21 Dec 1938
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1938
Page
1
The writer critiques a system that lets a convicted crook rise to great power and plunder, praising the beauty some see in a nation that still accepts appearances. He honors Mrs. A W Lee for her quiet generosity to Camp Good Health and Cedar Rapids, and condemns disruptions around Dies and La Follette inquiries while noting ongoing labor strife and civil liberties debates.
Mrs Stella Wulf a 48 year old Cedar Rapids woman died after being struck by a car driven by Ralph Bowman a Mount Vernon college senior as she crossed Lincoln Highway No 30 five miles west of Cedar Rapids Bowmans car left its lane to avoid her but struck her skull fracture and broken leg were reported and she died in a local hospital at 10 42 am The elder Bowman said his son swerved and left the road to miss the woman The incident occurred while a car driven by Wulfs husband Henry had stopped eastbound at the nearby driveway The body was taken to Brosh funeral home and an inquest decision was pending"
James Roosevelt said he might seek election to public office in 1942 while staying legally resident in Massachusetts. He noted he was too busy to run in 1940 and planned to divide time between New York and Hollywood for his film work.
Cedar Rapids experiences a bright cold finale to fall as morning clouds clear and temperatures rise from a 16 degree low at 9 am to 22 by 2 30 pm. The previous day’s high reached 34 at 2 pm, then dropped to 20 by midnight per the Chambers Inskeep company dial.
The text notes the Dies committee probing communism fascism and socialism within the government faced resistance from Congress and an administration that denied requests for support. It claims orchestrated opposition threatened a Texan investigator and calls for help from real democrats and American allies.
A 1938 piece argues against fascism by portraying iconic figures Mickey Mouse and Popeye as victims of an oppressive regime. It defends humor and satire as antidotes to tyranny and war drills, urging readers to laugh at fanaticism and embrace spinach powered defiance.
Citizen watchdogs organized by the Citizens Committee of Connecticut pledge to focus public opinion on the alcohol industry and enforce control laws. The effort, backed by the distilled spirits institute and liquor representatives, calls for citizen help to uphold Prohibition-era and post Prohibition controls nationwide.
United Mine Workers union members will be assessed one dollar in January to reimburse the union’s treasury. Officials denied the funds will go to the Congress of Industrial Organizations. They said both the UMW and the CIO are financially sound, but the assessment aims to strengthen miners’ treasury.
The main delegations of the Pan American conference in Lima reach a framework declaration against aggression and undue interference. The text, named the Declaration of Lima, seeks universal approval from 21 American republics with provisions for consultation and defense measures.
Washington AP Sumner Welles acting secretary of state said the surplus commodities corporation will provide 500000 bushels of wheat monthly for six months to ease Spanish suffering. The American Red Cross will process it into flour at 100000 barrels monthly with private funds.
Radio contact with French colonists on St Pauls island near the Antarctic edge was restored. Minister Mandel said the group faced food and coal shortages with no local fuel. Naval ships prepared to deliver coal from Diego Suarez Madagascar as the crew awaited rescue.
Leo T. Mikesh of Ackley faced pending charges after a lone robber held up the Kesley Clarksville State Bank and escaped with 53 dollars. Miss Tillie Johnson, 35, was locked in the vault but later freed as sheriff Frank Neal ordered charges to be filed with County Attorney Harvey Carter. The suspected robber fled west in an aging gray-green vehicle.
Chief of Police Bob Vinch issued a stern warning to reckless and speeding drivers on a campaign to crack down, focusing on residential areas and light delivery trucks. He cited passing on the left and crossing streets as violations and urged public cooperation to reduce accidents.
A blast during fueling of an oil burning engine ignited a fire at the Rock Island roundhouse injuring G. R. Nelson, 26, of 405 First Street SW. Nelson suffered first degree burns to his face and right arm and was treated at St. Luke's hospital. Firemen worked over an hour to control flames that spread to the engine cab and roundhouse ceiling.
President Roosevelt plans to renew his demand for reorganizing executive departments. The move faces a likely House battle similar to last year as he prepares to include it in his state of the union message. House Republicans, Democrats, and key leaders signal division and procedure changes for the next session.
The number of typhoid cases on record Wednesday fell to 34 after more reports arrived in the last 24 hours. City physician Dr. V. H. Hasek hopes to reduce those confined to 20 by Christmas.
Fragmented notice shows multiple want ad lines offering items for sale. A boy’s tricycle with affordable price appears with a contact at Illist Ave. W Apt B. A child’s toy archery set is offered at a cheap rate with a contact number, and another ad invites readers to call S-1121 or 2-2217 to place ads.
President Roosevelt reportedly instructed departments to stop drafting legislation for Congress, directing bill writing to Senate and House committees. A forthcoming message will offer affirmative suggestions while curbing executive drafting. Hopkins possibles sparked Senate talk on commerce post and relief politics.
Edward B. Drew, 30, was arrested at 1617 Wildwood Dr NE on a charge of leaving the scene of an accident without aid. He pled not guilty and posted $1,000 bond. Victim L. E. Nagle, 66, of 713 Third Ave SE, remained in fair condition with a compound leg fracture and facial injuries at St Luke’s Hospital.
Moscow reports substantial increases in trade between Soviet Russia and Poland seen as a Polish Soviet reply to Hitler's Ukraine designs. They announced higher inter governmental trade and planned a formal treaty and closer political ties to counter Nazi agitation for a greater Ukraine.
Texarkana report says Rep. Wright Patman plans to introduce a bill in Congress next month to provide a $30 monthly federal pension for all needy people over 65.
Aubrey Williams, deputy WPA administrator, warned a Pennsylvania workers’ delegation that the Works Progress Administration would shut down by February 7 if Congress does not provide additional funds. Dismissals could start as early as January 26, with current funds not covering beyond Feb 7, 1939. WPA enrollment stood at 3,189,045 for the week ending Dec 10.
A Chicago mother, Mary McCollum, 36, demanded $5,000 from Drexel State Bank to buy her daughter's Christmas gifts. She threatened with two nitro glycerine bottles but was captured on steps outside the bank. Police recovered the money and found the bottles contained water.
Lightning hit a Papal building causing shattered windows in the Rafael picture gallery. The Pope was in his private library on the second floor when the strike occurred. No injuries and no other damage were reported.
Montreal promoter and estranged father of MacKinlay Kantor John M. Kantor told reporters in New York that arms sales have occurred only in talk. He referenced the McKesson and Robbins case and noted about fifty billion dollars worth of rifles sold abroad in conversation but claimed no cash sales he knew of.
Arthur Bugs Baer riffs on a Musica feature and its global impact with satirical flair. He notes opportunities in America for a bold young man, with playful jabs about fingerprints and self-praise.
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