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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1960
Page
8
Cedar Rapids area editorial lauds Jim Bromwell for the Republican nomination. Editor notes Bromwell is able, honorable, informed and devoted to U.S. traditions, capable of vigorous representation and debate, from a county pivotal to the district's election outcome.
The 86th Congress faces disclosures of irregular and indiscreet jun ket spending by a few members, with secrecy tactics arousing public suspicion. Rep. Gross proposes detailed accounting of House expense funds, aiming to open records, though the bill sits in committee. Public accountability for official spending is urged to restore trust.
Arend D. Lubbers, aged 28, is chosen to succeed Dr. G. T. Vander Lugt as president of Central College in Pella, leaving August 15. Lubbers stands among the youngest college presidents since Robert Hutchins. The piece notes youthful leadership in politics and cites Patrick Henry as a historical example at 27.
The piece discusses how student demonstrations have sparked regime changes and political shifts globally. It cites Korea’s 1960s upheaval that toppled Syngman Rhee, Turkey’s government change, Japan’s Socialist student action, and China’s 1919 movement starting in Beijing and Shanghai, driven by patriotism opposing Paris terms.
The piece analyzes Malinovsky's threat to strike any base hosting a stray aircraft and the possible wider war, urging Western powers to press Moscow for clarification. It discusses NATO’s cohesion, US nuclear posture, and the roles of Britain, Norway, Pakistan, and SEATO, plus calls for UN action and defined rights for unarmed planes and satellites.
A discussion of a pending clean elections bill and its potential impact on federal campaigns. Proposals include spending ceilings, stricter reporting, subsidies, and enforcement reforms. Prof. Alexander Heard argues for goals balancing access, independence, and voter trust, noting no perfect solution and the need for broader public recognition of campaign finance normaal.
Reader questions on reducing bust size for height and on blood sugar. Dr suggests weight loss as the main method for adjusting bust proportion and notes a fasting 92 mg/dL can be normal, with diabetes management often improving with weight reduction, potentially avoiding insulin or pills if weight stays normal.
Quote by Oliver Wendell Holmes praising self made men and the value of personal achievement over not being made at all.
Canon Bernard Bell of the University of Chicago told Coe graduates that state colleges produce contented slaves to the economy. Henrietta Buresh retires after 48 years in Cedar Rapids schools, including 22 as Kenwood principal. In 1930 Dan Turner led Ed Smith 100000 votes in the Republican governor nomination. Emma Fordyce became Cedar Rapids’ first pensioned teacher under the new plan.
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