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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 13, 1946

Page

2

Ayrshire and Holstein Tops Picked at C R Ayrshire Show

High quality entries and close class splits marked dairy cattle judging in Columbia Missouri and Holstein judging in Newton. Howie Lang and Sons of Brooklyn captured junior and senior Ayrshire female honors with a 3 year old senior crowned grand champion. Rehder cows from Gladbrook claimed Holstein top honors with the 2 year old and a Maytag calf as reserve.

Rex Conn Ayrlumbia Howie Lang Gladbrook Maytag Newton Herman Rehder Weaver Witwer Marion Alfred M. Paper Stockton

Weather and Local Offenses from Daily Record

Weather forecast for the state calls for partly cloudy skies and a chance of scattered thundershowers midweek with winds 10 to 15 mph and a temperature range from the low 60s to mid 70s. The page records multiple traffic and public-order fines including drunkenness disturbing the peace speeding and failure to yield with named offenders and addresses listed. Divorces and petitions noted for several couples.

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Disturbing the Peace and Birth Notices at Local Homes

Disturbing the peace charge filed against George Willits, 24, of 830 Third Street NW, with jail in effect. Births announced at multiple churches and towns: Aug. 12 at Mercy with Mr. and Mrs. How ard Tremain of 860 A Avenue NE, a daughter. Marion with Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Tornquist, a daughter. St. Luke's with Mr. and Mrs. Robert Bowman of Lisbon, a daughter. London with Mr. and Mrs. Harry Gehris, a son. Central City with Mr. and Mrs. Harry Proctor, a daughter. 1929 J Street SW with Mr. and Mrs. Parlee Waddell, a daughter. Marshalltown with Mr. and Mrs. Rudolph Sova, Jr., Toledo, a son Aug. 4. Sova’s in-laws are Mr. and Mrs. Louis Baker of Bowling Street SW. Sova is son of Mr. and Mrs Rudolph Soca of Thirty-first Street NE.

Mercy Howard Tremain Avenue Edwin Tornquist Marion St. Luke’s Robert Bowman Lisbon Harry Gehris London Harry Proctor Central City Parlee Waddell J Street Marshalltown Rudolph Sova, Jr Toledo

Golden jubilee convention opens for National Rural Letter Carriers

DES MOINES AP The golden jubilee convention of the National Rural Letter Carriers association opened with representatives from every state. more than 2 000 letters and members of the auxiliary planned to attend sessions through Thursday. Mayor J MacVicar spoke on auto access and roads. Gov. Robert D. Blue praised carrier contact with people. Bourke B. Hickenlooper noted expected recommendations for improved rural mail service.

Des Moines National Rural Letter Carriers Association Maine California J MacVicar Iowa Robert D. Blue Bourke B. Hickenlooper Senate

Action Delayed On Iowa U Land Sale To Veterans Administration

The Iowa state executive council postponed again a decision on selling about 16 acres near University hospital on the University of Iowa campus for 133000 to the Veterans Administration. The plan, to fund a 500 bed medical surgical facility costing about 4 million dollars, hinges on a stipulation allowing the state first option to re acquire the hospital if later declared just.

Des Moines Board of Education University of Iowa Veterans Administration Dave Dancer University Hospital

OPA Returns with Store Survey in Linn County

The Linn county price control office announces an educational survey of all Linn county grocery stores to remind grocers of on the job price control. Articles must be marked or priced on shelves. tie-in sales are violations and will be referred for enforcement. future surveys will be termed compliance checks.

Linn County Price Control Office Linn County A. T. Pleune OPA Pleune Enforcement Division Price Control Office

Deaths of Lee Andrew Kell longtime Milwaukee Road operator

Lee Andrew Kell 60 telegraph operator for the Milwaukee road for 40 years died in a Cedar Rapids hospital at 6 12 a m Tuesday He lived nine years in Atkins born September 28 1883 in Andalusia Dr married Loretto Foarde December 30 1919 at Stone City Survived by wife two daughters three sons two sisters and one brother Kell chaired the DeWitt school board for ten years and was a member of the American War Dads Services were to be held in Turner chapel at a time to be announced with floral and visitation details available at the chapel.

