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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1944
Page
2
December 16 1944 Daily Record itemizes ration stamp validity for meat foods sugar and fuel oil through 1945 with specifics on coupons and extension dates. Also records a collision at Collins Radio Company and several marriage, birth, and divorce notices along with traffic fines and public notices.
George J. Rony, a Russian former film director, spoke to the Executives Club, defending Russia’s right to Poland along the Curzon line and urging U S involvement in European affairs. He dismissed domestic communist fears, praised underground resistance, and called Stalin's regime state socialism.
OTTUMWA IA UP Frank P Johnson 55 formerly of Cedar Rapids was sentenced to five years in the state penitentiary after pleading guilty to aiding a prisoner's escape He aided in concealing Mrs Luella Harris 54 who escaped from Oakdale state sanatorium in 1942 while she served a life term at Rockwell City for murder in 1938 Harris and Johnson were arrested at the home of Harris daughter in Kirkville IA They said they had married and traveled under the names Roy Nelson working on railroad gangs Harris will be returned to Rockwell City.
In Washington the Senate fast tracked the promotion of four generals to the new general of the army rank and three admirals to fleet admiral of the U.S. Navy after President Roosevelt signed legislation creating the titles. The chamber approved the seven top commanders without the usual committee referral.
Reports from AP correspondents describe a near bloodless landing on Mindoro and a tense convoy run toward key Japanese bases. U.S. and Filipino guerillas under leaders Fertig and Cushing have secured Iligan Bay and cleared Mindanao, Panay, Negros, and Cebu of Nipponese influence, with major airfields held and supply routes disrupted.
University of Iowa announces three appointments, a leave of absence, and a resignation. Ralph M. Barnes takes Jan 1 to Apr 30 leave to work with Armstrong Corks in Lancaster in training and time and motion study. Niles Barnard will cover his duties. Herbert E. Miller named assistant professor Jan 1 to Apr 30 in the College of Commerce. Floyd S. Harper to be visiting assistant professor of mathematics Jan 1 to Apr 30, replacing W. D. Berg who resigned. Kurt Lewin resigns to join MIT and will direct an industrial relations project.
In Tulsa Oklahoma AP report Mrs T J Lynch nominates the thief who stole irreplaceable diapers and clothes pins from her home detailing the theft and calling for clues to identify the culprit.
With hours left before voting ends Mrs Verne Sorenson leads the Cedar Rapids contest to christen a Victory ship named for the city. She has 68 425 votes and trails a new entrant Mrs Oliver Prior who has 60 600 votes supported by LaPlant Choate workers. Prior has five sons in service two missing in action since last June and others overseas. The contest ends tonight with the winner to christen the ship in Wilmington Calif around Jan 16, expenses paid by the Chamber of Commerce.
The sixth war loan drive ends today with $17,051,000,000 already in the Treasury. Individual buyers have reached 79 percent of their quota and E bond sales are at 64 percent. Treasury Secretary Morgen-thau will report the drive's progress tonight. Mutual broadcasts at 7.15 p.m. and a rebroadcast at 10.30 p.m.
The committee said all mailed votes postmarked before midnight Sunday to the Memorial coliseum War Bond office will be counted. Any purchaser of a series E war bond in Cedar Rapids may vote for any Cedar Rapids mother with a son or daughter serving in the army navy coast guard or marines. Ballots are available at bond issuing agencies.
The Linn County War Finance committee names the leading candidates to christen a Victory ship with Cedar Rapids by Wilmington California ceremony. Top vote getter Mrs Verne Sorenson 68425 followed by Mrs Oliver Prior 60600 and Mrs George Victorine 52150. Others include Mrs Leonard Field 50450 and Mrs Ethyle Breedlove 48200.
Des Moines reports no bread price rise despite a four cent per bushel wheat price increase approved by the OPA. Des Moines OPA district director Walter D. Kline said flour prices stay the same until December 31, with a future subsidy rate to be announced for post January 1 based on current wheat prices under new ceilings.
Porters Mendrilled and another were killed as German defenders opened fire to shield a bombing. Hayden recalled the din that drowned out commands while Jordan ended a German attempt at pulling the fuse. Capt McKean then exposed himself on the bridge, dived under it, and severed the fuse wire despite heavy fire.
Major Gaylord M. Watland is back in Cedar Rapids after nearly three years in the Pacific frontier where he served as an army engineer and a portion as an infantryman. He earned three campaign stars and a presidential unit citation for engineering work, plus a Silver Star for infantry action at Milne Bay. His duties included building airstrips, roads, docks, and depots under shellfire, advancing in D-day style landings, and later serving as group supply officer. Watland, a Washington High School and University of Iowa electrical engineering graduate, has served since 1941, with prior posting at Camp Robinson Arkansas and work with Line Material Co in Milwaukee. He and his wife, living in Pine Bluff, Ark., are on a 21-day leave with his parents in Cedar Rapids. he is to report back January 2 at Hot Springs, Arkansas.
Loyd Selokield of Central City reported a billfold with 65 dollars stolen from his pocket while shopping at Kresge's on Friday. T Beorkrem of 1855 Davenue NE reported a billfold containing 58 dollars and personal papers stolen at the W C F and N station Thursday. Rover Denton of 710 Ely SW reported fog lights stolen from his car while parked at Wilson school Friday. Buardisdal of 1015 Fourth Ave SE reported a tire and wheel stolen from his car parked in front of his home Thursday night. At Cahill of 1745 Bever Ave SE reported his bicycle stolen from Franklin school Wednesday.
Edgar A Guest writes on the beauty of small things. He elevates the little joys of life a child’s laughter home hearth and simple memories above fame wealth or triumph, suggesting memory clings to familiar objects long after grandpride fades.
