Keeping Us Out of War Ideals Prove Ineffective
The piece argues that repeatedly the United States avoided war only to be drawn in, citing Wilsons era, World War II, and postwar tensions with the Soviet Union. It critiques appeasement and calls for clearer stance, then shifts to a Iowa politics note on governor nominations and salaries.
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la Nazione Italiana
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Governor Signs Bill Legalizing His Own Actions
An Iowa governor signs a legislative act allowing the governor to take actions previously questioned under state law. The measure clarifies authority and aims to settle ongoing political controversy surrounding executive powers.
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Beardsley
Senate
NCE
Iowa
The Habit Forming Element Is News
A veteran columnist reflects on why the newspaper trade attracts people. The thrill lies in news not personalities, with vivid examples of dramatic leads and first reports. The piece notes the power of early alerts, the teletype clock, and the lure of catching tomorrow’s big scoop.
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Eleanor
Stalin
Optometrists Hold Cedar Rapids Convention Near Elk Exchange
The Iowa State Association of Optometrists opened its annual convention in Cedar Rapids with about 300 attendees. Mayor Miles and civic leaders spoke while J C Walker reviewed public buildings to enforce the new state fire escape law. A city council discussion over park elk plans and a salary/secretary request for the clerk's office followed.
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Iowa State Association of Optometrists
Cedar Rapids
Miles
W. G. Haskell
Commercial Club
George H. Boyser
Ad Club
J. C. Walker
Bever Park Zoo
Chamberlain
Reed
Keota
Stepanek
Opinion poll weighs danger of Communism in Far East versus Europe
A set of residents from southeast and southwest areas offer views on whether Communist aggression poses more risk in the Far East or in Europe. Opinions vary, with some prioritizing Europe, others the Far East, and several noting a blend of threats across regions.
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Europe
Aane Dubois
First Street
Coe
D Price
Sixth Street
Korea
Directors Liable for Reports and Inflation's Cost of Capital
A former financier notes new liability rules for directors over corporate reports and the influence of inflation on depreciation. He argues many firms understate replacement costs by using historic depreciation, risking distorted profits as replacement costs rise sharply. The piece cites early attempts in 1947 to create extraordinary reserves amid SEC pushback and accounting controversy.
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Internal Revenue Bureau
The
SEC
Accountants Institute
MacArthur policy clash echoed in Europe and Asia
Drew Pearson surveys Western Europe and NATO allies reacting to rearmament costs and the MacArthur dismissal. He notes Norway's doubts on rearmament, Eisenhower's salesmanship, and warns that MacArthur’s China intervention stance risks destabilizing Western unity. The piece cites diverse international press reactions and U.S. political figures.
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Norway
France
England
Europe
General MacArthur
China
Eisenhower
Readers urged to send letters to The Gazette forum
The Gazette invites letters on general topics with name and address required. A recent April 11 editorial opposed loyalty oaths for teachers, backing education supporters and editors. The writer thanks The Gazette for consistent support on education matters.
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the Gazette
Gazette
People’s Forum
The
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Truman MacArthur policy views clash in Gazette pages
The Gazette presents divergent opinions with columnist David Lawrence and Drew Pearson differing on Truman and MacArthur policies. The paper also notes its own editorial stance in the upper left corner and offers eight columns to reflect national reputations.
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The
Gazette
David Lawrence
Drew Pearson
Truman
MacArthur
Administration Fear Policy Behind Korean War Stalemate
David Lawrence argues the Democratic Party lacks a clear Korea strategy and accuses the White House and Congress of delaying a decisive finish. He contends allied hesitations and appeasement policies prolong the war and warns against continued cautious tactics.
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Korea
Congress
Democratic Party
White House
Bevan Leads Bugs In Winsome Trail In UK Politics
Bevan attacks the English Labour government over credibility while Winnie and Winsome figures clash in a satirical scene. A comic jab likens Bevan to stepping into Winsome Churchill's role as political retirements loom and cigars appear as a prop.
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Bevan
Substitutes Quizzed By Coach Stagg During Practice
Alonzo Stagg, famed football coach, kept substitutes alert by rapid questions during drills. He asked a fourth-string player what he would do in a late game situation and the response showed a humorous bench perspective.
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Alonzo Stagg
Blain
Gosh
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