Lee Andrew Kell Milwaukee Road Atkins Cedar Rapids Andalusia Loretto’ Foarde Stone City Issaquah Wash R. A. Williams Newhall Robert C Calamus William D Olin Joseph W. L. Eddy A. A. Danielson Milan Ill Leonard Kell St. Paul Minn Kell

Mrs John Hoag Dead. Funeral in Toddville

Mrs John Hoag 69 longtime Toddville Center Point resident died in a Cedar Rapids hospital at 5 45 p m Monday Born DeWitt Sept 1 1876 she was survived by her husband four children twelve grandchildren and a sister Funeral services will be held at the Free Methodist church Toddville at 10 a m Thursday Burial will be in Elmwood Cemetery DeWitt Friends may call Beatty chapel until 8 30 a m Thursday

John Hoag Toddville Center Point Cedar Rapids DeWitt John Raymond Hoag Calamus M. R. Booze Russell E. McBurney James R. Hoag Ida Waterbury Free Methodist Church Elmwood Cemetery Beatty Chapel

Services for Edward Oliver Wright

Services for Edward Oliver Wright will be conducted in the Barta-Hesser chapel by Rev. Zdenek F. Pauk pastor of Hus a Presbyterian church on Wednesday. Burial will be in Bo hemian National cemetery. Friends may call at the chapel.

Edward Oliver Wright Twenty-third Avenue Zdenek F. Pauk Hus A Presbyterian Church Bohemian National Cemetery

Baby Sandra Stoecker Buried After Private Service

The nine day old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Stoecker of Center Point was taken from Beatty Chapel to Evergreen Cemetery in Vinton for private graveside services at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday.

Sandra Kay Stoecker Bernard Stoecker Route One Center Point Beatty Chapel Evergreen Ceme Vinton

Services for J. H. Tyler in Beatty Chapel Wednesday

Services for J. H. Tyler of 2016 iL Street SW will be conducted at 4 p.m. Wednesday in Beatty chapel by the Rev. D. M. Cassidy. Burial will be in Linwood cemetery. Friends may call at the chapel.

J. H. Tyler Il Street SW Beatty Chapel D. M. Cassidy Linwood Cemetery

McKean Named Director of Iowa State College Annex

Prof J P Mc Kean of the Iowa State college general engineering staff is named director of the college Camp on Tuesday. Ww i Meamenier, assistant to Dean H V Gaskill, will assist as associate director. The annex opens Sept 25 with about 800 male students to live and study there.

Ames J. P. McKean Iowa State College I Meamenier H. V. Gaskill Campo Annex

Husband and Wife Fined on Drunkenness Charges

Mrs Byron Harding and Merle Burton were arrested around 10:35 p.m. Monday after a disturbance in which shouts and tearing occurred. Both were charged with drunkenness and each fined $10 plus costs in court.

Byron Harding

Grand Case Still Hot in Des Moines Probe

Chief of Detectives Paul Castelline began a personal probe of the Grand case on orders from Safety Commissioner Walter Massey after Mrs. Dorothy Roth, a 26 year old Des Moines divorcee and mother, alleged improper advances by Municipal Judge Harry B. Grand in his downtown office. Acting Chief Floyd Hartzer and Detectives Harold Traffley and Robert O'Brien attended a Monday night meeting. Massey warned of a possible crackdown and said some people would answer for their actions as uncertainties surface.

Des Moines INS Paul Castelline Walter Ee “Tam Seeeencene Dorothy Roth Harry B. Grand Massey Floyd Hartzer Harold Traffley Robert O’brien

Price Decontrol Hearings Switch To Meat Problem

Washington hearings on price decontrol shifted to meat and livestock. The American Meat Institute warned against restoring ceilings, saying it could invite a black market and slow next year’s production. railroad unions argued wage implications but favored decontrol if others follow.

