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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1941
Page
3
A free public concert at the Cedar Rapids venue features soloists Mrs. James and Taylor with Ohman and Linists scheduled as violinists. The event begins at 8 15 pm in the Coliseum.
S. E. Templeton aged 25 of 3400 First Avenues was fined $25 and costs with $15 of the fine suspended after a hearing before Justice H. R. Churchill.
Mr and Mrs Ed Schmott of Marion welcomed a son at St Luke’s hospital on April 22. Mercy hospital reports similar birth notice for another couple.
Paul Miner of 1553 O avenue NE fined $10 and court costs for speeding. He must pay costs and surrender his driver's license for 30 days.
A report notes a marriage on June 26 1939 in Wapello and mentions tiff costs related to a household furnishings dispute over a ring.
City council and firemen clash over a proposal to move to three eight hour shifts. Officials warned a four mill levy may fall short after year three, but council members cited the need for a reserve to honor city checks in emergencies. No decision reached, pledges for an early vote.
In the House of Commons Churchill refused calls for a general debate on the war and for detailed statements by him or Foreign Secretary Eden. He repeated the Tripoli attack narrative, cited Greece news gaps and troop movements, and defended Britain’s stance toward Franco as Spain loan controversy loomed, with Wedgwood pressing for a debate on a 2.5 million loan to Spain.
At least three more days will be needed for testimony in the hearing before the National Labor Relations Board on the complaint filed by the International Union of Operating Engineers charging mis conduct by Light Co attorneys. On the stand Monday were F. C. Chambers general manager of the utility, Charlies J. Herbeck chief engineer, and Lyle Neisslie.
A new medical discovery offers a harmless preparation that relieves stomach ulcer pains almost immediately by reducing excess acid. The ad guarantees satisfaction or money back and notes availability at May’s Drug Store and Ford Hopkins Drug Store plus others.
The article outlines a Treasury proposal to tax all or part of income from government bonds. It suggests raising the basic income tax to 6.6 percent and repealing the earned income credit. A single filer with $1,000 earned income could pay $13.20, and a childless married couple with similar income would face higher taxes under the new surtax schedule. Details were sparse as some committee members withheld specifics. Rep. Treadway urged Morgenthau be summoned to publicize the plan.
An American military air observer Col Gerald Brower died in an airplane accident near El Obeid 250 miles southwest of Khartoum while attached to the royal air force in the Middle East. The report notes he was the first U S military observer casualty in the European war and that details were to be reported to the war department.
Civilians and soldiers battled widespread small fires across 11 eastern States as drought persists. Officials said most large outbreaks were checked but timber and property losses could continue for the duration of the dry spell.
First round pairings for the city badminton tournament are listed with match times at the YMCA and YWCA venues. Players include Gail Moeller, Clarence Brockman, John Hecker, Jack Miller, Betty Hopton, Ruth Zieke, Serbousek, Olga, Katherine Morrison, Mary Jennines, Rose Sally Henry, Robert Moody, Christine Vivien Buser, Rita Richards, Helen Hickman, Ruth Purdr, George Doroth Svee, Eileen Breckman, Praircis Richards Hollenbeck, Gael Stealioe, and others.
More than 300 representatives from 11 Iowa Scout councils will meet at the Roosevelt hotel for a regional conference. Arthur A. Schuck of New York City will speak at the evening banquet, with tours of local sites, exhibitions, and six round tables planned for delegates. Women’s session co chaired by Cedar Rapids residents, with Luncheon by Kiwanis and Rabbi Freund to give invocation.
Professor Paul S. Ray of Coe College led Olin Downes to Ames for a meeting. Downes then travelled to Iowa City to appear as soloist with the University of Iowa Symphony Orchestra in a Wednesday concert performing MacDowell Piano Concerto in A minor Opus 1.
William E. P. Felker, 74, a guard at the Anamosa men's reformatory for 30 years, died Monday at relatives' home near Shellsburg. His widow survives. Felker had recently retired. funeral arrangements are pending.
Public debut of The Christmas, a 30 minute Cedar Rapids post office film, shown to Canopus club at Roosevelt hotel. Postmaster Frank dwin narrates peak Christmas mail volume with 240060 items and 86 truckloads dispatched, noting improved parcel flow and hopes for public viewing.