Death notices for Ida M. Hays and Mike Wyman. Bruce D. Donisthorpe dies at 41. Roland C. Wilson dies of heart attack. Details include survivors, funeral arrangements, and calling hours at Monahan and Polansky chapels, with burial pending at Mt Calvary and Bohemian National cemeteries. Information on addresses, churches, and dates.
Mable Louise Cisler wife of Harry R Cisler died at her Cedar Rapids home Saturday at 6 a m after a lingering illness Born in Moscow Idaho February 25 1912 she married Oct 17 1932 in Rock Island Illinois A resident of Cedar Rapids for 25 years she was a Methodist Church member Surviving are husband a son Marvin Douglas and a daughter Sandra Kay Cisler both at home her mother Mrs Mattie Sedgewick four sisters Mrs Harry Glessner Mrs Ray Goodwater Mrs Ruth Gill and Mrs Robert Allers Belle Plaine and many nieces and nephews Funeral arrangements to be announced Friends may call at Moen chapel
Mrs Lena Fielding aged 77 who had lived in Cedar Rapids since 1918 died at University hospital Iowa City Friday at 5 50 p m after a brief illness. She made her home with her niece Mary Plamadore 1114 First avenue NE Surviving are a sister Mrs T P McLaughlin of Minneapolis and several nieces and nephews Call Sunday and Monday Funeral announcement will be made later
Melvin German of 224 Cottage Grove Avenue SE saw his disorderly conduct charge withdrawn after police noted insufficient evidence. The Sept 6 arrest stemmed from alleged molestation near First Avenue and Fifteenth Street. two women failed to make a positive identification. German was released on a $105 bond after a continuance and a judge’s order. City Prosecutor Dwight Krumholz cited lack of positive IDs as the reason for dismissal.
Promotions and transfers of service members are reported including Jack Caldwell promoted from corporal to sergeant at Mitchelfield New York. Transfers to France for Pvt John Thousand and Pvt Walter Thousand. Lt Murray C. Marks arrives in Australia. Pfc Verne P. Smith on 10 day furlough at home before returning to Ft Devens. Pvt Charles W. Koss returns to Brookings after time with Swisher parents. Navy Warrant Officer Rudolph Sova Jr heads to Long Beach after Saipan and other battles. Luester J. Patterson on Waves leave. Pvt Richard W. Angell arrives in England. Capt Paul S. Roth arrives in England. Pfc Jerry Hruby arrives in England. Staff Sgt Dwain D. Martin arrives in Italy. Pfc Ivan C Bys arrives in England. Lee Wagner promoted to corporal. DeLos H. Gardner returns to San Francisco after leave.
Secretary of State Edward R. Stettinius Jr faced a series of tough queries on American foreign policy. He backed U S endorsement of the new Italian government despite prior opposition to British involvement and rejected claims of a US Britain rift over Italy.
Des Moines AP Lt Gov Robert D Blue plans to finish his tour of state institutions under the board of control next week visiting Independence state hospital Eldora training school for boys and the school for the blind at Vinton He will come to Des Moines Jan 2 to prepare to assume the governorship and move his family from Eagle Grove Jan 5 He has a three month lease on a west side home.
Maurice Toomer twenty one of 1500 C street SW was arrested Friday afternoon by Deputy Whittemore on a Clayton County Sheriff warrant charging breaking and entering. He was held in Linn County jail for Clayton County authorities.
The Cedar Rapids Gazette established 1883 publishes daily and Sunday from 800 3rd Ave Cedar Rapids Iowa. It notes second class matter June 18 1932 and lists subscription rates by carrier with weekly and monthly options. Includes mailing details and addresses for Associated Press and United Press International services. Headliners tonight.
Washington reports selective service orders fast track broader 26-37 age group inductions after February 1. Memo to local boards tightens classifications for 2-A and 2-B deferments and requires permission before job changes, stressing that all war-supporting work must continue. 1-A or 4-B outcomes possible if individuals leave defermented roles.
New York AP reports Vice President Wallace, leaving office next month, stated he is not seeking employment now. Nathan Sweedler, counsel for several independent New York City slaughterers, said Wallace declined representing small meat packing concerns after the suggestion.
Soviet and Allied reports say Red Army forces crossed into Hungarian and Czechoslovak territory to seize the Sahy stronghold and a major six way road and rail junction near Bratislava. Berlin noted a thrust toward Krakow amid Poland operations as Konev's units push toward Silesia.
Washington AP The fate of the State Department reorganization remains in doubt as an end of session jam delays Senate action on six nominations. Senator Chandler urges quick action on Hurley and Heller to the surplus property board, prioritizing them over Grew and other newly named assistant secretaries. Pepper suggests the President may reconsider the appointments.
Guy Lombardo hosts Musical Autographs with Jean Tighe singing White Christmas and requests from Vera Vague and Arthur Hale. Detroit Symphony ballet music at 7 30 p m. Sammy Kaye headlines Waves program at Hunter College. Igor Gorin stars in Sami operetta on Chicago Theater of the Air. Linda Darnell guest on Barry Wood Patsy Kelly show. Al Pearce comedy at 9 15 p m CBS WMT. This Is the World six hour loan program with Rear Adm Woodward Tallulah Bankhead Martha Scott Louis Calhern Lyn Murray conducts Columbia Concert Orchestra.
A fragmented listing shows hourly radio programs and names across stations WHO WGN WMT KXEL ET EXEL with a mix of news talks music and dances. Names include McConnell Leland Arthur Kale Patsy Kelly and Kenny Baker across times from 15 to 16:45 p.m.
Verac Featherstonbaugh is appointed and qualified as administratrix of Mary E West deceased in Linn County Iowa on December 1 1944. Creditors must pay debts and present claims against the estate to the Clerk of Linn County Town District. Heald is attorney for the administratrix.
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