This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 35 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1941
Page
1
Forecast for Cedar Rapids and vicinity calls for partly cloudy conditions Monday night and Tuesday with mild temperatures and a low around 30 degrees Monday night. The day featured overcast skies and misty conditions during commute hours with 2:15 p.m. temperature at 36 and humidity at 80 percent.
Catherine O Connor aged 71 of Chicago died in a local hospital at 1 a m Monday Mrs Fredericka Folz died in a local hospital at 1 a m Monday in Chicago and was reported by the local papers as deceased at that time
Clarence Harger of 858 Third Avenue SE, fined 10 dollars and costs for a minor speeding offense 49. Ed Houser of Welford fined 10 dollars and costs for speeding 46. H J Beuthien of Wheatland fined 10 dollars and costs for speeding 46. Joe Trokosh 25 Ely fined 25 dollars and costs for disturbing the power. Harold Knapp 30 of 1059 onth Avenue SE fined 25 dollars and costs for drunkenness and disturbing the peace.
St Luke's hospital reports a son for Mr. and Mrs. Donald Lace View on December 13. Mr. and Mrs. Robert D. Wilson 827 Twenty-first Avenue SW welcome a son December 13. Marion couple Mr. and Mrs. Frank H. Locher greeted a son December 14. Lisbon couple Mr. and Mrs. Raymond W. Rodman welcomed a son December 14. Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Newman 1128 Avenue NE report a daughter December 15. Mercy hospital lists Mr. and Mrs. Jifford Lawson 1413 B Avenue NE a son December 13 and Mr. and Mrs. Fred Feller 846 Fourteenth Street SE a son December 15.
Washington FCC Chairman Lawrence L. Fly and the defense communications board stated there is no general government plan to seize radio facilities. They said broadcasting and other communications will remain in private hands and that censorship is not contemplated by the FCC.
German long range guns on the coast of France pounded Dover for three hours on Monday marking the longest and heaviest bombardment of Britain’s southeast coast in weeks. Most shells struck the Dover area.
The report details lend-lease coverage of two thirds of the world and population, urging massive U S support with guns tanks and planes. It notes American shipbuilding must accelerate to sustain aid, with ships doubling weekly by 1942. Britain Russia and China receive most goods, while U S shipments aid British meals and farm produce totaling nearly 2.8 billion pounds valued at 292 million dollars.
An 18 year old Army private, Eugene I. Tuttle of Divide Montana, was jailed in Los Angeles on suspicion of murder after firing at a motorist who did not halt near the municipal airport. Mrs Adele Brau a 52 year old socialite was killed. Tuttle said he fired after directions to help strip blue coverings from headlights were misunderstood during post air raid confusion.
The Senate passed a resolution urging government navy yards and private ship and national defense industries to operate on a 24 hour per day basis. The move aims to boost production for defense needs.
London reported 69 Axis aircraft destroyed in Western Europe and the Middle East while British losses totaled 74 planes, in an official Sunday night release.
A small U S marines garrison on Wake Island marked the 150th hour of defense as Japanese air raids continued. Navy communiques report two enemy bombers shot down and ongoing resistance, with prior claims of sinking a light cruiser and a destroyer. Submarine activity warned near Hawaii as Pacific coast air sorties resume.
The president cited historic U S Japanese agreements aimed at protecting territorial integrity and peaceful development in the Pacific while condemning Japan’s alleged greed and expansionist plans. He noted talks were suspended in July after Tokyo allied with Germany to gain access to South India through Vichy France.
The President announced the latest phase of events ending in dread and shock, declaring that the United States is now at war and fighting in self defense following the Hawaii assault.
Secretary Harold L. Ickes told President Roosevelt in his annual report that the United States could begin full scale production of gasoline and related products from coal in an emergency. He cited hydrogenation experiments by the Bureau of Mines showing possible commercial production could start at any time as natural resources show signs of depletion. The world conflict has opened eyes to America's resource possibilities.
Davenport AP reports employees of Simmons Engineering will donate wages to a national defense fund. Workers, paid as usual, will contribute their two six hour Saturday shifts to the treasury.
The emergency mediation board announced that 14 non-operating railroad unions agreed to terms after 38 hours of sessions. About 900,000 workers receive a 10 cent hourly raise to a 46 cent base, with paid vacations, ending a potential strike over wage disputes.
Report says representatives from Germany Italy and Japan met in Berlin on Monday to discuss new tasks arising from the widened war against Britain and the United States. Attending were German Foreign Minister Joachim von Ribbentrop Italian Ambassador Dino Alfieri and Japanese Ambassador Gen Hiroshi Oshima.
New York authorities reported the death of Esther Moreland Ocelrichs 47 once a Newport and New York society belle. She was found Monday in a Manhattan apartment with gas pouring from two open stove jets, indicating possible accident or suicide.
Opening session of the annual convention of carbonated beverage bottlers discusses national defense as a key factor. T. M. Ingersoll briefs on use tax for bottles, noting carbonation and bottle manufacture as tax bases, with debate over beer exemptions and pending state rulings.
Riley Richardson 41, son of Mrs Kathryn Richardson of What Cheer, was killed in the Philippines. He went there in 1928 as a teacher and for four years served as clerk of supplies for the navy at Cavite. He is survived by his wife and daughter in the Philippines and his mother in What Cheer. The cause of death was not stated.
