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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1940
Page
6
The Cedar Rapids estimate places population over 65,000 with possible third-largest status in Iowa after the 1940 census. The piece highlights ten years of civic gains including a federal building water works parks new transportation system and cultural programs, arguing growth should emphasize quality over size.
Senator Ashurst argues logic supports Roosevelt may not have decided on a third term. The column questions whether the President should simply state his stance to avoid prolonging uncertainty and to inform other Democratic contenders.
A compilation of statements from Fiorello LaGuardia Frances Perkins Cordell Hull Gandhi and others. The remarks touch on governance education labor unemployment war and social welfare, reflecting prewar and wartime sentiments and policy debates.
The article discusses the motive to reveal whether President Roosevelt is considering a third term. It argues that public knowledge of his potential decision would clarify political strategy for Republicans and lawmakers while avoiding perceived deception.
A Cedar Rapids editorial notes a Friday exchange on downtown curb space and bus loading zones. It argues non motorists deserve consideration and suggests reallocating some curb space without eliminating loading zones, warning against worsening the overall parking problem.
A columnist notes shell holes blasted into a Madrid golf course during the Spanish Civil War are kept as hazards by the greens committee. The piece questions how the era’s civil strife lingers in memory as life returns to normal and Madrid remains divided over Franco.
Three Iowa river district lawmakers W S Jacobsen Thomas E Martin and Henry O Talle discuss unemployment economy and bureaucracy as Congress faces a quiet session Their effort includes a bipartisan unemployment study group forming subcommittees on agriculture public works monopoly foreign trade youth monetary policy taxation and more to spur jobs
In Washington Iowa a political dialogue centers on unemployment as the top national issue with calls to protect democratic institutions. Martin advocates fiscal restraint and prioritizing agriculture parity over costly defense projects like a third set of Panama Canal locks while noting staff additions from Miss Edith Awe and Miss Isabel Niehus.
Years ago compilation from The Gazette Files by James J. Hruska presents archival notes and context on earlier community events and notable local happenings.
March election returns show the mayor John M. Redmond and council members retained power for a second term. Joseph P. Cook is the new fire chief joining officials including treasurer Thomas Devendorf and recorder John D. Blain. Saloons will close March 6 at 10 p.m. until consent petitions pass.
Walter Winchell lines mix romance and regret with a note of loneliness. Ben Bernie and Alvin Hamburg banter about goats and heckling. Bits on Mae West and W C Fields tease cinema scoops and political quips. The column closes with Max Smiles and Sumner Welles luggage stickers tease.
Edgar A. Guest reflects on resilience after hurt and fear. He notes that past dread no longer frightens him and that setbacks do not define defeat. He urges renewed effort, stating failure brings no disgrace when one continues to fight.
Simple home remedy using Ru-Ex Compound mixed with water and lemon juice. Two tablespoons twice daily. Promises quick relief within 48 hours or overnight in many cases. Money-back guarantee if no improvement. Sold by May Drug Company and drug stores nationwide.
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