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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1947
Page
2
Partly cloudy with a warm Wednesday and showers later Thursday. Highs around 55 to 58 and lows near 36. Divorces and petitions listed. Fire at Milner hotel and fines for traffic offenses. Birth notices include several new arrivals in multiple cities and homes. Names, addresses, and dates appear for many parties and locales.
The debate centers on raising annual school aid from 3.53 million to about 18 million via figures from the State Teachers Association and Iowa Farm Bureau. Proponents argue the need to meet requirements while opponents push balance constraints and tax credits.
In Des Moines the senate committee placed two additional anti-labor measures on the calendar after passing the closed shop bill. The bills would ban picketing and secondary boycotts as part of a broader package of five anti-labor proposals, with duties including license fee hikes and a sales tax study committee overseeing commercial amusements.
Adolph Pacifico of UMW District 6 urged members to stay out of unsafe mines. The six day halt honors 111 Centralia miners killed, while anthracite mines observe April 1 holiday. Industry largely unperturbed as normal production continues.
Workers adapt to challenges as many carpool and share-the-ride programs operate. Collins Radio and Iowa Manufacturing report solid attendance despite transport disruptions while Universal Engineering notes a flu-related attendance boost. Drivers offer rides and buses walkers assist each other, easing morning commutes and mail deliveries. Local motorists adjust routes to help those reliant on transit.
The proposed legislation would prohibit mandatory union dues deduction without a written employee order and set penalties for violations. Senators including Arthur Jacobson support the measure calling it a right to work law, while Frank Byers warns it could spark labor conflicts and disrupt current harmony. Support also comes from two senators who are employers, Fred Maytag and Herman Lord.
Judges Thompson and Philbrick consider parallel picket injunctions against Kenmore and Nelson food stores with additional evidence in the Kenmore case. A third decision by Judge Heiserman concerns a throne dispute where G T McHardy seeks 3078.38 from Paul Costas over a donated chair to a Greek Orthodox church.
Residents faced delays as many missed word of the strike and waited for buses. Corners filled with pedestrians like Carl Hendrick of Blake Boulevard SE, who normally walks to work, halted by drivers offering rides to those stranded.
Linn county chapter reported a total collection of 72018.92 as the national Red Cross campaign closed. Only 2286 in pledges remained outstanding, with 26762 donors giving at least one dollar for memberships and 765 giving less than a dollar.
Centralia Newfoundland report details final messages found on miners in the 111 victim disaster. Notes include pleas to wives and children, forgiveness, insurance, and love words from men facing death in the dark mine. Names and relatives are not identified in the published notes.
Adolph J. Beranek of Solon faces a reckless driving charge filed by County Attorney William Crissman after a Saturday night collision on highway 218 near Cedar Rapids that injured five people. He was arrested Monday, posted $200 bond, and a Thursday hearing was set by Justice H R Churchill.
Judge Floyd Philbrick awarded L. J. McCarthy Construction Company judgment of 135 dollars against Ruth Thompson for work and material on ties and cabinets for Thompson's beauty shop. McCarthy sought 253.71 dollars. The judge found Thompson offered to confess judgment of 189.16 dollars on December 5, two days after the suit was filed. Consequently court costs after December 5 were assessed against the plaintiff.
A set of handwritten notes expresses a final farewell from a spouse to Dear Sweetheart and sons, Dear Wife and Sons, and Dear Wife. The writer urges family care, faith, and baptism for the baby, asks the husband to quit the mine, and asks for prayers and support.
Last Friday on East Street SE Martinez was accused of stabbing Tom Huston a 26 year old Brown Derby bartender at 1936 Eleventh Avenue SE after Huston tried to evict him following a fight. First arraigned Saturday counsel W. O. Slade appointed. In Tuesday appearance Judge Floyd Philbrick heard Martinez say E. J. Dahms and M. G. Nassif would represent him.
Four wills admitted to probate in district court on Monday. Executors were named without bond for the estates of John C. Lattner, Stella Wallen, Louis B. Stanley, and John W. Green. Heirs include Arlene Hand Wanda Carson Vivian Lentz Ivan Dailey and Frank Dailey, with designations of executors G C Lattner Ruby B Power and G A Emmons.
W. G. Brown's suit for damages against Wilson and Company was dismissed by Judge Floyd Philbrick for noncompliance with a procedure rule. Brown sought 35 dollars and a jersey cow or 52 dollars if the cow was unavailable. He claimed the cow was stolen and purchased by the defendant.
George Kosina of Cedar Rapids route 3 reported a shed break in on March 27 or 28. A double barreled shotgun and a .22 caliber rifle were stolen. Local sheriff’s office took the report.
Georgia Lillie of Central City, a Mercy hospital cadet nurse, has joined Linn County nursing service for six months of public health nursing training.
London dispatch reports Harold E. Stassen former Minnesota governor and presidential hopeful met with Soviet Foreign Minister Molotov in Moscow on Monday as part of his Europe tour. The Moscow radio announcement confirms the interview and Stassen’s travel to the Soviet capital.
Ada Allen 87 widow of F. Allen passed away at 7 15 p m Monday at her daughter Mrs W R Robinsons home 1732 Bever avenue SE Cedar Rapids after a brief illness Born April 5 1859 in Grand Detour Illinois she lived in Story county and Virton before moving to Cedar Rapids She leaves four children 16 grandchildren 24 great grandchildren and one great great grandchild Funeral arrangements to be announced Friends may call at Beatty chapel after 10 a m Wednesday
Ina M. Scherrebeck, born December 7 1883 in London, secretary at the Cedar Rapids Y M C A and longtime Nashville Y M C A staffer, died of a heart attack. Her brother W J Scherrebeck of 111 First avenue southwest called to Nashville. Services set for 2 30 p m Thursday at London Evangelical Reformed church. Surviving are two Cedar Rapids nieces and a California nephew.
