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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 11, 1936

Page

2

Landon Drafts First Three Talks For East Campaign

Governor Alfred M. Landon will open his eastern campaign with three major speeches on federal finances public education and governmental efficiency. He plans Aug 22 in West Middlesex Pa Aug 24 at Chautauqua N Y and Aug 26 in Buffalo to stress efficiency. He will travel by train making numerous appearances from the rear car while in Colorado Nebraska Iowa Illinois and Ohio.

Topeka Kan INS Alfred M. Landon West Middlesex Chautauqua N. Y Buffalo Himelf Estes Park Colo Denver Colorado Mountains Landon Union Pacific Omaha Chicago and North Western Chicago Pennsylvania Colorado Nebraska Iowa Illinois Ohio KFNF Shenandoah London Roosevelt Lemke New York State Indiana

Iowa August 1 corn condition by district and county

District No 6 leads with 59 percent, followed by district No 3 at 54 percent. Counties Cedar 70 Clinton 67 Jones 64 Linn 63 Jackson 62 Benton 55 Scott 54 Muscatine 52 Johnson 48 Iowa 47. District 5 Tama 58. Delaware 64 Winneshiek 59 Allamakee 58 Chickasaw 58 Bremer 55 Clayton 54 Howard 53 Buchanan 48 Dubuque 47 Black Hawk 47 Fayette 46. State average 37 percent versus 10-year 83.1 percent. figures prepared by Leslie M. Carl.

Leslie M. Carl Des Moines Iowa Cedar Clinton Jones Linn Jackson Benton Scott Muscatine Johnson Tama County Delaware Winneshiek Allamakee Chickasaw Bremer Clayton Howard Buchanan Dubuque Black Hawk Fayette

Fulton Market Collapses, Alma Mater to Al Smith

The 66 year old Fulton fish market on Manhattan's east side collapsed into the East River during early Tuesday, injuring a Brooklyn night watchman, while 12 people escaped. Al Smith, who once worked there, called the market his alma mater and Cardinal Hayes was among locals connected to it.

New York Fulton Manhattan Lower East Side Alfred E. Smith George Clark Brooklyn South Street Smith Patrick Cardinal Hayes Brooklyn Bridge

Brothers Avenge Death Of Sister In Dallas Ga

Sheriff said Harry Howe accused of April 26 shotgun killing of his wife was slain by two brothers on the way from jail to the courthouse. Brothers Worth and Pinson Brown were arrested.

Dallas, Ga Frank Couch Harry Howe Worth Pinson Brown

U S reports mixed signals as recovery shows progress

Washington reports indicate improving business on several fronts despite a lingering slump. Unemployment remains high and the national debt grows, with a July 1 to early fiscal-year deficit of 143 million. Forecasters expect farm income to rise in 1936 and a corn crop near record lows may raise prices for drought areas.

Washington Commerce Department Federal Reserve Board Labor Department Department of Commerce Federal Home Loan Board United States

Bonus Bond Payments Discontinued After Aug 15 at Cedar Rapids

Payment for adjusted service bonds will stop at the Cedar Rapids post office after close of business Saturday Aug 15 under orders issued Tuesday. The local office has issued 807 650 in Treasury checks for adjusted service bonds surrendered by veterans since June 16 and will continue to certify bonds presented. After Saturday the bonds will be forwarded to Des Moines where the sole paying office in Iowa will be located.

Cedar Rapids United States Treasury Des Moines Iowa

distant descendant of Napoleon era scientist dies in Minnesota camp

Robert Place, 60, grandson of Marquis de la Place, died of heart disease in a Shakopee federal transient camp after his decorating businesses failed. He once owned shops in New York Milwaukee and Des Moines. A bronze Napoleon medal once linked to his grandfather was noted but not confirmed in his possession. His sister Lillian Place of New York requested the body.

