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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 19, 1956
Page
6
The Hawkeyes battle back to deny the Buckeyes 7 to 6, showing defense and resolve after early deficit. Iowa preserves its season identity as a championship mindset, refusing to quit in face of Big Ten rivals and signaling grit ahead of Notre Dame.
The article argues that while unrest exists in Poland and Hungary, a Czech revolt is unlikely due to economic strength from industrial expansion, favorable trade with the Soviet bloc, and internal divisions within Czech society. It notes leadership suppression and contemplates the mixed feelings of Czech-Americans in Cedar Rapids who long for Masaryk era democracy.
Chicago columnist Yoney J Harris faults a country for making Elvis Presley a millionaire in one year. He argues the real issue is society's values not wealth. Harris critiques popular taste and media standards in a witty, pointed jab at cultural values.
Walter Henry Nelson outlines the U S desertion problem, calling it the poor man's divorce. He cites 100000 annual cases, millions of affected children, and heavy federal costs, urging action by security and welfare agencies. The piece highlights the Family Location Service success in reuniting families and the need for a broader, coordinated response.
Ten years ago Cedar Rapids coal dealers planned one ton per delivery due to a nationwide coal miner strike causing a fuel shortage. The school board held a lengthy session over teacher salaries described as desperate by Supt. Clyde Parker. 850 teachers signed a cost of living petition for a 300 dollar raise. Citizens circulated sugar rationing protests while city plans moved on police station site and new lighting projects.
President Eisenhower begins a new session facing a Democratic Congress and major aims including federal aid to education and foreign aid. He must rally the party, manage the administration, and address the two term limit while pursuing urgent school aid and reactions to desegregation rulings. Adlai Stevenson’s stance on state need and resources informs the debate as Congress weighs the bill to override possible filibuster.
Joseph Alsop argues that America's role as leader of Western allies requires accountable, proactive leadership. He compares it to a company captain, warning against blaming weaker allies for failures and urging foresight, decisive action, and responsibility after crises such as the Suez situation involving Egypt's Nasser and the Middle East.
Washington reports that a 100 prominent lawyers from 31 states issued a public statement defending judicial review while cautioning against attacks on the Supreme Court. The piece recalls Lincoln and discusses lawful resistance, church leaders’ critiques of the McCollum decision, and noted quotes from Corwin and Weigle on the court’s role in interpreting the First Amendment.
In sharp critique the writer contrasts elective and appointive government. He argues the appointive class lacks public choice while the Constitution grants executive power with Senate advice and consent. The piece likens this to balancing conflicting powers and warns of repeated diplomatic missteps.
Dr Joseph Mother explains hot flashes stem from temporary hormone imbalance after menopause and removing ovaries is not the answer. Hormone therapy by mouth or injection is the accepted treatment and balance returns gradually. He notes hereditary dark eye circles are a complexion trait and vitamin B complex dosing varies by patient needs.
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