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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1964
Page
6
Voters massively supported Lyndon Johnson in an expected landslide that nullified many Republican state and local hopefuls. Analysts flag national reaction to Kennedy s death and a desire for progress over nostalgic simplicity as key drivers.
Russian astronomer Nikolai Kardashev cites two enigmatic radio sources in Aries and Pegasus with spectra resembling an ideal interstellar beacon. The 900 megacycle signal concept points to a highly advanced civilization seeking attention, a view echoed by 1961 and Soviet Armenia conferences on extraterrestrial civilizations and interstellar communication.
The piece argues that voters face unresolved issues after the 1964 election. It notes a divided party landscape, lingering fears over foreign policy and the economy, and a lack of clear budget promises. It questions whether pollsters should reassess public sentiment one year later.
Drummond argues Khrushchev’s ouster exposes a pattern of blame among Soviet leaders over 40 years. He cites accusations of paranoia and personal cults, noting Lenin Stalin Malenkov Bulganin Molotov Khrushchev Suslov Brezhnev Kosygin branded each other. The piece warns the public fallout could threaten the dictatorship.
Marquis Childs reflects on how JFK would have faced vilification if alive, noting the drift of the current campaign and the dangers of elevating legend over reality. He argues respect for the office coexists with vigorous politics and cites past election dynamics and vote tallies.
A reader questions Social Security as true security and proposes alternative retirement planning using a self funded annuity. The letter contrasts 3 percent payroll tax with potential 4 percent invested growth, discusses beneficiary provisions, and argues for personal financial independence. It also mentions composting as a local municipal option and cites examples from Altoona Elmira and Houston.
Statisticians estimate that by 1970 there will be at least 100,000,000 vehicles on American streets and highways. If lined bumper to bumper they would form a 337,327 mile long line, 251 cars abreast every foot from New York City to Miami.
In 1954 events across Iowa featured Elwin Joliffe named business manager and secretary at the University of Iowa, Nancy Jayne crowned Anamosa King Corn Festival queen, and Dave Ennis named Explorer Scout. Coe College honored Dr. Harry M. Gage with a stained glass window. Cedar Rapids War Chest surpassed its goal. local unions endorsed the New Deal. First Trust and Savings Bank opened. Alice Post won a 4-H book contest with a trip to Chicago.
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