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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1936
Page
2
The piece analyzes King Edward VIII choosing love over the throne, his abdication to wed Wallis Simpson, and the political and public reaction. It discusses Baldwin’s opposition, royal tradition, and potential implications for Britain and empire, with emphasis on the personal stakes and national consequences.
King Edward renounces the throne in a Commons reading read by Speaker Fitzroy in London. Prime Minister Baldwin introduces the message, noting the gravity and seeking parliamentary consideration of the king's gracious note.
Forest Harwood 60 longtime Cherry Burrell general sales manager and Cedar Rapids native died of a heart attack at midnight aboard a liner in San Francisco while en route to Australia and New Zealand with Mrs Harwood. He previously lived in Detroit and Chicago and is survived by Mrs Harwood two Detroit daughters a Cedar Rapids son in law and several grandchildren. He was a Mason and member of the First Christian church of Cedar Rapids.
Ottawa Canadian Press report says the cabinet passed an order in council to authorize Britain to include Canada in the act of acceptance of King Edward VIII abdication. The governor general promptly approved the order.
London dispatch reports the Duke of York resisted the idea of succession to the throne, troubled by the burden of restoring royal prestige after his brother’s abdication. Prime Minister Baldwin even urged him not to propose Princess Elizabeth as queen under a regency.
The abdication statement declares Edward VIII renounces the throne effective immediately. He cites heavy burden and aims to secure public interest, naming his brother the Duke of York as successor and noting signatures by his brothers.
In Rome sources say King Edward is negotiating a permanent move to southern Italy. A Rome estate agent received a telegram from London insisting a villa be found in the Amalfi or Sorrento districts after Amalfi vacancies could not be confirmed.
The Silver Rood Mystery a Browne romance and mystery serial will begin in The Cedar Rapids Gazette tomorrow. It blends love and adventure with thrilling scenes and absorbing arcs designed to grip readers from opening to close.
London reports King Edward abdicated the throne to marry Wallis Warfield Simpson as a man not monarch. George VI will reign over Britain and its empire as the abdication crisis unfolds with Parliament, Prime Minister Baldwin, and leaders reacting to the historic decision.
London reports Britain's new ruler H R H Prince Albert Frederick Arthur George Duke of York differs sharply from his predecessor King Edward VIII. A shy, stammering royal, Albert embodies conservative, family oriented public service akin to his father King George V, with a strong will to lead despite limited public exposure.
Mrs Wallace Warfield Simpson spoke at length by telephone Thursday with Edward VII about his abdication. She affectionately called him Boysy and conveyed console to the former king, first reported by Herman L Rogers at his villa where she is a guest.
London report says King Edward may address the nation and empire Friday night and then depart the country. Officials weigh implications of a royal broadcast ahead of possible travel arrangements.
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