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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1957
Page
4
A reader observing Eisenhower era politics notes moderate Republicans complain the President has shifted toward New Deal policies while he argues he has grown more conservative since 1952. Public pressure for budget restraint appears broad, affecting Congress, state legislatures, and local governments, with mixed reaction to service cuts and taxes.
The AP report on the Kansas City tornado notes warnings saved lives by repeated alerts through radio and television. While recognizing strong storms demand better observation and communication methods, experts expect continued refinement to provide timely warnings even if homes are not saved.
The AFL-CIO executive council commends itself for removing Dave Beck from the vice presidency after a senate committee revealed troubling conduct. It notes no legal transgressions were proven, but أي Beck’s manner of handling union business misaligns with top labor leaders’ standards and public expectations.
George Sokolski argues for a balance between broad education and job training. He notes rising MA and PhD pursuit, the need to preserve learning access, and the rising demand for college seats as population grows. He warns about credential inflation and high costs.
A miscellany of past events is summarized including a Capl. Steven L case a city council reorganization abolishing an assistant chief post and a noted illustration by Carl E. Franks from Best Sports Stories 1947. Also reported are cereal drives for war affected children milk price changes and a Cedar Rapids garden club event.
Washington report portrays a brewing rift in the Republican Party as budget cuts and defense spending clash with the Eisenhower administration. It warns of a possible 1960 Democratic landslide if factions fail to unite and keep the party coherent.
The piece argues the Old Guard Republicans have reclaimed control of the GOP after backing a budget battle against President Eisenhower. It notes leaders like Knowland Bridges Halleck and Dirksen shifting influence, with Nixon emerging as a modern rival within the party.
The piece portrays Nasser as a shrewd player in Middle East politics, accusing Western powers of covertly guiding regional actions. It likens his tactics to theatrical and provocative maneuvers while mocking European efforts to manage Arab concerns.
Dr. Joseph Mother discusses evolving burn first aid including cold water application and thinly spread grease, warns against breaking blisters, and stresses protective dressings. He also addresses menopause after Austerectomy and kidney cancer myths, noting no automatic need for hormones and that a nonfunctioning kidney is not necessarily cancerous.
The interview with Gordon DeLay, general manager of the Cedar Rapids Quaker Oats plant, covers his Chicago upbringing, move to Cedar Rapids in 1930, promotion to plant manager in 1955, and hobbies including fishing golf and water skiing. He recalls an Argentina assignment, in plant United Fund, and a mishap while rebuilding a kitchen.
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