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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1939
Page
7
A car tied up traffic near 9th Avenue with an alarm at 905 pm Friday. Alma Backman of 923 L Street SW was cited for drunkenness and removed from the scene. Thomas Netkiinder appears in court for related costs and penalties.
Jackie Roger Dorland aged son of Mr and Mrs Orville S Dorland of 1024 Ninth Street SW died in St. Luke's hospital at 3 05 am Saturday. Mr and Mrs Homer L White of 154 Twenty third Street Drive SE welcomed a daughter Aug 18. Mr and Mrs W Anderson of 1029 Third Avenue SE welcomed a daughter Aug 19. Mr and Mrs L A Ehmsen of Coshocton Ohio welcomed a son Dennis Le Roy Aug 18. Mrs Ehmsen was formerly Miss Glenys Schmidt daughter of Mr and Mrs A F Schmidt of 289 Johnson Avenue.
Clarence Betts of Solon and Frances Cejka of Newhall. Robert Barnett and Aca Egger, both of Cedar Rapids. Fred J Lieven of Moline and Anna Mae Walaska of Rock Island. Kenneth Schoner and of Walters, Cedar Rapids area residents.
In Benton Harbor Michigan Downs R Shaffer fined 2 dollars and costs for improper vehicle registration. In Williamsburg Justice H R Churchill and L G Meyers fined 25 dollars and costs plus 5 dollars and costs respectively for overloading a truck and improper brakes in separate Churchill court cases.
Frederick D. Michael 75 died in a Chicago hotel last Dec 28 leaving an estate of 250000 spread across multiple banks. His brother J L Michael of Brooklyn, formerly Cedar Rapids, was not named in the will which favored a Greensboro, NC grandnephew. Michael used several aliases including Daniel Bartok MD Frederick Robert D Bradford and Frederick Dalton.
Dows appointed director of the Cities Service Power and Light Co as the utility seeks to sever control of its properties from a Chicago bank to dodge public utility act provisions. The firm reports about 422 million dollars in assets and serves 2 million customers across 15 states, with Midwest affiliates including Ohio Public Service, Public Service of Colorado, Toledo Edison, Empire District Electric, St. Joseph Light Heat and Power, East Tennessee Light and Power, and Spokane Gas and Fuel.
L. G. Meyer 24 of Williamsburg, driver of a sand truck, was fined 25 dollars and costs for overload and 5 dollars and costs for improper brakes after a Saturday morning collision that hit Ruth Young on 14th Avenue SW and then struck a Cedar Rapids City Lines bus. Young suffered a fractured right leg and arm lacerations and was listed as fairly good at St Luke’s hospital.
Dutch recruits of the class of 1939 were kept under arms beyond their normal training period next month according to a dispatch from Amsterdam to the Exchange Telegraph.
Miss Julia Fredrick of Dubuque married Edgar F Jahr of Rockwell at Emanuel's Lutheran church with Rev Max O Jahr officiating. Lillian Fredrick of Strawberry Point wed Rev Arnold H Jahr of Port Clinton Ohio. Both brides are daughters of the Fredrick and Jahr families. receptions and home plans follow.
Burnell Davis aged 33 of Waterloo pled guilty to leaving the scene of an accident without giving aid name or address. Judge C. J. Haas imposed 60 days in county jail and a $100 fine plus costs after Davis was brought in from Waterloo by Deputy P. J. Whittemore. The crash two miles west of Springville last Sunday involved Davis car and a Dubuque pair injuring four people.
Representatives of Estercad mortuary in Moline Illinois retrieved a seven passenger sedan held since Wednesday at Linn County home northeast of Marion. The owner was traced via license plates and the car was sent back to Moline early this week after a man left it in the yard and did not return.
Incorporation articles for the Linn County Health association of Cedar Rapids, a non profit cooperative, were filed with County Recorder Dempsy Jones. The group aims to provide medical surgical dental and allied services for members and families. Signers dated Aug 15 include S. M Pattee Grafton B Hale J. C. Blodgett M. L. Burkholder and Clarice Jones.
Harold Northrup 23 waived preliminary hearing before Justice H R Churchill Aug 11. Judge C J Haas Saturday dismissed the charge on written request of the complainant Mrs LeRoy Day and on motion by the county attorney.
