Cedar Rapids Gazette Owa Interests First Fulfilled
The Cedar Rapids Gazette reports on Iowa interests tied to the OWA and subscription friction. The piece lists multiple states and sites, noting weekly ads and cashier payments in Cedar Rapids.
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1937
Page
17
The Cedar Rapids Gazette reports on Iowa interests tied to the OWA and subscription friction. The piece lists multiple states and sites, noting weekly ads and cashier payments in Cedar Rapids.
President and Commerce Secretary advocate government support for large scale housing and construction projects to lower costs and raise employment. Analysts say mass production of materials and nationwide building efforts could deliver lower prices but require variety and sustained demand.
A fragment recalls Sam, once bold and rash, protection of the weak through street justice. He grows wealth and conservatism, yet his temper flares against bullies, shouting Hold him Shorty and urging rescue, only to misfire and mislead.
The remarks suggest brighter politicians grasp the meaning behind others statements, while economists might be more useful if they observed the world directly rather than dissecting terms. The text notes that the common people do not always speak in Mr. Chases language.
Vice-president Garner celebrated his sixty ninth birthday at the Capitol. Reporters pressed for political wisdom and received a compact philosophy: he hopes to be here when he’s seventy. The piece suggests many congressmen endure long careers to stay in office.
The article notes New York City residents lounging at home or in hotels on Sundays, preferring pajamas and rocking chairs over golf or church. It cites radio and sleeping garments as popular comforts, with hotel doormen observing high Sabbath stay-ins. It also mentions Thomas Dewey’s anti gangster stance and celebrity weight changes in California.
A vivid 1937 scene describes a European style diner nursing food quirks and a tiny tip. The observer recalls a monocled guest at a Paris like table examining the menu with sharp questions while supervising each course. He notes the man left a mere 15 cents as a tip.
The horoscope notes fair overall outlook tied to lunar and planetary aspects. Mergers rings politics diplomacy or secret groups offer best chances, while the birthday stars warn practical results hinge on individual effort. A child born today may be quirky with visionary urges and a potential to write mystery or adventure stories.
Regina Grimes Millburn and husband to B J and Rhoda F Zimmerman convey full rights of survivorship in a 50 ft lot in McGrew's 1st addition with covenants and restrs of record and balance due of 1300 dollars due on two mortgages of record, dated 10-14-37.
A reader tries to use cooking to attract her husband and urges others to cook well. Miss Manners offers supportive remarks and cautions about excluding friends. A trio suggests empathizing with the bride and including her to ease group tensions.
A letter from three girls asks how to end a friendship with a girl who has been dating one of them. They seek tactful, discreet methods to “freeze” her out without causing a scene or direct confrontation.
Notice from Linn County Iowa states on November 18 1937 George E Farmer as Executor of Ella C Everett deceased. Merchants National Bank of Cedar Rapids Iowa requests all debts be paid and creditors file claims with the Linn County Iowa District Court Clerk after authentication.
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