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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 03, 1937

Page

8

No Traitor Like Him In Treachery Of Domestic Treason

Poem line recounts Byron poem excerpt noting a traitor within trusted circles. Expresses sharp rebuke of betrayal and betrayal’s personal sting.

Byron

Brookings Experts Study Federal News Agencies and Propaganda Trends

A Brookings Institution survey analyzes how many government press agencies exist, their roles, and spending as part of reforming federal communications. It notes extensive publicity operations under the New Deal and debates a central information bureau, while stressing the need for independent information sources to prevent centralized control and guard against dictatorship.

Federal Administrative Machinery Congress Brookings Institution Brookings Washington

Public View Mixed on Basil Zaharoff After Death

Readers anticipate a harsh reception of Basil Zaharoff in public discourse as memories fade and speculation links him to a potential film portrayal by George Arliss. The remark hints at a critical but uncertain public mood surrounding his posthumous image.

Sir Basil Zaharoff Basil George Arliss

Air transport 1936 progress praised despite accidents

A year-end review credits 1936 air travel with better service and growth while acknowledging accidents. Col Eddie Rickenbacker urges more funding for 24 hour radio navigation aids at Commerce Department stations, urging Congress to finance essential improvements to air navigation facilities.

Eddie Rickenbacker Col J. Monroe Johnson Department of Commerce Rickenbacker Congress Johnson Department American Airlines

Aviation safety duty amid 1934 accident scrutiny

Officials in both public and private sectors acknowledge responsibility for locating causes of recent air accidents and taking steps to prevent recurrences. The commentary notes government spending on aviation safety despite budget pressures and suggests reallocating funds from less sensible programs.

Jim Farley

Governor Landon Seals GOP Leadership Clinching Honor

Report says Governor Landon clinched leadership of the Republican party through sportsmanlike conduct in Washington recently. The note adds a witty line about keeping lapel sunflowers watered.

Washington Landon Republican Party

War’s real horror lies in senseless human loss

A world fearing new wars tallies with a quiet revelation as 32 Austro-Hungarian soldiers finally return from 1915. Captured then sent to Siberia, their empires fell and so did the wars they fought. Bruce Catton notes two decades lost, lives robbed of meaning, with Hungarians heading home while new conflict looms.

Far East Europe Lloyd’s of London Siberia Bruce Catton Budapest

Drunk Driver Kills Two in Moscow Safety Zone Crash

A drunk driver crashed a safety zone in Moscow killing two people. He was then shot by authorities as the case proceeded through legal channels.

Moscow

Christmas Glow Fades as Santa Returns to Washington

Lighted trees linger but festive displays fade as Santa Claus finishes his holiday duties and returns to Washington. Local scene shifts from merry display to ordinary post holiday calm.

Santa Claus Washington

GOP Chairman Faces Critique Over Salary and Pension Deal

The piece questions John Hamilton, GOP chairman, regarding whether his new salary should include a serial number and a share of the new old age pension plan, highlighting potential conflict and scrutiny.

GOP John Hamilton

Quotes From Notable Figures On War Democracy And Society

A collection of remarks from diverse figures recounting views on democracy war fear leadership and modern life. Included are Col G R Pearkes on future armies and Anthony Eden on war risks, LaGuardia on democracy, Vandenberg on politics, and Ayres Read Bartlett Gibson Newman among others.

Col. G. R. Pearkes Canadian Department of National Defense

You and I Clash Over New Year Smoking Resolve

A couple argues about a New Year resolution to cut smoking. One plans to reduce to five cigarettes daily, with occasional pipe use, while the other questions the approach and start timing. The exchange centers on goals and what counts as quitting.

Omeone Lyons Lord Beaverbrook Beaverbrook

Brookhart Rumored for Interstate Commerce Commission Seat

In Washington D C rumors spread that former Senator Smith W Brookhart is seeking the Republican nomination for a seat on the Interstate Commerce Commission. The Iowa figure is said to be pursuing an appointment to the commission, stirring local discussion among Iowans.

Ashington D. C Neason Tate Joseph B. Eastman Eastman Commission Brookhart Congress Farley Farmer-Labor Senate Iowa Roosevelt la Follette Brothers Wisconsin Washington W. S. Jacobsen Clinton House Democrats Edward C. Eicher Sam Rayburn Cassius Dowell Hubert Utterback Dowell House Eicher Floyd Thurston C. L. Herring Guy Gillette Rayburn Rep Utterback Nadine Prine Wayne Hill Des Moines Steve Hill Gillette Lloyd Prince Sioux City Iowa Democrat Vincent Harrington Senator Gillette

Iowa Democrats Maneuver for Rayburn Floor Lead

Iowa lawmakers travel to Washington as Edward Eicher files plans for farm price stabilization tenancy relief and rail finance oversight. Brookhart eyed for I C C post. Brookhart’s influence and Farley’s possible support noted amid a shifting patronage landscape.

Night club impresario era of Erskine Gwynne recalled

A column recalls Erskine Gwynne once Paris society figure turned Hollywood writer and now night club impresario in America. It notes his elite upbringing, war years, Boulevardier magazine, and fall with the 1929 crash while contrasting Tommy Manville and radio goofs, with miscellaneous vignettes.

Paris Erskine Gwynne Central Park South Switzerland Gwynne America Hollywood Liberty London New York Tommy Manville

Signs of sinusitis

The article explains sinusitis as inflammation of the eight sinus cavities caused by modern living factors such as late hours dust and cold infections. It notes symptoms including congestion pus discharge and sharp pain and suggests rest diet and proper medication, with surgery only for permanent relief and doctor consultation.

Sesson

Cannibal Regrets He Has No Teeth

PORT MORESBY Paqua INS reports the Goaribari chief, famed for cannibalism, explains he no longer eats human flesh because he has no teeth. The exchange with a visiting Pa quan official highlights perceived government influence.

Port Moresby Paqua Ins

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