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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 23, 1941
Page
30
The article argues that 1941 national income will exceed prior records with a pace near 100 billion dollars, but real value lies in goods and services available. It notes factories operate near capacity, yet output largely funds arms rather than consumer goods, creating an illusion of spending power while defense costs are not yet charged.
A CIO convention photo from Detroit shows Harry Bridges applauding President Roosevelt while deportation proceedings label him a Communist. The piece condemns Bridges for backing strikes that forced army intervention and for past labor politics, urging leaders to prioritize defense over lip service.
The secretary calls sailors home reports of sea battles fabrications though such events may occur. The piece argues Knox has previously denied truths later proven correct and warns against assuming a reduced German U-boat threat or an end to neutrality laws. It suggests more conflicts lie ahead with Nazi brushwork and policy shifts.
The Chinese claim food dropped by Japan contained bubonic plague germs marking the first belligerent use of germ warfare. Experts note the tactic endangers the attacker as well, since plague spreads uncontrollably, potentially engulfing eastern Asia and Japan.
Carl Sandburg reflects on William Saroyan's Fables bridging Armenian folklore and California life. He highlights a tale of a man with one string and a cello, noting the moral and how genuine folk tales vary with tellers. He compares public figures' faces to a broad banner of equity amid national tension.
Reading excerpts from Iowa newspapers reveal strong views on subsidies, agriculture as a way of life, and U S policy in Asia. Editors urge prompt presidential action on labor issues while cautioning against appeasement of Japan and calls for fiscal prudence.
A reflective verse on human progress from Neanderthal limits to modern wonders. It contrasts ancient cave life with ships trains radios and gears, and ponders future discoveries and how life may change a decade ahead.
The piece argues Nazi plans to use French North Africa to threaten British Libya operations. It notes the dismantled French army under Vichy control, Weygand's limited influence, German officers in position, and the potential fleet role, with Weygand as a possible rallying point and Huntziger’s mission to Africa.
Iowa representative Bill Jacobsen of Clinton led a naval affairs subcommittee on a 7,000 mile inspection trip to Caribbean bases from Bermuda to British Guiana. He described coral houses in Bermuda, malaria in Trinidad, and a growing hemispheric defense program changing local life and labor, with U.S. marines and sailors starting from scratch at each base.
The columnist muses on labor strikes and worker apathy. He compares labor unrest to a stubborn task and imagines picketing himself. He recalls attempting to saw a chestnut telegraph pole and reflects on miners and mules in labor contexts.
The piece suggests the wealthy avoid government pensions now but will likely seek them after ten years to reach age 65. It argues long-term plans push affluent individuals toward pension eligibility as retirement nears.
Henry Wallace takes over as vice president with two key posts the supply and weapons board and the economic defense board. He becomes the administration's head on Capitol Hill, coordinating domestic arms production and postwar economic planning for international trade and peace.
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