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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1932
Page
11
The notice lists mail subscription rates by period and region with seven issues weekly, including prices for 1 year 6 months and 3 months. Carrier rates in Cedar Rapids and Marion are shown per week and per year in advance. A row of press service credits appears, noting Associated Press and other wire services.
The fifth German general election this year shows Adolf Hitler and the Nazi Party losing ground from July’s peak. Analysts say a parliamentary minority may force a February election, while Hitler drifts toward diminished influence and possible minor roles.
The letter endorses Congressman Thomas L Blanton of Abilene Texas, praising his bold stance at a San Angelo rally where an emcee waited to introduce him yet Blanton walked out. The writer hopes his example teaches candidates to seek respect through substance, not theatrics.
The passage argues for congressional investigations into election influence with campaigns using dirt to fuel investigations. It notes Senator Howell's demand for airing charges that industrialists pressured workers to vote Republican and contemplates the cost and political utility of inquiry.
The article outlines how the Norris lame duck amendment could shift presidential and congressional terms, making the next regular session begin January 1934 and eliminating a second session. It cites past special sessions, potential preinaugural actions, and speculation about Hoover or Roosevelt leveraging power before the amendment's effect. It ends with a satirical note about American Gandhi and a Sing Sing opening for a safe blower.
A reflective piece contrasts moral self judgment with public behavior. It argues that true goodness is hidden by vanity and self-righteousness, while wrongs persist even among the pious. It notes that laws penalize both speeding and counterfeiting, yet social condemnation differs by who commits them.
A scrambled collage of quotes from figures including Col Fred Erik Sacen New York superintendent of public works and Premier Falaid Perrigt discussing press agents thinly veiled critiques of governance. The text blends remarks on censorship, monetary policy, disarmament and democracy with fragmented references to public figures.
New York Day by Day notes Al Jolson's return to Broadway after two years away on film and tours. The piece contrasts his resilient career with past failures, praising his stage presence and Irish storytelling style. It also briefly reviews the film Smilin Through with Norma Shearer, criticizing some dialogue while noting its strong direction.
A leader invites Miss Asterbilt to sing during a public event. The scene features showy publicity and a complimentary dinner. The next day Miss Asterbilt receives a $20 check while Henry Sell, the idea originator, departs pleased.
A vivid reminiscence recalls a Saturday night trip to a Long Island barber shop with a 25 cent tub bath. The scene hums with brisk talk, snipping scissors, bay rum scent, and a marginal banjo tinkering in the rear as Dad and son experience a quirky local ritual.
A columnish vignette from Times Square area describes Kingston a short ride away with thatched barn scenes and tranquil residents. It notes Cafe Royal on Second Avenue as the sole Parisian style eaterie with sidewalk tables and recalls Theodore Roosevelt’s visits while musing on urban contrasts and witty analogies.
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