Willkie Favored in Cedar Rapids Area Despite Roosevelt Doubts
The Gazette surveys Iowa reaction to Wendell Willkie at Philadelphia. Cedar Rapids area, a conservative GOP stronghold, shows strong Willkie support among urban voters and farmers in eastern Iowa through Ames and Iowa State College. Confirmation of Willkie appeal across eastern, central, and northern Iowa follows Anderson’s farm tour and coverage of Philadelphia’s GOP convention.
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Police Track Down Suspect In Woman Attack Case
Police closed in on M. V. Red Hutchinson after a 23 year old woman reported being attacked and dumped from a car near Eighth Avenue and Third Street SE. The victim called for help at Fifteenth Avenue and Eighteenth Street SE around 2 18 a m, with a neighbor noting muffled sounds. She was found bruised and taken to the station as investigators pursue statutory charges.
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Stimson Urges Haven For British Warships in U S Ports
Senate hearings reveal Henry L. Stimson, nominated for secretary of war, supported allowing British Atlantic fleet vessels into American ports regardless of neutrality. The Cedar Rapids Gazette reported an exclusive claim that France units might accompany the ships, aiming to draw the U S into Europe’s war.
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I Dare You by William Danforth Sparks Men to Greatness
A tribute to William Danforth head of a large firm who inspires workers to excel. His book I Dare You is praised for its truth and spirit, urging bold action, shared success, and personal growth. Danforth motivates employees to sell, improve physically, think creatively, and build character as a path to victory.
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Wheeler Says He's Candidate for President Regardless
Sen. Burton Wheeler of Montana declared he would be presented at the Chicago Democratic National Convention as a presidential candidate whether or not President Roosevelt seeks a third term. Wheeler spoke at a public meeting hosted by peace groups and said he believes he could be nominated if Roosevelt does not run, while noting Roosevelt had not yet decided on a third term.
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Romania Aligns With Germany Amid Balkan Tensions
Reports from Bucharest say 70 Hungarian soldiers were killed as they crossed into Romanian territory between Satul Mara and Halmeu. Berlin’s influence grows as Romania seeks protection, while Britain withdraws staff and renewed German arms arrive. Diplomatic maneuvers hint at pressure on Hungary and Bulgaria to prevent dismemberment of Romania.
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Belle Plaine Youth Drowned in Long Beach Rip Current
Charles Wheeler nineteen son of Ed Wheeler county supervisor and Mrs Wheeler drowned in the Pacific at Long Beach California when caught in a rip current. Body not recovered Tuesday morning. A Belle Plaine high school graduate of 1939 he had been farming with his father and had left Friday with Paul Schild for a western trip visiting friends in Pasadena. Surviving are two sisters Florence and Lois Wheeler and grandmother Mrs Anna Moravec.
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Camp Good Health Fosters Youth Hobbies and Fitness
Archery and jacks captivate campers as boys craft bows and arrows while girls play jacks puzzles and board games. A morning flag-raising ritual rewards good behavior, tying health to citizenship and school readiness with rest, nutrition, and fresh air.
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Deamer Committees On Textbooks Study Told By Board To Stop Work
Cedar Rounds News reports that committees appointed by Superintendent Arthur Deamer to select eighth grade history and ninth grade citizenship books to replace Harold Rugg texts were ordered to cease activity by the school board. The board said Deamer acted without board approval, and the committees have been active for two weeks with members from all four high schools.
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Harry Johnson Named Superior Court Judge
Harry S. Johnson, assistant city attorney and Cedar Rapids Baseball Association president, was named judge of the Cedar Rapids superior court by Gov. George A. Wilson to serve out the term of the late Judge Powell who died June 27. The term runs to May 1, 1944. Johnson will resign as assistant city attorney after receiving his commission, following a unanimous Linn County Bar Association recommendation relayed to the governor by a committee headed by Attorneys Bleakley Linville and Barnes.
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Chicago Population Rises in 1940 Census Counts
Preliminary 1940 census figures show Chicago’s population rose from 3,376,438 to 3,384,556, an increase of 8,118, announced Tuesday by George W. Schreech, area supervisor of the census.
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Willkie plans three man unit to run campaign
New York AP Willkie, the Republican nominee, considers naming a three man team to lead his nationwide drive. One to be campaign manager, one national chairman, and a third as Willkie's representative. Possible choices include John D Hamilton and Russell Davenport with Willkie seeking a strong organizer. Willkie meets Pryor and may involve Stassen more actively.
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Dewey backs Willkie in campaign bid
New York dispatch reports Thomas E Dewey expressed willingness to aid Wendell L. Willkie in the Republican presidential nomination campaign. He stated Willkie's chance of election is excellent and offered support to the candidate.
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Michigan U Law Dean Rejects Iowa Presidency
Des Moines reports that Edwin Blythe Stason 50 dean of the University of Michigan law school said he would not leave Michigan and would not pursue the presidency at the University of Iowa. Stason a Sioux City native is also provost of Michigan and vice president of its law school.
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University of Iowa presidency bid ends in rejection
The Gazette reports the state board of education favored Dean Stason for the university presidency and prepared to formalize an offer on June 14. Stason did not respond to an informal offer, the board gambled on acceptance, and the move ended in a second rejection after shoving Eugene A. Gilmore from the post.
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Madame LaZora to Quit Baby Adoption Business
Madame LaZora a Cedar Rapids psychologist and astrologer announced she would quit arranging adoptions. She had hoaxed a reporter about an abandoned baby to gain attention and recruit prospective adoptive parents. The case involved the Kessler family and the Iowa hospital footprint comparison, prompting state welfare interest.
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New Serial Starts Today in Cedar Rapids Gazette
A new serial tale Portrait of Jennie by Robert Nathan begins today. It is a best selling romance promised to hold your interest from start to finish with the opening installment on page 7.
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