Roosevelt Inaugural Address Champions Democracy and Power Balance
The remarks praise Franklin D. Roosevelt's second inaugural address for eloquence and persuasion. The article notes no formal program but highlights his stance on democratic control of power, elections, and the fight for national security amid widespread suffering. It emphasizes the President’s vision of constraining autocracy and strengthening government through an honest system of elections.
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Mystery surrounds disappearance of Iowa liquor seals and rival bootlegger claims
Thousands of liquor seals vanished from the Iowa Liquor Control Commission headquarters and later resurfaced with bootleggers. A bootlegger testifies he bought them from the current chairman, then recants under oath. no arrests have followed as investigators筛 lingering doubts about a broader conspiracy.
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Former Iowa liquor seals case leads to Supreme Court ruling
A former Linn County liquor commission chairman who sent state seals to a friend faced a district court verdict for violating the liquor control act by distributing seals. The Iowa Supreme Court reversed, ruling it unlawful to possess liquor without state seals, regardless of origin. The piece notes broader worries over liquor traffic and cites a Wisconsin bill to ban straw polls by media, prompted by Representative Michael Reilly.
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Four Hurt In Head On Plane Auto Crash Near LA
Four men were seriously injured in a head on collision near Los Angeles when a small plane struck a car. Police said the plane crashed and the occupants were rushed to hospital with severe injuries.
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Our President as Leader and Symbol of a Nation
The column extols the President as a sacred symbol and embodiment of national will, stressing that the leader reflects the people’s character and faith. It praises chosen presidents, notes their trials, and invokes divine guidance for righteous stewardship. Copyright 1937 by Dr. Newton.
Plan Shelter for Flood Refugees
The nation mobilized flood rescue forces to feed and shelter nearly 10 000 refugees and rescue hundreds of marooned families as Ohio valley rivers rose. Eight deaths were reported and losses exceed 200 000 dollars with worse flooding feared. the map lists refugees in Indiana Kentucky Illinois Pennsylvania West Virginia and Ohio with crews massing aid and evacuation plans.
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Flooding Hits Knox County After White River Levee Breach
Hazleton Indiana reports seven foot wall of water on U S Highway 41 flooding thousands of acres in southern Knox county. White River breached Plass Ditch levee a half mile north of Decker and a second breach near a new bridge released more flood waters. Farmers were believed prepared for the breaks.
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Iowa Farm Bureau Opens Eighteenth Convention in Des Moines
Inclement weather and dangerous road conditions threaten attendance at the Iowa Farm Bureau federation's eighteenth annual convention in Des Moines. The event faces political opposition to its $10 member fee, up from $5, with debates likely over the poultry marketing co operative backed by the federal government and a large loan from the Omaha bank. Delegates will scrutinize service activities, including farm insurance plans, oil company ties, and the Iowa Livestock Marketing Corporation, amid behind closed doors discourse. Rural electrification is a central exhibit theme as sessions begin with Francis Johnson and Governor Nelson Kraschel speaking.
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Second Sleet Storm Follows Rain Threatening Freeze
Cedar Rapids and vicinity faced another sleet storm followed by rain creating a one inch sandy ice crust. Temperatures rose through the day from 20 to 38 F as streetcars and roads faced slick conditions. Rail, bus, and air services experienced delays though highways remained traversable with caution.
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Co Pilot Owens Fifth Victim Of Mountain Crash
C T Owens co pilot of a Western Air Express liner died in a Glendale hospital after the January 12 crash near Burbank. Martin Johnson explorer and three others also died of injuries from the wreckage.
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German War Vessel Sinks with 25 Drowned
Kiel reports 25 crew members drowned when the German naval auxiliary vessel Welle of 470 tons sank during a snowstorm off Fehmarn.
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Coe Band Members Huddle In Pullman Cars Inaugural Day
Coe College Military Band huddled in Pullman cars on a freight car miles from downtown Washington as Roosevelt’s inaugural parade flowed in rain. Members played bridge, shaved, and dressed only in shoes and towels while a few walked to hear the president’s oath.
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Two Kidnap Notes Written by Boy’s Hand
Seattle police and federal agents led a major manhunt for a Mattson kidnapping suspect as officers searched shack towns and itinerant camps around Seattle. In Tacoma the texts of two notes allegedly written by 10 year old Charles Mattson were published by the Seattle Post-Intelligencer, detailing ransom demands and threats to police, with the signature Tim Tim.
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Madrid air incident leaves many dead and injured
A sudden attack in Madrid's southern district fatally wounded a score or more and injured many others. Victims arrived at improvised emergency hospitals, with six women and five children among the first brought to the Puente de Vallecas first aid station.
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Jewels For His Crown Opens In Gazette Serial
Tomorrow's Gazette begins the serial Jewels For His Crown by Mrs. Harry Pugh Smith. The tale follows an average American family as Tim Lacey, a gentle father, helps bear the burdens of his children through romances and marital life.
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Roosevelt Begins Second Inaugural Parade In Rain
President Roosevelt and officials watched the wet inaugural parade from the White House reviewing stand. About 200000 spectators crowded Pennsylvania Avenue as the army navy marine corps coast guardsmen and cadets marched by through rain. The President attended in a heated replica of Andrew Jacksons Hermitage booth while engineers removed bullet proof glass.
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Trolley Crews Battle Sleet to Keep Cars Moving
Sleety weather disrupted Cedar Rapids and Marion street car service Tuesday night with crews racing to keep switches clear. By 2:30 p.m. all cars operated though hampered, one Kenwood car burned out its motor and needed repair. A substitute car ran the route, while officials warned of possible freezing and further tie-ups like the Jan. 8 shutdown.
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Glass strike ends as Buick plants shut to meet labor talks
GM executives led by Alfred P Sloan Jr arrive in Washington for talks with Frances Perkins to settle the United Automobile Workers strike. In Pittsburgh the plate glass dispute ends with an eight cent an hour raise, enabling production to resume.
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Inauguration Dawns Under Winter Rain for Roosevelt Second Term
Roosevelt begins his second term as rain drenches Washington. Chief Justice Hughes administers the oath at noon. Garner is sworn in earlier. The open car return to the White House defies the weather as the nation braces for reform.
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Inaugural Address Echoes Four-Year Aim
The speech recalls four years since the inauguration of a President and the republics pledge to secure peace and happiness for all. It vows action to remove those who profaned the temple of ancient faith, urging steadfast pursuit of security and prosperity.
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