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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1947
Page
6
Estherville four officers resign saying the public ignores liquor laws, urging Iowa legislators to enforce laws as written or replace them. The piece argues that enforcing current statutes is essential to maintain law and order and public trust in police.
The Senate confirms General George C. Marshall as secretary of state, praising his wartime leadership, diplomacy, and candor. Byrnes receives thanks for his tough tenure and UN efforts, though ill health ends his service at a crucial moment.
Leonard Lyons reports on Biro returning from Buenos Aires with a three year writing pencil and 42 other inventions while Jimmy Roosevelt recruits Hollywood donors to the Democratic party. Other notes include a book plan by Bracken, Tanaka’s son’s labor aid pledge, Welles and Hayworth filming in England, Cloete’s Africa trip, UN official Laugier’s hospital stay, Bonnet and Lie visiting, Douglas buying a Carmel home, Cox autobiography selling out, a Picasso collage exhibit, Peggy Hopkins Joyce on bridesmaids, Bernstein engagement, and Cowan hosting a celebration.
The piece mentions Len and Felicia becoming officially engaged. It notes Alexander Lindey’s new book on motion picture contracts and Jackie Gleason’s blood donation for Jimmy Cannon at St Claire’s Hospital. It also covers Sam Behrman London's production of Jane and Runyon’s last night reflections on taxes and wealth.
The San Francisco Examiner marks twenty eight years with Bugs Baer by reprinting notable prophecies and anecdotes. He notes birthday reflections and key dated lines regarding naval pacts and East Asia events, including December 1 1931 and December 5 1941.
George E. Sokol sky argues that Republican control of Congress came through orderly process. He praises Taft as leader and notes the Senate and House will legislate with cross party votes, describing varied Republican factions and the resilience of individual judgment within party unity.
Washington reports reveal Gen. Lucius Clay faced pressure after George Meader’s Germany tour and NAM talks urged ties with German industrialists. Clay warned Byrnes he would resign if such negotiations continued, while Byrnes pressed Russia on lend lease debt and Smith met Molotov. The piece also notes congressional resistance to reorganization and Sen. Aiken lobbying for the St. Lawrence Seaway with President Truman signaling support.
Marquis Childs argues Byrnes secretaries created a cohesive, trusted group. He warns discarding Russell, Cohen, Benton, Acheson, and Clayton risks losing policy momentum and continuity into 1947. Marshall’s approach demands experienced diplomats. keeping the Byrnes team steady aids transition.
Dr Brady argues against crude antiseptics for minor wounds. He says leave wounds exposed to air if possible, or apply a liberal pour of Mild Tincture of Iodine to cover the raw surface until dry, then protect with sterile covering. He dismisses salves and newer medicines as useless for first aid. He notes Mild Tincture of Iodine differs from old tincture by lower iodine content and cautions proper labeling.
The writer notes a supplement to the everyday diet mentions only six nutrients. He questions the absence of a seventh ingredient linked to the seven keys and explains omitting ibaa to suit the majority, while recognizing some youths and adults may miss an option in ordinary meals.
Analyst notes that General Marshall will influence U S policy through his personality and experience. Policy toward Russia likely follows Byrnes, China leans Marshall, Latin America seeks Argentina understanding, while internal debates shape key appointments and reliance on seasoned foreign service officials.
A fragment reflecting on difficulty and resolve among Americans amid high spending, noting a year with 127 billion dollars spent and sales resistance on the opposite side of the counter.
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