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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1935
Page
15
A dense church directory lists locations and service times for News and to Churches Assembly of God First United Lutheran and Catholic parishes. It includes Rev. Bell and Rev. Judson ministers, Mass schedules, Sunday schools, and midweek prayer meetings across multiple streets and avenues, with auxiliary notes on speakers and league meetings.
Sunday services held at 11 a.m in the church at 1242 Second Avenue with the sermon on Love. Sunday school at 9:45 a.m. Wednesday testimonial meeting at 8 p.m. Reading room open daily except Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 518 Paramount Theater Building.
Christian church on First-840 Third Avenue SE hosts a 9:45 a.m. church school session, a 10:45 a.m. worship with communion, and a sermon titled The Joy of Salvation. Loyalty Christian Endeavor gathers at 5:30 p.m. and a 7 p.m. Bible class follows. Vacation services run until September at Second-Third Avenue and Sixth Street SW. The Rev. I E Linkletter will lead Unified services at 0:30 a.m. and is due back from vacation to occupy the pulpit.
The notice lists multiple churches with service times and ministers. Church of the Brethren on Fourth Avenue at Twelfth Street SE led by Rev Galen T Lehman with Bible school 9 45 am Morning worship 11 am and evening drama A Charity Conscience. Grace Church of Our Lady of Greer at Ave A and Sixth St, matins and holy communion 7 30 am, choral mass 10 am, evensong after late mass, Rev Father Dew Bettain. Foursquare Gospel Tabernacle on Fightesnth Avenue at Shor ost, Sunday services 9 45 am and 7 pm, midweek gatherings. Free Methodist on G Avenue led by Rev Guy with Sunday school 4 pm, preaching 7 45 pm, Y P M S 7 pm. Interdenominational Church on Fifth Avenue at Third Street SW led by A J Stokes with morning worship 11, Sunday school 2 pm, old-fashioned gospel preaching 7 30 pm, prayer meeting Thursday 7 30 pm. Lutheran Trinity on First Avenue and Fourteenth Street SW Rev P L Bornhoeft with English service 8 30 am, sermon What Prompts the Christian to Pray, Sunday school 9 30.
A dense listing of church locations and service times across multiple congregations. It names ministers such as Rev Harold E Mayo Rev A W Henke Rev Homer A Crumb Rev A A Brooks Rev E J Wykle Rev Robert Little Rev W A Montgomery Rev Joseph Bren Rev J Renwick McCullough Rev E Winslow Brown Rev Samuel Ramaxer and Rev Frank Werch, with details on Sunday school times worship hours unity services and special programs.
Patchy notice lists Sunday school at 10 am and 7 pm meetings at various locations. Mentions names like Uptegrove and H M as well as streets including 12 Th rd street NE and 1030 Sc erth street. Events occur Tuesday Thursday and Friday with unspecified times.
The R Fru K Ward group announces a series of weekly Bible classes and services at 121-124 Second Street NE. Morning classes start at 9 15 am with Sunday school at 3 pm. weekly prayer meetings occur Monday 2 pm and Thursday 7 30 pm. Various youth and children classes are scheduled across the week with officers and teachers assigned.
The United Brethren church at First Fourth Avenue and Seventh Street SE hosts worship every Sunday with a 1 PM service, vacation choir special music, and weekly sermons by the pastor. Church school begins at 9:45 AM, and Christian Endeavor meets at 6:30 PM.
The United Presbyterian Church at First Third avenue and Second street SW lists Bible school at 9:45 a.m. Morning worship at 11, Y P C U at 6:30 p.m. Union evening worship at 7:30 in the Second Christian church with a guest sermon by the pastor on Ethiopia Lifts Up Her Hands Unto God.
The Unity Center at 728 Fourth Avenue SE led by Rev. Goldie C. Richardson lists a Sunday school at 9 30 am morning worship at 11 am and an evening lecture at 8 pm on the topic Greater Things Than These Shall We Do Christ's Ministry class Wednesday 2 30 pm Lessons in Truth Wednesday 8 pm and a Prosperity lecture Friday 8 pm.
The Rev. Reuben FE Karban pastor of the First Presbyterian church of Clinton Iowa will occupy the pulpit at Westminster Presbyterian on Sunday Aug 4 during the absence of Rev J Renwick McCullough His sermon theme is Thinking With or For God His wife Marguerite Risser Cedar Rapids will sing the offertory solo How Lovely Are Thy Dwellings by Liddle The Karbans are Coe College alumni class of 1925 and 1927 He studied at the Presbyterian Theological Seminary Chicago earning a BD in 1930 with further graduate work in 1932 and 1933 He previously served as assistant pastor in the Second and Third Presbyterian churches in Chicago and directed the young people's work
Dr A W Henke superintendent of Cedar Rapids Methodist district will speak at Trinity Methodist church Sunday morning at 9 30 Mrs Lulu Engelman Welty will be guest organist and Miss Vivian Shakespeare will sing How Beautiful Upon The Mountains by Harker
Advert shows pattern 2174 for a versatile party frock in sizes 12 through 40. It highlights quick, easy sewing, various fabrics, and a satin option, with illustrated step by step instructions. Includes price details and order address for Cedar Rapids Gazette Pattern Department.
