23 Dec 1971
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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1971
Page
1
The U S treasurer's office, famed for its pale pink walls and decorative setting, has been held by women for 22 years. The role pays 36000 yearly but wields limited power beyond signing currency, a fact cited as political and symbolic by officials and historians.
Nuptial vows joined Janet Gail Barry and Steven Harrison Musson in a 6 o clock ceremony at St Pauls United Methodist church. Bride from Portland Oregon wore satin empire gown with Venise lace. reception for 75 followed at Indian House. The couple will reside in Iowa City after a brief honeymoon. both graduates of Upper Iowa College.
Dear Abby addresses secretary courtesy in business calls and the folly of personal assumptions about a boss’s whereabouts. The columnist also notes a reader’s remark about aging and a steady weight since age twenty-five.
Miss Lorry Ruth Stoneking daughter of Mr and Mrs Leonard Stoneking Jr of 1523 Sixth Street NW married Richard Glen Gooden at Cedar Christian church in a 630 PM ceremony led by Rev Neville G Clayton. The couple reside at 326 Third Street SW and both hold jobs. he attended Kirkwood Community College.
Linda Koranda and Thomas Zaruba married in a private 7:30 ceremony on December 14 at the Carter home officiated by Mayor Herbert Carter. Parents are Mr and Mrs Junior Koranda and Mr and Mrs Mike Zaruba. A reception followed. Open house for the couple is set for January 9 at St. Mark's Lutheran Church in Belle Plaine.
Dr. S L Andelman details endocarditis and myocarditis as inflammations of heart layers, caused by infections. Symptoms include fever chills night sweats and breathing difficulties. antibiotics are key, with possible valve damage or heart failure in severe cases. Most respond well, though rare outcomes include permanent heart issues or death.
Girl Scouts Junior Troop 318 received an American flag that once flew over the Capitol in Washington. The banner was presented by Congressman John Culver's office to Paula Kephart, who had requested the flag. The group met at Harrison School.
A blind 81 year old Detroit woman named Rose Richards dressed as Santa and delivered fruit candy and 50 gift packages to inmates at Southern Michigan prison in Jackson. She has made four annual trips this year, driven 85 miles each trip, and after a newspaper story raised over $400 for gifts she plans more aid and will deliver 50 Bibles at the next visit at Easter.
In San Antonio Texas maternity ward deliveries will be gift wrapped this week at Southwest Texas Methodist hospital. Continuing a tradition Christmas babies will be brought to their mothers in large red stockings instead of blankets officials said.
Mrs Richard M Nixon orders removal of plastic shields protecting new draperies in the Red Room calling them hideous She insists the White House be kept like a home and would not install plastic to shield visitors from touching silk and tassels The issue was detailed by Maxine Cheshire in the Washington Post noting adviser concerns about fingerprints and potential damage President Nixon’s wife may fund a replacement if needed
The article discusses expert dummy play in bridge and how top players choose the strongest line of play when faced with multiple viable options. It highlights strategic decision making and practical examples from the authors’ insights.
Cynthia McGovern a 23 year old assistant press secretary at the Muskie for President HQ in Manchester denies relation to Sen George S McGovern but uses the shared name in a campaign action. She phoned radio stations with a taped statement critical of McCloskey’s remarks edited by Muskie staff.
Winners listed for Mitchell movement include North-South George Albert and Keith Hanson first with Mrs. Edward J. Hanna and Mrs. John Stamy second and East-West William Hastings and Joe Verbick first with Steve Parker and Henry Nicholson second. Next game Wednesday at 7 30. No game Saturday. Howell movement winners Tuesday Mrs. Shelby Northrup and Joe Verbick first and Mrs. Russ Ross and Gus Richers second. Next game Tuesday evening.
A long example from Helen Sobel Smith demonstrates expert endplay in bridge. She sacrificed a heart lead to force West into a losing sequence, ending with a precise diamond play and an automatic end play, showcasing clairvoyance in choosing diamonds over clubs.
In a four player auction West North East Pass, South dealer holds a weak hand with spades. Responding from partner who has many high cards, suggests bidding six no trump if an ace is named. The problem asks what the dealer should bid with VKQI10765 and YQI2 in the given sequence. Tomorrow's answer will reveal the recommended bid.
Medieval England called Christmas Christes Masse later Christ's Mass. In Europe Noel for French, Yulen Jus for Scandinavians, Natale for Italians, Weihnacht for Germans. Ethiopia reportedly marks Christmas thirteen times yearly, once monthly and twice in April.
London report to parliament by Michael Reed, registrar general, finds more unmarried women than wives die between 25 and 64. It notes higher deaths from blood clots, strokes, ulcers, heart disease, and intestinal trouble among single women, and greater risk of breast or womb cancer with age.
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