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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1946
Page
15
The article questions why federal steps to ease a building material shortage, including lifting import duties on lumber and subsidizing nail production, were delayed. It argues the authority and funding existed months ago and questions why action wasn’t taken earlier to relieve shortages faced by builders.
Attorney General Clark dismissed assistant John Rogge after Rogge disclosed a confidential prewar Nazi plot to influence the 1940 election by turning labor leader John L Lewis against Roosevelt. The firing raises questions about political motives and why similar disclosures were not acted on earlier.
A young man on an 18 month enlistment says he was near completing signal corps training at Fort Monmouth N J when transferred to Camp Stoneman Calif for overseas duty. He questions why the army ends training early and critics morale impact, urging self reform and listening to wartime vets who later succeeded in business for guidance on efficiency.
A confidential Rogge report surfaced as part of a quiet disciplinary backdrop, yet no action was publicly disclosed. The piece hints at Nazi leaders named who could have been questioned if the inquiry had progressed, making the timing and handling of the document appear curiously orchestrated.
Robert Quillen reflects on the demanding life of a newspaper writer, who works around the clock, relies on memory, and faces public critique for gaffes. He contrasts vanity, human interest bias, and the pressure of shaping impressions with the reader’s scrutiny and the toll on the writer’s psyche.
A reflective note by S. Smiles compares hope to the sun, while a journey casts the shadow of burden behind us in a concise, philosophical musing.
In a blunt critique of global commerce, the piece argues that foreign language learning by youths signals a push for world trade, subsidies, and unfair practices, foretelling possible conflict. It notes upcoming discussions on a Siam silk thread epidemic and hints at ongoing peace conference debates.
George E Sokolsky argues that the US political system suffers from influence of pressure groups and bureaucrats. He urges voters to eject incumbents and warns that parties have become servants of special interests rather than the people, criticizing both New Dealers and Republicans for pandering to slogans over ideas.
The speaker urges Americans to vote against Kremlin endorsed candidates and to back probes into pressure groups on the right and left. He cites Friends of Democracy and American Action as examples and argues for a sweeping Senate and House reorganization with new leadership and subpoenas to uncover details.
DREW PEARSON profiles Guillermo Belt, Cuban ambassador to the United Nations, a 27 year old veteran critic of the veto. He argues it may be doomed if he can win 31 votes in roll call despite Western powers urging restraint. Belt notes Latin support and fears a Russian walkout while Brazil stands noncommittal. He contrasts with other UN topics and touches on Hollywood wartime film copyrights and OPA penalties.
Marquis Childs notes a sudden Soviet move to allow UN assembly discussion of veto, stirring cautious hope amid long resistance. He recalls Paris Peace Conference clashes as Manuilsky lambasts American policy while Byrnes maintains a firm stance amid Western alienation and pressure.
The White House faces criticism as the Navy and Army budgets face deep cuts beyond the Aug. 2 orders. Budget Bureau actions threaten shipyard work, Marine forces, and pay raises, with accusations that funds are being diverted to political gain ahead of elections. Public accountability and national defense are at stake as lawmakers weigh the broader impact on security and international standing.
The piece outlines vite health ideas including teeth care temperance belly breathing sun bathing iodine and daily exercise. It covers a rejuvenation diet vitamin and mineral needs especially for those reducing weight and cautions about tonsillectomy and lemon juice vitamin C content.
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