Cedar Rapids Plans Housing Program Under National Act
Cedar Rapids homeowners can finance roof repairs and modern heating through “character” loans repaid monthly as part of a new housing program discussed at the Chamber of Commerce. A six member committee will study provisions and prepare a tentative plan for a second contractor financier conference.
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Cedar Rapids
Uncle Sam
Chamber of Commerce
Charles D. Manson
National Housing Fact
Leroy C. Perkins
Des Moines
Better ‘Housing Division
National ‘Emergency Council
Chamber of iCom
Payment terms and eligibility for credit under a loan offer
Details outline Willie Willis as signer and borrower with spouse, notes on total charges not exceeding five percent per year per hundred, and allowed repayment options. Qualifications include home and business properties, with payments made at the institution or by mail. Early payoff, multiple payments, delinquency penalties, and collection steps are described. Persistent delinquency prompts collection action.
Salvation Army Leaders Split Over New General Choice
The Salvation Army high council in London split into two opposing blocs after eleven hours of secret talks. Both sides refused to budge, threatening delays in selecting a new general and reader.
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London
INL
High Council of the Salvation Army
Martelle Girl Injured After Auto Hits Herd of Cattle
Ruth Gotsch age 16 of Martelle suffered a skull fracture and head gash when the car carrying her parents collided with cattle on highway 161 near the Carl Lundeen home east of Springville. Three cows and a calf died. she was treated at the Lundeen residence by a Springville physician.
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Springville
Ruth Gotsch
E. C. Gotsch
Martelle
Carl Lundeen
Gotsch
Oliphant
Marion
Lundeen
Retailers Demand Strong Enforcement Of Codes Nationwide
A. L. Raffa of the National Retail Code Authority told the Cedar Rapids Mercantile Bureau that retailers across the country seek vigorous enforcement of wage and hour and labor code provisions. He described a local hearing process before possible federal action and noted bigger merchants show higher compliance while publicity over blue eagle withdrawals deters violations.
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Department of Justice
A. L. Raffa
Washington, D. C
National Retail Code Authority, Inc
Mercantile Bureau
Cedar Rapids
Retail Code Authority
Raffa
National Code Authority Board
Washington
Code Authority
Federal Trade Commission
Jailed Dentist to Finish Office Work Under Special Guard
Dr. F. A. Hautsch a 51 year old dentist confined in the county jail since August 21 on a charge of cheating by false pretenses will complete unfinished dental work at his office under the watch of Special Deputy Sheriff H. W. Hall from 8 a m to 5 30 p m daily. The court order from Judge H. C. Ring follows the county attorney's recommendation. Hautsch is accused of taking money from patients without finishing work. Bond is set at 5000 dollars.
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F. A. Hautsch
H. C. Ring
H. W. Hall
Hautsch
Damita Refuses Confirmation On Engagement Report
London gossip says Lili Damita in London refused to confirm or deny rumors of engagement to Hugo Brassey Australian millionaire rancher. Damita, a Hungarian film star of Hollywood fame, offered no statement on the claim.
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London
INS
Lili Damita
Hollywood
Hugo Brassey
Dickinson Calls AAA Tax Illegal at Illinois Picnic
Senator L. J. Dickinson of Iowa denounced the New Deal and crop allotment plans during an address to Illinois farmers at the Trask Bridge picnic northwest of Rockford. He challenged the constitutionality of the processing tax, calling it a tax on the many for the benefit of a few and criticized the brain trust behind policy. He warned the Democratic promises had been forgotten since 1932 with FDR.
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Rockford
Ill
L. J. Dickinson
Iowa
Agricultural Administration
Illinois
Trask Bridge
Brain Trust
Democratic Party
Political Climbs Across Decade Highlighted by Parties
In a retrospective sweep the text notes slogans and shifts from 1933 to 1936, referencing the NRA era, rising party lines, and forthcoming SOS and GOP mentions. It reflects on political currents shaping the era.
Count Ballots In Minneapolis Truck Drivers' Election
Officials of the regional labor board began counting ballots in Minneapolis after Tuesday's election to choose representatives for collective bargaining with employers. About 1,700 votes were cast with a jovial mood, pitting General drivers and helpers union local 574 against non union groups on the ballot.
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Minneapolis
Regional Labor Board
General Drivers and Helpers Union
Stores Return to 5 30 Closing Hour Next Tuesday
Local retail stores will revert from summer hours to winter schedule next Tuesday, ending earlier closing times used during the warmer months. The change restores standard early-evening closing after extended summer hours.
Summer Hours Extend to 5 30 P M
The establishment will stay open until 5 30 p m extending late afternoon hours by half an hour compared with summer times.
Velvet Cocktail Describe Champagne And Porter Mix
A pre prohibition era drink called Velvet blended champagne with porter for a rich mixed beverage. The term captures early cocktail experimentation linking sparkling wine and dark stout flavors.
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Willie Willis
Salvationists
Stan
Ollie Hardy
Stan Laurel
Laurel and Hardy
Hal Roach
America
Lorillard Co., Ince
Dickinson
AAA
Hutchinson
Penney’s
St. Louis
Rayon
Undies
Belle Isle
Hades
Atts
Oannes
Knickers
Mickey Mouse
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