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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1940
Page
1
Readers critique a government agriculture conference at Ames and rail signaling changes that worsen traffic. Critics question New Deal advocacy and regulatory aims, accuse Ames of aiding collectivist ideas, and call for stricter local rail oversight amid stalled streets and signal-lantern changes.
Washington reports President Roosevelt will veto the three year extension of reciprocal trade agreements if an amendment requires Senate ratification. Hull and the President favor a simple extension, while Republicans and some Democrats seek a congressional check. The debate opens in the Senate Monday as leaders weigh ratification proposals and possible two thirds approval requirements.
A satirical note on French leaders Daladier and cabinet turmoil cites a fall versus resignation, comparing political maneuvers to a man on flying rings who never lets go for a new hold. The piece mocks political vanity and backward names on doors.
Washington AP report says the army and navy plan a broad shakeup of airplane purchasing to fulfill British and French orders and improve costs. The policy would transfer near completion planes to Allies, sidetrack some orders, and sell more new model aircraft abroad, with Treasury involvement and updates to a House inquiry next week.
British officers searched the Conte di Savoia at Gibraltar for a person with a false passport while rumors spread that Dr. Hjalmar Schacht was being sent to the United States as a German goodwill envoy. The ship was held 13 hours as authorities examined all aboard except Sumner Welles.
The London Evening Standard reports Premier Mussolini influenced Dr. Hjalmar Schacht to cancel plans to sail for America on the Conte di Savoia from Genoa. The decision followed Mussolini's consultation with Sumner Welles, aiming to avoid an unpropitious moment for a goodwill mission to the United States.
Ivan Young, 19, of Iowa City was arrested on larceny of a motor vehicle charges. Detected by Iowa City detectives at Lois Wolf’s home, he was jailed Saturday night after Des Moines alerted Cedar Rapids when local radio contact failed. The stolen car was allegedly owned by Bessie Albaugh of Iowa City.
In Bucharest on Saturday night a propaganda ministry spokesman said economic negotiations between Romania and Germany were proceeding normally and were believed to work out to the interests of both nations.
A woman faces heartbreak and social pressure after being jilted. She weighs whether to endure quiet suffering or pursue a new marriage proposal despite risks. The scene probes love, pride, and choices in a restrictive social setting.
Senator Sheppard declares on national radio that Vice President Garner led the New Deal fight for greater liberalism and would be an ideal presidential successor in 1940. He praises Garner's 37 years in federal government and his straightforward candor guiding liberal objectives.
Richard Gray Gallogly the 29 year old Georgian failed to stay free in Texas and begin serving a Georgia life sentence. He was taken back to prison in handcuffs Saturday after his bid to remain at large ended.
The Cedar Rapids area reports cooler spring weather with overcoats still common for Easter parades. Readings from the Chambers Inskeep company graph show a low of 14 and mild conditions for the evening.
Everett Watson Negra, a prize fight manager and policy house owner in Detroit, was sentenced to 60 days in jail for refusing to answer questions before the grand jury. The ruling highlighted the ongoing probe and the defendant's defiance of the inquiry.
The page outlines multiple sections including late news, sports, theater, radio, want ads, social news, and farm notes. It references columnists Walter Winchell and Harry Rov, plus varied items like elections oddities, business reviews, and building news across sections and pages.
Forecast fragment mentions time blocks and personal names but is largely unreadable. It references a schedule or routine and hints at a forecast theme without clear events, dates, or concrete subjects.
Mrs Eva Soles Clarke of 1544 Fret Avenue West Cedar Rapids was hit by a westbound car while crossing Fyest Avenue near 161K. She suffered a skull fracture and facial injuries and was taken to St Lukes Hospital by paramedics in serious condition. The driver, described as a 40-year-old rural worker, fled the scene but was later sought by police.
Voters prepare for the city election as a subdued campaign wraps. Unopposed judge Thomas Powell and finance commissioner candidates face minimal opposition while Ro L Whelan, Wes Benesh, and C J Wosek clash over public safety parks and rates. The pool bond of up to 53000 dominates issues with site undecided, requires 60 percent approval to pass under Iowa law.
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