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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1935
Page
21
The Baltimore Sun laments round figures in public budgeting arguing they mask real costs. It urges tighter estimates, noting large figures demand scrutiny and that even small differences matter in taxpayer dollars.
A former magazine editor tested blind judging by covering authors’ names to curb bias toward famous writers. Readers still fell prey to reputations, applauding unknowns’ work and snubbing polished pieces from well known names, underscoring the need to judge merit independently.
The article traces the evolution of public access to income tax returns from 1933 to 1926 and notes shifts in publicity for government and corporate records. It discusses AAA payments, veteran payments, and calls for transparency while citing political votes and warnings from President Coolidge. It ends with a light remark on dirigibles and a note on seeking international agreement for future wars.
A column of quickfire opinions naming actors directors and writers such as Alastair Mackintosh Gar Wood Billie Burke Grantland Rice Kath leen Norris Bert Lytell Grace Menken Garbo and others. It weaves anecdotes on fame taste and media culture with sharp quips about editors theaters and newspapers.
A collage of musings on newspapers, art, boxing, and stage figures. Reflections touch Gaugin, Jack Dempsey, Bert Wheeler, Willie Howard, Ed Wynn, Frank Buck, Clyde Beatty, Ollie Phant, tax refunds, and long scripted performances.
The United States government established a 15 000 acre migratory wildfowl refuge in southwestern Oregon by purchasing the Peter French ranch. U S Attorney Carl G Donaugh presented a $675 000 check to Swift and Company to seal the deal.
The Gazette notes the Chamber of Commerce will use the YMCA as temporary headquarters after a fire destroys their building. Michael Netley, a former resident now in Waterloo, turns 104 tomorrow. Mrs A Burdyte returned from Waterloo where she spoke to Lincoln circle.
Dr S Parkes Cadman of Brooklyn spoke at the city auditorium today as the tenth number of the Redpath Vawter series. Willam Dennis, former Linn county clerk, was appointed to the state board of parole by Governor Clarke to succeed William Barry of Indianola whose term expired. A Jeffrey of Cedar Rapids was named on the board of directors of the Central Iowa Retail Lumbermen's association at the meeting here. A L Stodola and A L Liddle returned to their Esmay Mont homestead after a visit here.
The Cedar Rapids Federation of Labor plans to lease Union Park for the summer and repair it into a picnic ground. Manager L. W. Gifford and Northern Grain office staff arrive and move into quarters at the Masonic temple. J E Ives returns from a year traveling Europe Africa and South America. Prof J B Cameron to travel to Brooklyn for an illustrated bird lecture.
A dense listing of radio and network programs, dates, and performers across NBC CBS and regional stations. It references Keileion, Grace Hayes, Sigimund Bombers, Richard Bonelli, Kostelanetsky, Bud Shilkret, Guy Lombardo, and various orchestras with times and stations listed. The fragmentary page shows concert, dance, and symphony items with multiple affiliations, highlighting a lively postwar era broadcasting scene.
The latest cloak room chatter says Huey Long’s finances are the subject of a secret probe and a national denouement may follow. Huey’s guards, his senate rhetoric, and the administration’s friction with Farley are all noted amid a broad panorama of congressional life in Washington.
A playful 1936 verse laments the power of the influenza germ. It mocks human boasts as fever, chills, and bed bound weakness reveal how fragile plans and pride are under its assault. The poem personifies Staphylo as a tiny foe that defeats doctors and nobles alike.
Cedar Rapids National Bank as trustee resigns from February 2 1970 agreement between Collins Mortgage Company and related debenture holders. Notification states transfer of duties to successor and release of all trustee rights effective March 16 or earlier if successor appointed. Bank cashier and clerk acknowledge consent and waiver attached to deed of trust.
From Linn County Iowa comes notice that Dinautty Bat Nore has been appointed and qualified as Administratrix of the estate of Myron Tindley Day. All persons indebted must pay promptly and those with claims should file them with the Clerk of Linn County Courthouse. LIAM STICKNEY is Administrator, Pred W Mann Attorney.
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