notes ongoing renovations and cost concerns, defends historic features, and questions whether a new building would improve legislation or efficiency. He suggests valuing tradition while acknowledging expense.
Paris officials react to Soviet Russia's surprising decision to approve an Austrian peace treaty after ten years. The move fuels calls for a Four Power conference and raises questions about neutralization of Soviet forces, West defense, and the balance between expediency and morality in Cold War diplomacy.
The Gazette editorial notes conflicting statements from leaders over Formosa and offshore islands, with Nationalists aiming to free the mainland and Reds seeking Formosa. It cites Dulles on total war and urges peaceful measures to end diabolical wrongs without cruel conflict.
A biting column examines how far a reporter should push a source. It references a kernel figure and a spring incident on the Matsu Quemoy axis, noting a tongue tied by self interest and the danger of overreach in political reporting.
A writer objects to a proposed cornucopia motif on Iowa license plates. The letter argues the featured pig symbolizes wasteful growth and urges omitting the animal to avoid taxpayer discomfort. The correspondent signs as C. Hauser from 374 Winteants Street SE.
Mrs Cass L Miller from Winthrop Iowa notes the recent design contest prize was a slogan contest after all. She questions the framing while praising the attractive design and its appeal to an audience.
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