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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1939
Page
6
A column argues against a 10 million dollar US loan to Finland, calling it a sentimental gesture unlikely to be repaid. It warns such aid risks entangling the US in Europe’s conflict and suggests making any aid a true gift with no strings.
Governor Lloyd Stark warns Missouri of a growing American Balkan problem as interstate trade barriers rise. He argues sat isfactory solutions must address root causes, not just remove lines between states, to avoid war weary world parallels and set a constructive example for Europe.
An editorial essay argues Americans are defined by shared allegiance rather than lineage, praising German-Americans while cautioning against anti German sentiment. It contrasts liberty loving immigrants with stereotypes, notes diverse origins of the American stock, opines on patriotism, and critiques postwar attitudes and media habits.
A case is made for solving Europe like issues by removing interstate barriers without delay. The argument warns that continued restrictions will curb economic and social progress and foster regional ailments with no remedy.
Ambassador Davies of the Belgian division endorses a third term for the President, arguing conditions in the world justify drafting Roosevelt to run. He notes Roose velts subordinates may not be able to marshal a draft, and questions the country’s main problem as compelling the President to run again.
A mysterious caller in a New York to Sumatra broadcast hints at involvement with a German consulate case. The voice claimed to be "E. H." and asked for protection after a tense exchange, mentioning a potential meeting and exposing a possible link to a murdered attache.
A fragmentary exchange shows two speakers arguing over protection. One asserts they never claimed protection while the other insists the police were asked for it, highlighting a tense miscommunication.
A tense radio station exchange reveals a caller claiming ties to a backer while police search the speaker’s whereabouts. The caller’s soft voice and evasive statements trigger suspicions of a fake claim as NBC staff recount the scene and the mayor urges Finland relief donations.
Edgar A. Guest laments that knowledge should enrich humanity not enable destruction. He questions why culture is used for violence and asks learning to end in friendship, wisdom, and skilled hands rather than spreading desolation. The piece urges gentleness in education.
British afternoon papers placed news of Douglas Fairbanks's death above war coverage, signaling the actor's high public profile as the casualty list and ongoing conflict received less emphasis.
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