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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1944
Page
5
David Lawrence notes the Democratic national convention endured bitter factions led by Missouri Senator Truman as compromise efforts split unity. He highlights Wallace’s defeat, machine influence, and the Texas delegation boycott shaping a lasting internal rift with potential long term party realignment.
A letter from Paul Quillen discusses whether humanity can end warfare through love and unselfish sacrifice. It argues progress in decency, duty to the underdog, and the need for collective growth to achieve lasting peace, warning of a jungle law if not.
A terse adage notes that worldly wealth health and blessings are not fully enjoyed until disrupted, attributing the thought to Richter. The line reflects a wary view of prosperity suggesting adversity sharpens appreciation and value.
In 167 AD Marcus Aurelius faces barbarian pressure along the Danube and composes his Stoic meditations To Himself. The column links his peaceable rule to spiritual consolation during dark times, recalling resilience after Chicago’s fire and earthquakes, and the vow that there will always be an England as nations rise again.
Eric A. Johnston of the U S C C proclaims hope that the war may end, warning only a lax pace by workers and the public delays it. WAC Sgt Sirkka Tuomi arriving in France notes gender biases as she and fellow women cope with wartime conditions and surprise at feminine perceptions amid military life.
In Chicago Ed Flynn and other big-city bosses guide calls to F D R pushing Truman as Vice President. Barkley resists, fearing Roosevelt’s dictation as delegates split between urban machines and Southern rural Democrats. The row echoes past Nineteen-teens and Twenties faction fights within the party. John D M Hamilton, former GOP chair, seen in Stevens hotel lobby amid tension.
The piece weighs how Republicans challenge Roosevelt using the commander-in-chief role while arguing civilian control of the military remains essential. It notes historical context from Washington to Cromwell, the risk of politicizing the presidency, and the public’s ultimate safeguard through fairness and constitutional principles. It also quotes political jabs and campaign anecdotes from the era.
The piece condemns avoidance of cancer talk in medical practice, urging doctors to inform patients early when cancer is suspected and to seek second opinions or urgent treatment. It discusses terminology like arthritis and arteriosclerosis, and includes Q&A on health topics from readers, emphasizing practical guidance and patient rights.
Indian delegation at Bretton Woods signals aims to diversify beyond agriculture and rely on a 15 year Bombay plan. It calls for a $30 billion spend with $2.5 billion external financing to boost power and capital goods, raise agriculture output and triple national income.
Marquis W. Childs notes broad grassroots backing for Henry Wallace at the Democratic and Republican conventions. He contrasts hinterland sentiment with East Coast influence, observes boss-driven demonstrations, and credits labor and marginal states for Wallace momentum while warning against late recognition by authorities.
Saturday Review of Literature item recounts George Bernard Shaw boasting of a perfect coffee recipe. A country parser asks for the recipe, Shawl pens it but ends with a quip. The parson replies with thanks and returns the autograph, proving the joke and the insistence on Shaw’s autograph.
In a compact critique, Arthur Baer questions party conventions and shared political rituals. He notes conflicting reactions to De Gaulle and comments on reception in Washington and New York, while Chicago excludes a visit. He remains opposed to conventions and calls out talking points and old-time rhetoric.
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