Antonie Simon of Cedar Rapids route 2 died Monday. Funeral services set for 2 p.m. Thursday at the Barta-Hesser chapel conducted by the Rev Milo Filipi of the Czech Reformed church. Burial at Bohemian Moravian cemetery in Ely. Friends may call after noon at the chapel.
Mrs. Mary Louella Moody widow of Alfred L. Moody and longtime Cedar Rapids and Vinton resident died Sunday in Sioux Falls South Dakota after a long illness. She was born February 4 1871 in Vinton. Survived by three daughters Mrs H J Behrens Mrs Walter H Baldenecker and Mrs Charles C Tolbey five grandchildren and five great grandchildren a brother Charles Bean of La Grande another Victor Bean of Nampa Idaho a brother Jess Bean of Oklahoma and a sister in Chicago. Graveside services at Linwood Cemetery at 2 p m Wednesday conducted by Rev S E Dooty. Friends may call Turner chapel after 7 p m Tuesday.
The infant son of Mr and Mrs Woodrow Larson of Norway died in a Cedar Rapids hospital at 5 32 a m Tuesday. Surviving besides his parents are three sisters Lois Marie Shirr yl Louise and Diane Sue Larson all at home and his grandparents Shure Larson of Norway and Mr and Mrs Louis Johnson of Walford. Cremation committal services were held in the Turner chapel.
Funeral services for Morton Stanley age 66 take place at the Brush chapel at 2 p.m. Friday with cremation at Cedar Memorial. Friends may call at the chapel. He leaves a daughter Mrs. James S. Browning of Indianapolis a sister Mrs. Harriet Gordon of Clifton Virginia and two brothers L. W. Stanley of Topeka and the Rev. Rupert Stanley of Kokomo Indiana.
Bennett Bahmler of Solon died at 6 46 p m in an Iowa City hospital after a long illness. Born October 24 1861 in Michigan he came to Iowa 76 years ago and lived in and around Solon since. Survived by four sons Lester Tipton Earl Lancelot and Floyd Bahmler all of Iowa.
Ely, a sister, Mrs. George Rossler of near Solon, five grandchildren and four great grandchildren. He was a 50-year member of the LO.O.F. lodge of Iowa City. Services will conducted by the Rev. Carl F. Clems in St. Mary's church in Solon at 10 a.m. Thursday. Burial will be in Oak Hill cemetery at Solon.
Cheryl Lea Sands daughter of Mr and Mrs B R Sands 600 Thirty third Street NE died Monday. Funeral services set for 10 a m Wednesday in the Barta Hesser chapel with the Rev Allan Schoff of Central Park Presbyterian church officiating. Burial planned at Bohemian National Cemetery. Friends may call at the cemetery.
Forrest Payne Hines a cattle buyer for Wilson and Company for 16 years of 396 Twenty-sixth street SE died Sunday Funeral services are set for 4 p.m. Wednesday in the Turner chapel with Rev Andrew E Kurth minister of Westminster Presbyterian church Burial will be in Bohemian National cemetery Friends may call at the chapel.
The former Cedar Rapids resident Charles J. Jesina died at Swisher on Sunday. Services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Barta-Hesser chapel with Dr. Carroll C. Roberts of the First Christian church officiating. Burial will be in Bohemian National cemetery. Friends may call at the chapel.
Services for Frank Julis of Oakville, former Cedar Rapids resident, were conducted at Oakville Methodist Church at 2 p.m. Tuesday and will be held at Kuba Funeral Home in Cedar Rapids at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, led by Rev. Zdenek F. Pauk. Burial follows at Bohemian National Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home.
Cedar Rapids dogs die after suspected poisoning raising total victims to eight including seven dogs and a cat. J R Howe’s spitz on 3322 F Avenue NE and David Fagle’s wire haired terrier on 1270 Thirty-second Street NE died. vets report poison in both cases. Police and owners continue to search for the culprit.
The Palestinian high court in Jerusalem granted a temporary order staying the execution of Dov Gruner, a convicted member of the Irgun Zvai Leumi Jewish underground organization.
John G. Hagen president of the City Tank Corporation reported losing a briefcase containing 11000 in currency and an 880776 letter of credit. Police began interviewing couples who obtained marriage licenses for clues. Hagen said he left it in a public telephone booth near the marriage license bureau and it was gone when he returned. He planned the trip to South America.
The Chicago Daily News raises its home delivery rate from 1.10 to 1.30 dollars per month, effective Tuesday, citing higher print paper costs, labor expenses, and distribution charges.
Marengo Rebekah lodges of Iowa county plan a convention here on Thursday with state officers Mrs. Vira Reynolds of Des Moines and Mrs. Muriel Galvin of Knoxville as guests.
Jesus Ramos Martinez, 19, of 1115 Twelfth Avenue SE, Tuesday pled not guilty to an assault charge connected to a knifing affray at the Brown Derby tavern.
Attorney Randall and company union clash over who arbitrates what. They seek a method to appoint a U S conciliator while dispute over which matters fall under arbitration stalls progress. Union and company push for a written submission agreement to lock in section 8 applicability amid city council discussions.
Washington. The House labor committee postponed consideration of a bill authorizing federal court injunctions against the nationwide telephone strike set for April 7. Chairman Hartley of New Jersey said the 24 hour delay gives members time to read the measure.
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