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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1936
Page
5
WPA Factional Clash Emerges Over Iowa Patronage
The resignation of Iowa WPA Administrator L S Hill was accepted by Harry Hopkins and George Keller was named his successor. The move exposes intra party feuding among Iowa Democrats over patronage with Senator elect C L Herring backing Keller while Hubert Utterback and others press for influence. The dispute shifts from relief policy to power sharing within the Roosevelt faction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
WPA
Harry Hopkins
Iowa
L. S. Hill
New Deal
Hopkins
Hill
George Keller
Democratic Party
C. L. Herring
Keller
Hubert Utterback
Federal incorporation for interstate commerce debated in NRA context
Editorial Review discusses whether Congress can compel federal incorporation of firms engaged in interstate trade and set standards. It notes historical views by Presidents Roosevelt and Wilson, the Marshall doctrine on implied powers, and Supreme Court rulings on child labor and employment conditions, highlighting ongoing constitutional questions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
NRA
O'Mahoney
Wyoming
American Federation of Labor
Supreme Court
Congress
Second Bank of the
United States
Marshall
District of Columbia
Theodore Roosevelt
Wilson
Debunking Pervasive Newspaper Tricks and Bias
A letter warns readers to beware biased reporting that dresses opinion in facts. It cites examples from governors enacting narratives with camouflage adjectives and contrasts respectable policing with sensationalized weekly takes. The piece critiques historians, movie title changes, and public figures while urging readers to seek bare facts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louise
Santa Claus
Licensing Scheme Faces Uphill Battle in High Court
The text states that the proposal did not constitute interstate commerce and falls outside congressional power over interstate commerce, making passage unlikely before the Supreme Court.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
High Court
Weight loss counsel from Dr Evans shocks Linn County Medical Society
Dr Frank A Evans of Pittsburgh told Linn County Medical Society thatลด the only way to lose weight is to eat less and that exercise is largely ineffective. He joked that thirty six holes of golf a day cannot counteract three pats of butter daily. The writer notes relief at removing one weight worry though warns it may still add fat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank A. Evans
Pittsburgh
Linn County Medical Society
Doctor Evans
The
Medical Society
Chloe’s Christmas Dilemma in a Mill Town Tale
Chloe Sargent, bored in a small mill town, clashes with comfort and conscience as she investigates factory conditions. She injures Dr. Scott Kelvin, then consults Mrs. Barwell and Sara Jenkins while her father explains wages, housing, and safety standards at Sargent Mills.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chloe Sargent
Scott Kelvin
Chloe
Kelvin
Mrs. Barwell
Dad
Howell
Sara Jenkins
Jennie Barwell
Sargent Mills
Jane
Aunt Jane
Mill Village
Onions and Garlic Established as Egyptian Food
Ancient Egypt treated onions and garlic as staple foods, with evidence showing their long standing role in daily meals and ceremonial offerings. The article notes cultural significance and widespread cultivation across the Nile region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Egypt
American golf champion and crossword clues
A mixed puzzle listing golf champion clues and crossword answers includes references to bed lath rime and various terms. The grid mentions Morindin dye, contradtictions, the word myself, and watchwords like boundary and native metal while noting the British and English connections. The set blends sports mention with language puzzles and historical terms.
Let’s Explore Mind and Team Dynamics in Society
The text surveys whether a star system fits athletic teams like rowing and discusses relationships and deception. It contrasts harmony and individuality on rowing crews with public reactions to trust and love, then jokingly suggests punishment as a reflection on social intelligence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Literary Digest
Horoscope Forecast With Caution on Work and Romance
Sunday’s reading hints favorable prospects in social life and church state affairs while signaling potential trouble with employers or litigation. Those born on this day may enjoy a prosperous year with diplomatic conduct advised, and a sudden private romance could bring domestic changes.
Celebrity Craze Fades as Public Turns Skeptical in New York
A column rails at celebrity culture in Manhattan noting that most so-called five star figures are nonentities and that true achievers rarely appear in public life. It mocks showoffs, cites Don Marquis and Herbert Marshall, and paints a backstage portrait of the era’s excesses and ironies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Manhattan Isle
Ree
de Rol
Nanny
Lindbergh
Sinclair Lewis
Edna Millay
Alexis Carrell
Celebrity Craze and Exile Echoes in 1936 Musings
A reflective piece from 1936 portrays celebrity culture and exile with a wry American tone. It samples a quirky telephone groan and a breakfast scene among scholars, whose devoted pursuit of knowledge leaves them weary and detached from lively society.
Mrs. Goldman and family visit New York City
Mrs. Harry Goldman and her children June and Austin left for New York City to visit relatives and friends. Fred Shomler departed for Los Angeles. Col. William G. Dows remains in critical condition at University hospital Iowa City after a stroke. Fifty members joined St James M E church today after a sermon by Prof. Jackson of Cornell College. Mr and Mrs Tom Clegg returned from a trip to the Ozarks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Goldman
June
Austin
New York City
Fred Shomler
Los Angeles
Calif
William G. Dows
University Hospital
Iowa City
St. James M. E
Jackson
Cornell College
Tom Clegg
Ozarks
Notable Residents and Visitors Attend Local Events
George A. Clark appeared at Greene's opera house for Hello Paris. Mrs J H Hildebrand and son left for San Antonio Texas. Mrs H G Page of Fergus Falls Minnesota visits in city to spend winter with sister Emily Hagey. Fred A Canfield county auditor and Luther A Brewer traveled to Sioux City for Governor elect Harding banquet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George A. Clark
Paris
Greene's
Opera House
J. H. Hildebrand
San Antonio
Tex
H. G. Page
Fergus Fay Minn
Emily Hagey
Fred A. Canfield
Luther A. Brewer
Sioux City
Harding
Rogers Brothers in Ireland killed at Greene's op
The Rogers Brothers in Ireland were killed at Greene's operation. T. D. Emerson departed for a visit in Los Angeles. John M. Terry traveled to New Iberia Louisiana to supervise his large rice plantation. Gene Parsons came back from Des Moines after attending the Iowa Volunteer Firemen's Association annual meeting where he serves as secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rogers Brothers
Ireland
Greene’s Opera House
T. D. Emerson
Los Angeles
John M. Terry
New Iberia
Gene Parsons
Des Moines
Iowa Volunteer Firemen’s Association
Wrong For Family Ties To Restrict Youthful Activity
The letter discusses parents overprotecting children and stifling their social growth. It contrasts strong family bonds with limits that hinder developing friendships and independence. A separate note, Dear Miss Manners, mocks girls chasing boys at dances and questions stereotypes about reputation and agency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Manners
Lace and Ball Attire Adorns Winter Social
A light note about pink lace fashion suitable for winter and summer events. It expresses appreciation for lace and wishes readers a good time at a ball.
No clear event or person to anchor a headline
Fragmentary quotation notes that admiration for beauty rarely leads to lasting satisfaction and wit outshines appearances. the speaker suggests a return or reconsideration of personal bargains.
Notice of Administra tion of Marcel M Bola estate
On November 6 1636 the under signed was appointed and qualified as administrator of the estate of Marcel M Bola deceased in Linn County Iowa All persons owing the estate are required to render and settle debts to the administrator within the legal period The administrator will file proofs of claims with the court in the county district clerk's office and ensure proper administration of the estate
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ae Linn
Marcel M. Bola
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