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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1956
Page
6
The piece defends Eisenhower's veto while criticizing lobbying tactics in the Harris Fulbright bill debate. It argues that high pressure lobbying taints public trust and urges reexamination of practices, noting music diplomacy requires government and public support to grow.
The piece argues that American music acts as a potent diplomatic tool, with Louis Armstrong and the Everyman Opera Company boosting US cultural presence abroad. It notes mixed views on how such performances reflect America, but asserts the works convey authentic American life to audiences in Moscow, Warsaw, and Prague.
At a news conference Governor Hoegh was asked about his 1956 campaign manager. He hinted Russell Lundy would likely lead again though Lundy currently serves as Iowa Highway Commissioner with public pay. The letter argues Lundy cannot balance duties and urges a non payroll manager, citing Beardsley era examples and noting public payroll campaigns are not inherently proper.
Norman Vincent Peale urges putting others first to find vitality and success. He recounts a sales manager who sends a rep off bookless to serve customers and the community, then returns energized and ready to sell. Peale links selfless service with overcoming fear and self pity through genuine care for people in daily life.
The Fourth street crossing danger prompted North Western and Rock Island to propose several mitigations. They include flagman duties, extra tracks, and clear yard measures before freight enters the business district. Cedar Rapids women collected 917 garments for Belgian war families. Miss Maria Leonard led the drive. First avenue paving in 1916 is doubtful due to funds and rail steel shortages. City officials inspected the river wall near First and Second avenues and praised adherence to plans.
Frank C. Moore argues metropolitan growth blurs boundaries and requires coordinated action. He urges expanded use of existing agencies, better local planning, zoning, and joint services to tackle area wide problems from traffic to education and to overcome mutual distrust between central cities and suburbs.
A reader recalls two civics lessons from a grammar school introduction. One claims Roosevelt would protect Americans worldwide, the other alleges Europeans must carry IDs while Americans could travel without documentation. The remark reflects on changing times.
Analysis argues if Washingtons warning still holds as Europe remains a primary interest for the United States. It notes shared culture and history, Europe’s scientific output, and its large population, weighing isolation versus permanent involvement in postwar balance of power.
Ex president Hoover’s phrase western Gibraltar frames a debate on abandoning European defense. The piece weighs intercontinental missiles versus NATO aid, German rearmament, European unification efforts, and the risk of Soviet aggression while considering atomic energy for peace and the role of Asian defense.
Readers discuss U S stake in Europe and Asia in the Great Decisions program. Voters weighed aims for firm defense, potential war options, and shifting leadership to Europe while stressing economic and social cooperation and reduced reliance on militarism.
A group of local residents share retirement visions. Many prefer staying near friends and family in Cedar Rapids or Iowa, valuing climate, seasons, and accessible activities. Some favor quieter countryside living in or near Iowa, while others seek southern locales or continued work if health allows.
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