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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1935
Page
19
Police Commissioner John F. O'Ryan of New York argues the social system prioritizes criminals' rights over the safety and security of law abiding citizens, stressing public protection concerns.
The piece discusses Father Coughlin’s public clashes with critics like General Hugh S. Johnson and Huey Long. It notes clergy carry deference, limiting direct verbal battles, while defending a clergyman’s right to political discussion as a citizen.
An editorial comment discusses influence in society and public figures handling crises. It cites editor William Wood and editor Mr White, noting the responsibilities of the influential and their accountability to friends and strangers. The piece questions currency and public policy in Louisiana.
A tale from 1935 follows a wealthy man who treats others with lavish gifts and service to win praise and affection. He marries a poor woman and extends charity to a cook, secretary, orphans, relatives, and even a hungry dog, while his circle enjoys a carefree life. When a prophet arrives, his loved ones resist following him and the story critiques charity and social attitudes.
The report summarizes Senator Long's plan to give each family at least 5000 in wealth and guarantee 2000 to 2500 annually, noting the need for 50 to 60 billion dollars and comparing this with 1929 Brookings estimates of national income. It analyzes how much of current income lies above 2500 and the potential redistribution impact. It also discusses tolerances for maximum family incomes of 2500 5000 and 10000 and the implied surpluses.
New York by O. O. McIntyre notes E W Howe near 81 will undergo cataract surgery in Baltimore this spring then return to writing. Friends urge revival of his Ed Howe Weekly but he doubts taking on responsibilities again, favoring brevity and noting many magazines ready to accept his work.
The town recalls a man famed for lavish gifts including orchids. He stands out as the most generous courtier in memories. The passage references Manhattan's crowded cafe block on Fifty second Street between Fifth and Sixth Avenues.
The article surveys a once grim block now filled with ornate drinking dens from Leon and Eddie's to No 21 and Beaux Arts, noting celebrities and socialites converging on West 39th to 42nd streets. It recalls Tah high society, cabarets, and famed figures like Texas Guinan, Murray's, and Vincent Astor’s apartment experiments as Fast End Avenue becomes a musical celebrity corridor.
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