Signs of Gradual Economic Upturn Highlight Slump Years
The Federal Reserve reports May activity firming after eight months of decline with slight industrial production gains and steady retail sales while unemployment remains high. Analysts caution the upturn may be illusory and expect a gradual recovery rather than a boom, with tighter management policies dampening rapid restoration of activity. A shift toward cautious leadership in the Free World is anticipated as De Gaulle and allied leaders may meet to align Western policy.
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Federal Reserve Board
Vicuna Coat in Political Scandal Raises Questions
The piece notes Bernard Goldfine allegedly gave Presidential Aide Sherman Adams a vicuna coat costing 700 dollars. It explains vicuna as a soft South American wool from a wild camelid, contrasting with mink and cloth coats. The item questions the coat's authenticity and value.
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ATS
Truman
Nixon
Bernard Goldfine
Sherman Adams
Ecuador
Bolivia
Why can't we use pools in our new schools instead of taxes
The writer argues against higher taxes and urges using existing funds for school pool facilities. He cites fixed incomes, rising costs, and calls for thrift and fundraising drives like those used by hospitals, suggesting pools funded by donations rather than tax increases.
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Doe
West Developments Hint at Possible Summit Talks
Time to reglve west developments indicate a potential near future summit. Russian ambassadors recalled to Moscow for briefing, and discussions among United States Britain and France officials on the subject likely underway. Eisenhower and Macmillan reportedly laid groundwork for a united Anglo U.S. stance, while France under Premier de Gaulle raises questions about atomic disarmament German reunification and Middle East peace. De Gaulle in his first radio address since taking power signaled France will pursue its own path.
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Moscow
United States
Britain
France
Eisenhower
Macmillan
de Gaulle
Middle East
Faulty Tactics Hurt Defense Bill Fight in Congress
Analysts say loyalists familiar with Congress questioned the administration’s strategy to force a floor fight for a defense reorganization bill more aligned with the President. The armed services committee supported its version unanimously, and the House showdown likely hinders passage in the Senate and a possible conference committee compromise. Stronger leadership or better briefing on legislative procedure appears needed.
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Masy
Congress
House
Armed Services Committee
Senate
Why Brew Coffee by Burning Dollars
George Sokolski argues against American reliance on consuming coffee to prop up Brazil and other producers. He notes farmers inflated by instant brands, questions foreign aid via a 25 cent per sack surcharge, and warns against assuming the U S can subsidize global economies. He urges self-reliance and limits on carrying others currencies and debts.
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George Sokolsky
Brazil
Ema Us
Africa
United States
Nixon
Latin America
NATO
Canada
Soviet Russia
Khrushchev
Mikoyan
Fort Knox
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Legacy of Cedar Rapids history captured in local notes
A snapshot of Cedar Rapids history recalls 10 years ago when Dewey pursued the Republican nomination in a Mutual poll. police inspector Stolba’s resignation and pension, Captain Carstens succeeding him, and George Davis joining Linn County Republican Veterans. Parks and paving updates. Ellis Park beach reopening planned with added sand. two acres donated as a park near Sutliff. patent granted for an improved milking stool. and local 30 years ago travel plans and library training abroad.
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Dewey
New York
Mutual
KCRG
KCRK
Steven L. Stolba
Cedar Rapids
F. A. Carstens
George Davis
Linn County Republican Veterans Organization
Earl Bapty
State Highway Commission
Cedar River
Sutliff
Buffalo Crossing
Iowa Historical Society
O. J. Felton
Corn Rapids
P. L. Newbold
Washington
Ed Stefan
Ellis Park
Fy Ons
Ust
Rap Retail Druggist Association
Encouraging Notes in Iowa Public School Music Program
Editorial in the June 9 Gazette lauds school music and urges expansion. At the Iowa Bandmasters convention in Des Moines, Jack Echols, export manager, echoed support and suggested adding points to bolster instrumental instruction in public schools.
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Iowa
Des Moines
Jack Echols
Readers invited to send Letters to the Forum
The Gazette invites readers to submit views for the Peoples Forum. Letters must include the writer name and address to be printed, and concise letters have higher publication chances. Submissions should be written on the paper’s letter form.
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Gazette
People’s Forum
Music in schools and labor views voiced by C G Conn group
The C G Conn Company speaker praises instrumental music as a school class building coordination of mind eye hand and foot and cites Dr Sommers report. A reader endorses music in schools and criticizes Interstate Commerce Commission for railroad issues, urging support for Democrats in upcoming elections and noting labor concerns and pay gaps.
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C. G. Conn Company
Iowa
Interstate Commerce Commission
Clinton
Boone
Council Bluffs
Pera Democrats
Roosevelt’s New Deal Echoed by Distraught Workers
A reader laments repeated economic hardship since Hoover era, noting mass layoffs among railroad workers and praising Franklin D. Roosevelt for delivering improved living standards to the working class, while warning that conditions are worsening again.
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Franklin Delano Roosevelt
U.S
Demos Ducking Anti-Red Bill Surfaces in Campaign Clips
The piece discusses how the Democratic Party controls Congress and may avoid a vote on the Butler Jenner bill aimed at fighting communism. It cites New York Daily News criticism of Congress and notes the Senate Democratic policy committee’s refusal to bring the bill to debate, suggesting continued inaction unless called up by mid June.
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Washington
Democratic Party
Congress
Democratic Policy Committee
Senate
New York Daily News
United States
Earl Warren Supreme Court
Butler-Jenner
Senate Judiciary Committee
Congress Faces Fight Over Sedition Policy And Court Powers
A presidentially styled plea argues the Supreme Court has undercut national security by expanding civil liberties for Communists and dismissing anti sedition laws. It urges Congress to revise the Smith Act to bar Communist advocacy and to assert its own investigative powers, framing the issue as a test of the 85th Congress’s courage.
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Democratic Policy Committee
Warren Court
U. S
Supreme Court
Congress
Eee
Butler
Maryland
Jenner
Indiana
85Th Congress
Is yearly smear test advised for women over 35
Dr Joseph Mother answers two reader questions. He endorses annual cervical smear tests as simple and safe, noting they can detect cancer early with high cure rates. He also cautions that goiter treatment with iodine is case dependent and emphasizes individualized assessment and that definitive surgery may be best when iodine only yields temporary improvement.
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R.S.T
Cedar Rapids education chief outlines curriculum goals
Dean W. Stoakes, Cedar Rapids public schools director of secondary education, discusses curriculum planning in junior and senior high schools. He cites upcoming changes, including offering biology in ninth grade for advanced students and a push to deepen science study, while foreseeing another junior high in about four years and a northeast senior high in about six. He emphasizes public involvement, praises a strong citizens advisory committee, and notes his aim to elevate Cedar Rapids’ secondary curriculum to national prominence. He reflects on his career path, teaching background, doctorate ambitions, hobbies, and views on city versus farm upbringing for youth.
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Dean W. Stoakes
Cedar Rapids
Eleventh St
Traerrom
Advan
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