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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1939
Page
16
The piece argues that delaying the arms embargo debate cannot blame lawmakers who acted four years ago when neutrality law barred arms sales to belligerents. It contends supporters of repeal push to end debate to shield their position, while opponents uphold the prewar policy and seek to avoid defections.
The piece discusses fears of Japanese expansion into the Philippines, referencing Admiral Dewey’s supposed warning and Bruce Oliver’s analysis in American Mercury. It notes a growing movement in Manila and Washington to alter the Tydings McDuffie act, with positions ranging from delaying independence to immediate dominion status, questioning US policy before 1946.
The text notes a plan urged by Filipino leaders, approved by Washington and Manila, making the United States responsible to defend the Philippines during a transition period but leaving after that no basis for continuing protection, a prospect unwelcome in both nations.
A vintage commentary notes widespread Finnish publicity in the mail intended to broaden American knowledge of Finland and its people. The piece questions motives and hints at links to upcoming geopolitical shifts, mentioning Germany's wartime plans and the Bremen liner as context for simmering European developments.
A nameless man explains rising anti Semitism in the United States and the hope to curb bias as education and wealth influence social tolerance. He notes prejudice across classes regions and religions and argues for civilized restraint and effort to end poverty and ignorance.
Anecdotes about Lindberghs press clippings profits and Eleanor Roosevelt influence highlight a lively slice of early aviation and political culture. Scattered notes reference Hoover traveling aboard The City of Los Angeles and a 1811 anonymous contribution rooted in Madison era conscience.
Walter Winchell on Broadway notes Hollywood lure to Manhattan as New York aims to lure studios back. Mentions LaGuardia floods earthquakes and Bergman era. Also dials into Dies committee, Armistice talk, and The Man Who Came to Dinner at Music Box with Woollcott satire.
A poem by Edgar A Guest critiques human hypocrisy and self excuse. It contrasts blaming others for misfortune with claiming personal virtue in victory and prayer versus earned blessings. The verse surveys vanity and self reliance in contemporary behavior.
In a dialogue with The Inquiring National Life Man, Iowa figures discuss lif e insurance, starting policies, and the value of Life Insurance Week. Lt Gov Bickenlooper praises family income plans and tax compliance. Public affairs themes include government costs and political interest in Iowa.
The conscience fund in the U S treasury now exceeds 650000 dollars with ongoing public donations. Officials note the fund supports humanitarian and educational programs through voluntary gifts from citizens across the country.
District Court of Linn County Iowa handles petition by Ralph W Lane as heir of Marie T Viasek contesting 1939 will probate. Defendants Edward Viasek Frank Viasek John Viasek and Bessie Embree named heirs. Party seeks declaration of intestacy and removal of probate order. Default judgment possible if defendants fail to appear by November 6 1939 at Cedar Rapids Court House.
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