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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1936
Page
16
A concise entry lists period figures across six months, three months, and one month. Values show 2.25, 6, and 3 for periods. 2.50, 1.50, 60, 90, and 1.10 reflect monetary amounts and counts. The data resembles a ledger style record from a period with unit measurements and currency.
A study by Harrison and Laine examines post repeal liquor control across forty states with public monopolies. It finds little broad support, mixed results on sobriety and revenue, and persistent political dangers threatening state run shops, especially when led by weak leadership.
The piece cites WPA Administrator Harry Hopkins and Brookings Institute head Dr. Harold L. Moulton discussing unemployment figures and policy. Hopkins says production near 1929 levels by 1937 still leaves 6.5 to 7.5 million jobless with current planning.
A 1936 commentary contrasts American aid to Europe with pride and blame, mocking slogans and political traps. It cites reparations, debt, press freedom, and misused goodwill, ending with a corrected sentence and noting copyright.
An expert argues that restoring production to 1929 levels within five years would demand 8 to 9 million new workers annually plus 3 to 4 million more for consumer goods, risking acute shortages in some lines. He notes differing analyses from Hopkins and Dr. Moulton and suggests a joint discussion, favoring Brookings’ figures.
The article criticizes Prof. C. G. Card from Michigan State College poultry husbandry for proposing an alarm system that lights poultry earlier to boost feeding and egg production. It notes broader trends toward shorter hours and child labor reform, questioning fairness if poultry raisers extend hours while others push leisure.
A compact profile of Lowell Thomas highlighting his New York prominence as a radio and newsreel figure, his Cripple Creek roots, Dutchess County residence, high weekly income, and prolific authorship. It also sketches cultural tidbits from Harlem to Broadway including fashion, jewelry security, and Gertrude Stein’s New York visit.
A reader vents about a persistent annoyance as they confront endless disruptions. The speaker notes calm guidance that yesterday’s paper was already read while today’s editions remained untouched in the entrance hall.
The column discusses how modern theories of independence fail in marriage. It argues that partners must give and take and place each other first, resisting jealousy amid social circles. It emphasizes that selfishness undermines a successful union and stresses mutual care.
The reader, a 15 year old girl, rejects pressure to date, noting she is happy with friends and study. Tilly should balance interests by inviting groups home for fun, showing both mother and self a balanced pace with peers.
The statement lists how popular vegetables are categorized: potatoes as tubers, radishes as roots, onions as bulbs, cabbages as leaves, tomatoes as fruits, and beans as seeds. It clarifies differing plant parts used for each produce.
Lou Lomison approved on November 9 1936 as Administratrix of Mollie V Davis estate Linn County Iowa. Creditors urged to pay debts and file claims with Linn County District Court Clerk through attorney J A Yessler.
In the District Court of Iowa Linn County the notice states that Dorothea Mildenstein s Last Will and Testament will come for proof and admission to probate on November 28 1936 at 9:00 A M before the District Court Oscap Cedar Rapids Iowa Edwin W Lundau Clerk Crissman and Bleakley Attorneys
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