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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 23, 1941

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Sales of Hard Liquor In Iowa Show Decline

DES MOINES AP Iowa Liquor Chairman M L Curtis Tuesday reported hard liquor sales in state stores declined in November for the first time in history Distilled spirits totaled 186 264 gallons versus 188 452 in November 1940 a 1 1 percent drop Wine sales rose 56 69 percent from 14 718 gallons in November 1940 to 22 063 gallons last month Curtis noted the commission has been pushing wine sales and said his theory that more wine would reduce hard liquor has been confirmed in a typical month’s record.

Des Moines Iowa M. L. Curtis Curtis

Why Forecasting Is Now Verboten

Des Moines AP reports Federal Meteorologist Charles D. Reed says U S weather conditions influence Far East warfare. He explains weather news was removed from radio and papers because tracking cloudy areas and storms could aid enemy bombing plans and forecasts.

Des Moines United States Far East Pacific Ocean Charles D. Reed Reed

25 Percent Expansion At Ordnance Plant Considered

Washington AP reports the War Department is weighing a 25 percent expansion of the Des Moines ordnance plant. The plan would add $10 million to the $30,000 already allotted and could create a new production line with at least one additional large building. Senator Herring notes ample room on about 5,000 acres for the expansion.

Washington Des Moines War Department Herring Department

Oelwein Women Injured In Crash

Miss Mabel Borland 24 of Oelwein is in critical condition at Mercy hospital after a collision on Highway 11 three miles northeast of Oelwein Monday evening. She and Joan Jonas were returning from West Union where they work at the courthouse when they collided with a machine driven by Mrs. S A Patten of West Union. Jonas has a fractured jaw and Patten was not seriously hurt.

Oelwein Mabel Borland Mercy Hospital Joan Jonas West Union S. A. Patten Jonas

Released Guardsmen Granted Chance to Reenlist

Des Moines AP says Adjt. Gen. Charles H. Grahl secured War Department authorization to recall about 480 Iowa National Guardsmen discharged in the past year. The move allows voluntary reenlistment for those eligible, with married men needing spousal consent and proof of family support.

Des Moines Adj Charles H. Grahl War Department Iowa Grohl Army District Grahl Des Moines Army Fort Des Moines Fort Crook Omaha Neb Grahi

Good Fellow Contributors Listed by Marion News

Marion News prints the Good Fellow list of contributors including Marion lodge No 6 A F and A M ten dollars Marion chapter No 183 O ES three dollars and many individuals with smaller gifts. Also notes residents visiting relatives and holiday offerings from Gordon Hatchery with Xmas poultry and roasted poultry products.

Marion Lodge A.F A.M Marion Chapter O.es Sorosis Club Musica Cary Diana Lyman Hough John T. Raymond Son Ivanhoe Club J. L. Papes Harold J. Nilssen Marion Linnchapter D.A.R George Price Bryan Sanborn Karl Kendall W. C. Sheets J. F. Beach W. W. Lary D. B. Storck R. E. Choate C. A. Hand Klatter Klub Paul Fiedler Ed Sigfred Clothing Company Clyo Castle Lat-a-Lot Club Art Shumack H. B. Phillips R. J. Kendall Marion Dairy Arles T. Rowe Harry Snell Mildred Titus George Barnoske Gladys Woodworth John Reynolds

Marion charity to distribute toys to underprivileged children

Volunteers repair sleds scooters wagons and other toys for Marion children. Roy Cooper and James Reynolds supervise the effort with help from the Marion Business Girls club and local workers. The Chamber of Commerce organized collection and sponsorship for the project.

Marion Roy Cooper James Reynolds Marion Business Girls Club Garrison Cleaners Chamber of Commerce

Death of Mrs. T. Murray 74 prompts Marion service

Word came of the death of Mrs. T. Murray 74 a former Marion resident at her daughter Mrs. John Stoneburner in Dubuque She died Monday The body will be brought to Marion Wednesday for funeral services at the Congregational church at 2 30 p m Rev James Franklin Parsons in charge Friends may call prior to the service Burial will be in Oak Shade cemetery

T. Murray Marion John Stoneburner Dubuque Congregational Church James Franklin Parsons Oak Shade Cemetery

Shineults Move to New Home on English Boulevard

Mr and Mrs Jack Shineult have moved into 1150 English boulevard. A display ad notes big news in Storms. The Methodist Sunday school Beginners class meets Wednesday at 10 am to practice for the Christmas Eve program at 7 pm at the church.

