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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 17, 1933

Page

4

Feminine Fingernails Burst Into New Bloom

A chaotic text fragment describes feminine fingernails as blooming like hot house flowers in Cedar Rapids. It mentions iridescent petals, violet and amethyst tones, and a mix of beauty products, crafts, and stylistic details amid a stream of garbled OCR. The passage references names, places, and products in a surreal collage.

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Noted Writers Chambers and Vance Die in Distinct Ways

New York UP reports two prominent American authors have died. Robert W Chambers, famed for The King in Yellow and a prolific 19th century style author, died after an operation. Louie Joseph Vance, known for serialized stories, perished in a fire after returning from the West Indies. Vance was 54.

New York World of American Letters Saturca Robert W Chambers Louie Joseph Vance Vance Chambers West Indies Alma Perpping Town House Tre King Bs Magazine Flsa Vaughn Mailer Robert Edward Stewart Chambers

Marriage of Genn Smock and Oneda To Be Thursday

Earlville reports the forthcoming marriage of Genn Smock of Oneda to Abera Dettneam, with attendees including Miss Maxyne Eann and several Kann parish names. The ceremony is set for Thursday, with relatives and friends listed among the guests and participants.

Bregene Moerdgv Corp Abera Dettneam Genn Oneda Maxyne Eann Margaret Tetgie Irma Hunt Frances Pulver Lorraine Taylor Dorothy Boxer Donna Clive Aberta Derearn James Smoke Prank Wo Mullens Surdasses Derra Werty Pynte Nary Jacy Fee

Oxford Wedding and Social Notes Highlight Local Events

The Oxford community reports a busy week with a silver celebration, birthday observances, and hosting duties. Mrs Foam Norris welcomed guests for a Farmers Family gathering, while Mrs Greer Koenk and Mrs De nexv Suaten hosted events. The Leni-A-Hand Club met on March 7, and Mr o and Mrs AlL Jorvior hosted a small gathering Wednesday. A marriage announcement for LeRoy Sporarson Bir and Mrs. Lee Sponar of Oxford to Mass Marton Kinsey of Flagstaff, Arizona, took place in San Diego on November 3, with Sporarson having served in the United States Army for several years.

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Millersburg Social Events and Gatherings Recap

A fragmented notice describes Millersburg residents hosting gatherings and entertainments. Names such as Mrs Wool Paas AY Roornard Mein Mp and StroOW Roberts appear among attendees. The piece references a fourth of July style event, a home gathering, and bridge at a local house, with more names and minor details scattered throughout.

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Riverside Bridge Club Hosts Christmas Party Evening

Riverside residents and guests gathered Tuesday at St Marss hall for a Christmas party hosted by Mrs Dorothy Totz and Mrs PoP Quinn. Attendees included Mr and Mrs William Ho Cress, Miss Norma Kievel, Miro Beth Pree Haeh, and numerous local families led by Mrs Mo Wilkinson and Mrs Elizabeth Medecker with seats and honors for Cress, Quinn, Cre, G Mier, and Sean McCreeds amid festive tables and games.

Toe Frenne Bridge William Ho Cress Norma Kievel Miro Beth Cress Fear Foor Canso Mooer Mos Bey Quinn Dorothy Totz Minons Pop Quinn Harold Cre Res G Mier Arthouws Yeggy Jean Bulger Lan Ert Tobon Loiis Waldschmidt and George Rotenburger

Enticing Stage Splash Delights at Local Production

The Cherwell Players presented a lavish performance featuring a large cast including Margaret Fortsch, Hath eer Carver, and Jimmie Battin. Critics praised the costumes, sets, and engaging comedy while noting a few substitutions that enhanced the show.

Christmas Gift Guide From A Bygone Era

The piece outlines holiday shopping ideas with a focus on men and women gifts. It highlights fashion items such as silk pajamas luxury lounging wear monogrammed accessories leather cases jewelry watches and personal grooming sets. It also notes jewelry for girls including ear clips brooch sets and hair ornaments alongside festive hosiery and evening bags.

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Sing Christmas Music At First Christian Tonight

An antiproval Christmas service of carols will be presented at First Christian Church tonight at 7 pm directed by Feéna Berret Jackson with Helen Lie Hicx as organist. The program features many named singers and choirs, including Ruth Eldridge Irene Gibbons Bernice Hammond and Eleanor Montgomery, performing carols and sacred anthems such as Bethlehem and The Night. The event aims to offer a congregational listening experience with a diverse group of local artists and church members.

