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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1932
Page
1
The article summarizes Hoover's acceptance speech urging state control and an absolute ban on saloons while endorsing modification not repeal of the Eighteenth Amendment. It contrasts with Roosevelt’s call for broader federal reorganization, armed with a plan to reduce taxes and trim government costs.
Albany notes describe the Walker Ouster hearings with Governor Roosevelt adjourned as the mayor of New York testifies about a stock transaction with Paul Block. A resume is set for next Monday at 12 30 pm. The same dispatch covers Reynolds will and his 15 million dollar estate, outlining the will bequeathing his sisters and brother and noting Libby Holman Reynolds is expectant. Washington coverage weighs prohibition policy and Hoover Roosevelt campaign contrasts as the presidential race moves ahead.
In Miami a noted balistics expert testified that Haden Clarke, young Miami journalist, died by his own hand. Dr. Albert Hamilton, Auburn criminologist, testified Clarke’s skull showed a gun pressed to the head, declaring the death an absolute self-inflicted homicide during Capt. William Lancaster's murder trial.
The speaker argues the nation must cut government expenditures to reduce taxes and boost citizens' income. He urges voters to back candidates committed to restraint and warns against a tariff shift toward competitiveness that would pit farmers and workers against cheaper foreign goods. He largely supports prohibition but rejects a return of the saloon. Japan reacts to Secretary Stimson's speech denying territorial seizure.
ThePresident Hoover supported Secretary Stimson’s remarks in acceptance speech, stating the Kellogg Briand pact is an actual peace agreement and endorsing the principle that possession gained through treaty violation is not recognized. The ruling applies to Japan.
An electrical engineer in Paris slashed Millet's The Angelus to vent anger over unemployment. The act, driven by economic distress, damaged a famed painting but cannot restore the engineer’s job prospects.
Ida B Wise Smith, a former Cedar Rapids woman, is slated to become president of the Women’s Christian Temperance Union, a staunch supporter of the Eighteenth Amendment. The W C T U faces a political wilderness as prohibition allies and peasant candidates split support this year.
The Cedar Rapids auto toll for the current year stands at 110 .212 with no additional context or breakdown provided.
Dr Clarence True Wilson head of the Methodist Episcopal church board of prohibition faults President Hoover’s stand on prohibition. He says Hoover will not win the wet vote from Democrats or satisfy the drys who backed him four years ago. He condemns two basic errors: assuming prohibition’s aim is to close saloons and embracing a defeatist policy.
Editor and Publisher accuses the Madrid radio conference of planning to limit press freedom by censoring diplomatic and economic messages. It urges Hoover to add two American delegates to safeguard a free press and condemns higher radio and telegraph rates aimed at restricting information.
Albany AP Gov Roosevelt presses New York Mayor James J. Walker for full accounting of over one million dollars in transactions cited as removal grounds. The disclosures include $26,000 in bonds from J A Sisto, $10,000 letter of credit and $250,000 from Paul Block. Governor confronts defense lawyer Curtin as court order looms for Aug. 19 return.
Governor Roosevelt signaled a possible delay in deciding Mayor James J. Walker's ouster charges until after the November election. He will await the Supreme Court ruling on a writ of prohibition sought by Bronx Chamber of Commerce secretary George Donnelly. The court reconvenes August 19.
Fingerprint experts in Natchez Miss. examined prints at the Jane Merrill slaying scene. investigators said the prints on an old lamp did not show an index finger. Suspects Dick Dana and J Geiger reportedly have missing index fingers on right and left hands respectively.
Chancellor Franz declined to name Adolf Hitler as chancellor. Hitler’s envoys pressed for the post and warned of strong opposition if refused. Von Papen, on behalf of himself and President von Hindenburg, refused firmly.
Washington reports President Hoover had his re election acceptance speech printed at the Government Printing Office but paid the cost himself. Three thousand copies were produced, with a line stating not printed at government expense. the Republican National Committee did not disclose the cost.