Jack Shineult English Boulevard Methodist Sunday School

Garages for Rent at 449 Tenth Street

Two garages available for rent at 449 Tenth Street. Inquire at the back apartment for details and pricing.

Tenth Street

Patterson Visit To Ida Koppenhaver Home

Mr and Mrs W S Patterson of Waukegan Illinois plan a Wednesday arrival for a holiday visit at the home of Mrs Ida Koppenhaver mother of Mrs Patterson held in Waukegan Illinois local notes indicate the prospective guest list includes the couple and their host.

W. S. Patterson Waukegan, Ill Hugh Jones Chicago

Murray's Suede Leather Jackets and Capeskin Gifts for Him

A local shop highlights new suede leather jackets and capeskin options from Murray's suitable as gifts for men. The selection emphasizes stylish outerwear items for the season.

Murray's

Red Oak Teacher Kathryn Voorhies Vacationing with Parents

Miss Kathryn Voorhies a Red Oak teacher spends Christmas vacation with her parents the Rev Mr and Mrs Gilbert Voorhies.

Kathryn Voorhies Red Oak Gilbert Voorhies

Red Cross War Relief drive reports $600 collected

The first report shows $600.32 raised for the emergency relief effort. Volunteers are urged to finish drives and report to the new city park headquarters at Seventh Avenue and Eleventh Street, open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. except noon and supper. Marion and Marion Township quota is $2,000.

Red Cross City Park Seventh Avenue Eleventh Street Marion Marion Township

Free Movie for Kids at Marion Theater Wednesday

Advertisement invites children to a free movie at the Marion theater with candy bars available. The event runs Wednesday at 1:30 PM and targets young audiences.

Christmas Program at Methodist Sunday School

The Methodist Sunday School will present a Christmas program on Christmas Eve at seven o clock. A White Cross offering for St Luke's hospital Cedar Rapids will be received. The public is invited.

Methodist Sunday School St. Luke's Hospital Cedar Rapids

City children to enjoy free Wednesday movie at Marion theater

The Chamber of Commerce will host a free children’s movie this Wednesday at 1 30 p m at the Marion theater. Santa Claus will attend and hand out candy bars to all the kids.

Chamber of Commerce Marion Theater Santa Claus

Gigarets in Christmas Packages Adverts

Advertisement notes cigarette cartons priced at $1.45 for a carton with flat fifties at 38 cents per unit. Also mentions Owens Cut Rate Drug store.

A. Owen

Christmas Agram Play Tonight at Presbyterian Church

The Presbyterian Sunday school presents a Christmas program tonight at 7 30 in the church. The play is directed by the Reverend C V R DeJong.

Presbyterian Sunday School C. V. R. DeJong

Christmas Flowers From Hutton's Greenhouses

Christmas Gifts Poinsettias and other flowering plants offered by Hutton's Greenhouses. They deliver and provide a contact phone number 226 for orders and inquiries.

Hutton

Holiday Hardware Ads Highlight Winter Gear

Sleds skis wagons velocipedes shoe skates pocket knives and Ever ready flashlights for him appear in a Ken dall’s Hardware advertisement signaling a winter gift shopping lineup.

Kendall’s Hardware

Athenian Club Christmas Party at Linn County Home

Two dollars was given to the Red Cross War Relief fund and $2.50 for games and gifts for folk at the Linn County home during the Athenian club Christmas party hosted by Mrs. Paul Kruger on Friday evening.

Red Cross War Relief Fund Linn County Athenian Club Paul Kruger

Free Methodist Christmas Program Slated by Sunday School

A Free Methodist church plans a Christmas program hosted by the Sunday school. The event aims to welcome families and celebrate the season with songs readings and community fellowship.

Bezdek’s Poinsettias Sale Advertisement

Local ad lists Bezdek’s poinsettias priced at 89 cents and Christmas candy at five cents per pound. Mentions Dickey’s as the advertiser.

Bezdek’'s Dickey's

Mrs Lockner and son moved to parental home

Mrs. Frank Lockner and her son Donald Edward were transported from Cedar Rapids hospital to the home of Mr and Mrs Ed Lockner, the parents of Mr Lockner, on Sunday.

Frank Lockner Donald Edward Mr. Lockner Mrs Ed Lockner Cedar Rapids

Last Minute Gift Ideas From Cruz Appliance

An advertisement for gg appliances galore at Cruz Appliance highlights quick gift options. The promo promotes affordable home gadgets and seasonal deals for holiday shopping.