Shakopee, Minn Robert Place Napoleon Bonaparte New York Milwaukee Des Moines Place Shakopee Pierre Simon de la Place Napoleon Bonaparte Lillian Place

Radio traced to Des Moines shipment in Iowa court case

A man named Donald Weaver 27 of North Manchester Indiana was held for investigation after a radio found with him led deputies to a Des Moines shipment. The radio, allegedly stolen from a Des Moines shipment July 25, was traced to an Oskaloosa store run by Harold Morgan. Morgan reported a missing radio from the shipment and checked the stock. Weaver claimed he bought the set at a Sigourney carnival.

Donald Weaver North Manchester Ind Harold Morgan Dick Payn Weaver Des Moines Payn Morgan Sigourney

Will of Bert Busby Admitted To Probate

The will of Bert C. Busby 82 Linn county longtime supervisor died July 29 admitted to probate in district court. Executors named are George E. Busby and Dorothy Hussey. Provisions split one fifth to George and Dorothy with rest to grandchildren and other heirs. A second probate for Frank Henry Siechert also admitted with beneficiaries listed.

Bert C. Busby Linn County George E. Busby Savanna Ill Dorothy Hussey Maywood Busby Mary Morrison Thompson Dorothy Morrison Dykehausen Cedar Rapids David Klink Kathryn Klink Marion Charles E. Busby Cora May Busby George S. Busby Waterloo Frank Henry Siechert William Siechert Walter Siechert Frank Siechert Vera Fuller Arno Fuller

Lawsuit names Columbia Casualty and insurer as parties

A legal action lists the Columbia Casualty Company and the insurer as named parties. The document identifies the involved parties and the action filed, signaling dispute proceedings and potential claims.

Divorces Sought By Chapman and Lauderback Couples

Ruby Chapman seeks a divorce from Merle Chapman in district court on cruelty grounds and requests custody of a daughter. Fay Lauderback files for divorce from Arthur Lauderback alleging a prior felony conviction in October 1935. The Chapmans married December 23 1933 and the Lauderbacks married in Missouri in April 1934.

Ruby Chapman Merle Chapman Fay Lauderback Arthur Lauderback

Hog believed shot dead at Keutny farm near Frontier Park

County officials think a 350-pound hog that died Sunday night at the Frank Keutny farm south of Frontier Park was shot. The animal was found wounded late Sunday afternoon, and Deputy Sheriff Dick Payn spoke of neck wounds appearing to be from bullets.

Frank Keutny Frontier Park Dick Payn

Jansa Pleads Not Guilty in Fairfax Assault Charge

Joe Jansa of Fairfax faced district court Tuesday before Judge A B Clark pled not guilty to assault with intent to commit murder. He is accused of severely beating Ignatz Kremendy and threatening his life Saturday night bond was set at $1500.

Joe Jansa Fairfax A. B. Clark Jansa Ignatz Kremendy

Perpetual Savings and Loan Seeks District Court Action

The Perpetual Savings and Loan company files in district court seeking action. The filing outlines a financial dispute involving loan terms and recovery of funds, with the institution asserting its rights under applicable lending regulations and contract provisions.

Perpetual Savings and Loan Company District Court

Motorist Fined On Charge He Kissed Wife While Driving

Norman Horowitz 30 of New York City pleaded guilty to violating road rules after his car swerved while he kissed his wife as they traveled toward Worcester Massachusetts. He was fined $5 and costs totaling $10.40 by Judge Frank McMahon in Westport town court.

Westport

Grand Jury Names Two Japanese In Farnsworth Case

Two Japanese, Yosiyuki Sumiya and Okira Yamaki, were named in a grand jury indictment accusing them of conspiring with former naval officer John S Farnsworth to obtain valuable navy department information. They were not named in the presentment, presumed to have diplomatic immunity or be beyond jurisdiction. The indictment is seen as a potential precedent in espionage cases.

