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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 14, 1942

Page

5

Florida Driver’s Test Baffles Anxious Motorists

In Daytona Beach Henry McLemore writes about Florida’s new driver’s test after years of lax rules. He recalls novices and even children behind the wheel, jokes about cow encounters on highways, and the challenge of passing a test that aims to curb the once broad driving access.

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Democracy and equality clash in Wiggam Q&A insights

Albert E Wiggam discusses democracy aiming to create unequal as opposed to equal opportunities, contrasting with totalitarian aims. He argues education should reveal personal superiority beyond race creed or past servitude, while love and social behavior reflect flattery and friendliness in human relations.

Man or Mouse Driver Test Reveals Hidden Fear

Narrator reflects on a tense driving test with a cynical inspector watching every move. He compares himself to a mouse under scrutiny and imagines a cat entering the room would target him, illustrating intense anxiety and self-doubt.

Edgar A. Guest Poem Portrait of a Spry Grandpa

The poem presents a stout grandpa eager to serve in a post or public duty. It calls for enlisting a “grandpa squad” of youthful grandpas ready to fight the foe and work for Uncle Sam, despite age. The speaker notes his vigor, mobility, and willingness to act over years.

Uncle Sam Sam

Substitutions for candied fruit in cakes and puddings

Readable text notes that candied grapefruit peel may substitute citron and candied cranberries may substitute for candied cherries in fruit cakes and plum puddings. No dates or organizations are present.

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