Cruz- Appliance

Local youths enlist in military service

Harold Young, son of Ace Young, has enlisted in the marine corps. Frank Travis, son of Mrs. Amber Buzza Travis, has enlisted in the air corps.

Harold Young Ace Young Marine Corps Frank Travis Amber Buzza Travis Air Corps

Miss Mabel Alexander to Visit Detroit Father

Miss Mabel Alexander of Detroit will arrive Wednesday for a visit with her father T. R. Alexander.

Mabel Alexander Detroit T. R. Alexander

John Wild Funeral Held in Linn County

Funeral services for John Wild a longtime Linn county farmer were held Monday at the Yocom chapel with Rev. Arthur W. Henkle officiating. Burial followed in Oak Shade cemetery.

John Wild Linn County Yocom Chapel Arthur W. Henkle Burns Oak Shade

Parka Hoods and Handkerchiefs Sale By M L Braska Co

Reduced prices on all Parka hoods from 35 to 79 cents and handkerchiefs now 5 to 45 cents. This advertisement from M L Braska Co highlights lower prices on seasonal apparel and accessories.

M. L. Braska Co

Thimble Club Hosts Christmas Party at Pat McCann Home

Mrs Pat McCann hosted a Monday Christmas party for the Thimble club. The dining table featured a silver and blue palette with a blue glass centerpiece, a tureen bowl filled with festive decor.

Pat McCann Thimble Club

Christmas gathering noted by local club

Six members and one guest, Mrs. Everett Cartwright of Nashville Tennessee, attended a Christmas exchange of gifts as part of a local club gathering.

Everett Cartwright Nashville, Tenn

Pupil Recital At Miss Engstrom's Home Features Local Musicians

Miss Ruth Engstrom presented piano pupils in a third recital at her home 1160 Fourteenth Street with assistance from Miss Bonnie Carey and Harold Horn. The program included duets, trios, solo piano and violin works, a vocal solo, and Christmas selections. Refreshments were served. A Legion benefit show and local notices follow.

Ruth Engstrom Fourteenth Street Bonnie Carey Harold Horn Mt. Vernon Gene Michel Robert Turner Clark Mary Ellen Dumbarton Shirley Stimson Marilyn Bristol MacIntyre Jean Beckner Lemont Kronke Herold Horn Diestelhorst Mary Ellen Dumbolton Blake Shirley Carol Stimsom Star Schilling Miss Carey

Local notices and visits across towns and townspeople

Chicago guests arrive for a holiday at the Fairhurst home while Camp Claiborne soldier Vincent Foley returns after furlough. Dorothy Woodworth visits Center Junction, and Maquoketa hosts Elwyn Miller and son John. Nearby ads promote gifts from Owen's Cut Rate Drug and Rollins Hosiery as Western Auto plans a 9 pm closing with layaway pickup.

Governor Agrees To Temporary Federal Employment Control

Governor George A. Wilson sent a telegram to President Roosevelt agreeing to federalization of Iowa’s employment service on a temporary basis. He stated Iowa’s willingness to comply with emergency requests and that transfer machinery is in place with a firm reserve to restore state control when the emergency ends.

Des Moines George A. Wilson Roosevelt Iowa

Mitchell to Join Enemy Alien Board in Iowa

John H. Mitchell former Iowa attorney general announced he will accept appointment from Attorney General Franks Biddle to a three member board to decide the disposition of enemy aliens in the northern Iowa judicial district. The panel is one of 70 nationwide with other members not yet named.

Fort Dodge INS John H. Mitchell Iowa United States Franks Biddle Iowa Judicial District

Cedar Rapids Man Sentenced to 90 Days for DUI

Odland of Cedar Rapids drew 99 days in Benton county jail after pleading guilty to operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated. He and M. L. Myers, also of Cedar Rapids, were arrested by highway patrol near the 218 and 30 junction. Myers paid $10 and costs.

Vinton Jack £. Odland Cedar Rapids Benton County

Warplane Variety Covers Britain and United States Air Forces

About 30 different warplane models are currently in use by Great Britain and the United States. The broad mix reflects diverse roles and evolving technology across allied air services.

Great Britain United States

Missing East Iowans: Calmar Sailor Reported In Pacific

Karl Giesen 24 of Calmar is reported missing in the Pacific theater by the Bureau of Navigation. He enlisted in the navy four years ago and is survived by his mother Mrs. Henry Giesen and three sisters and four brothers in Minnesota and Iowa.

