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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1935
Page
9
A family brings Christmas to several children who face a sorrowful year, filling the home with laughter, a warm hearth, and a glittering tree to share the season. The letter-writers seek guidance on conduct and taste, with Miss Manners offering practical advice on balance between duty, family, and personal interest.
Mrs. N C Holst entertained relatives Sunday for her mother Mrs. Rieka Rohwedder on her 86th birthday. Guests included Mrs. Rohwedder's daughter Mrs. Harry Levsen and family of Wyoming, Olin's sons Ernst Otto and Albert, granddaughter Helen Rohwedder, Rock Island nephew John Rohwedder and wife, nephew Henry Rohwedder and family, and Mrs. Louise Levsen and Mrs. Johanna Levsen of Wyoming.
Katharine Hepburn stars as a boy in Sylvia Scarlett with Brian Aherne and Cary Grant opposing. The film debuts RCA High Fidelity sound. The Healer with Ralph Bellamy, Karen Morley, Judith Allen screens as companion feature. Dionne Quintuplets Second Christmas Party and Bon Bon Parade color cartoon added attractions.
A group of underweight junior high students showed a weekly gain of a pound and better vitality when their diet included a full range of natural vitamin sources. Dr. Charles G. Kerley notes vitamin B deficiency causes poor appetite, low resistance, and susceptibility to infections, including tuberculosis, urging better B vitamin intake from natural foods.
The article discusses child nutrition and the dangers of sugar masking hunger. It advocates natural foods, cow's milk, butter, cream, and whole grain cereals, with vegetables fresh from the earth, while noting many families struggle to follow these guidelines. It also suggests vitamin supplements for long-term low vitality.
A letter describes using an elastic bandage and a sponge pad to ease Morton’s neuralgia and metatarsalgia from a fallen transverse arch. It mentions Stride splints, unsatisfactory felt pads, and asks for views on a medical service funded by public expense debates.
Paramount screens Thanks a Million with Dick Powell and Ann Dvorak. Iowa offers Seven Keys to Baldpate with Gene Raymond and Margaret Callahan, Waterfront Lady with Ann Rutherford. George O'Brien and Irene Ware star Whispering Smith Speaks. Palace presents Naughty Marietta with Jeanette MacDonald and Nelson Eddy, plus The Best Man Wins with Jack Holt and Edmund Lowe. Rialto shows Gold Diggers of 1935 with Powell and Gloria Stuart and No Man's Range with Bob Steele. Olympic features Sorrell and Son with H B Warner and Peter Penrose, and Outlawed Guns with Buck Jones and Ruth Channing.
In a 1935 contract bridge article, South as dealer leads from a flawed plan after a pass auction. East misreads a diamond lead as a singleton, later correcting, while West gains control with a trump and clubs. Declarer mismanages trumps and hearts, ending down two. better heart play would limit losses.
A mixed word puzzle listing across and down clues for a 19th century melody creator and related terms. Includes entries for instruments, animals, colors, and daily items, with numerous cross references and numeric hints.
The Stars Say predicts a day of blessings with surprising turns and favors from employers or superiors. Elders may give generosity, travel may occur, and those born on this date can expect a prosperous year with promotion and increased prestige. Children born today may show unusual talent and high favor with power.
Will Rogers in Doubting Thomas and Spencer Tracy with Ketti Gallian in Marie Galante anchor the Olympic theater Christmas lineup running Wednesday through Saturday. Also features a Mickey Mouse cartoon news and Red Rider chapter 5, plus a West drama Moonlight on the Prairie at State theater Christmas day.
A double feature program showcases the entertaining musical romance Music Is Magic starring blonde blue eyed Alice. The program follows a western Western tale and adds light musical numbers for a lively cinema outing at the state theater.
Earl Maynard tumbled down the steps at Poplar Bluff City Hall and cried for help. A physician was summoned but replaced by a blacksmith who set the break in the iron bolt of Maynard's wooden leg.
Arthur Ramsdell of Tama files suit against Joseph Peshel seeking 300 after a June 22 accident west of Garwin in which Ramsdell says Peshel's truck negligence caused a collision with Louis Lade driving Ramsdell's car. Ramsdell claims 150 for car damage and 1.50 daily rental costs to commute.
The undersigned executor in Linn County Iowa announces on December 28 1685 the death of Katharine Ziskovaky. Debts must be paid immediately to the executor The clerk of Linn County Iowa is the place to file claims. The Peoples Savings Bank of Cedar Rapids Iowa is named as executor and W Bass is the attorney.
Judge John T. Moffit authorizes sales and settlements in Cedar county bank receiverships. Durant Savings transfers Muscatine property to H. D. and Mabel E. Webster for 3500 dollars. Bennett Savings consent sought to accept 2100 from William Eggert for 6000 debt. Appraisers named to value Bennett assets. Helmer and Gortner State bank properties in Mechanicsville to Robert Kramer for 1400 and 600. Durant Savings accepts 800 to settle 1225 owed by Lee Norton.
The Rev. Chris Silas resigned as pastor of the Christian church on Sunday and has accepted a pastorate with churches at Mapleton and Ute in western Iowa. He plans to move his family to a new home soon.
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