McNary Speech Warns Frontiers Lesson Lost to Defeatism
The acceptance address by Senator Charles L. McNary warns that post frontier decline has been used by opponents to push federal defeatism. He argues opportunity came from homesteaders not government aid and urges vigilance to preserve democracy and prosperity ahead of the November election. He cites youth misdirection, New Deal policies, and Harold Rugg’s school texts as undermining morale and shaping first voters.
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Four-Power Balkans meeting urged to calm dispute
Vienna hosts a preliminary four-power talk called by Axis powers with Germanys Ribbentrop and Italys Ciano to hear Hungary and Romania on their border dispute. Officials say no Arbitrate role, aim to urge concessions and speed a settlement to protect oil and food flows to Germany as Britain war looms.
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Mixed Romania Russia Commission Probes Bukovina Clash
A mixed Rumanian Russian commission opened an investigation into a frontier clash in Bukovina that reportedly killed hundreds of soldiers. Officials acknowledged a Russian reconnaissance plane over Romania may have been shot down and two Soviet aircraft were said to have fallen to six Romanian fighters. The dispute strains ties as mass displacement occurs and frontier controls tighten amid occupation.
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Mercury Rebounds in Cedar Rapids Camp Night Weather
Cedar Rapids records a morning low of 66 rising to 76 by afternoon as light rain totaling .02 inch falls overnight. Tuesday’s high reached 73 with temperatures easing from 4 to 4:30 p.m. at day’s end.
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Cedar Rapids
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Question of Patriotism in Schools Spurs November Vote
The piece questions whether patriotic examination of subversive teaching in schools arrives too late. It warns that if the public shifts parental responsibility to schools, democratic liberties may be lost and a frightening enlightenment may follow.
McNary Defends Limited Campaign and Defends Individual Rights
Oregon Senator Charles J. McNary, the Republican vice presidential hopeful, spoke at the state fair grounds to about 12 000 supporters. He attacked statism and concentration of power in the New Deal while backing strong national defense and some New Deal ideas like federal control of electric power. He urged a two price farm policy and criticized farm programs that pay not to sow while tariff barriers drop. McNary plans a brief campaign with four or five speeches and did not condemn the administration entirely.
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Solons Criticize Driver License Shortage and Patrol Courtesy
Des Moines reporters note Iowa legislators meeting in Des Moines criticized a $2,000 driver license fee shortage dating to 1939 and questioned the conduct of highway patrolmen. They ordered a report on the shortage status and discussed bond responsibilities and disciplinary action involving patrol officers.
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Iowa Legislative Interim Committee
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M. X. Geske
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Karl W Fischer
W. J. Johannes
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Reich Bombers Pound Hard at Ralf and London Raids
German raiders attacked coasts from Falkstone to the Thames estuary in mass raids aimed at RAF disruption. London reported 24 German planes shot down as British forces countered raids across England and northeastern Scotland.
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Robbins warns on draft training lack of machines for mechanized warfare
Col Charles Burton Robbins former assistant secretary of war and veteran says Britain could fall and the US would face an emergency. He argues air power and mechanized fighting redefine warfare and that drill for a peacetime draft is pointless without machines and trained officers.
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Guard Bill Signed Sets Sept 15 Call Date for First Contingent
Roosevelt signed legislation authorizing 396000 guards and reserves for two months of active duty. A Sept 15 mobilization date is tentatively set for about 45000 before units are announced, with possible assignments across the western hemisphere. Discharges for dependents and certain guardians are allowed, while pay starts at 21 dollars monthly for enlisted men.
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Substitute for the Trombone Player Parables on Life
A brother substitutes for a trombone player by mimicking others in a large orchestra. The tale warns that mere imitation in democracy, church, or family yields hollow music and that true living shows in solo moments. It urges genuine participation over make believe.
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Railway Clerks Agree on 44 Hour Week Without Changes
Washington AP George M Harrison president of the Brotherhood of Railway Clerks says union and Railway Express Agency disagree on how to apply a 44 hour work week and will meet Monday to fix a nationwide strike date. A M Hartung vice president says the firm favors shortening to 44 hours with no wave changes, but objects to the union’s proposed changes in working conditions. The walkout could involve about 30 000 employees handling package freight.
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United States Plans Training Army for Canada Pact
Washington officials dismissed reports that a large U S force would be trained in Nova Scotia to serve under a Canada United States defense pact and garrison Newfoundland Halifax and Nova Scotia. The Chicago Herald American reported the plan citing field army training in Camp Giant near Rochester and winter tactics with ski troops.
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Go To Mexico For Visas To Permit U S Residence
Two young girls and their mother planned to join the United States as residents after obtaining permanent visas in Mexico and Canada. The journey included a May 1939 trip to the American consulate in Nueva Laredo and subsequent changes in Canadian law that blocked visa trips for entry solely to obtain visas. The children, backed by English royal ties, faced delays but aimed to reunite with family in the United States by late summer.
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Senate votes arms power to president Hollywood
Senate action grants broad authority to the president to seize and operate plants for national defense. The measure, attached to the conscription bill, would allow immediate possession of facilities when owners refuse to cooperate, with government operation or private contracts as options. Debate centered on wartime policy and executive power.
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Smoking Rights Of Women Prisoners At Rockwell City
Iowa lawmakers clash over banning inmate smoking at the Rockwell City women's reformatory. Board of Control members McCreery and Pullen argue the ban is discriminatory, while Senator Doran calls smoking asinine. Some blame the superintendent for limited movie access as well.
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Rent Now Before School Opens For Rent Ad Call
Cedar Rapids readers heading back to town will seek housing near schools. Returning teachers and students want furnished rooms and apartments. Dial 2-1121 before noon tomorrow to place a For Rent ad in The Gazette.
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