09 Oct 1957
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1957
Page
1
The piece argues for Iowa embracing nuclear power to spur industry and slow population loss, noting a 15 to 20 year horizon per the National Planning Association and urging readiness now for a potential 1980s surge. It also includes a linguistic aside on hoodlum origins and a digression on language.
A brief analysis notes how terms like hooligan and hoodlum are used by Soviets to describe anti communist dissidents, while Poles emerge as a recent example. The piece contrasts these labels with dated slang and the broader cultural value of such language.
The piece questions the reflex to underplay the technical feat of launching an artificial satellite. It argues judgment should weigh aims and resources, noting political leaders once criticizing spending on space now lag behind in influence. It suggests public discourse shifts from achievement to credit and motives.
A brief modern geography note claims Arkansas, adjacent to Missouri the “Show Me” state, is now labeled the Faubus "By Me" state reflecting a political nickname. The remark treats regional identity with satirical tone and references historical figure or naming sentiment.
George Sokolski argues that self revealing confessions reflect a degenerate era. He compares George Raft and Diana Barrymore cases, notes theater aristocracy and urban cynicism, and laments shifting taste as culture moves toward vulgar sensationalism. The piece ends warning that declining taste signals cultural decline.
Tenants from twelve Cedar River levee dwellings south of Fourteenth Avenue face eviction if they do not vacate by May 1 1948 due to unsanitary conditions. The piece notes a milk price drop across Cedar Rapids caused by dairy disputes and recalls other local historical events from years past.
In a reader exchange Dr. Joseph Mother discusses shaving as a hair management option for facial and arm hair, noting hair remains soft and that shaving does not make hair heavier or bristly. A reader asks about hormone-related skin issues and sun sensitivity, with guidance to gradual sun exposure and protective lotions while acknowledging individual skin reactions.
A reader laments dangerous driving on Seventeenth avenue and B street SW in Cedar Rapids. He describes frequent crashes, speeding, icy corners, and scarce road maintenance. The letter urges residents to adopt basic driving rules and criticizes city inaction despite tax money and traffic issues. The piece closes with praise for Seven Ages of a City and author Sutherland Dows.
In a broad view of the space ball and missile tests, the piece argues the United States must not panic. It notes Soviet publicity and the need for renewed funding for science and defense while cautioning against surrender or disarmament as a policy. The piece highlights Dulles and Gromyko’s Washington talks and reflects on reconnaissance, sovereignty, and the broader pace of tech advances.
A fragmentary reminiscence recalls a 1918 gift of tea cozy hats and an army blanket sleeve overcoat, likening contractors to chisels. It recalls Flossy Nightingale seeking clothing in Crimea and a sutler’s son sending a boatload of left shoes, tied to early square dances.
Roy C Gaddis of Cedar Rapids heads the Highway Equipment Co since 1940 with about 160 employees. The firm makes a full line of spreaders for agriculture and road work and exports to Canada and other countries. Gaddis also breeds and races Alaskan and Siberian Huskies for advertising and demonstrations, keeping about 75 dogs at his home and training teams for races in the Northeast and Canada. He is a longtime friend of Roy Rogers and has collaborated on horses and dog related ventures. Interview by Dan Hinson.
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