In a case filed April 11 by Slavia Realty, the complaint seeking fulfillment of an alleged agreement to close business affairs of the late Charles A. J. Marousek was dismissed with prejudice at the plaintiff's costs. Defendants named include Joe Petrus Irene Marousek Mary Jane Marousek Ida Petrus Agnes Novak Georgia Wavro and Frank Marousek.
Winifred Oberthien seeks divorce from Albert Oberthien on cruel and inhuman grounds and asks for title to a car, household goods and alimony. Judge Haas allows distribution claims against Rock Island railroad for Charles Sims estate after a fatal fall. Agnes Watterson case against Ralph Watterson dismissed with prejudice. Caroline E. Bloom named administratrix for Elizabeth L. Zimpfer estate. Caroline Ferris files for divorce from Meredith Ferris for cruel and inhuman treatment. they wed in Cedar Rapids in February 1930.
Hollywood report says Meredith Davis 24 sues Clarence Stroud of the Stroud twins for 50 000 alleging he seduced her with a marriage promise and deserted her upon learning she would become a mother.
Admiral Harry E. Yarnell, veteran diplomat of the Far East, arrives in San Francisco to a hero’s welcome aboard the President Coolidge. He recalls the Panay incident and notes ongoing tensions as he approaches retirement in October. His wife Emily speaks of his pivotal role, and the couple will report to Washington before settling in Newport, Rhode Island.
Miss Evelyn Northcott bride elect of Walter Staves was honored at a linen shower hosted by Mrs. A W Plock and Dorothy Jane Plock at 1915 Blake Boulevard SE. Alpha Xi Delta sisters and sorority friends attended, with garden flower decor and a bridge game themed to flowers.
Rebecca Alexander tent of the Daughters of Union Veterans of the Civil War observed the twenty first anniversary Tuesday evening honoring newly elected officers Mrs Dora V Jeffrey state president and Mrs Ralph D Chord state secretary. Guests included Miss Stella Zimmerman from the Iowa City tent. Mrs Norman Sutliff and Mrs John Taylor presented tokens. A reception and birthday cake with pink and green candles followed.
Miss Frances MacGregor who will wed Willard B Avedovech Sept 9 was honored at a dinner and shower hosted by her sister Mrs N A Potter of Vinton. Asters sweet peas and corsages highlighted placecards while guests included Mary Eleanor Ryan Jane Walters Jane Anderson Dorothy Watland Esther MacGregor David MacGregor Leone Fatka Dorothy Koehn Velma Schloman Kay Weick Margaret Markussen Mary Frances Arduzer and others. Bridge prize went to Miss Waters.
Mr and Mrs H D McNabb of 810 B avenue NE marked their fifty fifth wedding anniversary with a 4 pm dinner at home. Sons Aaron George and Corbin and families attended along with daughters Mrs J A Baer and Mrs Florian Francis from Cedar Rapids and Mrs EF Peterson from Davenport. Additional guests included Mr and J A Hunt of Moline Mrs Grace Lueth of Davenport and Mr and Mrs Carlson York and their daughter.
A Wednesday morning breakfast at Fleming tea room honored Mrs JH Markert formerly Ada Grant. She received a gift as attendees included Miss Elizabeth Russell Louise Van Pelt and Mesdames Elmer Deers F H Freeman Harold Perry Earl Everhart James D Campbell and E A Wenke.
The Birthday Hobby club met at Mrs. Dorothy Miller's home on Wednesday to honor Mrs. Forest Heddinger on her birthday. Members presented a gift and discussed hobbies during the evening.
A surprise birthday gathering was held Tuesday evening at Leonard Modracek's home with gifts and refreshments. Numerous attendees included Adeline Jansa Lumir Stancel Emil Klimes Leona Jansa Jerry Merta Milo Stancel Dorothy Merta Irane Rigel Robert Modracek Darlene Merta Irma Rigel Leo Modracek Melvin Modracek Donald Merta Leonard Jansa Robert Merta Marvin Rigel Milton Horak Darlene Janko Norma Jane Rigel and several Modracek and Janko family members.
Members of the 5S D C club met at Miss Mildred Johnson 129 Sixteenth street NE Wednesday. Attendees included Betty Fitzgerald Mary Hiegel Marian Siepman Bernice Svoboda Mary Strathmann and Eunice Boyle. A slumber party is planned for August 26 at Miss Fitzgeralds home.