Calmar Karl Giesen Henry Giesen Bureau of Navigation Washington, D. C Giesen Navy Jack Keuper Dubuque Dolores Giesen Rochester, Minn Helen Shires Willis Minneapolis Donald Mason City Philip Robert

Norway Couple Informed Son Missing In Action

Mr. and Mrs. Abe Lincoln of Norway were told by the navy department that their son Jack fireman first class is missing after action. He was 19 last February and enlisted in the navy on October 8, 1940.

Air Corps Advanced Flying School Victoria Tex Robert M. Adams F. W. Adams Longwood Drive Adams Warren R. Carter Gaerette Norway Abe Lincoln Norway Navy Department Jack Navy

Navy reports Washington-Creighton Workman MIA after action

Washington-Creighton Hale Workman 22 son of Mrs Merietta Workman deputy clerk of the district court reported missing by the navy department after action. The notice reached his father Lee Workman of Lone Tree. Workman enlisted in 1939 and is a grandson of J A Marsh of Ainsworth.

Washington Creighton Hale Workman Merietta Workman Navy Department Lee Workman Lone Tree Workman J. A. Marsh Ainsworth

Missing Oelwein musician James Palides Jr reported

Mr. and Mrs. James Palides of Oelwein were notified by the bureau of navigation Sunday that their son, James Palides Jr., a musician second class, is missing.

Oelwein James Palides Bureau of Navigation James, Jr

Greyhound Bus strike expands across network from Boston to Chicago

AFL street railway and bus workers strike widens across Central Greyhound Lines from Chicago to New York and Boston after failed talks in Washington. Berrong cites unresolved wage dispute and claims the company abrogated the contract. federal conciliators to meet in Washington.

Cleveland Street, Electric Railway and Motor Coach Employee AFL Central Greyhound Bus Lines, Inc Boston Chicago Washington Mael Berrong R. W. Budd Berrang New York Berrong

Engineer Praised For His Bravery at Joliet Yard

Joliet Illinois UP report hails 32 year old engineer Wayne Manuel for reversing his locomotive to avert a crash as six acid filled tank cars rolled from a switch engine toward the TNT plant. One car leaked acid but Manuel emerged unhurt.

Manuel Cemean

Wallace Sees Peace Task Beyond Defeating Hitler

Vice-president Henry A. Wallace argued in the Atlantic Monthly that defeating Hitler is only half the battle. He urged democracies to invest substantial resources to secure a lasting peace and a permanent victory, stating if they can fund the war they can fund the peace.

Boston Henry A. Wallace Adolf Hitler Riting Atlantic Monthly

Walter L. Cherry Honored For 50 Years in Business

Walter L. Cherry of the Cherry Burrell corporation was honored at a Dec 19 testimonial dinner at the Racquet Club Chicago marking 50 years in business. The event honored his leadership with a diamond pin and commemorative book. Cherry’s career began when he left Coe College to join his father’s dairy equipment business, later forming Cherry Burrell with a merger in Chicago.

Hicago Walter L. Isee Cherry-Burrell Corporation Chicago Loomis Burrell Cherry J. W. Ladd E. B. Cameron Cedar Rapids Coe College

West Coast Private Planes Are Grounded

On orders of the civil aeronautics authority all private airplanes and pilots in the west coast combat zone extending 150 miles inland from Canada to the Mexican border were grounded for the duration of the war. Private flying schools and college ground schools were ordered closed. mail and passenger carriers remained unaffected.

San Francisco INS Civil Aeronautics Authority West Coast

Nazi Executions In Holland For Aiding Britons

Netherlands agency Aneta from Lisbon reported four Dutch citizens were executed by German troops in the Netherlands for aiding British flyers. The killings marked the first in Holland since September when five Dutchmen were shot for assisting downed pilots. a Russian report also said a German troop train derailment caused fifty deaths or injuries.

London Netherlands Aneta Lisbon Holland

Son Awaiting Word From Pearl Harbor Returns

Lowell, AP reports William Gerow, 54, awaits telegram from son David, a Pearl Harbor sailor, confirming he is alive. The family, hopeful for a merry Christmas, soon heads out to view Christmas lights when a collision injures Mr and Mrs Gerow, sending them to a hospital.

