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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1947
Page
6
The article argues that national union leaders drive portal-to-portal back pay suits, while local unions and workers may oppose them. It contends court rulings could back billions in back pay, urging public relations benefits over immediate collection. It also criticizes Senate alphabetic voting rules delaying Bilbo's seating and calls for reform.
An OCR fragment notes a Senate rule quirk delaying Theodore Bilbo of Mississippi from oath and seat, fueling a Republican debate over denying or unseating him once seated. The text hints at a direct, unresolved line of action.
Parents who pled guilty to contributing to the delinquency of a 16 year old daughter were fined $50 each in Judge G K Thompson's court Thursday. Authorities say parental neglect or lax discipline fuels juvenile trouble and commend the timely action that held parents responsible to curb delinquency. The piece urges other guardians to exercise ordinary sense to protect their children.
The piece defends Bernard Baruch in U N talks on atomic bomb control. It argues a veto only for safeguarding misuse, condemns Soviet objections, and stresses Senate ratification requires explicit safeguards and broad cross party support.
Leonard Lyons recounts L H Hall accepting 2000 books for his bare library and a writer’s political gift. Edward J. Reilly recalls Jassie Condon’s steady Hauptman trial testimony. Bo McMillan unveils the supposed Perfect Play while Gertrude Lawrence eyes a Mexico City tour. Steinbecks declare Jacks Are Wild Day as a party excuse.
Wealthy stars and industry insiders are highlighted for their earnings and frugality in Hollywood and messages of postwar aid. Chevalier commanded $21,000 a week on Smiling Lieutenant while other entertainers seek housing and aid veterans. Dominican immigration efforts guide 9,000 displaced to Santo Domingo. A dramatic incident links Lehman Engel to a bloodstained prop hand from RCA Victor.
The nocturnal chatter recalls John “Bug” Baer and Johnny Lewis awaiting a Supreme Court hearing as weather turns. The piece mocks Johnny’s confidence and notes the nine justices and the pending decision with playful allusions to a marching scene.
Drew Pearson attacks lawmakers including Thomas Wassee cee and Frank Keefe for personal financial interests. He cites lobbying fees for Gene Cox and recent war contract scandals involving Bilbo, May, and Taft era caucus maneuvers. The piece critiques Senate seniority rules and committee assignment fights reflecting on accountability.
A fragment notes unfamiliar coverage from the Detroit News about a sailing incident, a missing Dan Beard book for boys, and instructions for making a toy from barrel staves. The text is unclear but mentions no casualties and hints at oversight by editors.
In Capetown Field Marshal Smuts gave two talks to different audiences. He criticized UN action on racial rights for world readers while reaffirming South African voters backing no concessions on race. He warned of a future white versus color struggle as he explained the Indian population in the Union.
A period-column contrasts Jim Farley and Ed Flynn in a feud sparked by Farley opposition to a third term and Roosevelt leadership. It argues for cleansing the Democratic Party of left wingers and bosses, noting Truman's struggle and potential Farley leadership. It also surveys South Africa race policy and U.N. pressure, highlighting global echoes and U.S. domestic civil rights efforts.
Dr. William Brady discusses nervousness definitional doubts and links calmness to hand training during childhood. He cites examples from the X family and notes mixed dental opinions about tooth condition. A reader asks about health risks from garden sludge and fertilizer and the safety of producing vegetables in city sludge proximity.
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