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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1941
Page
8
Mary Manners counsels that unjustified jealousy harms relationships and urges a mother to grant her daughter agency. A 19 year old seeks romance while honoring family guidance, asking if a visiting army suitor should meet the mother. the columnist urges fairness and open discussion to avoid bitterness and loss.
A terse note urges patience and welcomes return, indicating he will be home soon and the wait will be worthwhile for those awaiting him. The tone implies reassurance to a reader anxious about parental disapproval and anticipated reunion.
Berlin reports Chancellor Hitler extending the six month term for women in the corn labor service and calling 20 000 more women to duty. The female labor service is to rise from about 130 000 to 150 000 members and work in government and defense offices hospitals and social institutions for destitute families with many children.
Helsinki reports Russian northern forces have been especially active in the past 24 hours but says all attacks have been repelled. Finnish operations were still developing accordance with a planning effort.
Solemn memorial services were noted Saturday for J W T Mason United Press war analyst. The services observed in Torio encompassed a formal tribute to his career and contributions in coverage during wartime.
London couple Mr and Mrs Henry Bertram announce the engagement of their youngest daughter Irma to the Reverend Mr sermon. The Rev Mr Laabs serves as a missionary in Canada and the couple plan to reside in Kayville.
In Uvalde Texas former vice president John Nance Garner says American common horse sense will pull the nation through wary times including the threat of war with Japan and Germany. He notes public opinion will influence entry into conflict and stresses focus on the future.
Senator George of Georgia said a barter system could let trade continue with Japan if it halts aggression. He noted U S steps were moving toward severing trade relations but hoped Japan might stop its course, despite aviation fuel shipments being cut.
London AP reports Free French communique cites De Gaullist calls for proof of conspiracies as Okio demands over Indo China, amid tensions and wartime diplomacy.
Dispatches from Helsinki say the Finnish government charged Britain began a blockade of Finland as early as June 14 before the Russo-Finnish conflict escalated. The report notes Britain’s tactics were criticized by Finnish officials as a prewar pressure tactic.
A first folio of Audubon's Birds of America fetched 11700 dollars at a 1939 American book auction, marking a notable sale in rare Americana collecting.
The Office of Price Administration issued a hard-edged order directing the rayon industry to begin immediate allocation to silk mills. The edict risks 175,000 silk workers losing employment as the industry retools. Federal officials see strong demand in defense industries and expect retraining programs to help workers transition.
Announcement records the engagement and approaching marriage of Miss Margaret Yavorsky and Charles Huston Kingsolver as of August 9, noting the couple’s forthcoming nuptials.
Sir Ronald Campbell arrives in New York en route to Washington to relieve Halifax, who is taking a leave of absence. The move places Campbell as the newly appointed British minister in a key diplomatic mission.
Miss Velma ee of Vernon and Wendell T. Creath will marry at 8 p.m. in the home of her parents on August 9. Miss ee holds a bachelor of school music from Cornell College and studied at Northwestern University. She has taught in public schools and vocal music in Jeffer schools. Mr. Creath, son of Mr and Mrs Thomas Creath, is an Iowa Wesleyan College graduate with a theology degree from Boston University. He was ordained in the Massachusetts Methodist conference in May and the couple will reside where they will establish their home.
New York AP reports a 2 cent per gallon gas price increase and government delivery priorities across the Atlantic states from Florida to Maine. The measures, aimed to take effect before cold weather arrives, are agreed in principle and will affect virtually every resident.
A new chemical from sweet clover delays blood clotting and may aid in treating disorders such as thrombosis. The finding was announced in Mayo Clinic proceedings in Rochester Minnesota and could influence cures for clots in the heart and lungs.
Food friendly summer costumes highlighted by a dirndl dress and crocheted mitts for casual outdoor picnics. The feature offers pattern ideas and sewing tips for year round wear with playful, practical details.
The East Coast will see a Sunday night gasoline blackout from p.m. to 7 a.m. as stations from West Virginia to the Atlantic close to conserve fuel under a government oil agreement. Unions plan to contest the move amid fears of bootlegging and fuel shortages for residents escaping heat in New York and surrounding areas.
City Briefs report Townsend club No 1 will meet at 7 30 p m Monday in the superior court room of Memorial William A Blum at 1559 Fifth Avenue SE. Dixon Ii was notified by the death of his sister Mrs L A Barlow who died Saturday afternoon. Sunday school begins at 9 1
Michael A. Kanellis of 129 Twentieth Street NE is now stationed at March Field California after completing graduation.
Mrs. H A Nelson went home to St. Louis Friday night after a 10 day stay with her sister Mrs F A Brookhiser at 398 Forest Drive SE. Brookhiser recently had surgery and is convalescing at home.