Manila reports a large U S force arrival as the transport Republic from Fort Mason California lands over 2000 soldiers including coast artillery air corps and infantry detachments. It marks the first call at Manila in nine years and the largest American contingent ever to land in the Philippines.
Washington AP Acting Chairman Reynolds said the army may ask Congress to extend selectees terms and keep trained men in camps beyond a year. Senator Johnson proposed a $100 monthly overseas bonus for service members in land or naval forces, in addition to regular pay.
Albert Jackson formerly of 3128 Waveland Drive NW pled not guilty before Judge H C Ring to a charge of driving while intoxicated. He was granted a continuance after an affidavit said he was too ill to stand trial following a loss of control on Highway No 30 near Mount Vernon.
C S George files in district court against William A Tipp seeking a 150 judgment based on a promissory note signed in October 1909 The suit hinges on the ten year statute of limitations being halted by Tipp's 25 years non residence in Iowa The petition also seeks attachment against Tipp property held in trust by County Treasurer Frank F Bates in Iowa City.
Joseph A. Pisarik, 31, of 77 Sixteenth Avenue SW, pled guilty to bootlegging and received a one year prison sentence from Judge H. C. Ring after withdrawing a prior not guilty plea entered March 27. His companion, Donald Craft, was described as a former tavern proprietor facing liquor nuisance charges.
Judge H. C. Ring issues injunction against Lester Michael Kane to avoid wife Carol Maria Kane and bars entry to their home at 105 Tenth Street NE. Carol Kane alleges cruel and inhuman treatment in the divorce action filed that morning. Also, Helen F. Swore sues Earl A. Swore for divorce filed Monday, asking custody of their two children.
A $200 judgment is awarded against H. I. Baldwin 24 of Chicago after he had been fined $300 for drunk driving by Judge J. E. Heiserman and jailed 90 days for nonpayment. Baldwin's collision damaged Forrest’s two cars and an attachment against Baldwin's vehicle is granted.
Gordon Grovier aged 23 of Ottumwa was jailed on charges of desertion and abandonment of a minor child. He had been sought since April 17 on an information filed by County Attorney W. W. Crissman and was brought back Monday night by Deputy Sheriff Harlan Snyder. His wife Doris Grovier of 214 Second Avenue Southwest said he deserted the family and their three children.
Glenn McGowan is the plaintiff in an action with prejudice before Judge H C Ring. McGowan's status and case closure details appear in the court record.
A claim rests on an automobile accident that occurred last January 1. The source notes the date and vehicle incident as the basis for the claim.
Japanese troops announced to have captured the great Chinese city of Foochow, capital of Fu kien province, about 350 miles south of Shanghai, with the seizure reported Tuesday in Tokio.
Sanitary Dairies adds Stillicious to a dairy chocolate drink containing 500 international units of vitamin Bl per quart, enough for two daily needs. The piece cites Dr. Jolliffe and Dr. Cowgill on vitamin Bl sources and the risk of deficiency, noting milling destroys the vitamin in many foods.
Selby reports optimism after talks in Washington and other cities on defense plant expansion in Iowa. Federal officials discussed locating a small arms facility here or nearby with an estimated 12 000 to 15 000 workers, about 6 000 women, and roughly 3 000 acres of land.
Bruce Bucknell son of Mr and Mrs R E Bucknell of 13000 Avenue NE will receive the Quartermaster rank the highest in Sea Scouts at the senior Scout prom in 1934 and in the same year attain Ordinary Sea Scout rank He is first mate of Sea Scout ship 90 with H Walter Taylor Bucknell owns a puppet theater with 65 characters and loaned his show to a traveling puppet company for a national tour
Yugoslav informants say 137 air force planes landed safely in Russia, with crews planning to proceed to Greece to aid the Allies. Most landings reportedly occurred at Kiev with Russia's full consent.
Athens radio quoted by Zurich reported two Yugoslav submarines escaped from Kattaro harbor and breached Italian mine fields in the Straits of Otranto to join the British Greek fleet in the eastern Mediterranean. Yugoslavia began World War II with six submarines.
