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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1933
Page
8
President Roosevelt urges American Legion members to reject class benefits arguing national unity and patriotism require shared taxes and protection. He warns against sectionalism and class distinctions as threats to unity and fidelity to the flag and Constitution.
Highlights from President Roosevelt's address before the American Legion emphasize national credit tied to unity, veterans' care for disabled and dependents, and limited benefits based on need. He urges fulfilled obligations without harming the nation, while calling veterans to renewed service and national recovery.
The president linked national credit to unity and vowed to restore the treasury from red to black. He defended veterans programs while insisting no one in uniform should be in a special class, pledging just and generous care for those disabled by service. He noted past mistakes but stressed ongoing justice for every individual.
The Chamber of Commerce Young Men's bureau gears up for The Big Blowout picnic with about three fourths of active members expected. Ticket sales stand at 330 with cash prizes of 2000 in Blowout currency for winning team captains Ralph Hamer and William Nezerka lead Goats and Pacemakers. A diverse evening program runs from 4:30 pm with a bread line at 6:30 and a night show, rain or shine, at an ideal outdoor site. Transportation and parking arranged, weather forecast fair. Oelwein bank president C B Chambers and Ernie Krjatt injured in Friday robbery are reported in favorable condition.
A patriotic appeal urges American Legion members to strengthen national rehabilitation and recovery efforts. The speaker stresses unity beyond party lines, individual responsibility, and continued support for veterans, re employment, and broader relief within federal aims.
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