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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1969
Page
8
Washington report describes a Senate Commerce subcommittee drafting a national consumer warranty law. It would require repair or replacement for faulty products, establish a federal consumer counsel, and create industry wide ombudsmen to arbitrate disputes, with a two year minimum guarantee and optional broader warranties.
Vicki Ann McDowell, an 18 year old from Pe ru, won the Miss Wool of Iowa title at the State fair. First runner up was Gay Roberta Emerson of Des Moines, a University of Iowa student. McDowell will compete in Miss Wool of America in San Angelo Texas next June. Tens of thousands visited the fair despite heat and humidity.
Thirty five golfers played on Sunday with prizes awarded to Mrs. Gilbert Knott and Richard Jenkins. Don Gibbs made a birdie and Tom Jennings carded a solid approach. Host couples were Mr. and Mrs. George Villers and Mr. and Mrs. Clare Klinger hosted at 3619 Elmwood Court NE. The two-ball foursome and guest day is set for Sunday at 3 with a potluck supper at Mohawk pavilion to follow. Reservations are through clubhouse signups or by calling Mrs. Mike Macek, Mrs. Howard Slife, or Mrs. Richard Jenkins.
Miss Teri Collins daughter of Mr and Mrs C D Collins received a miscellaneous shower at Ely Legion hall Sunday afternoon hosted by Sister Terese Pisarik and Miss Kathy Pisarik. About 125 guests included Mrs Donald Mangrich Miss Joyce Meloy and several friends. Miss Collins is the Sept 1 bride elect of Dr Francis Pisarik son of Mr and Mrs Raphael Pisarik of Mt Vernon.
Miss Nancy Kellams wed Richard W. Luse at First United Methodist Church Marion with the Rev Kellams and Rev Sprankle officiating. A noon reception for 26 followed at the bride’s home. The bride wore a blue knit suit and orchids. Luse is stationed at Groton Connecticut. they will reside in New London after Sept 1. Louise Lis to study in Luxembourg then return to Mt Mercy College for second semester.
A Kennedy high school fashion show previewed acceptable and unacceptable student outfits for Cedar Rapids schools. Faculty from Killian’s Armstrong Craemer’s and J C Penney observed trends and cautions, stressing modesty foundations like pantyhose and body sweaters, with pantsuits and kilts discussed as options.
The Gazette corrects the shower invitation for Miss Kathy Knapp to be at 2300 Hillcrest Drive SE at 10 Tuesday, hosted by Mrs. Marshall Hardesty.
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