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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1941
Page
19
The piece argues parallels between the United States and prewar France, warning that moral stagnation and self interest among labor leaders threaten national unity and defense production. It urges labor to prioritize the country's interests over narrow power and to renounce divisive leadership before damage deepens.
Railroads push affordable journeys by cutting coach fares and adding overnight coach sleepers on New York to Chicago routes. Berths in three to six passenger compartments offer three tiered seating with a $2 premium over coach and no first class charge. The shift toward economical, comfortable rail travel aims to broaden passenger appeal.
The piece argues that true inflation hedge lies in preventing inflation, criticizing Congress for lacking courage to enact tax, price, and wage measures. It notes real estate in the South as one such hedge and portrays inflation as inevitable without timely action.
President Roosevelt registered to vote at the polls claiming farmer status citing his hog-raising experiences. The line of inquiry questions whether his agricultural ties qualify him for voter designation.
In London air raid shelters and subways the public remains orderly and hopeful as families queue for space, children stay primarily in shelters, and communities form a shared resilience. A shelter prayer expresses neighborliness and faith, while shelters host plays and services amid privations, with no complaints heard.
Robert Quillen contrasts saintly aims with Dictators’ methods, arguing free people must train youth to uphold virtue and responsibility. He warns against state powered indoctrination and urges voluntary cooperation with policy, citing moral self-government andnational strength.
The piece reports Berlin briefings that Hitler presses Vichy to join a decisive war effort. It notes the Vacancy in France's defense post after Huntziger's death, Weygand's cautious stance, and possible changes in North Africa and Syria policy as tensions with Britain and America loom.
The Louisville Courier Journal notes umbrellas were known in ancient cities Nineveh and Persepolis and suggests boys disliked carrying them in those eras. The brief hints at long history of umbrellas and childhood aversion.
Paul Mallon argues home defense is the real threat as Nazi saboteurs may be ready in U S cities. He cites Fifth Column fears, calls for civilian workers trained to fight fires and aid civilians, and criticizes lax security and limited wartime intelligence.
A Washington critique urges decentralizing federal work to halt bureau creep. Nathan Straus of USHA testifies that abolishing redundant housing agencies could save space, while Defense and other offices multiply. The piece calls Congress to simplify government now.
General Hugh S. Johnson argues against using the army to take over coal mines amid strikes. He warns of bloodshed, Hitler’s use of chaos, and imprudent leadership on both sides. He urges peaceful, measured action respecting miners’ culture and independence.
The column humorously critiques Finland for having to exchange a victory for a home gardening book. It jokes about refusals to bend rules in games and war contexts, likening political moves to a bingo prize dispute and a referee’s calls.
Warnings on ultraviolet and infrared exposure from welding arcs. Crookes glass and layered lenses suggested to protect eyes. hazards include fumes and gases in unvented spaces. The article also debunks a so called Doctor misusing a title and defends iodine supplementation as safe when overseen by health authorities.
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