Washington officials said Roosevelt may ask Congress to abolish the council of national defense and transfer its powers to the President’s executive offices. The six cabinet members created under a 1916 act have never functioned as a body under current administration. The move aligns with broader government reorganization plans being prepared for Congress next month.
Funeral services for Sherman T. Freeman of 1304 First Avenue, who died Sunday night, will be held at 2 Wednesday in Moen chapel, conducted by H. McDonald. Burial will be in Palo Cemetery. Friends may call at the chapel.
London AP report says U S ambassador John G. Winant told the American Chamber of Commerce that aid to Britain will come by decisive action not mere words He emphasized unity of purpose between Britain and the United States amid war and Nazi aggression and the need for firm steps to support Allied efforts
Haircuts 25c at Hanna Barbers 322 2nd Ave. Cedar Rapids lodge No 1141 I O F meets 8 p.m. Tuesday at Odd Fellows hall. Cedar Rapids Navy Club meets 8 p.m. Wednesday at Montrose hotel. Mizpah lodge A F and A M to do second degree at 7 30 p.m. Wednesday in Masonic hall.
The notice sets a 2:00 p.m. deadline on Thursday for players to submit their cards. It directs participants to have all required documents ready and present for the session.
Robert H. Taylor son of Mr and Mrs Ervin O Taylor is identified as an infantry member at Fort Leavenworth Kansas in an army honor notice dated this week.
The auxiliary to the bus drivers union No. 638 will meet Wednesday at 2 pm at the home of president Mrs. Leo Walrath 3106 E Avenue NE. All wives of members are invited to attend.
The condition of 11 year old Fred Hahn, son of Mr and Mrs Carl Hahn of Middle Amana, who underwent an appendectomy at Mercy hospital Saturday, is reported as improving.
Parks Commissioner Ed Stefan wins city council approval to trade a used Ford pickup to Rude Auto for a new model and pay the $640 difference. The move modernizes parks fleet and shifts a subset of costs to a private supplier.
The Rapids Chamber executive secretary will address the Young Men's Bureau Thursday evening on "What Young Men Need for Business." The dinner meeting starts at 6 15 p m in the Chamber Commerce building.
Max Burke executive secretary of the Grinnell Institute of Inter-Relations will address a small guest group at 6 15 this evening after dinner at the Commonwealth. Rev Grant F Anderson pastor of the First Baptist church will introduce him in an adjoining room.
J A Mochal of 1119 Maplewood Ave NE in Cedar Rapids district is ordered to active duty with the Third Infantry at Fort Sulake Neb effective May 5.
Tonight at 8 15 the Cedar Rap seum hosts a free concert with solo violinists Mrs James Taylor and Miss Ohman. The program is open to the public.
The Rev S J Lane spoke on A Life of Victory at the Church of God in Laverue and Eighth NW. Rev W J Trimble led prayer. Clifford Gieger and an evangelist sang, plus a children's chorus performed. Meetings run nightly at 7 30 except Saturday with chorus practice preceding prayer and service.
Dr Harold Chalfant internal commander of Foursquare ders will speak at 7 30 p m Saturday at a mass rally in the tabernacle 609 First avenue SW Iowa Foursquare churches. He will show colored motion pictures from a recent South America trip. Dr and Mrs Howard P Courtney of Urbana Ill Great Lakes district superintendents will speak at 10 a m Saturday while Rev Mr and Mrs Grover Owens preside at the 2 p m afternoon session.
Allied troops resist German pushes in eastern Greece as three armored divisions press toward Lamia and Thermopylae. British and Greek forces fall back with a curfew in Athens and reports detail mounting casualties, evacuations, and the collapsing Greek defense amid a possible final Greek stand.
The list notes draftees departing Wednesday and April 3. Names include Lynn G. Differding and Charles C. Hagerman of Marion, Richard F. Ferreter of Marion, Laverne W. Rose Cedar Rapids, Glenn Miller Marion, Howard B. Bockhaus Mount Vernon, Vernon Clark Marion, Eldon D. Johnson Mount Vernon, Willard Walton Center Point, Robert Robbins LaPorte City, Darwin Oliphant Toddville, and William D. Luerkens Mount Vernon.
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