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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1935
Page
27
The article argues the president's request to limit gold clause lawsuits and allow immediate cashing of bonds at face value abrogates the gold standard while aiming to protect holders from losses. It notes potential impacts on U S and foreign holders and questions paper dollar value versus gold. The stance reflects New Deal monetary policy considerations.
The column laments endless rain and jokes about drought era tricks as the local ball club's schedule and luck influence skies. It notes intermittent showers around game times, then sun after games, and humorously suggests the Raiders join an indoor league while readers grow web feet and gills.
The President says the share the wealth tax should not be enacted within a week or two but could pass this session if Congress stays in session. The Gazette notes tax bills take long to pass, with nine major revenue measures enacted in twenty years and all originating in the House.
The document charts average passage times for revenue bills, noting the house averages thirteen days and the senate over twenty nine days with finance committee slowdowns. It cites specific cases like the 1916 revenue bill and the 1928 act, and highlights protracted delays during the war revenue act of 1917 before final passage and presidential signature.
A scattered reflection argues that true success costs pride and freedom, praising pioneer independence while noting the harsh price of wealth. It contrasts rural stoicism with urban luxury, cites social pressures, labor coercion, and skeptical views on government relief and moral conduct.
A fragment of New York chatter notes a depressing restaurant mood with waiters watching diners, plus cynical witticisms about figures from Sam Goldwyn to Marilyn Miller. It recalls sidewalks, coffee houses, art exhibits, and a bleak cafe culture amid economic gloom.
A taste of dining lore contrasts simple orders with gourmet preferences. Theo dor cites steak as the rule, while out-of-towners favor planked steak and baked Alaska for dessert. The piece highlights Harry Lehr, Nicholas Longworth, and ends with Lions club election details.
The Geneseo Consolidated School District board approves erecting a new bus garage on school grounds at a projected cost of 4.51 dollars with assistance from a Public Works Administration loan.
Author notes present a scientific perspective on moral questions and decision making. Dr Henry F Dickenson cautions that snap judgments rely on superficial knowledge and prejudice. A study of 1450 college students shows those who second thought and corrected errors reduced faulty conclusions.
Irma Nemec Muriel MacIntosh and Harold Walrath left today to attend the International Christian Endeavor convention at Portland Ore Seth C Bailey of Central City suffered cuts and bruises today when struck by an automobile while crossing Second Avenue and Third Street E C Penrod of Cedar Rapids Engineering Company injured eye struck by steel The Misses Agnes Maresh and Claire Gallagher left for California for a month Miss Mable Rugh and Miss Mary Haight left for the east for special work at Columbia University Local markets Wheat 140 145 corn 95 oats 45 56 rye 90 95 barley 95 hay 13 14 7 8 hens 19 eggs 26 28 hogs 13 11 steers 9 50 11 spring lambs 10 13 75 Others: Ruth Stolba Alicia Martin Emma Moley Willa Shufelt Sadie Silverstein Mary Francis Blanche Veley Bertha Gall Alice Ritze Anna McCosh Jennie Stolba Anna Shramek Sadie Dvorak Agnes Miller Esther Doherty left for Albert Lea Minn for Y W C A camp Conductor F M Pratt Rock Island injured when freight train collision near Maynard Superintendent and Mrs C J Fox and daughter Martha visiting New York City Benjamin Dietz head injury while aiding in raising locomotive at Rock Island shops Thirty Eagles defeated Anamosa 15 0 Local markets Oats 28 corn 50 barley 30 40 rye 60 wheat 90 hay 7 9 straw 4 5 hens 9 eggs 13 42 hogs 5 10 steers 3 4 50 lambs 4 50 5 50
A small booklet by Albert Edward Wisecam D Sc outlines ten illuminating tests to apply to money, position, or loved ones problems. Readers can request the booklet by sending a stamped self addressed return envelope and a 3 cent stamp to The Gazette for printing costs.
The piece discusses truancy being more common among boys, cites Dr. Charles B Davenport on inherited wanderlust, and questions the idea of an innate fighting instinct. It contrasts Stanley Baldwin’s and Havelock Ellis's views, suggesting fighting instinct has little to do with war and noting the author’s neutral stance.
George L. Duke named Administrator with the Will annexed of the estate of George W. Dyke late of Linn County Iowa deceased. Debts to the estate to be paid promptly and all claims duly authenticated filed with the Clerk of the Linn County District Court. Fred W Hann attorney represents the administrator.
The poem reflects on wealth and companionship as true riches. A man sits with Peter at a tackle box, sharing stories of nature and life. The speaker notes rich conversation and the value of time and knowledge over money, urging a broader view beyond wealth.
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