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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 12, 1968

Page

2

Nixon Plans Six Inaugural Formal Balls

President elect Nixon will attend six $35-a-person inaugural dances after the oath on Jan 20. The events span five downtown hotels and the Smithsonian, with 27,000 invitations mailed. Attire will be white tie for the President and Agnew. black tie optional for guests.

Ashington UPI Richard M. Nixon Mark Evans Nixon Smithsonian Institution Museum of History and Technology Evans East Coast Les Brown Meyer Davis Duke Ellington Lionel Hampton Sammy Kaye Doc Severnson Billy Butterfield

Physicians Differ on Benefits of Jogging

Three physicians give divergent views on jogging. Dr. Eade of Seattle doubts its value and predicts it will fade. Dr. Donnelly of Newark warns of harm if not increased gradually and suggests bicycles and long walks. Dr. Young of Memphis asserts jogging builds endurance and may be paired with swimming.

Gilbert G. Eade Seattle John Donnelly Newark Joseph M. Young Memphis

Paul Harvey Com Ments on Views Behind the News

PAUL HARVEY COM MENTS airs on KCRG TV Channel 9 at 5:30 and 10 p.m. Monday through Friday. The color program features Harvey offering commentary on current events.

Paul Harvey Dial Channel 9 Kcrg-Tv

Ethel Kennedy Welcomes Eighth Daughter in Caesarean Birth

Ethel Kennedy gave birth to her 11th child, an eight pound four ounce girl, by Caesarean section at Georgetown University Hospital at 8 40 a m. The baby joins three sisters and seven brothers aged 18 months to 17 years. Sen Edward M Kennedy and family were at the hospital. Both mother and child were reported well.

Washington Ethel Kennedy Robert F. Kennedy Georgetown University Hospital Kennedy

Baby boom forecast as postwar wave reaches school age

David M. Kiefer, senior editor of Chemical and Engineering News, notes that the next baby boom may occur in the coming years as the first postwar generation reaches childbearing age, even while current birth rates decline.

David M. Kiefer Chemical and Engineering News

Cocktail Buffet Honors Mr and Mrs Bloomhall

Mr and Mrs William A Bloomhall married Dec 5 were honored at a Wednesday cocktail buffet hosted by Mr and Mrs Frank C Byers Jr at 3580 Cottage Grove Ave SE. Co hosts were Walton P Kellers and David P Pickfords. The couple reside at 4325 Woodfield Lane NE Mrs Bloomhall is the former Lucile Smith.

William A. Bloomhall Frank C. Byers, Jr Cottage Grove Avenue Walton P. Kellers David P. Pickfords Bloomhall Woodfield Lane Blomhall Lucile Smith

Strep Germs Resist One Drug Treatment

Six strains of chloramphenicol resistant streptococci have been isolated over two years. The germs show resistance to one antibiotic but all strains remain susceptible to penicillin G which remains the preferred treatment for strep infections.

Weaves Warm Not the Weight on Winter Comfort

The article explains warmth comes from fabric weave rather than bulk. Tightly woven corduroy or knit fabrics trap warm air, keep heat in, and allow perspiration to evaporate. In extreme cold, dress children in thermal weave underwear for insulation.

Representative's Widow Dies of Burns in Fire Tragedy

Elizabeth Lee Pool, 50, widow of Texas Representative Joe Pool, died July 14 in Houston from burns suffered in an apartment fire on Sunday. Pool was a Democrat and passed away after the blaze in Alexandria Virginia report notes.

Alexandria Elizabeth Lee Pool Texas Joe Pool Pool Houston

Two Cedar Rapids Teens-To-Be Brighten Friday birthday fun

Kay Lasko and Renee Bideaux, both turning 13 on Friday, plan a slumber party to celebrate becoming teenagers. The article also notes local school concerns, a joint band concert, and a hospital toy drive for Mercy Hospital.

Morrow Cedar Rapids Kay Lasko Renee Bideaux Joeth Baewhoine

Who's New Club Installs Officers

Officers of the Who's New club were installed Wednesday at the Essen House meeting. President Mrs Dennis Steph any, 303 Sussex Drive NE, with Mrs Don Bohart, death, secretary Mrs David Major, and treasurer Mrs Edward Koza. Installing officers were Mrs Al Hagedorn directress and the Mines Clyde James Glen Stout Dwight Olver and Howard Miller. All Santas need cash for Christmas. Sell dont needs. 369-1234.

Who's New Club Association Essen House Dennis Stephany Sussex Drive Don Bohart David Major Edward Koza al Hagedorn Clyde James Glen Stout Dwight Olver Howard Miller

Pre-Washing Tips for Extra Dirty Play Clothes

If you have a touch football player in the family, his play clothes are often dirtier on laundry day. Pre-wash five minutes with regular soap, then run the full cycle with a bit more soap. For cotton garments use hot water and liquid chlorine bleach, and add a water conditioner if the water is hard.

Bridge winners listed for Howell and Mitchell events

In Howell movement play on Wednesday morning Mrs. Forest Wolf and Mrs. J H Allen won first with Mrs. Marian Dean and Dr. W C Harter of Tallahassee, Fla. second. A masterpoint game is set for Saturday at 7 30. At YWCA Wednesday evening Mitchell movement Section A saw North South Mrs. S G Blencoe and Mrs. John Stamy first, Keith Hansen and Phil Arnell second. East West Mrs. Ruth Helm and Mrs. Gary Northrup first, William Jennings and R A Nassif second. Section B North South Mrs. Howard Wilfong and Frank Zeman first, Mrs. H M Hines and Mrs. J R Swaner of Iowa City second. East West Mr and Mrs Richard Christensen first, Mrs Eva McNair and Royce McCray second. An open pair championship game is scheduled for Wednesday at 7 30.

Howell Forest Wolf J. H. Allen Marian Dean W. C. Harter Tallahassee Fla Mitchell YWCA S. G. Blencoe John Stamy Keith Hansen Phil Arnell Ruth Helm Gary Northrup William Jennings R. A. Nassif Northsouth Howard Wilfong Frank Zeman H. M. Hines J. R. Swaner Iowa City Richard Christensen Eva McNair Royce McCray

Make Screen into A Sewing Corner

Create a portable sewing corner by converting a plain folding screen into a sewing stand. Cover one side with bright cotton print and add large pockets on the other for patterns tape thread needles pins and trims. The screen hides the work area while organizing supplies.

National Cotton Council

Williamsburg Colors Revive Early American Palette

Authentic 200 paint colors uncovered during Williamsburg site reconstruction. The soft warm tones capture colonial charm and offer stylish options for modern homes and country settings.

Williamsburg

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