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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1934
Page
4
An excerpt discusses whether inclusion in Who's Who signifies real superiority. It notes studies finding that recognized individuals in arts science social service literature politics and business often show higher health longevity and strength but emphasizes science guides moral judgments and public rights over individual rights.
A fragment from a 1934 pamphlet discusses habit formation and control, arguing many actions are automatic and driven by emotions over reason. It cites Alfred Wigcam, references William James, and raises eugenics linked questions about public policy and family size.
Ruth Chatterton stars in Journal of Crime coming to the Iowa Friday with Adolphe Menjou and Claire Dodd in a suspenseful drama about a wife seeking justice when society fails to protect her. The plot centers on a husband’s betrayal and a wife’s vow to balance the scales.
A column by Mary Manners discusses Josie as a social catalyst who brings out the best in others and entertains with wit that elevates a circle. Readers share letters about dating, popularity, and balancing sports, schoolwork, and family. A film summary and cast notes close the page.
State theater extends The Last Round-Up for two more days due to strong audience reaction in Cedar Rapids. The film stars Randolph Scott from Zane Grey's Border Legion.
Walton L. Crocker of Boston leads John Hancock Mutual Life Insurance in building a substantial surplus. The company reports a general surplus of 44 153 600 and a special contingency reserve of 15 000 000 totaling 59 153 600 as a safety fund. Clarence Axman lauds Crocker’s trusteeship and steady leadership. Crocker joined the firm as a bookkeeper and has remained devoted to his role, shaping a steady, distinguished career.
The program lists Olsen and Johnson in Take a Chance at the theater, Fay Wray and Ralph Bellamy for Once to Every Woman on screen, Eskimo at Paramount, Zane Grey’s The Last Roundup with Randolph Scott Monte Blue Barbara Fritchie, plus Majestic features Marie Dressler Lionel Barrymore in Her Sweet Heart and He Learned About Women. Mae West Cary Grant at Palace, Rialto presents Slim Summerville Andy Devine Horse Play and Kay Francis Mary Stevens M D, Olympic has Jolson Langdon Hallelujah I am a Bum with Victor Jory Loretta Young The Devil’s In Love, and Old Ironsides launched in Boston in 1797.
Philadelphia debutantes and league members say drunken scenes vanished after repeal. Virginia Newbold notes less drinking at dances, Edith Rolan reports debutantes now sober, and Mrs. Edward J. MacMullan adds hostesses no longer fear bootleg era excess and spiking punch.
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