Members of the Jolly Neighbors and their families shared a picnic supper at Bever Park on Thursday night. Guests included La Venne Allen Rosie Brock and Harriet O'Brien. The next meeting is slated for September 1 at Katherine Yarbough's home.
Dorothy Mae Hasek daughter of Mrs Mary Hasek married Edward J Krsek son of Mr and Mrs James Krsek of Fairfax in a First United Presbyterian church ceremony attended by about 150 guests. The couple plans a eastward motor trip and will reside on a farm near Norway after March 1.�
Honor hosts Mrs Joe Melsha Mrs Joe Zeleny Mrs Louis Jakubee and Mrs Lester Melichar gave a stork shower Thursday for Mrs Joe Miller at 72 Twenty first Avenue SW. A luncheon followed with games and many attendees including Mesdames Nepras Klima Jungman Svec Bydzovsky Krejci Spilman Baxa Stastny Stastny Stourac Stastny Stastny Kloubec Urban Kovac Klecar Krach Rimrodt Jordan Hansen and Misses Novy Hackett Jordan Klekar Jakoubek Pavlis Klekar Stourac Stastny.
St James Epworth league members and friends enjoyed a hayrack ride Wednesday evening then returned to Miss Jane Nelson’s home where banco was played and refreshments were served. Attendees included Milo Nelson and the Rev T C Collister among many others.
The Navy Mothers club No 32 met in the Glow room of the Gas company for a picnic supper. A student class directed by Lorene England performed Hawaiian music and dancing. Guest of honor was Alma Russell of Des Moines, state commander, reporting on the July national convention in Portland. Delegates elected for October state rally in Ottumwa were Mrs. Fred Archer, Mrs. Howard Wright and Mrs. Emma LaCombe.
Members of the Beacon Light class of the Foursquare church met for a picnic supper in Ellis Park on Wednesday. Present were Mr and Mrs Albert Anderson, the Rev Mr and Mrs Malcolm Hall, Mr and Mrs Gilbert Bell, Mr and Mrs W H Lowry.
Mr. and Mrs. Carl Welch join Mrs. Fred Bahr, Mrs. Louise Shaffer, Naomi Young, Runejean Dakin, Louise and Betty Shaffer and Richard Shaffer for a community event highlighting family ties and local friendships.
Miss Gretchen Roy of 714 First Avenue West returns after two months in the west visiting Zion National Park the San Francisco exposition and friends in Santa Monica Glen Dale and San Jose California.
Mr and Mrs W J Fleming and their daughter Flora of 273 Highland Drive NW returned after a two week motor trip to Washington D C New York City and Niagara Falls. In New York they were guests of Mr and Mrs C J Newcomb of Yonkers formerly of Cedar Rapids.
The Jolly-Ettes gathered Wednesday at Bever Park after a picnic supper. Members present included Ruth Kubik Lorraine Blazek Ellen Samek Alice Niebuhr Ruth Mae Kucera Eleanor Kacer and Lorraine Jones. Lorraine Niebuhr of Clinton attended as a guest. Next meeting will feature a wiener roast at Ellis Park.
Miss Phyllis Wiley and Miss Mardell McGinn hosted a theater party Tuesday evening in honor of Miss Marilynn Thompson turning seventeen. Afterward guests went to the Thompson home for refreshments. Attendees included Pat Vedder Mary Scriven Eddie Person Bob Scriven Jimmy Vedder Leela Peters and Jack Carney.
Mrs. Leo J. Smith hosted the Easy Aces bridge club at her residence on Thursday afternoon. Prizes were awarded to Mrs. W. Phillips, Mrs. T. Kendall, and Mrs. J. Frey.
European capitals react as Nazi troops tighten on Poland and Slovakia while Paris worries over German preparations. Pope Pius XII urges peaceful settlement and Mussolini hosts Hungary's foreign minister for talks on Europe’s crisis.
Ex convict and former prizefighter Kid Roberts admits striking a waitress after a car repair request and claims it was an accident. He fled the scene leaving his car near Fairfield Iowa and later rode freight trains. Detectives linked him to the Miss Waverka case via a car and photo recognition. He served prison terms for extortion and forgery.
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