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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jul 07, 1939

Page

16

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Labor Leaders Should Watch WPA Strikes And Public Works

The piece argues that WPA projects are primarily relief rather than productive work and warns labor leaders to keep government dole perception separate from private employment. It stresses that social policy should be shaped by political action and cautions against expanding state welfare via allied groups.

Organized Labor Workers Alliance WPA

Lawmaking for 1940 Term Limits Debated in Senate

The piece argues against third terms and favors a hard rule or advance notice for Presidential candidates. It urges Congress to limit and clarify 1940 nominations, criticizing ministers of the New Deal for delaying candidacy. The author supports more accountable governance over prolonged campaigns.

Rush Holt West Virginia Senate LaFollette Coolidge House of Representatives Grant Holt Wallace Hopkins Murphy Hull Farley Et al Congress New Deal

Senate considers six year single terms for presidents

The senate judiciary committee split evenly on a Burke Nebraska proposal to elect presidents and vice presidents to single six year terms. The measure, reported without recommendation, notes that many constitutional amendments would have limited the president to one six year term, a concept not yet approved.

Senate Judiciary Committee Burke Nebraska Senate

Debate on Presidential Term Limits in 1787 Convention

The constitutional convention debated term length and method of election with proposals ranging from Congress chosen presidents to elector based and six or seven year terms. Washington and Madison opposed congressional selection. The four year term with no reelection was adopted after a committee report, while a six year term failed. Wilson opposed a senate backed six year plan. The house then took no action.

Congress George Washington James Madison William Jennings Bryan Senate House Wilson

Beavers Ducks Cats and a Patchwork of Opinions

A survey of natural balance warns against harming wildlife for quick gains. It cites beaver dam restoration, cat predation on ground birds, and human-caused imbalances as shaping conservation needs. The piece interleaves quotes and jests on politics, law, and society.

Duces America Asia Europe

New York Day by Day notes from a sickbed

Charles Driscoll recalls being bedridden after an infected tooth as he writes from New York. He jokes about taxi drivers, recalls meeting Harry Herschman in Omaha, and reflects on how visitors feel lonesome amid the city’s bustle while noting a Kiwanis speech and local observations about North Carolina day at the World’s Fair.

New York Mary Bill Stewart Letts Kiwanis Boys Town Omaha Henry Doorly Harry Herschman Harry North Carolina Times Dale Tysinger High Point

Refusing Cabbie Fit Regime Draws Gazette Notice

A humorous column observes an amusing right to refuse service to drivers who arrive in need of grooming or under liquor influence. It recalls a perilous ride with a distressed driver, and notes English visitors Shaun P. O’Connor and Marjory Bateman in New York, contrasting accents and pronunciations.

New York White Plains Shaun P. O’connor Marjory Bateman the Waldorf Tithe Rest Patent Office

A New Slant On Licenses For Dogs

Albert Fayson Terou ne discusses the dog license issue with readers noting widespread anti license sentiment. A letter from G D of Peoria, HI supports licensing for absolute identification in case of theft if the dog is registered.

G. D Peoria

Dog License Opposition Readers Question Crusade

The writer argues dog licenses are a cash grab and urges dog owners to unite for remedial action. Readers are asked whether a wholesale anti license crusade could succeed and if there is any chance for reform.

Mind and Dress Expressing Personality in Men and Women

Albert Edward Wiggam discusses personality differences between men and women, noting tests show similar variability among men and women. Dress is a key expression of personality, with subtle male style choices revealing individuality. He also critiques a radio broadcaster’s framing of optimism, pessimism, and political stances.

Money and management in business success

A dialogue emphasizes that money alone cannot sustain success. A Wall Street banker notes wealth is easy to obtain for a capable manager, while good management attracts capital and money vanishes without it. The piece advocates scientific liberal analysis of all sides as the path to practical civic help.

Wall Street

Clear out of the way Says Nellie About the Baby

Edgar A Guest presents a humorous verse where Nellie proclaims it is her day and her baby, shooing others away while she tends to the child. The speaker notes Nellie’s proud grip on domestic duties and her plan to manage the baby alone. The tone is light and playful about household routines.

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