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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1936
Page
7
A Webster quotation on mortality notes that rulers die as men and the deathbed reveals the creature's relation to the Creator, emphasizing the pure individuality and solemn bond between human beings and God.
James Roosevelt hints at reviving the NRA if his father is re elected prompting calls for a public declaration from the President. Governor Landon challenges the President to present his plan before next Tuesday’s vote while critics warn silence may be interpreted as consent. Voters seek clarity on potential policy shifts and government planning alignments.
The piece notes Navy day coinciding with Theodore Roosevelt’s birth anniversary and questions if Washington publicity push aimed to boost Roosevelt’s name. It hints at potential bias in coverage and suggests some voters may overidentify with Roosevelt.
Senator Lonergan urges all election costs be covered by public funds at federal, state, and local levels. He seeks abolition of private contributions and equal sharing among parties, noting past proposals and historical precedents from Roosevelt to early 20th century Colorado law.
A 1936 essay offers a satirical look at war ethics and partisanship. It contrasts Practical and Romantic lands, notes foraging and looting during conflict, and questions how virtue shifts with perspective. It closes with aphorisms on society, politics, and human foibles.
The piece reviews past and proposed reforms on campaign finance and information dissemination. It cites Bryan era attempts to create a bipartisan political bulletin and notes proposed legal caps on private donations and total expenditures with public funding. Historical donor figures for the Democratic Party are listed, including Belmont, Ryan, Baruch, Astor, Hearst, and duPont.
Ethel Barrymore, long teased by time and trials, has retired to a quieter life in Mamaroneck. Once a dominant royal figure on stage, she now appears folksy and humane, planning a memoir titled Celebrity Street and listing a starry, if dubious, rosters of celebrity peers.
The scene recalls a 1940s West Broadway area with penny rides by a pony man and a horse carousel amid monony. A bridge party guest recounts meeting George Ade who jests on reading McIntyre, noting the ladies’ quip and Ade’s gentle rebuke.
A reader asks how to handle trust in a relationship with a girl from another country. The answer advises continuing to observe her behavior and judging her feelings personally rather than acting on gossip, and to trust one’s own judgment.
The speaker urges dropping someone who ridicules them, deeming it unforgivable to tolerate contempt. The comment frames protective action as necessary for personal dignity and clear boundaries.
Dear Dot asks if thirteen is a good dating age. Miss Manners agrees with the parents, noting many years ahead and that a young girl should adhere to curfews and group social time rather than dating now.
State of Iowa Linn County ss notice is hereby given that on October 19 1936 the undersigned was appointed and qualified as executor of the estate of Katharine A Kloubec deceased. All indebtedness should be paid to the executor Those having claims must file with the Linn County District Court Clerk First Trust and Savings Bank of Cedar Rapids Iowa S V Shonka Attorney Executor
Linn County Iowa notices Ernest R White named as Administrator of the estate of G Henry White deceased. Creditors and others indebted to the estate must file claims with the Clerk of the Linn County District Court authenticated. J B Howell Atty represents the administrator.
An advertisement touts Poslam eczema ointment claiming swift soothing of irritation on inflamed skin. It urges readers to buy a box at 50c or request a free trial by writing to Poslam Co Desk 2 New York.
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