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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 03, 1938

Page

3

Delhi area and surrounding towns report varied notices

A digest of social mentions from Delhi Hazleton and Washington includes Miss Theo Doolittle of New Orleans visiting relatives in Delhi with her niece Miss Janet Doolittle of Des Moines, plus family gatherings in Hazleton and Rowley. Other items note weddings, reunions, nursing care, and local civic updates across Grinnell Washington and surrounding towns.

Delhi Theo Doolittle New Orleans Fred Doolittle Janet Doolittle Des Moines Henry Vesey, Jr Covington Charles Palmer Chicago Sarah Clough Hazleton Jess Weed Martin Anna Chesmore Shellsburg Hattie Moran Doris George Hayden Otto Martin Senilla Esther John Winthrop Irving Waterloo Sam Swenka James Gareth Arthur Lone Tree Perry Roberts Kathryn Cedar Rapids Arthur Swenka Emon Greene Hawkeye June Allen George Thomp Fairbank Dungey Betty Johnston Alene ‘Dungey Hazeldel Dungey Rowley Winnifred Wheeler Edward Albright Assembly of God Vinton L. H. Wheeler Anna Wheeler Junior Kline New York Iowa Strawberry Point Backbone State Park Jack Fliehler Don Tinker Claire Collins Wilfred Tracy John O’brien Edgar Jahr Elmer Borcherding Maxine Hebron Alice Ivory Marion Dutton Gene Goodman Julia Fredrick Dubuque Ervin Sfranger Oelwein Jay Becker Manchester Grinnelli Mariella ‘Abel B. A. Abel LeRoy Harding Oskaloosa W. B Wilson Burdette F. ‘Abel Washington, D. C Thayerator Company Washington Marjorie Chalupa Mirst George Chalupa Elliott McKinistry John McKinistry Emilie McKinistry Hayter Christian Church Vernon H. Carter Margaret Chaupa Robert McKinistry Mechanicsville Frank Edward Eichelberger Chicago and North Western Railroad Cumberland County Robert Becky Eichelberger

Bo McMillin Takes Lead in All-Star Coach Vote

Indiana coach Bo McMillin surged to the top in the balloting to select the college All-Star staff for the game against Washington at Soldier Field on August 31. McMillin led with 2,432,809 points, edging Notre Dame’s Elmer Layden and Michigan’s Harry Kipke as voting continued through Saturday night.

Chicago Indiana A. N Bo) McMillin Washington Redskins Soldier Field McMillin Elmer Layden Notre Dame Harry Kipke Michigan Raymond Ducky) Pond Yale A. J. Robertson Bradley Tech Peoria Lynn Waldorf Northwestern Stub Allison California Bob Zuppke Illinois Northwestern University

Iowa Hawkeyes Prepare for UCLA Opener With Psychology Push

University of Iowa athletic trainer Bill Frey uses psychology ahead of the season opener against UCLA. He sent prospective players brochures titled beauties of Southern California and the Grand Canyon, with a visit to Grand Canyon on the return trip. Spectacles note referenced from era.

TOWA_ CITY Bill Frey University of Iowa Frey California Grand Canyon Hawkeyes

Fragmentary remark on parental aging and blame

A reader quotes a child reflecting on a mother's worry and aging. The speaker shifts responsibility toward time, expressing that guilt feels misplaced and self-accusatory.

Harry Ferguson Named United Press Sports Editor

Harry Ferguson was appointed sports editor of the United Press, succeeding Stuart Cameron who resigned to join Steve Hannagan associates. A ten year UP veteran, Ferguson has covered major sports and political events, including Hauptmann’s execution, Kentucky Derby, two World Series, and two national political conventions. He was born in Kansas City and is a University of Missouri graduate.

New York Harry Ferguson United Press Stuart Cameron Steve Hannagan Ferguson Bruno Hauptmann Trenton Washington Kansas City University of Missouri New Orleans Item-Tribune Miami Herald Philadelphia Public Ledger

C M T C Boxing And Wrestling Finals In Des Moines

Fort Des Moines hosts the C M T C boxing and wrestling finals Wednesday at 7 PM. Six boxing bouts and five wrestling matches on the program feature fighters from Cedar Rapids, Maynard M. McKinty, Albia, Kirksville, Frankford, Iowa City, Dubuque, Ft. Dodge, Centerville and other locales.

