Sherman Adams and Polluted Air in Iowa Reflections
The piece opines that Republican chances in November hinge on economic health rather than Adams exposure. It notes Adams shields Eisenhower from party pressure, skeptically assessing his removal. It argues global air pollution demands peaceful nuclear energy use despite waste issues, and praises Iowa’s generally fresh air amid local pollen and barnyard emissions.
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Iowa Fresh Air An Asset Amid Clean Air Outlook
An Iowa air study notes the state enjoys clean air with frequent atmospheric changes and limited industry and traffic. Dr. F N Frenkiel of Johns Hopkins highlights Iowa’s favorable air resources and contrasts with more polluted basins like Los Angeles.
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So Much for Tax Reduction
The Senate rejected Senator Paul Douglas' six billion dollar tax cut and the auto excise tax cut plan. Strong leadership by Senator Harry Byrd of Virginia kept tax cuts from being used to fight recession, ending the issue for now and suggesting taxpayers will pay near current levels.
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Lawmaker Burdick Touts Home Baked Bread Before Retirement
Washington columnist notes 79 year old Rep. Usher Burdick urges wives to bake bread, recalls 1942 ban on free bread in the House, and watches campaign against store bought loaves collide with a bread industry critic. Burdick promises home baking and plans retirement from Congress.
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County assessors trained for 1949 evaluations in Cedar Rapids
About 50 full-time county assessors from 20 Eastern Iowa counties joined a week long school conducted by the state tax commission in Cedar Rapids in preparation for assessing in 1949. Local issues included a Cedar Rapids street lighting debate urged for immediate city action with Iowa Electric Light and Power Company.
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Russian Desires for Peace Not Propaganda Explored
Marquis Childs notes Soviet claims of peace amid total indoctrination seen in Moscow. Khrushchev dismisses “propaganda” as he outlines Russian conviction, while cultural exchanges and art events signal goodwill without altering the East West political climate.
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Four Views on Adams Case
Washington opinion weighs the Sherman Adams matter as reform promise. It argues campaign money limits and ethics will tighten, while politics may still hinge on partisan views and distrust. Supporters say Adams acted within law and that reform strengthens governance despite GOP resistance.
Republicans Seek Adams Resignation to Preserve Party Unity
High Republican circles discuss pressuring Sherman Adams to resign to avert a broader GOP split. Plans include a face to face meeting with the President’s aide to present what could be damaging evidence of Adams' continued White House role.
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Sherman Adams and hospitality probes in campaign year
By George Sokolsky argues for a congressional inquiry into hospitality accepted by government officials including members of committees. He claims per diem limits force acceptance of perks, notes Adams’ unpopularity, and suggests critics seek a broader expose rather than single scapegoats.
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Gifts and the Presidents: a look at courtesies and limits
The piece surveys how President Eisenhower and Vice President Nixon received numerous gifts from Americans and foreign governments. It notes the legality and potential political trouble of gifts while listing examples from Eisenhower’s Gettysburg home and Nixon’s extensive foreign-gov gifts.
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Cedar Rapids Doctor Puts Family First On Busy Medical Path
Dr. S. M. Lehr, a general practitioner at 301 Higley Building, recalls his Wisconsin birth in 1911, medical training at Northwestern and Cook County Hospital, and residency at St. Luke's Cedar Rapids. He notes evolving patient education, study routines, and career highs such as solving difficult diagnoses. He shares stories of hiking vacations, 150 hours of yearly study, and balancing work with family travel and golf.
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