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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1961
Page
5
Editorial argues many citizens do not know U S or state constitutions because texts are poorly packaged. Reprinting in attractive easy to read pamphlets with clear layout and larger type could boost familiarity, reducing gullibility to claims about constitutional text.
West Virginia funds 150000 dollars to buy 16 miles of track and three coal burning engines from a hill country logging operation with another 40000 to 50000 dollars for completion. The plan envisions public rides through scenic terrain similar efforts exist in Gatlinburg Tennessee and Blowing Rock North Carolina. The piece urges Iowa to spot such hidden opportunities among aging local resources to attract visitors.
In the wake of postwar tensions Khrushchev asks Finland to discuss new military alignments. He cites fears of German war but Moscow’s power and bombs suggest Russia seeks Finland itself rather than its aid. President Kekkonen is summoned to a Siberian conference.
A Times analysis argues that internal labor factionalism weakens the U S fight against communism while warning that Khrushchev seeks to bend Finland into a Soviet ally to pressure Scandinavia. It cites union maneuvers, political funding, and a pattern echoing Stalin’s Baltic expansion.
President Kennedy redefines political endorsements as witty, offbeat performances that entertain audiences. He praises colleagues like Warren Magnuson and Carl Hayden with humor, recalls anecdotes, and cites California’s Ed Brown, framing endorsements as cultural moments rather than rigid rhetoric.
Glen P Queck from Quasqueton commends the newspaper for fair coverage of Cono Christian School and the Bard children. He, a Baptist sending his children to a Presbyterian school, says improvements are being made and the plant is adequate. He invites curious visitors to inspect the facilities and extends blessings for the reporting.
A YMCA sponsored Senior Men Christian club states it is not a Bible class or mission but a fellowship group for Christian men. The YMCA offers to provide information about the club to retired men seeking details.
Mrs. John A. Fisher named alumni secretary at Coe College succeeding Mrs. David Crew per president Howell H. Brooks announcement. Cedar Rapids had four members in Motor Maids of America. First local member was Margaret Wilson who recruited Carol Upah Joyce Pazour and Jean Henson. Postmaster E R Petro welcomes curb service mail box comment.
A fragmented ad blurb from The Locomotive references car maintenance and savings on fuel components. It mentions a carburetor timer and spark plugs with savings percentages, plus a note about driving a hundred miles and a gas tank overflow.
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