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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1936
Page
2
Quotation notes that strength stems from belief in unseen things and faith. Emphasizes that belief enables firm resolve while doubt weakens. Highlights that strong convictions precede significant deeds.
A 295 page report by Leonard V. Harrison and Elizabeth Laine examines state monopoly plans for liquor post repeal. It finds little overall sobriety or revenue advantage, notes political risk to retail state stores, and says public support is limited though Iowa support for trial remains mixed.
The article discusses the lack of agreement on unemployment causes and remedies. Hopkins warns that even with 1929 production levels, unemployment could reach 6.5 to 7.5 million in the near future while production recovers to that level. It contrasts Hopkins view with Dr. Harold L. Moulton’s cautious stance.
Opinion prose from 1936 mocks propaganda and economic policy while critiquing America’s postwar stance. It lampoons slogans about democracy and liberty and condemns appeasement, journalism, and public figures with a sharp, satirical voice.
An opinion argues a return to 1929 industrial output within five years would trigger a severe labor shortage. Estimates claim 8 to 9 million more workers annually to reach 1929 levels and 3 to 4 million more for consumer goods. The piece weighs Brookings versus Hopkins Moulton analyses and urges discussion between the experts.
In a light editorial note Professor C G Card of Michigan State College suggests poultry farmers use an alarm clock to turn on lights earlier each day to wake hens. The goal is to increase feed intake and egg production. The piece mocks the notion amid calls for shorter work hours and anti child labor efforts.
A vivid portrait of Lowell Thomas as New Yorks leading radio and newsreel figure. The feature covers his career, income cited at seven thousand dollars weekly, two late-night recording sessions, lectures, book output, and residence in Pawling Dutchess County. The column also surveys Parisian artists, Gertrude Stein, H T Webster, a Pajama Parlor venture in radio city, jewelry heists, tunnels in the 23rd street area, and a grammarian critiquing misused language.
A reader vents frustration in a terse complaint about the news being yesterday’s edition while today’s copies remained untouched in the entrance hall. The scene centers on a sustained emotional outburst over the papers.
A reader recalls modern ideas on couples living independently and learns that selfishness harms marriage. The column notes that give and take and putting the partner first are essential, despite charming outside options. Dear Miss Manners responds, urging wholehearted effort to please and promising support for the reader’s next question.
The user contemplates dating later while enjoying reading and current affairs. A mother’s concern about popularity is noted, with advice to invite groups of friends to balance interests and maintain pace with peers. Also included is a legal notice announcing Mollie V. Davis’s estate administration in Linn County Iowa with Administratrix Lou Lomison.
In the District Court a hearing is set for November 28, 1936 at 9:00 A M to prove and admit the Last Will and Testament of Dorothea Mildenstein, late of the county, to probate. Clerk Edwin W Lundquist notes the matter with Crissman and Bleakley as attorneys.
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