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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 10, 1941
Page
8
An editorial snubs Secretary Ickes while noting his role as solid fuel coordinator. It argues his temperament and invective hinder public cooperation and productivity in the defense effort, urging Roosevelt to prioritize national interests over loyalty or politics.
The article notes the need for stricter control of powerful drugs sold without prescriptions in Cedar Rapids. It warns that reactions vary by person and improper use can be fatal, placing responsibility on pharmacists and calling for greater public scrutiny of dispensing practices.
The essay argues parachutes should not be standard passenger gear. Maj. Thomas G. Lamphier cites airline tragedy fatalities where bailouts might have saved few. Experts disagree as army crash deaths rise despite parachutes.
A railroad conductor was fined last week in Missouri Valley for blocking a crossing too long. The piece notes Cedar Rapids patience with Fourth street delays and credits public pressure for faster railroad operations. Encouragement is urged for continued speed improvements.
Robert Quillen critiques labor’s power and its wartime impact. He warns leaders to weigh loyalty over unilateral action while urging that disputes be settled without halting production for defense. He contrasts worker rights with national survival and questions political support for strikes.
Dr. Joseph Fort Newton recounts a historic voyage from Britain to America aboard the British Isles, describing a 115 foot long plane, 165 mph speed, sunrise over the sea, and a mid voyage encounter with a German plane. The account reflects on how distance has shrunk and the world changed.
Col Frederick Palmer weighs the Berlin Washington ties and Japan's stance as the United States tightens naval protection for Britain and prepares for broader war. He notes Germany keeps an inward embassy effort, Japan steers toward confrontation, and Roosevelt shifts to a wartime presidency with experts directing a vast war effort.
The senate approved a private claim bill for 601.19 dollars. The house reduced it to 599.93 dollars, saving 1.26. The senate accepted the amendment as the economy continues.
A World Herald excerpt defines confidence as a feeling guiding the mind toward honorable paths with hope and self trust. It frames confidence as a virtue underpinning prudent decisions and personal conduct.
Paul Mallon notes Hess's London plan aimed to pacify Britain while leaving the empire intact. Churchill and Roosevelt dismissed it as a Hitler appeasement. The piece cites British resistance, Spain path talks, and a Republican vote opposing foreign war, with Treasury tax ideas tied to postwar debt.
The article surveys the tradition of honorary Kentucky colonels, noting figures such as 2,368 named by Ruby Laffoon and hundreds more under Albert B. Chandler. It traces origins to Governor Isaac Shelby and early practices, the 25 cent cost myth, and the first woman colonel Annie Poage in 1918.
The article vents frustration over U S aid to Russia while condemning communists at home. It warns that Stalin allies with Hitler, rebels against democracy, and that vigilant monitoring is needed as Russia aids risk being weaponized by internal support networks.
A reader question prompts Dr. Brady to explain mongolism or mongolian idiocy, its terminology, and range of mental disability. He cites heredity and nonhereditary causes, lists physical traits, and notes uncertain origins while warning against stigma.
A fragment notes a local committee meeting in an old boiler room. Citizens express patriotism and discuss collecting unusable aluminum items to aid the nation during stress.
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