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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1963
Page
2
Vice President Lyndon Johnson urged civil rights cannot be exploited for partisan ends. Senator Jack Miller echoed that leaders must follow conscience and resist politicizing the issue, calling for a solution grounded in human decency and fairness rather than party advantage.
Representatives from 12 Midwest states met to discuss apportionment and criticized U S Supreme Court for interfering with state prerogatives. Minnesota Senator Imm urged states to reapportion per state constitutions, while Iowa Attorney General Hultman warned of federal overreach as states shirk local duties.
Democratic governors at the 55th conference avoided a civil rights resolution by abolishing the resolutions committee. The split favoring the Democrats was kept hidden as Gov. Rockefeller pressed for debate and a standing committee on civil rights, while Republicans stood united against a resolution.
The article analyzes the push for a limited test ban excluding underground tests, the Dodd Humphrey resolution, and the White House cautious stance. It notes Khrushchev opposition to Western or neutral inspectors and the potential impact on Senate ratification amid civil rights and railroad strike debates.
The article notes escalating interest in the limited test ban treaty with plans by advocates and opposition from scientists like Edward Teller. Former presidents Truman and Eisenhower are expected to testify, while hearings may begin soon as civil rights and tax issues loom. The agreement is seen as a small but meaningful step to curb a new arms race.
John Chamberlain argues against nuclear test bans citing life value and freedom. He contrasts his anti left stance with belief in liberty and property, aligning with Schweitzer on reverence for life and caution about atmospheric fallout.
In 1953 Cedar Rapids reported a record 16 670 owner occupied properties as ex emption figures rose by 550 families. In tennis Bill Kibbie and Renee Wagner won 6 0 6 2 to reach final round in mixed doubles. Dick C Hamilton, star athlete at Wilson High, received an alternate appointment to the Naval Academy.
A writer argues for a cautious nuclear test ban linking safety instincts from daily life to global policy. He aligns temporarily with the political left on the issue, citing prudence, personal risk, and respect for life while signaling disagreements on other subjects.
The San Diego Union notes a report showing rising accident rates on United States farms and suggests a shift toward contentment where we are rather than chasing a quieter farm life. The piece questions whether true happiness lies in place versus mindset.
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