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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1945
Page
4
A mother outlines concerns about her 18 year old cadet nurse daughter dating a 23 year old serviceman who wants engagement. She cites his jealousy, control over dates, criticism of her clothes, and alleged lack of respect for her sensitivity, asking if happiness is possible if they marry.
Dear A. W. counsels a mother about a deteriorating romance in which a small framed man displays extreme jealousy and social control. The letter urges the daughter to end contact and seek safety after revealing the suitor’s abusive, boastful behavior and fear of genuine commitment.
Miss Lorraine Dew became the bride of Charles N. Price at a Sunday 2 pm double ring ceremony in the First Baptist church. The couple, both Wilson high school graduates, planned a reception at the Roosevelt hotel with fifty guests. Price is a Roosevelt Piccadilly Room manager and former POW. Dew is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Dew.
Mr and Mrs Francis G Gosling announce the approaching marriage of their daughter Edna Mary to Harlan P Silbaugh of Cedar Rapids. The wedding will take place Christmas Day at Manchester Community church with Rev Robert James Watson performing. Miss Gosling is a nurse at St Luke s hospital and the couple will reside in Cedar Rapids.
Miss Mary A. Woitishek 1402 B avenue NE president of the Past Presidents' association will entertain association members at a 1 o'clock luncheon Thursday at the Commonwealth tea room. The Misses Mary and Anna Woitishek will entertain at their home after the luncheon. A business meeting at 2 15 will be followed by refreshments and a Christmas exchange.
Mr and Mrs Ernest Edaburn hosted a dinner to honor their nephew Hugh Edaburn a boat swain and their son Alvin who has been discharged after 24 months in Germany. Navy veteran Mr Edaburn returned after 22 months in the Pacific theater and many relatives from Sacramento Solon and Center Point attended.
California Miss Alter Welker of Los Angeles marries R Earl Hollenbeck USMCR son of Mrs C H Pickerill San Diego and formerly Cedar Rapids. Bride sister Alma Welker attends. groom brother Harley Hollenbeck. bride from Cozad Neb high school. groom ex Lockheed worker. wounded in Okinawa still in San Diego treatment. They plan to reside in Santa Monica.
The District Court of Linn County Iowa notices that on December 21 1945 at 9 o clock AM a will claimed to be that of James G Dempsey late of Linn County will be offered for probate at the Cedar Rapids Court House The Clerk Arthur Axmear signs and Richard E Benesh is attorney of record for the hearing and admission of the will to probate
Advertisement for Anne Adams Pattern 4666 showing a easy to sew frock and panties set for girls with sizes 2 4 6 8 10. Includes fabric yardage 10 yards 35 inch and ½ yard contrast. Also promotes Anne Adams Pattern Book Fall and Winter with eight accessories three hats three bags a peplum and a bed jacket.
The piece echoes Edgar A Guest’s Christmas verse about tempered hopes and courage when wishes at the tree cannot be fulfilled. It reassures readers that disappointment is shared and strength comes from smiling through the denied desires.
Scientists at a major rubber company field laboratory have created a fabric mainly from chicken feathers. The material imitates wool and aims for jackets dresses sweaters and other future clothing. It is described as warmer softer and lighter than traditional fabrics.
A description extols a synthetic fiber that can be dyed any color and retains a bright lustre, highlighting its practical appeal for clothing and textiles.
Robert Cox of Watkins Glen finds a sulphur diamond ring he lost three years ago while planting carrots. The ring was discovered embedded in the top of a carrot plant, the carrot having grown through the ring.
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