Washington INS United States John S. Farnsworth Navy Department Yosiyuki Sumiya Okira Yamaki

City Briefs And Personals

There will be no rehearsal of the boys band this evening. The Woman's Labor bureau No 17 will meet Thursday at 730pm at the labor temple. Firemen responded to a false alarm at 1895 Ellis boulevard NW. About 100 Sinclair playground children toured the Hutchinson ice cream plant Monday. Fire company No 6 put out a grass fire at 2309 Mount Vernon avenue SE Tuesday morning. Lumir Trachta 31 of 1870 Wenng road NE suffered a deep gash in his left hand while cutting a tree near his home and was taken to Mercy hospital. Mr and Mrs Jack Davis 1540 First avenue E left Tuesday for Mendota Mo to attend the funeral of Mr Davis father who died Sunday. The condition of Mrs John A Wooden 97 Second avenue SE who underwent a major operation Sunday at St Luke's hospital was reported Tuesday as improving. The Rev Galen T Lehman pastor of the Church of the Brethren will be guest pastor at the First Baptist church Wednesday at 730pm. The regular meeting of the Walther league of Trinity Lutheran church will be held Thursday at 745pm in the assembly hall of the church. Ed Simek 212 Sixteenth avenue SW was fined 25 dollars and costs in police court Tuesday when he pled guilty to intoxication and disturbing the peace.

Lumir Trachta Wenng Road Mercy Hospital John A. Wooden Second Avenue SE St. Luke’s Hospital Ed Simek Sixteenth Avenue SW

Petty Harboring Charge Dropped After Dog Sent Away

Proceedings against Joe Pettit of 1020 Eleventh Street NW for harboring a vicious animal were dropped after he agreed to send his dog to the country. Mr and Mrs Robert Leith of 1218 J Street SW returned from a three weeks Alaska trip via Vancouver with stops in Denver Seattle and the Royal Gorge. Col M H Taulby of Des Moines commanding officer of Iowa district United States army recruiting visited Cedar Rapids to inspect the recruiting office led by Sergt William Melton in the federal building.

Joe Pettit Eleventh Street Robert Leith J Street Alaska Vancouver Denver Seattle The Royal Gorge M. H. Taulby Des Moines Iowa United States Army Cedar Rapids William Melton Federal Building

Ed Reed Fined For Intoxication Fails To Leave City

Ed Reed who faced a $100 fine and costs in police court on July 27 for intoxication and disturbing the peace by fighting had the fine suspended on condition that he depart the city. He was arrested in Greene's square Monday and sent to the county jail to serve thirty days for not leaving as ordered.

Ed Reed Greene’s Square

Clinton Mayor Reports Car Thefts Stolen Buick

Clinton mayor Howes reported a 1930 Buick coupe stolen early Tuesday. Local police were asked to be on the lookout for the vehicle which had been repainted black and carries license 23 7468.

Clinton Howes

Stocking Clinic At Martin's Department Store

Miss Elaine Tripp conducts a stocking clinic at Martin's this week. She explains causes of runs in hose and prescribes hosiery types for different occasions.

Martin’s Department Store Elaine Tripp Miss Tripp

Forest fires blamed on locomotive sparks

About nine percent of forest fires are attributed to locomotive sparks, a finding noted by officials.

Siebke and Taylor Move to Luberger Location

Siebke and Taylor, Cedar Rapids oldest jewelry firm, will move from 215 Third Street SE to the west half of the ground floor at 221 Second Avenue SE, taking place early September. The space will be remodeled with a new front and modern interior. A removal sale was announced.

Siebke and Taylor Cedar Rapids Third Street SE Luberger Furniture Company Second Avenue SE Liebke and Taylor First Avenue E

Bicycle collision injures boy in city alley

Steve Santos aged 12 of 1410 Third Street SE suffered a cut right hand when his bicycle struck an automobile driven by H. L. Jones of 316 First Avenue W on Monday afternoon as Jones was exiting an alley onto Third Street between Fourth and Fifth avenues.

Steve Santos Third Street H. L. Jones First Avenue Jones Fourth Fifth Avenues

Compensation Award Granted to Driver’s Widow

Judge H C Ring in district court awarded Luella Smith widow of Earl Smith six dollars weekly for 300 weeks starting May 22 1935 under a workmen compensation finding after a hearing before Deputy Industrial Commissioner Ralph Young. Earl Smith was injured May 16 1935 while driving a wagon for Krebs Dairy Foods Inc and died six days later.

H. C. Ring Luella Smith Earl Smith Ralph Young Krebs Dairy Foods, Inc Smith Krebs

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