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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1936
Page
6
A quotation by Mrs. C. M. Kirkland extols hospitality as a virtue perfected by the poor noting that if the rich contributed their share the world’s woes would lessen. The line reflects moral sentiment and social conscience typical of the era.
Senator Borah, appearing briefly from Idaho, defends his wartime voting record and endorses fundamental Townsend pension principles while urging thorough study. He says details and amounts can wait but favors care for the aged and broader purchasing power distribution, hinting at political calculations ahead.
City council votes to drop plans for boulevard lighting on First Avenue East between Fifteenth and Sixteenth Streets after a survey shows more property owners oppose than support the project. The piece notes lighting upgrades should be funded by the public, not via direct assessments on abutting property, and calls for a fairer funding system for street improvements.
A Philadelphia preacher suggests wives study their husbands favorite film star to “manage a husband” and even imitate the actress on screen. He notes the plan could work across fans of Garbo Harlow Colbert Pitts and others, and that a wife might discover what appeals to him is the clothes or tastes she can influence with effort. If accurate, he says the wife gains leverage or at least the chance to influence expenses.
A summary notes that first time voters lack national youth leaders, aside from the Veterans of Future Wars. Editor Lewis J. Gorin Jr., founder and national commander of the VFW, is sought for comment on how the new electors may decide.
The writer evaluates Gorin and the Veterans of Future Wars amid the 1940s political climate. It questions whether a small educated youth movement can sway elections and predicts most new voters will mirror parental choices or oppose Roosevelt, noting many will not vote.
A roundup of public figures and experts offering observations on nutrition youth government safety and fashion. Quotations from Dr Clifford Barborka Charles W Taussig Mrs Franklin D Roosevelt Bertha Reynolds Lady Astor Sir John Parson Dr F Scott McBride Weslayan university and designer Jeanette Couget highlight concerns about welfare democracy and style.
Iowa officials in Washington discuss New Deal loan totals and farm income gains through 1935, with figures showing large increases in corn, hogs, and crops. The piece notes interparty tensions as Republicans relocate campaign offices, and highlights two Iowa law students who passed the DC bar exams while in government service.
Harrisburg Pennsylvania WPA workers under Dr. Donald A. Cadzow state archaeologist excavated a mound said to be the oldest in Pennsylvania dating 1000 to 2000 years. Burial site of an Algonkian tribe yielded flexed skeletons and ancient artifacts including chipped stone blades stone containers pottery pipes two slate ceremonial platters marble cups. Finds may inform future chronology of American habitation.
An autumn meditation on the forest’s sights and sounds. The speaker marvels at maple and oak tones, notes the lure of lichen logs, and laments shortsighted hunters missing the season’s grand music. The Great Musician commands the forest drums in a meditative march.
A reader shares notes from Un Common Knowledge by George W. Stimpson, listing curious facts and quips. The essay surveys topics from water purity myths to river names and dog barking, with snippets about Tom Sawyer and regional observations.
Poem recalls a man returning home at evening to share tea with family. The scene shows a spotless table and grateful prayers, praising simple blessings and hopeful faith. It contrasts with despair and cynicism, affirming that good people seek small, meaningful joys.
In the wake of past plagues and ongoing epidemics in parts of the world, the text contrasts historical yellow fever and diphtheria with modern sanitary measures. It asserts the U S has strong health safeguards but warns illness remains, urging periodic checkups and adherence to physician prescriptions.
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