Washington Price Decontrol Board American Meat Institute Institute

Smith to command 133rd regiment units in northern Iowa

Cedar Rapids contractor Catiton Smith, returning from World War II service, will command 2,996 men in northern Iowa with 20 units under his control. He previously led a tank destroyer battalion in Europe and served as a tank destroyer adviser for the Fourth Army. The 133rd regimental commander will tour the district to interview officers and reactivate units as changes in organization require. Governor Blue announced six appointments to General Fountain's staff.

Cedar Rapids Camp Claiborne Smith Fourth Army Europe Catiton Smith Iowa Gov Blue Fountain

Court voids 30 day termination notice in lease dispute

Judge G K Thompson ruled that Vernon and Mrs Vernon Thompson may continue occupying the third floor apartment at 1602 Washington Ave SE rented from Mr and Mrs W Howard Moyer for 50 dollars a month since March 1. The Moyers had filed an ouster case last week but the court dismissed it, finding no proof of lease violations or tenant damage from repainting and cleaning. The 30 day termination notice was invalidated by recent OPA law, under which the court is bound to rule.

G. K. Thompson Vernon L. Thompson Washington Avenue SE W. Howard Moyer Moyers Washington Avenue Thompson Thompsons United States Congress

Mother Seeks Writ of Custody for Son

Mrs. Betty Janes seeks a writ of habeas corpus in a suit filed Monday for her son Donald Gurley Jr. 3, against Mrs. Betty Wilson of Cedar Rapids who has custody. Janes alleges mis apprehension and asks custody be returned, claiming the child has a good home with Wilson and that Gurley pays $10 weekly for care. Gurley says Janes left the child with Wilson when she went to California after the divorce. Janes is in Cedar Rapids.

Betty Janes Donald Gurley, Jr Betty Wilson Cedar Rapids Janes Donald Gurley Third Avenue

Three Suits Dismissed In Court by Plaintiffs

Three damage suits and a collection case were dropped Tuesday at the plaintiffs’ request. Mabel Anutt withdrew her Cedar Rapids damage claim of 13 434 80 rooted in a 1944 winter intersection fall at Third Street and Fifth Avenue SE. Edna Burt now Mrs John Bower withdrew a 2 237 96 highway injury suit against John Blaul Sons Co. A collection case by Saudel A chews pot u aga Mr and Mrs Charles Orrs for 125 to recoup 1941 1942 indebtedness from a Conway home rental at 612 Fifth Avenue SE was also dismissed.

Laintiffs Mabel Alnutt Cedar Rapids Third Street Fifth Avenue SE Edna Burt Elkader John Bower

Seeks Court Help to Enforce Rent Agreement

John E. Young sues Mrs. McBurney asking a Cedar Rapids court to enforce an oral rental pact. He alleges agreement on July 12 to rent 2410 E avenue NE, Cedar Rapids, for one year starting Aug. 15 at 100 dollars monthly, with first month paid.

Baton Burney E Avenue NE John E. Young McBurney Young Waterloo and Greentop Cedar

Woman Refuses to Rent After Price Administration Decree

A woman who previously rented premises now refuses to continue after the Office of Price Administration involvement. She cites government action as the cause for withholding rental.

Office of Price Administration

Two New Firms File Corporation Articles

Articles of incorporation were filed Monday for the Janda Manufacturing company and for Ray L. Lawlor, Inc. Joe F. Janda serves as president and treasurer, Florence A. Janda as vice-president and secretary, both at 2503 Have Avenue SE. Authorized capital stock is $50,000. The second company plans to invest and adjust claims for casualty fire and marine losses and conduct private insurance officers Ray L. Lawlor president and secretary treasurer, Cedar Rapids.

