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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1945
Page
4
A editorial argues for stronger presidential succession reform and critiques secrecy around a Truman Stalin Churchill Berlin summit. It notes the risks of foreign travel, urges Congress to amend the line of succession to allow a special election with the next congressional vote, and warns of security leaks from London.
Robert Quillen argues leading is easier than pushing, citing a boy, a calf, and a hired girl to illustrate how shaping minds yields willing action. He contrasts American independence with German authority and warns against force, urging patience, reason, and moral persuasion to guide both children and adults.
By George Matthew Adams argues decisive yes or no expresses character and worth. He cites Carlyle and warns against equivocation. A clear, timely yes or no saves time, builds prestige, and marks certainty, shaping success or failure.
A reflective quote notes that wisdom plans for danger while folly delays disaster until its arrival, attributed to Cecil.
The columnist envisions a bombproof underground future with two parallel civilizations. He notes cottages shrink toward foundations and urges a south facing cellar. Prairie dogs and moles design villages while emergencies govern routines and health rules.
Marquis W. Childs argues that Elliott Roosevelt took a $200,000 loan from a chain-store head, exposing a pattern of lobbyist slush funds influencing officeholders. He cites Missouri and New Hampshire cases, urging stricter lobbyist registration and accountability to curb pressure tactics across government.
Raymond Moley argues the Yalta pact and Bretton Woods shaped mutual concessions between the US and Russia. He credits Hopkins with strategic diplomacy and warns that deteriorating ties harm both nations while noting Russia’s push for stronger financial stakes at Bretton Woods. Time will reveal the balance in postwar cooperation.
A letter by Dr William Brady urges that brushing is not the sole defense against tooth decay. He cites Tristan da Cunha residents who rarely brush yet show strong teeth and offers a dietary plan: daily milk, leafy greens, raw vegetables, nuts, fruits, and milk products, plus regular dental checkups and prompt fillings. He contrasts this with reliance on hygiene alone and promotes nutrition as key.
Washington reports a brewing crisis over the Surplus War Property board as billions in war goods move to private hands. Sen. Joe O’Mahoney probes backstage deals with big business allies, aiming to curb favoritism before it shapes postwar economic power. General counsel Wesley Sturges clashes with Col. Alfred Howse amid moves to bar him from meetings, while Alabama's Sen. Lister Hill blocks a Johnstone appointment. The struggle pits big business against small against Truman, who could face a major political headache if the board’s actions stand.
Light analysis from Tom Wolf, European manager for NEA service, on postwar French local ballots. He notes many voters backed local figures who helped during the occupation, not the Communist party, and that women voters may lean conservative. The piece argues the leftward shift is modest and not a full Communist surge.
A Q A discussion on handling insults at work and at home with psychology backed caution. It notes that parents pressure on teens about careers is unwise and cites Thorndike Lorge research. It argues handicaps can spur achievement, using Edison Steinmetz as examples of concentrated thought through limitations.
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