Berlin reports indicate the Prussian interior minister and Dr. Paul Joseph Goebbels moved to silence foreign journalism by banning the Swiss newspaper Thurzauer Zeitung indefinitely. A proposed seven point criminal code aimed to punish undermining the Nazi party, with death in some cases. About 30,000 demonstrated in Munich including Nazi police, while Jewish firms withdrew protests. 30 former Marxists were arrested.
A two character drama The Aftermath written by Judge and Mrs Summers of St Louis Mo will be presented three times Sunday at Cedar Rapids churches The 11 a m showing at Second Christian Church the 2 30 p m at United Brethren and the 8 p m at St Pauls Methodist The play features a conference between a drink emporium owner and a liquor control board secretary The Summers portray all roles and the public is invited to attend
Mr and Mrs Charles G Hyman celebrated their golden wedding anniversary at their Hawkeye home with six children present. A noon family dinner and afternoon reception followed. He was born in Illinois in 1857 and she in Germany in 1846. They married August 2, 1885 in Banks township Fayette County. The couple, long residents of Banks and Bethel townships, have lived in Hawkeye 18 years and remain active in good health. Their six children are Mrs Gerry Stapel Louis and George Hyman Mrs Herman Schultz Mrs Stella Granneman and Mrs Leo Willman. 17 grandchildren and one great grandchild. A brother Will Hyman attended the wedding.
Washington AP reports the farm administration aims to speed farm hog program payments by reducing suspensions. Officials say 1934 set records with under 3 percent of over a million contracts suspended, and they expect to cut suspended contracts by more than two thirds this year. Early contracts show 1.5 to 2 percent suspended as state boards review typical issues before submission.
A Soviet air expedition seeks a nonstop New York to San Francisco crossing via Archangel and the White Sea with 72 hours of fuel to gather polar weather data and spark regular Moscow to San Francisco service. Rescue teams line Arctic coasts as 70 planes await emergencies. The U.S.S.R. 25 carries a portable radio and a 950 horsepower motor amid plans by Great Northern Sea Route.
A charity conscience drama titled A Charity Conscience will be presented at Church of the Brethren on Fourth avenue at Twelfth street SE on Sunday at 7 30 p m The play draws on I Corinthians chapter 13 The cast includes Conscience Ellen Johnson Helen Burgess Kathleen Lehman Marion Burgess Marilyn Fresh water Margaret Grant Marcia Prather Anna Ford Frances Pete fish Genevieve Murry Ruth Long Miss Clark Virginia Ritchie and Katy Dora Gray.
New York AP report: Justice Meier Steinbrink orders seven month old Robert Kenneth Miller and his sister Delores to be raised Catholic, ruling the Catholic marriage first performed governs their religious future. The court consulted both priest and rabbi who had officiated. Miller, a truck driver, and his wife had two ceremonies.
A strong earthquake shock was recorded in Calcutta at 635 am on Saturday. The epicenter was about 1400 miles away and the tremor prompted fears of a major disaster, possibly in northern India.
Mrs Barry widow of lumberman dies after longtime service in church and clubs. She aided her husband in lumbermen’s handbooks published across the United States and Canada, now in their eighth edition led by Owen Barry. Survived by four sons, a daughter, a brother, a half brother, a stepsister, and nine grandchildren. Funeral 4 p.m. Monday at Turner's chapel with burial in Oak Hill cemetery.
Washington report says Senate leaders backing the administration utility death sentence intend to stand firm in the fight with the House in the three weeks deadlock. President Roosevelt hopes for a satisfactory bill this session while conferees show willingness to compromise on some points. Senator Burton Wheeler reiterates support for the death sentence but hints the Senate conferees may accept the House ban on Benjamin Cohen for future talks.
DETROIT AP Three women and a man among a rioting mob of about 300 housewives protesting high meat prices were arrested after police charged into the crowd. They were released Saturday as fellow strikers stormed a police station for two hours demanding their return.
Five gunmen armed with machine guns and sawed off shotguns held up the Lake Geneva hotel about midnight and escaped with 531 dollars. Local police searched the area as owners reported the theft at the fashionable summer resort.
Alumni of Iowa State College in Linn County plan a Sunday picnic at 1 30 p m at the Ellis park duck pond. Mrs C C Kesler Mrs Allan G Thurman and Mrs H E Kensinger oversee arrangements. Outgoing officers are O E Atkinson Claude Krebs Miss Marguerite Herr Wayne Montgomery. Reservations for food are being taken by Mrs Kensinger.
