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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1952
Page
2
President elect Eisenhower weighs a nationwide tax overhaul with states gaining exclusive taxing powers in some areas and the federal government ceding gasoline taxes. The plan aims to simplify tax laws and cut overlaps, likely requiring constitutional amendments and congress approval.
In New York police faced disorder as about 4000 children crowded the Central Park skating rink for Christmas skates. Reserve officers restored order after the crowd surged onto the ice amid the holiday rush.
Harold James Hansford and Mary B Hansford are notified by successors in interest to Albert C Johnson and Orlena S Johnson that they intend to forfeit their rights as contract vendees for a Linn County Iowa property described as Sec 26 83 7. Default on monthly payments of 30 dating April 1944 triggers cancellation unless payment and conditions are fulfilled by February 5, 1952.
Notice is hereby given that Doris Willer has been appointed and qualified as Executrix of the estate of Paul E. Willer late of Linn County Iowa deceased. All persons indebted to said estate are requested to make immediate payment and all claims against the estate must be filed duly authenticated in the office of Linn County District Court Iowa Donnelly Lynch and Dallas Attorneys.
Public notices state the executor is S Smith named as executor of Robert Smiths estate in Linn County Iowa with December 19 1952 appointment. Creditors are asked to file claims with the Linn County Clerk. Attorneys Dennis and Mackenzie represent the executor.
Senator Pat McCarran urged the Senate to grant broader authority to pursue possible subversives among United Nations employees. He said the Internal Security Subcommittee is temporarily thwarted in uncovering facts and must obtain uncompromising responses and contempt penalties. A federal grand jury recently charged a concentration of disloyal Americans in high U N positions.
The Air Force begins jet training for all fighter pilots as cadets complete propeller driven instruction. Single engine pilots switch to jets after eight months of basic and primary courses while multi engine crews remain on piston engines for bombers and transports. The main jet trainer is the T-33, a two seater version of the F-80.
President elect Eisenhower plans to appoint about 14 agriculture experts to guide farm policy and assist Secretary Ezra Benson in reorganizing the Agriculture Department. Notables reportedly include Allan B. Kline Herschel Newsom James Patton and John Hannah among others as the panel aligns with the GOP plank calling for a bipartisan agricultural commission.
On December 26 1952 an executrix was appointed and qualified for the estate of Arthur Wright Erskine of Linn County Iowa. Creditors are asked to promptly pay debts and file claims with proper authentication in the Linn County court office.
Dr. S. Kwei of the Hong Kong Standard urged U S leadership to help liberate the Chinese mainland from the Communists. He warned time is short as aging critics resist and younger generations embrace Communist indoctrination, noting Russia’s influence and potential moves against Hong Kong and Japan.
In Nairobi and across Kenya 30,000 white residents fear Mau Mau violence during the Christmas New Year period. Authorities report killings of Kikuyu loyalists and tighten security as troops and police sweep hills, enforce night travel bans, and screen villagers.
Belgrade Yugoslavia severe drought cripples food supply forcing the government to cut military spending about 10 percent next year and raise taxes on luxury imports. Defense minister says the 1600 million dollar defense budget is a peace budget amid shortages and imports needed.
Hollywood dispatch says Lana Turner collapsed on the set of Latin Lovers at MGM studio. Doctor John MacDonald diagnosed the illness as a bad virus flu tied to nerves.
Classifieds and notices from the Gazette page include lost and found items, services, and helper ads. Entries mention jewelry, pets, tools, furniture, and local contractors with addresses and phone numbers, plus employment and personal notices.
You will enjoy working in our exceptionally modern service department. All desirable benefits. See Mr. Hoskins. Handler Motor Co. 712 Second Ave. SE.
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