Dr Meno Spann professor of German at the University of Iowa will speak on Germanys Position in the Present International Situation at the Rotary Club luncheon Monday at the Roosevelt Hotel in Iowa City.
H F Sundberg traffic manager will feature at the program next Thursday noon at the traffic men Frank D rd Cedar Rapids unit will represent Arderian Temple No 34 at the twenty fifth biennial Dramatic Order Knights of Khor assan convention August 11 to 15 in Roanoke Virginia. One hundred twenty five cities in the United States and Canada are to take part in the initiation ceremony during the convention.
Pvt. Robert E. Ward son of Mr and Mrs M C Ward of 224 Sixth Avenue SW has been selected to attend the radio operators school at Fort Knox Kentucky with the 46th Signal Company part of the 3rd Armored Division.
Detroit Lakes Minnesota AP reports farmer Bernard Wendt aged 56 drove his old model car 100000 miles without incident. He then drove a new 1941 model 100 feet when a crash injured five others and the car salesman. Wendt spoke from a hospital bed saying things happened awfully fast.
Margaret A Whitmore daughter of Mr and Mrs C A Saseeets married in the Chapel of Jefferson Barracks Missouri last evening The ceremony was performed by J and Mrs B C Swanson of Jefferson Barracks The bride attended Washington high school St Vincent's academy in Kentucky and Rapids Business College The couple will reside at Cedar Rapids Iowa 308 Twenty first street NE
Berlin dispatch reports Bolivian citizens seized amid rumors of plots against President Enrique Penaranda's administration. The incident ties to a broader Nazi crackdown on foreign nationals and political opponents in occupied Europe.
DENVER INS Medical exam mental cases in the nation’s armed forces prove costlier to the government than in World War I when two billion dollars was spent due to mal adjustments. Dr. Douglas G Gamenal of the University of California medical school warns. Dr Campbell said at least one sixth of young men summoned for army service are exempted for mal adjustment and the figure likely higher.
In Middlebourne West Virginia a six year old boy named Sammy Swan revived a dog named Rowdy found exhausted in a rain barrel. Mrs Swan tipped the barrel and Sammy applied first aid to the animal saving its life.
Richard Martin Weselck, 16, confessed to slaying Mrs. J., a 57-year-old farm wife in Woodstock Illinois. He is to be examined by a psychiatrist to determine mental condition and competency for trial.
Prids and Si Ss advertise a three day river voyage with fares from $5.00 to $10.50. Trips depart from Clinten and Ar Clin with multiple schedules and meals included. Reservations advised through Straka Travel Bureau with local agent contact.
Senator Smith of S. C. argues the senate committee aims to fix a minimum price for farmer products and protect farmers with a minimum floor. Some senators contend the measure includes a 110 percent parity ceiling for farm commodities, tying prices to the pre war 1910 14 levels.
Rome dispatch reports the July 31 issue of the Italian Fascista confiscated for an article by Farinacci urging General Ugo Cavallero to reorganize the army. The statement praised reforms to remove mobilization deficiencies, noting old men and fathers serving while youths socialize in cafes and beaches.
Washington AP reports Harriet Elliott urges households to conserve power by keeping radios on only while listening and to turn off lights and appliances as the national supply tightens.
In Mount Kiscco New York socialite Will Mary Goodman known as the Swing King plans to wed soon after finalizing her divorce. The statement reflects her intent to marry as soon as she is free.
The University of Iowa begins a three week independent study term Monday, the final unit before the fall term starts Thursday. Summer convocation ceremonies honored 518 students Friday night and freshman week activities are set to begin September 22 as part of the 1941-42 program.
Miss Marigrace Cawley daughter of Mr and Mrs L E Cawley Ottumwa will marry Roland W Neal son of Mr and Mrs C E Neal Springville this afternoon at 3 30 in St Patrick’s church Ottumwa A reception follows at Gertees Co tumna Miss Cawley a St Marys Notre Dame graduate while Mr Neal attended Cornell Mount Vernon and Iowa State colleges Guests include Mr and Mrs J Ray ner Harper Willard Neal and Polly Percival also attending with ushers Donald Goodyear and J Edward Love Best man will be Willard Neal and Polly Percival noted as her only attendant
Iowa City council appointed William J. Smith 26 to succeed Glenn R. Bowen as police judge. Bowen left for army service. Smith, a University of Iowa law school graduate, had worked in the AAA Davenport legal department. The appointment is effective immediately. Bowen is also a University of Iowa graduate and holds a second lieutenant’s commission.
In Hardin Illinois Angel Prince and his family on a river houseboat faced tragedy when Marian ten fell into swift Illinois River currents. A dog swam to the girl and dragged her to safety while Angel Prince perished from a heart attack after the struggle and screams.
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