Janda Manufacturing Company Ray L. Lawlor, Inc Joe F. Janda Florence A. Janda Avenue SE Aigag Ray L. Lawlor Dent Og See A. Oere Cedar Rapids

Air Conditioning Training Sues Clark For 19850

Youngstown Ohio based Air Conditioning Training company files suit against John H. Clark 624 Fifteenth Avenue SW seeking 198.50 as unpaid balance for a training course contracted May 16 1945. The total course cost is listed as 234.50.

John H. Clark Fifteenth Avenue SW Youngstown Ohio Clark

Pioneers Pageant at Daniels Park Centen nial

The Pioneers pageant will be staged at Daniels Park today at 7 30 p m with 150 children from 12 Cedar Rapids playgrounds. The event honors Iowa's 100 years of statehood as the playground and recreation commission marks the observance. Pierre A Tracy directs story telling and dramatics. Moose lodge all girl drum and bugle corps will entertain before the pageant. Winners will be recognized in a short ceremony with trophies for McKinley and Daniels playgrounds. A 15 minute program of community singing precedes the pageant.

Daniels Park Cedar Rapids Playground and Recreation Commission Iowa John N. Nichols Pierre A. Tracy Moose Lodge A. T. Pleune Playground Commission McKinley Playground Daniels Playground

Thieves Break into Sheftie's Boathouse

Ed Sheftic reported a break in at his boathouse on 1889 Ellis Boulevard NW on Monday night. Entry was gained through a window and the burglars forced the office door lock and opened a cabinet but took nothing.

Sheftie Ellis Boulevard Ed Sheftic Sheftic

Navy Mothers Club Memorial Service Planned at Island Plaza

The Navy Mothers Club of Cedar Rapids announces a Victory Day memorial service at Municipal Island Plaza on Wednesday at 10 a.m. Commander Mrs. M. P. Mally invites Marine Mothers WAC Mothers Legion VFW auxiliaries DAR members and all interested to attend. Harold Ward of Hanford Legion post will speak and Stanley Davis will sing a solo.

Municipal Island Plaza M. P. Mally Cedar Rapids Navy Mothers Club WAC Legion Navy Mallard Harold Ward Hanford Legion Post Appee Stanley Davis

These Men Had a Big Time Police Report Says

George Willits and Arthur Woods were fined 25 dollars and costs in police court after pleading guilty to drunkenness and disturbing the peace. Patrolmen O Neill and Kuba reported they caused property damage on Third avenue including a damaged headlight, broken bulbs, a damaged bench, and a knocked street sign after an incident Monday night.

George Willits Third Street Arthur Lee Woods C Avenue NE Frank O’neill John Kuba Third Avenue George O. O’brien Blake Terrace SE Sixth Street

OPA Boosts Retail Prices of Crackers

Des Moines reports that the Iowa district OPA authorized ceiling price increases on crackers and soda up to 15 percent. The new ceiling took effect at 12:01 a.m. Tuesday, replacing all prior price lists due to higher costs of flour and shortening. Wholesale crackers had risen a week earlier per the national OPA office.

Des Moines INS Iowa OPA Scholes

False teeth use among Romans noted in records

The article recalls that Romans commonly wore false teeth, indicating dental prosthetics were familiar in ancient daily life. It discusses materials used and social contexts for dental restoration.

Molotov Attacks West Allies Over Italian Peace

Paris report states Foreign Minister Molotov accused the United States and Great Britain of seeking a monopoly in the Mediterranean at Italy and France's expense. He implied Western powers aim to economic enslavement and criticized De Gasperi's peace plea while warning against Trieste manipulation. Byrnes closed debate on the Italian treaty as others spoke.