Lowell Mass William Gerow David Pearl Harbor Gerow Ellen

Lie Detector Clears Steffey of Murder in Chicago Case

David R. Steffey III, a college student tied to philosophy and accused in a rape spree, was cleared of murder by a lie detector test. Authorities said the test satisfied his innocence in the murder of Mrs. Bergit Kyvik, while he faced formal charges on three of twenty three rapes or attempts.

Chicago David R. Steffey III Bergit Kyvik Steffey

Good Old Santa Arrived On Time

Bobby Le Burns six year old son of Mr and Mrs August Burns of Tiltonsville died after Christmas. He had requested a sled high top boots and an electric train which Santa delivered in a Martins Ferry hospital where a lighted tree stood. The family had moved up his Christmas due to an incurable disease.

Martins Ferry Bobby le Burns Bobby August Burns Tiltonsville Santa Claus

Uniformed service men to gain reduced admission in Iowa City

Iowa City brief notes uniformed men will be admitted to city theaters at reduced prices for the remainder of the emergency. Joseph Springmyer 69 a Tiffin born former Johnson County resident died Sunday at his Grand Detour home services were held Tuesday at the Catholic chapel with burial in Tiffin cemetery Survivors include a son Manly of Oxford and two brothers Philo and Edward both of Tiffin

Iowa City Joseph Springmyer Johnson County Tiffin Springmyer Grand Detour Manly Oxford Philo Edward

Thos. Sherman Record as Rail Exec Dies at 74

ALGONA Iowa AP Thomas C Sherman 74 retired railroad executive and banker died Monday He served as assistant secretary of the Milwaukee railroad from 1906 to 1912 and later worked with Iowa banks in Ringsted Swea City Livermore Bancroft and Algona He also supervised closed banks for the Iowa department from 1927 to 1933

Algona (Ap Thomas C. Sherman Richard Sherman Milwaukee Railroad Iowa Ringsted Swea City Livermore Bancroft and Algona Sherman Iowa Department

Canadian Leader in Hong Kong Killed in Defense

Ottawa reports Brigadier J. K. Gawson, commander of the Canadian contingent in Hongkong defense, killed with heavy Canadian casualties. Col. P. Hernesy, Lawson staff, also dead as Canadian forces faced first major combat in the war after entering Hongkong in mid November.

Ottawa Canadian Defense Headquarters J. K. Gawson Hongkong Col. P. Hernesy Lawson Oriental

Tibbett Under Knife After Appendicitis Operation

New York Metropolitan Opera star Lawrence Tibbett underwent an emergency appendicitis operation and was reported in very satisfactory condition Tuesday. The famed bari tone singer is recovering after the surgical procedure in New York.

Tibbett New York Lawrence Tibbett Metropolitan Opera

Iowa Stadium Indebtedness Paid With 40000 Back Maturities

The Iowa-Des Moines National Bank and Trust company announced payment of 40000 in back maturities for the University of Iowa football stadium issue covering 1932 1933 1934 and 1935. Interest has been paid current. The original 500000 issue was sold in 1929.

DES Moines Iowa-Des Moines National Bank and Trust Company University of Iowa Te University Athletic Council

Iowa Officers Who Gave 'Protection' Are Denied Parole

Former Sioux City detectives Claude Bledsoe and Perry Davis, each serving three years for conspiracy to protect criminals, had their clemency petitions denied in district court. They sought parole from Governor George A. Wilson after conviction on April 11, 1940 for complicity with prostitutes and narcotics peddlers.

Des Moines George A. Wilson Claude Bledsoe Perry Davis Sioux City Davis Bledsoe

Health Officials To Hold War Council

Des Moines health leaders announce a January 5 meeting of county and district officials to place the Iowa health department on a war footing. Topics include tuberculosis control venereal disease safeguards and wartime epidemic barriers with speakers James O Henry Carson Don M Harris F J Austin and C W Kammeier.

Des Moines Iowa Health Department Walter L. Bierring James O. Henry Carson Iowa County Officers Association Don M. Harris le Mars F. J. Austin Fort Dodge C. W. Kammeier Iowa Tuberculosis Association

Notice of Annual Meeting at First Trust and Levices Bank

The annual meeting of the stockholders of the First Trust and Levices Bank will be held at its office on Third Street at Twelfth Avenue Southeast in Cedar Rapids Iowa on January 13 1942 at 3 oclock in the afternoon for the election of directors and other business. F J Dvorak cashier.

First Trust and Levices Bank Third Street Twelfth Avenue Ceder Rapids County of Linn State of Iowe F. J. Dvorak

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