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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1942
Page
20
The piece argues wartime excesses like profit eering on used tires and hoarding of sugar threaten shortages. It notes no price ceilings exist and suggests abroad rationing as a fair remedy, warning readers that widespread rationing may be adopted to curb dislocations and restore balance.
A resident finds a bomb fragment stamped Made in U S A on a Japanese bomb shed off a Pacific island. The piece is cited to argue that appeasement fails and that tolerating blackmail leads to greater danger, condemning past U S coddling of aggressors and oil shipments to Japan.
A proposal praises a driver education program in Iowa high schools run with the state public safety department. It argues the course should excuse agents from written exams and emphasizes practical instruction over theory to produce safer, more competent drivers in the future.
Dr. Joseph Fort Newton recalls a burned church at St. James Piccadilly and notes the Bible's relevance amid destruction. He describes The Bible for Today edition with headlines and subheads, offering Job and Amos as timeless messages of sorrow and critique, ending with hope in a healer.
Robert Quillen argues that America wastes resources during peril, citing Japan's strength and the need for total war production. He laments luxury goods, red tape, and lack of trained personnel, urging immediate mobilization and anti-asset complacency.
Pertinax argues the Egyptian break with Vichy is overdue as British and Egyptian interests diverge. He notes French influence remains strong in Egypt via Suez Canal ties, French institutions, and a sizeable French and North African population. The piece questions the persistence of Vichy diplomats and foresees a shift toward Free French protection.
The oldest active barber in the United States has celebrated his ninety eighth birthday. He continues to tell the tale of his long career as Montrose area residents recall his storied craft and local history.
Paul Mallon notes President Roosevelt rushed the choice of Nelson as sole head of war production. Nelson learned of the appointment at the White House after Vice President Wallace and others pressed for one-man control. Discussion of alternative plans and timing, including pressure from Willkie and Beaverbrook, is noted as context. The piece argues the new system works and addresses defense bonds and debt financing as not undermining the war effort.
The Journal discusses a potential federal sales tax in 1942, noting objections about equity, demand impact, and flexibility. It argues tax exempt food would ease burden, that wartime inflation control supports curbing buying, and that borrowing will fund most costs. A sales tax could raise billions and slow nonessential demand.
General Hugh S. Johnson argues delay in Nelson’s appointment reflects political maneuvering but stresses one-man control of war production is essential. He praises Nelson’s industrial experience and urges unity and swift action to avoid further blunders as the nation advances in wartime effort.
The piece recalls Gen. Billy Mitchell being dismissed in 1926 after claiming air superiority and sinking a battleship from the air. It notes a modern revival of his legacy with a commercial sponsor backing the revival and a nostalgic voice praising his stance.
A medical advice column discusses dizziness on standing, noting it can arise in healthy people with weak tone and from ear canal irritation. It recommends nutrition, exercise, and ear care, plus a simple foot soaking solution, and distinguishes benign from pus-related urine cloudiness needing examination.
A column notes science aims to extend human life while also exploring methods to prevent sudden death, highlighting dual aims in medical research and ethical considerations.
A Pittsburgh Press feature traces automotive design progress from 1940 to 1942 noting the disappearance of running boards in 1940 models, absence of gear shifts in 1941 designs, and the irony of cars described as nonexistent by 1942 as industry changes redefine the vehicle.
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