Feéna Berret’ Jackson Helen Lie Hicx Wer Cola Norman Emerior Terer Jeanne Westinghouse Esther Krabben Cortra Marv Chalmers Eleanor Montgomery Otres Ano Jackson Hazel Fisher Wendl Andre Lincoln Zarub Maxine Kap Leora Spurrier Rose Paidar MacIntosh Rempti Klima Hyten Mesdames Kvapil Gustafson Oberchor Ruth Eldridge Irene Gibbons Bernice Hammond Mary Anne Hasiley Fizabeth Heptonstall Eleanor Hovmea Helen Huston Hannah Johncor Lunan Racer Lottie Fthel Krrr Dorothy Lukenbach Margaret Nea Eleanora Peterson Winnard Poseil Ellen Basley Martha Rompt Margaret Schneider Doroth Smith Helen Stewart J A Bundy Walter Albert Hammond Earl Morton J Zitka O M Bundy Eduin Embree Lynn Fix Oruan Peter Mart Hare Angel Diet Adams Miss Feey Angelle Blaine Hyte

Community groups hold social events and talks in Brooklyn

The American Legion and Auxiliary hosted a pot luck supper on Tuesday evening. E J B Surniman of Brooklyn gave a talk on Russia. Mrs WoT McGarry hosted the Fortnightly bridge club. Tuesday guests included Mrs Russell Jennings, Mrs J J M Roushar, Miss Anne Husternoff, Trene Voelkel, Leota Refer, Mrs Bruce Coats, Mrs Jfor lace Wahl, and Mrs J. P. Martin.

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U Delta Bridge Club Hosts and Prize Winners

Joe Barry, Mrs Emil DeMeulenacre and Mrs Ed Cahill attended a U Delta bridge club meeting with Mr and Mrs Louis Schlessel. Prizes were awarded to Mr and Mrs C R Manatt. Woman's club members and families met for supper with Mrs Fanny Lanning on Monday.

Joe Barry Emil DeMeulenacre Ed Cahill Louis Schlesselman C. R. Manatt Woman's Club Fanny Lanning

West Union Social Clubs Host Weekly Meetings

West Union reports highlight a busy week with Tourist club hosting a picnic and bridge, high score won by Mrs Will Graham, and organizers Mrs Graham, Hansel, and Doseher. Numerous groups including MD S club Teachers' club B PW club Junior Federation and Berean Sunday class held meetings with programs, dinners, and Christmas events. Ladies Aid annual meeting at Mrs FEI Selden's, Art club gatherings at Cozy and other social teas and lectures across town.

C. H Burnham Will Graham Mrs Graham H J Hansel H J. Doseher Walter H Beall J C Probert Wallace Burnham L. C Beamer W M Miles Eugene Waldron George P. Schatz Genevra Lane Ed Helserman A C_ Palmer MDS Club George Scott G D Nicoll E A Ralston Teachers’ Club J. W Bopp B PW Irene Schatz Junior Federation Business and Professional Women's Club Elsie Smith Frances Blume Genevieve Owens Hannah Nius Eva Bradley BE L Pritchard Berean J H Cline Cecil Rhodes Historical and Literary Club FE I Selden Ladies Aid Society W II Beall Art Club C HE Williamson Wf S Wright A MeIlee E M. Phillips John Rush Leon Layton L . Carr Clermont Wills Layton Cresco

U S Divorce Business Pays Consulate Rent Juarez

In Juarez Mexico the rapid divorce business pays the American consulate rent with a $2 notary fee per decree. In October 246 Americans obtained divorces, yielding $492 for rent, water, heating, debt, fuel, and related costs. William P Blocker, former consul at Piedras Negras and Mazatlan, was in Mazatlan during the 1929 rebel siege.

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Local organizations elect La Porte City officers and hosts

La Porte City residents honored with offices in Lyra chapter No 129 Eastern Star and Thistle Rebekah lodge. A Past Noble Grand circle president was chosen while numerous clubs held holiday gatherings and charitable events at churches and homes through Monday and Friday with readings, plays, and bridge sessions.

H. D. Kline Lyra Eastern Star W A. Franklin J . MecQuilkin A E. Kober C A. Hayzilett R. W Wilkinson J R Buser Roy Lee Elmer Riggle Grand Circle of Thistle Rebekah Lodge Monnay FR W. Wilkinson J R. Buser Henry C Thede R B Fields King’s Cafe WR. Mowbray Lincoln Neb J L. Robertson Charles Oren Bridge Club Clarence Wilson Highland Clubh Herbert Johannsen Moncay Kildare Klub WCTU Pearl Williams F. M. Trean James Edsill J V. Peterson Presbyterian Mite Society G. E. Stebbins George Strohm R. B Melds P. R. Ashley W. S. Peck Weldon Betts W. M. Blough

Bargains in Slightly Used Clothing Advertisement

Classification 28 B promotes bargains on used and outgrown coats and dresses. Ad encourages readers to browse classifieds for affordable clothing options.

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