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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1933
Page
1
A spirited discussion on Asiatic diplomacy and wartime debts unfolds as Cordell Hull looms large for future policy. Local commentary reflects on fiscal reform, hospital strains, and political tensions shaping upcoming congressional action.
Secretary of State Stimson sent a note to the league of nations stating the United States is in general accord with the league’s conclusions on Japan’s Manchukuo policy. He urged Japan and China to resolve their quarrel peacefully and uphold nonrecognition of Manchukuo.
Fire of unknown origin destroyed the Mid way Sales pavilion on the Robert S. Smylie farm near Columbus Junction injuring no people but burning forty five hogs and twenty tons of hay. Investigators found the blaze grew fast before discovery as wind fanned the flames toward the Smylie home but firefighters kept the residence safe. The 1918 structure hosted farmers sales each Tuesday and the loss was partly insured.
U S Senator Thomas J. Walsh of Montana and Senora Nieves Perez Chaumont De Trustin were married in a civil ceremony at the bride’s Marianao home. A religious rite followed, with notable witnesses including U S ambassador Harry Guggenheim. The couple planned to fly to Washington for the senator to assume duties in the Roosevelt cabinet.
President Hoover signed the Couzens emergency aid bill less than five hours after Congress approved it. The measure grants the comptroller of the currency powers parallel to state officials over national banks.
Anxious Chicago faces uncertainty as Mayor Cermak remains near death. City hall officials and associates monitor his condition while Governor Horner and others discuss succession and a June special election. Possible successors include a temporary mayor pro tem or an authority from the council or state legislature amid unresolved legal precedent.
Denver searches spread citywide as 4 000 volunteers join peace officers in chasing kidnapers of Charles Boettcher II. Claude Boettcher fixed zero hour to force contact within twelve days while police pursue leads including gambler O E Stevens acting as potential go between.
Dr. Maude E. Watson argues college students drink cheat and gamble to escape reality under pressure from exacting professors and families. She cites egotistic professors who reward loud laughter and social striving as factors shaping student behavior.
Penick and Ford, Ltd. reported net profits of 915,820 for 1932, equal to 2.29 a share, as disclosed by company officials in Cedar Rapids after receipt of New York word. The 1931 profits were 1,002,823 or 2.50 a share.
AP forecast for the week starting Monday February 27 covers the upper Mississippi and lower Missouri valleys and the northern central great plains. One or two precipitation periods are likely with indications of colder air especially in the north by midweek.
Paris reported the Quai d Orsay plans a definite French debt proposal to present to the incoming Roosevelt administration. France aims for a rigid position with reduced principal and interest and expects to join inter Allied talks without risking December payments. Herriot and Berenger are considered to head France's delegation in likely negotiations.
Chicago up report states Superior Judge Denis E. Sullivan ruled that bank receivers appointed by former State Auditor Oscar Nelson are illegal and void. The court found the appointing statute violates the state constitution and left the practical effect on receiverships unclear.
Chicago AP report notes Cook County commissioners voted down a $10,000 appropriation for the 1833 world fair by a 6 to 3 margin. Commissioner Peter M. Kelly urged funding while Dan Ryan argued the county needed funds for unemployed and institutions. The federal grant stood at $1,000,000.
A truck carrying twelve Tama County workers overturned on the Lincoln highway two miles northwest of Montour at 6 p.m. Saturday. Edward Houghton, 25, suffered a fractured skull and other injuries. others listed include Harry Lee, Rex Guyer, Bystrickey, Harry Pence, Henry Mott, Wilbur Kellogg, Moubray, Ronald Ray, Elmer Wilson, and Frank Hofer with various cuts and contusions. All injured were Tama residents and were taken to Tama or Marshalltown for treatment.
Indiana Governor Paul V. McNutt said he will pardon or parole about 400 inmates serving liquor charge sentences once the state enforcement law is repealed. The move excludes those convicted of public intoxication or drunk driving, and amnesty will extend to transporting, importing and selling liquor. The repeal aims to align state law with federal enforcement and publicize a broader shift toward legalized beer and medicinal whiskey.
Washington AP reports Joshua R Clark resigns as United States ambassador to Mexico effective immediately after two days of deliberation. Speculation notes Clark could be retained by the next administration. Salt Lake City lawyer had indicated retirement and declined to discuss a potential reappointment by Roosevelt.
Nile Cochran a Moville farmer facing murder trial in Elk Point for the death of R. D. Markell during the Sioux City milk war was reportedly moved to a Sioux Falls jail for safekeeping after being hustled from Woodbury county jail. Authorities offered no firm confirmation on his exact whereabouts.
The piece argues happiness is contentment found in a harmony of outer and inner life. It critiques the era’s frustrations, material rush, and divided minds, calling for faith to face life and settle social values before true happiness can be reached. It notes that happiness, if found, comes when we forget about it.
Maryland officials moved quickly to draft emergency legislation to shield depositors in banks closed by a holiday proclamation. Attorney General Lane finalized the draft and briefed Gov. Ritchie and bank officials at a conference. The exact provisions remained confidential as leaders pledged rapid passage ahead of a holiday end date.
Washington awaits the 1933 inauguration as planners brace for crowds of about 200000. The weather office offers little help and long range forecasts are avoided. Parades and stands are prepared along Pennsylvania Avenue with a presidential viewing platform at the Capitol.
James M. Burch aged 102 died Saturday in Lynchburg Virginia. He was a native of Amherst County and the son of Stephen Burch who had lived 114 years at his death.
Record shows Cedar Rapids auto toll results this year with counts of accidents injuries and fatalities. Data indicates numbers for accidents injured and killed, but details are partially unclear from the fragment.
Miami AP reports Mayor Cermak remains in doubt of survival after emergency illness. Dr Frederic Tice says colitis persists but less severe, oxygen and heart stimulants continued, a gelatin meal given, pulse 120 respiration 4 temperature 99.4, rest expected tonight.
Doctors Tice and Meyer report Cermak’s condition “more promic faing” after a transfusion of blood given by intern Dr. Moseley. Mayor shot Feb 15 by Giuseppe Zangara. if he dies, Zangara faces murder charges and possible death penalty. Oxygen treatment started, pulse rose from 108 to 120, Roosevelt and others called.
In Miami a Chicago Mayor Anton J. Cermak's daughter narrowly escaped a fatal accident when their car on the Venetian causeway lost brakes and teetered toward Bocaine bay. Mrs Floyd Kenlay drove and pulled the emergency brake to halt the vehicle before it plunged over the edge. The party, including Mrs J Gates and Miss Vivian Graham, were en route to the hospital where the mayor lies near death.
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