Mrs H D Harrington of Iowa City entertained a miscellaneous bridge shower Friday at her mother Mrs F H Jirsa s home in Sixth Street SW for Miss Bernice Hach bride elect. Miss Hach and Lester Baldwin will wed Aug 17. Prizes went to Mrs Robert Clark and Marion Clark with guests including the Clarks and Mrs F H Jirsa.
At a Vet erans of Foreign Wars auxiliary meeting No 788 two members Angeline Johns and Lucille Howe Miner were voted in and will be initiated in September. An August 10 11 Newton department meeting was announced with a parade at 7 p.m. and a banquet at 8 p.m. on Saturday. Sunday includes a council meeting at 10 30 a.m. a noon dinner and a 2 p.m. school of instruction at the I O O F hall.
Mrs J P Frederikson and her daughter Pauline hosted a Thursday evening event at Dairydale Community hall honoring Miss Florence Holsinger of Marion who will wed Aug 6 to Earl L Frederikson of Cedar Rapids. About 100 guests attended a gift shower and refreshments from a pink and green decorated table.
Mr and Mrs Shirley Huston and Mr and Mrs James Russell hosted a Friday evening bridge party at 1012 Third Avenue SW in compliment to newlyweds Dr and Mrs George Ronan. Guests included Dr and Mrs Ronan, Mr and Mrs Carol Crowell, Mr and Mrs Charles Murphy, Miss Carolyn Weeks and Leo Severa.
Mr and Mrs Charles McHugh and daughter Barbara Jean return to their Rochester Minnesota home after visiting for several days with Mr McHugh s parents Mr and Mrs Dan McHugh and his sister Mrs Herbert O Wood.
In this excerpt about contract bridge the South dealer discusses how a weak hand player can still bid optimistically when he senses his partner’s strength. The note highlights visualizing a partner’s powerful hand to compensate for one’s own deficiencies and the impact on slam bidding under no vulnerability.
North opens near minimum two bid and rebids diamonds before showing heart length. South responds with minimal strength, then bids hearts to pursue a slam. The commentary notes North’s six card suit and South’s diamond preference, with potential finesse and queen discard considerations.
Maude S Cook of Mount Vernon Avenue SE and Paul T Haney of Bellflower California were married Saturday at 10 am by Rev Blaine Hyten in the First Christian church study. Attended by Roy VangScoy and spouse from Cedar Rapids, they left Saturday for Arroyo Grande California where Haney will serve as an educational adviser for a camp.
Mrs. Ethel Parish hosted Thursday afternoon at Daniels park in honor of Mrs. Kenneth Thenhaus. Guests included Miss Mary Nelson, Ethel Thompson, Mary Brown, Hazel Jenkins, Hattie Svalin, Mesdames Albert Thenhaus and daughter Vinda, Louis Thenhaus, Ruth Jenkins, Caroline Baker, Carrie Kyle, Helen Thomas, Irma Lyman, Freda Thom, Bruce Thenhaus, Carol Thenhaus, and Jacqueline Bachman.
Mrs A Drahos of Berkeley California left Saturday afternoon after a week's visit with Mr and Mrs Frank W Barta at 805 Fifth Avenue Southeast.
The Kuhn family reunion is set for Sunday at 12 o'clock noon at the small pavilion in Bever Park. The event invites relatives to gather for a meal and shared memories at the park location.
P F Lantz of Tiffin Ohio and his son John are visiting Mrs O E Lantz at 2803 First Avenue East for several days as they travel toward the west coast.
Mrs Sylvia Peet and her son Julius are spending the weekend in Tri Cities and planned a river excursion during their visit.
Mr and Mrs C F Kuns and daughter Janette with Mary Forrest travel Friday to Spirit Lake for the Kuns reunion and will spend the rest of the week in Spring Valley and Austin Minnesota.
Mr and Mrs C C Manin and daughter Patsy from Wayne Michigan will spend Sunday in Cedar Rapids as guests of Mrs Flora B Brown at 854 First Avenue East. Mrs Manin, formerly Miss Mary Williamson, is a Cedar Rapids native.
The Rev. Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Gent of 1611 Fifth avenue SE and their family are spending a two weeks’ vacation at Camp O' Delhi.
Miss Elsie Tetslaff of 616 Fifth avenue SE will depart Monday for a two week vacation in Waseca Minnesota with her mother and other relatives.
Alvin Davis of Venice California travels to stay with his uncle and aunt Mr and Mrs Sam Davis at the Carlton apartments during a family visit united by kinship and settled plans for the stay.
Thelma Sorenson Mayme Husack and Evelyn Kazebier depart Friday for Hollywood California. They will also visit Yellowstone National Park and Mexico during a multi destination trip.
Friday's Gazette notes Ruth Rydberg's name was omitted from the guest list at a Thursday breakfast hosted by Mrs. E. B. Drew at 2320 Upland Drive SE.
In recess Senate. House considers tax bill amendments. Finance committee heard protests against tax legislation. Ended general debate on tax bill. Interstate commerce committee approved railway pension bill.
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