In Oklahoma City at Lincoln Park Zoo two keepers Elmer Hubbard and W W Walker tussled with a grizzly known as Ben Turpin to subdue the animal. A cub named Flip was killed during the confrontation, the grizzly tearing the cub apart.
Mrs Ella Alexander Boole president of the W C T U says the group will oppose any changes to the Eighteenth Amendment. Delegates at Seattle convention begin talks on endorsements, with uncertain plans for campaign support and candidate backing.
Mrs. Ida B. Wise Smith of Des Moines Iowa appeared as the probable next president as the national Women's Christian Temperance Union opened in Seattle. The retiring president Mrs. Ella A. Boole announced she would not seek re election, clearing the path for Mrs. Smith who is currently vice president and leads her state organization.
Rain postponed Friday’s Bunny Davenport game forcing a Saturday doubleheader. The Bunnies lead the league by half a game and offer a bargain: attend the afternoon game for forty cents at the gate or twenty five cents grandstand, with free night game admission for afternoon attendees.
New York Judge William J. Morris urges paying fines by mail to spare offenders from long waits in crowded courtrooms. His plan aims to relieve over worked magistrates and ends with the motto Pay by mail I go to jail.
The Gazette announces a new Sunday color comics page Just Kids Coming with two home run themed pictures and a feature on injuries from baseball. A second page of GIRLS will debut next Sunday drawn by the Boots and Her Buddies artist, offering strong art and adventure as Boots faces danger in various spots.
L J Ward of A5 Marshalltown was hitchhiking to New York when a driver offered a ride eastward. Near Cedar Rapids the driver stopped at a grocery at Sixteenth Avenue and C Street SW and disappeared with Ward's two suitcases containing clothing and about seven to eight dollars.
Two young pilots died when their tailspin experiment ended in a crash near Mitchell field. J. Robert McRae aged 29 of Morristown New Jersey and John F Walsh aged 27 were killed in the Friday crash while attempting the deadly maneuver.
A caller questioned Andrew J. Volstead about President Hoover's address. Volstead refused to respond and hung up during the exchange.
Excerpts from Hoover and Roosevelt acceptance speeches debate national prohibition policy. Hoover advocates leaving enforcement to states with constitutional protections. Roosevelt urges repeal and aligns with popular sentiment for state action. The text frames a national conflict over Prohibition and states rights.
Beverly Hills editor comments on farm machinery prices rising on the stock market. He argues farmers lack credit to buy equipment and compares inflated prices to Christmas trees at New Year. He mocks Seabury versus Walker investigations and signs off as Will.
The weather forecast notes continued rain with gray skies. The area added 0.02 inches Thursday, joining 1.51 inches from Wednesday, then clearing late to reveal moonlight and cooler temperatures in the sixties with a 61 degree minimum from 4 am to 9 am Friday.
Washington AP reports a new economic recovery push with government action. Hoover plans a nationwide gathering of business leaders to advance a nine point program and other measures. Regional business and industrial committees are projected in each federal reserve district to align banking credit with broad commodity development and infrastructure goals.
Outdoor days bring children and dogs together, and The Gazette Want Ads offer dogs for sale and wanted ads. Call 2-1121 for ads with special three day rates and reach readers seeking pups or missing dogs through a local service.
President Hoover signals support for reform of prohibition laws as discussions align with party platforms. The speech and party liquor planks are highlighted in the issue, with full texts available on pages five and sixteen respectively.
President Hoover’s acceptance speech urges reasserting liquor control to states with federal guard against saloon return. He criticizes House leadership for treasury raids, opposes cancelling war debts, and pledges reform of financial abuses while maintaining Republican protectionist stance.
In Constitution Hall Hoover pledges state and federal safeguards to limit saloon power while opposing repeal and bootlegger era. He outlines a simple program, attacks Democratic proposals, and seeks continued GOP leadership as Roosevelt looms.
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