Des Moines Fort Des Moines Cedar Rapids Hicle Maynard M. McKinty Sweet Spring R. Padgett Jameson F. Pinkeffeld E. Holdridge Waterloo D. Casteel Dubuques M. Conzett Dubuque G. Inkwersen Clinton D. Cumminus Ft. Dodger Dodge Ft. Dodge J Rhodes C Joss Cedar Rauids W. Joiner Centerville

Upset Tuesday in Junior Tennis Tourney

In Culver Indiana Dan Canale of Memphis upset sixth seed Larry Dee from San Francisco in three sets 6-1 2-6 6-3. Welby Van Horn the top seed from Los Angeles beat Deacon Parsons in three sets 2-6 6-3 6-4. Dick Hainline of Rock Island defeated Joe Carney of Des Moines 6-3 6-8 6-0.

Culver Ind Larry Dee San Francisco Dan Canale Canale Memphis Tenn Deacon Parsons Huntington W. Va Welby van Horn Los Angeles Dick Hainline Rock Island Joe Carney Des Moines

Sammy Baugh Signs For 3 Years With Redskins

Washington owner George Marshall announced a three year contract for Sammy Baugh with the Washington Redskins calling it the largest in professional football history. Marshall said the deal is exclusive to Baugh and would end his baseball career as the team expected him to outsling the Whizzer White.

Washington INS Sammy” Baugh Washington Redskins George Marshall Redskins Baugh White Colorado Pittsburgh Pirates

Vacation Hazards: Overexertion and Sunburn Warnings

Health guidance warns that overexertion during vacations is a common risk for sedentary adults as they switch to strenuous activities. The piece advises gradual training, daily walking or exercises, and avoiding unaccustomed effort. It also cautions against sunburn, recommending limited sun exposure and use of artificial tan products to prevent painful burns.

Hindu fakir walks over blazing coal in New York stunt

Kuda Bux known as the man with X ray eyes walked barefoot across a two foot deep trench of blazing charcoal two sections long beside Radio City. Doctors tested his feet before and after and found no burns or blisters despite the scorching path. He claimed the feat was faith alone and challenged rival exposer Joseph Dunninger who declined.

New York INS Kuda Bux India Radio City Kuda Joseph C. Dunninger Harry Houdini Bux Dunninger John Tl, Rice Lyman J. Spire Flower Hospital Midway England America

Schedule Advice for Sun Exposure Safety

The text outlines a day plan with forenoon and afternoon minutes and warns that sun exposure can burn sensitive skin. It notes that white skin may burn sooner and advises seeking shade or ending exposure when flushing begins to prevent painful burn.

Questions and Answers on Weight and Waist Size

Reading from a column, Mrs Mort answers queries about weight stability over five years yet increased waist measurement and shrinking clothes. The expert advises resumed daily activity and considers iodine intake. requests a three cent stamped envelope for further information from The Last Brady Symphony.

How to Treat a Running Ear and Breathing Booklets

A reader describes ongoing ear irritation and asks for pamphlets on Melly Breathing and how to breathe. Advised to keep ears ventilated, drop warm boric acid solution in the ear nightly, and request pamphlets by sending a coin and stamped envelope to Dr Brady at The Gazette.

We The Beautifying Dream of Smart Women Sold Everywhere

A Mercorized beauty product marketed to stylish women is widely available at cosmetic counters. The campaign touts modern formulations and grows shelf presence in department stores.

Umpire Geisel to Leave Hospital in Day or Two

St Louis AP Harry Geisel an American League umpire remains in hospital with a slight brain concussion a fractured left wrist and bruises from colliding with Browns catcher Billy Sullivan after Sullivan tried to score from second on Oral Hildebrand's single in Tuesdays Browns Senators game The injury occurred in the second inning and Geisel was carried from the field unconscious Dr Robert F Hyland said discharge would likely be in a day or two.

ST. Louis Harry Geisel Billy Sullivan St. Louis Browns Robert F. Hyland Geisel Senators Sullivan Oral Hildebrand

Major League Leaders in National and American Leagues

The Associated Press lists top league performers. National League leaders include Lombardi batting .357 and Ott with 79 RBIs, McCormick 132 hits, and Goodman 26 homers. Pitcher Blanton 81 wins. American League leads include Foxx batting .359 and Greenbergs 83 RBIs, Heath 11 triples, Greenberg 37 homers, Lewin 124 hits, and Alien 19 2 record.

Associated Press Lombardi Cincinnati Ott New York McCormick Martin Philadelphia Mize St. Louis Goodman basea—Scharein Hack Chicago Blanton Pittsburch Foxx Boston Greenbergs Detroit Lewis Washington Cronin Heath Cleveland Greenberg Werber Creil Lewin Lary Alien

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