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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Mar 06, 1940

Page

13

Welles trip seen as search for justification of third term

The United States News speculates the Welles mission to Europe serves to justify Roosevelt's silence on a possible third term. It argues the trip may seek evidence of peace talks and to test European reactions, rather than uncovering a genuine motive for a term limit stance.

United States News Roosevelt Germany Hitler Soviet Russia Sumner Welles Europe Welles Roosevelts

The Self Resetting Mouse Trap Dream

A Kansas City inventor Bert Chappelle unveils a mousetrap that resets after catching a mouse but then pushes the rodent deeper into the trap. The piece questions whether such a device truly solves the problem and imagines a trap that automatically removes captured mice from the home. The column notes public demand for a trap that resets and clears mice with minimal homeowner effort.

Bert Chappelle Kansas City Emerson Thoreau Mr. Chappelle

Railroads plan train to car service this spring

Western railways will offer a train to car transfer with current model sedans waiting at destinations. Priced at about eight cents a mile, the service will operate in over 150 key western and midwestern cities on one line. Officials say it marks a move toward competitive, user friendly travel.

US Interior Department Travel Bureau Ballyhoo West Midwest

Reason and rage clash over compromise and war

A broad, veiled column argues reason as civilization’s remedy while condemning mass anger. It contrasts feuds, outlaws, and reprisals with calls for restraint, referencing Europe, Japan, Finland, and political figures, then shifts to humor on spelling and social topics.

Europe

Burlesk Boss Reflects On Income And Dependents

Walter Winchell recalls a 1934 column poking fun at Broadway burlesque bosses, noting the reprint today. He jokes about arranging income for all involved and hopes for income tax exemptions for his dependents.

Broadway Hollywood Burlesk Sam

Celebrity gossip and denials flood the screen stars

A collage of rumors and denials spans Hollywood figures. Polly Moran Eddie Cantor Maurice Chevalier and others are linked to accents marriages and affairs. Joan Crawford Joan Bennett Gary Cooper and Irving Berlin feature in speculations while others like Farley and the Warners appear in social chatter and party tales.

Upe Velez Polly Moran Eddie Cantor Maurice Chevalier Harry Lauder Joan Bennett Gene Markey Bob Montgomery Janet Gaynor Franchot Trane Joan Crawford Jean Harlow Pegsy Harpo Marx Gary Cooper Empire State Charlie Chaplin Carl Laemmle, Jr Paulette Norman Foster Billy Powell Carole Lombard Sammy Cruddd Gussie Foofff Pandro Berman RKO Farley Warners Washington Meronfsky Ritz Brothers Rudy Vallee Alice Faye Roosevelt

Purely Personal Notes on Broadway Figures and Fans

A jumble of celebrity mentions and quips referencing Johnny Weismuller Lupe Velez Earl Carroll Milton Berle Miriam Hopkins Ruth Etting Stepin Fetchit Walter Winchell and others. The piece blends gossip humor and affectionate jabs about actors singers and show folk with stray personal reflections and ad hoc compliments.

Erogue Johnny Weismuller Lupe Velez Earl Carroll Broadway Heywood Brown Milton Berle Pishtush Missouri Joe Penner Miriam Hopkins Stepin Fetchit J. Weissmuller

Willie Willis Upbraids Sunday School Teacher in Mocking Remark

A report notes Willie Willis making a provocative comment about his Sunday school teacher, claiming he only meant she would squirm if she wore his underwear. The remark drew attention in local social circles and sparked debate on decorum in religious education settings.

Gossip Columnist Repeats Jokes Amid Quiet Rumors

A playful column by Kate Smith mocks gossip and columnists while noting no nasty items appear. The writer jokes about repeating herself and criticizes a Broadway columnist, Hitler, and a dance teacher, suggesting readers should seek blue horizons and beware unsigned notices.

Kate Smith Sidney Solomon

Gorky Writes Gossip Column in Soviet Paper

The famous Russian author Maxim Gorky starts a gossip column in a Soviet publication to explain why Soviet literature is slipping. Western correspondents report he aims to probe political editorial pages and its impact on culture.

Maxim Gorky Gorky Russia

Cleaning Offer For Rugs And Lamp Shades In Ad Section

Rug and lamp shade cleaning services advertised under Business Services classification 8 in the Want Ad section. Text invites readers to inquire about cleaning options and rates.

Want

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