30 Aug 1939
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1939
Page
1
Des Moines reports 9,915 workers in Iowa will be removed from the WPA payroll by month’s end, over 38 percent of July 1 totals. Administrator George J. Keller says many have been on WPA for more than eighteen months, prompting doubts about the program’s private employment incentive.
The piece warns that propaganda will push sentimental ties to foreign nations during Poland’s plight and urges Americans to resist moral obligations for overseas sacrifices. It defends the American experiment in democracy and emphasizes peaceful coexistence among diverse groups while cautioning against sacrificing domestic interests under sentimental pressure.
A mosaic of quips and commentary ranging from cultural critiques of missionary work to jokes about manners and wit. It cites Egerton on African education, notes from New Yorker on facial hair and mufflers, plus brisk observations on Americanism, marriage, and social habits. It ends with a language puzzle about correcting a traveler’s remark.
The speaker urges honoring Pulaskis and Kosciuskos and other American liberty heroes by prioritizing the preservation of liberty and democracy in the United States above all other national concerns, criticizing immigrant nations as bringing childish savagery.
The secretary of agriculture moves to take control of Chicago milk marketing starting Friday to fix prices, with dairymen largely approving in principle. Justice Department colleagues plan to appeal to higher courts to block dairy interests from similar actions, illustrating the era’s debate over competition and policy.
The narrative recounts Lepke’s alleged admissions under pressure and the role of powerful figures in shielding crime. Hoover presses for accountability while Lepke laments missteps and envisions long jail terms as authorities discuss potential sentences. The piece reflects on timing as a weapon of crime, contrasting zeal with legal risk.
Walter Winchell recalls the Lepke surrender episode with reverse gossip touches from Yonkers to Manhattan. The FBI chief hints at powerful backers in Hollywood unions and other figures whose ties to Lepke explain his rare courtroom leniency. The car swap near the surrender and a Long Beach heist are noted as part of the blurred timeline.
A new spring conditioner cap is introduced for cars promising quick easy lubrication and squeak resistance for at least 2000 miles. The device targets motorists seeking longer smooth operation and reduced maintenance.
Notice in the District Court of Linn County Iowa that on September 2 1939 at 9 o clock a m an instrument alleged to be the Last Will and Testament of William Mc Gow an late of the county deceased will come for hearing for proof and admission to probate Dated Cedar Rapids Iowa January 29 1939 Edwin Ndquist Clerk District Court Thompson Attorney
A series of Q and A with life insurance interest and disability rider views conducted by C. Y. Shepherd Agency for National Life Insurance Company in Cedar Rapids Iowa. Participants include Robert Bickel Heidel Wodriel Evans Reams and others sharing experiences and civic ties.
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