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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 23, 1940

Page

12

Aims Of Fifth Column Propaganda Summarized

Navy Secretary Knox outlines how fifth column propaganda seeks to sow confusion and distrust, undermine morale, and push neutrality in Europe. He notes pacifist manipulation, labor sabotage, and royal pressure as tactics, urging public education and coordinated defense to counter covert influence.

Navy Knox Tors Grrrer Af ‘Es Navy Frank Kroz Serond Europe France Germany England Norway Holland Belgium Fifth Column

Japanese drift toward mark ties shocks diplomats

A US commerce attaché report notes Japan to sever dollar and pound links in favor of the German mark, implying possible alliance shifts. The suggestion, seen as a spoof by some diplomats, hinges on Japan's commercial ties with Germany and raises questions about future diplomacy and economic policy amid a volatile campaign season.

Yraseington Japan Naoki Hoshino Hitler Hoshino Germany

Local Luther Leaguers Attend State Convention

The two Luther leagues from First Lutheran Church Cedar Rapids attended the state Luther League convention at Grace Lutheran Muscatine from Sunday to Tuesday. Attendees included the Berger family, Nora Berger, Muriel Lowe, Pastor Henry Scherer, and others with speeches by Alvin Schaediger and Fred Wiegman. Nola Berger was elected state treasurer for the coming year. next convention set for 1941 at Missouri Valley.

Luther Leagues First Lutheran Church of Cedar Rapids Luther League Grace Lutheran Church Muscatine Rodney Berger JoAnn Berger Nora Berger Ortha Berger Waldo Berger Muriel Lowe Henry Scherer Myrtle Barnes J. L. Berger Robert LeMont Faythe Lindahl Walter Thousand Louise Wallerich Nola Berger Missouri Valley

Cardiovascular Degeneration Booklet Explains Heart Health

The essay discusses rising heart failure deaths, debunking the Osler view that disease begins in the stomach. It argues longevity hinges on hygiene, nutrition, and inheritance, introducing a 41 page booklet on cardiovascular degeneration available for a dime.

Osler

The Age of Sit and Emotions Over Motion

The passage argues the era favors passivity over work, with hiring others and paying to observe rather than act. It links spectator excitement at games to wasted energy and insufficient physical activity, criticizing hype over real effort.

Wy Day by Eleanor Roosevelt and Personal Advice Column

Eleanor Roosevelt writes of enjoying unseasonable August weather at Hyde Park and reflects on nature as a landscape artist. She explains a reader’s request for personal advice cannot be published as a column item, urges frightened individuals to seek official guidance, and encourages those who overstayed entry to contact authorities for fair, supportive help.

Ickes

Gazette Vacation Service Ad

Vacationers are urged to contact The Gazette by phone 2 1121 or notify their carrier to arrange vacation follow service for the summer.

the Gazette

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