Paris Molotov Russia United States Great Britain Mediterranean France Italy de Gasperi Britain Soctien Trieste Adriatic Byrnes Blantengueta Lorenzo Taezaz Romania AB Pag Ory Permsal George Tatalrescu United Nations

Hanford Post to Handle Terminal Leave Payments

Hanford Post No. 5 will process terminal leave payments for Cedar Rapids area veterans under the recent act. Commander Jim Scolaro will oversee form distribution, with Postmaster Frank Baldwin aiding transfer to Legion officials for full processing. Ralph Mock plans a dedicated crew to manage the forms and Cedar Rapids facilities to speed completion. the service is available to all eligible veterans regardless of Legion membership.

Cedar Rapids Gar Harry S. Truman Hanford Post Jim Scolaro Washington, D Frank Baldwin Legion 1 Baldwin Cedar Scolaro Ralph Mock Mock Sam Cohen American Legion

Maney Praises Federal Drug Administration

Dr. Paul Maney of Barlow Maney laboratories Cedar Rapids la lauded the FDA at a Canopus luncheon in the Roosevelt hotel. He praised its vigilance against drug racketeering and noted wartime miracles and ongoing research including streptomycin and penicillin now produced in ample quantities in the United States.

Federal Food and Drug Administration Paul Maney Barlow- Maney Laboratories Cedar Rapids Canopus Roosevelt Hotel Maney Food and Drug Administration United States America England

Girl Absolves Former C R Man as Murderer

Ingrid Larsen, fiance of a man shot last Thursday, could not identify a suspect. Charles Whalen, 21, formerly of Cedar Rapids, was held for investigation in Morton Grove, Illinois, with no charges filed. Larsen remains hospitalized with a thigh wound while police pursue the case.

Chicago Ingrid Janice Larsen Charles “Tex” Whalen Cedar Rapids St. Kase Hospital Ill

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Ayrshire C.R Lang Heifer Myron Richard Sears Robert Overhall Waverly John Droste Donald Parker Grinnell Howard Sears Herbert Wilharm Sumner Droste Holstein Taylor C. H. Miller Clarion Cow Donald Rehder Witwer Miller W. R. Knapp Dunkerton Gingerich Yo‘der Wellman Cow Mar E. M. Wright Waterloo H. Miller and Son L. E. Loveland Janesville LeRoy Miller Clarion Loveland Hansen and Merner Cedar Falls Bash Donald Nelson Rehder Alfred M.per Bush Hilda Taylor Delta Chamion Hansen Merner da Taylor J. P. Rasmussen Maynard Yoder Don Rehder Gs G. Scott Mt. Pleasant Miller and Son Henry County F. C. Hansen Mayteg Daily Record Myron Harding Sixteenth Avenue SE George Ray Hatfield Ninth Street Alma Navy Howard Tisher Second Street K. L. Gibson Iowa City Ralph R. Michael Fortieth Street Jack Little E Avenue WW Harold G. Rohwedder Glin John E. Bales Mark Myers Sixth Avenue SE Ted A. Noval Fifth Avenue Robert Swalley Hilegal M. D. Morrison Dean Powers H. J. Wayne Allen Tiffin Vernon T O. J. Johnon G. N. Harless C Avenue Earl McLorn K Avenue G. R. High Forest Drive James Johnston A Avenue Fred Fisher, Jr First Avenue Ina Huntley Charles Sheriff Eva Banff Paul , Jacque Monticello Delores Ann Yossi Marie M. Hodges Robert M. Hodges Donna May Tritle Ivan Engle Tritle Lucille Roberts Howard Roberts Marguerite Athe Smith Albert Lee Smith Justice Court Eave County W. R John E. Lapes John Bturner & Son Lee A. Kell R. R. Telegrapher Stoecker Services Tyler Services McKean State College A. E. Lyon Railway Labor Executives Association Lyon Jimmie James Hawkeye Downs Saou Jimmie Vern Thompsons Daniels Federal Drug Administration C.R. Man Lewis J. Zinz Lewis Clarence Beatty Third Avenue SE Monahan Mortuary F. J. Monahan Wm. J. Stewart Mouton Lambs
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