The Chicago Association of Commerce hosts an OPM priorities clinic at the Palmer House on Wednesday with a luncheon and a 2 p.m. Q and A session. A. L. Taylor reports Cedar Rapids executives are invited to bring priority problems to discuss with OPM officials.
Barbara Folz of Chicago widow of John Peter Folz died January 8 1856 in Germany while visiting her daughter Mrs John Miller 392 Twenty sixth Street SE She lived in the United States since 1866 and was a First Lutheran member She survived by daughters Leone Folz Mrs J K Blakeslee two grand children and two great grandchildren Funeral at Moon chapel 11 am Tuesday with cremation committal Rev H G Schwegler. friends may call at the chapel
Otilie Kvapil widow of John Kvapil died at 8 40 p m Sunday at her Cedar Rapids home 407 Sixth Avenue SW after a five week illness. Born February 21 1870 in Cedar Rapids she married John Kvapil April 22 1889. Survived by four daughters Carolyn Kvenila and Mrs Stodola a son David and four grandchildren all of Cedar Rapids. Member of Mindocech lodge Z C B J funeral services to be announced later. friends may call at Barta chapel Tuesday evening.
A Cedar Rapids widow of Clem O Connor died at a local hospital after a short illness. She came from Ireland as a child and had lived in Cedar Rapids for fifty years. Survived by two daughters Mrs William Prout and Mrs Prout two sisters Miss Harrington and Mrs William Connor and a brother Tom Harrington, all of Cedar Rapids. Funeral conducted by Msgr John M Molloy at Immaculate Conception Church Tuesday at 9 am. Burial at Mt Calvary Cemetery. The body was moved from Monahan funeral home Monday to the residence where the Rosary will be recited by Msgr Molloy at 8 pm Monday and where friends may call.
Fred Kopetsky, 43, of Indianapolis and former Cedar Rapids resident, was fatally struck by a car. Born in Cedar Rapids, he worked for National Biscuit in Chicago, married Emma Nemecek of Indianola, and is survived by two sons George and Billy, sisters Mrs L Husak and Mrs J Filipy, and brother Ernest Rohrig of Cedar Rapids.
Funeral services for Frank Height who died at his home 1150 Emma avenue SW will be held in Beatty chapel at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday with the Rev. Frank H. Ward officiating. Burial will follow in Oak Hill cemetery.
Iowans ordered to a year of active duty include Second Lieutenant Roy Rupert Konitz of the chemical warfare service. The call was issued from Omaha by AP reports.
Gov George A Wilson of Maine and Lieut Gov B B Hickenlooper of Cedar Rapids will speak Monday at 8 p m at Coe chapel to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the signing of the Bill of Rights The program includes a concert by the Coe Coeds and a formal introduction by local officials The event is sponsored by the college and the Americanism committee with no admission charge
City briefs note Norden ladies gathering Saturday at 2 30 p m with Mrs Mark Anderson at 1012 Fifteenth Street Continental buffet and style show set for Thursday noon at Roosevelt hotel Advertisements list Link Belt Speeder auxiliary card party Wednesday at 1 p m at Mrs John Briggs 430 Ninth Avenue SW Robert Pfeiffer returns from Camp Claiborne La to visit mother at 1903 Fourth Avenue SE for ten days Rebekah lodge 79 hosts Christmas tree and treats for Rebekahs and children Monday at 7 30 in 1098 Second Avenue SE.
Ladies auxiliary to Master and Journeymen Barbers meet Wednesday at 2 p.m. in the home of Mrs. Earle W. Eaton 312 Sixth Street SE. Mrs. William M. Phillips and Mrs. John Greenlee will attend.
Trawel chapter No 49 Royal Arch Masons will confer Royal Arch degrees at 4 45 and 7 30 p m Tuesday. A pancake supper will be served at 6 15. All chapter Masons are asked to attend.
Cub Pack 24 meets at Gar Field School Wednesday night to present a Christmas program. After the program the cubs will exchange gifts and parents and friends are invited to attend.
The McKinley high school a cappella choir directed by Miss Maurine Hamblin and the senior high school orchestra directed by Anthony presented the cantata Ballad for Americana at the Rotary club luncheon at the Roosevelt hotel on Monday. Fred Henson, for the civilian defense committee, outlined next Thursday's voluntary enrollment for home defense work.
At Buchanan School a Cub Pack 17 awards ceremony recognized Wolf Badges for Jack Id arrow Hubert Brown John Campbell Dick Felter Siegel Jack Dye and Richard Doran. Silver Arrows went to Jack Dye David Suchomel and Thieson. Denner badges to John Vaughn and Robert Waubelo with La Beatty. Bear Badges awarded to John Campbell and Richard Doran. Bobcat to Joseph Suchomel Len ee Brownbridge and Don Strom. Graduation certificates were given to Teddy Todd Don Wilson Richard Reger and Jack Dye. Thirty three cub registration certificates were also issued.
About 500 persons are expected as guests tonight at 7 30 at the Labor temple for the Team sters and Chauffeurs union event. Santa Claus will hand out gifts to children and refreshments will be served to parents while Dem Jones provides entertainment.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.