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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 31, 1966

Page

2

Hero Tells How He Died Saving Men From Grenade

Capt. Charles Banks of Holland Michigan describes the December 21 grenade incident in Can Tho Vietnam. He covers the blast with his body to save five men then throws the fuse to safety. Banks earns a Bronze Star and is recommended for the Medal of Honor.

Hero Bob Gassaway Can Tho Vietnam Charles Banks Holland, Mich U.S Banks South Vietnam 13Th Aviation Battalion Saigon Ft. Lewis Wash

Saturday Theater Schedule Across Regions

The page lists cinema showtimes for Paramount Penelope After the Fox Arrivederci Baby Doctor Zhivago The Reward Not with My Wife You Dont Tom Jones Irma La Douce Immoral Mr Teas Eve and the Handyman Women of the World and local drivein schedule with times and short films noted.

Marion Tom Jones Irma la Douce Mr. Teas

George Jessel Suite Robbed in Midtown Hotel Heist

Entertainer George Jessel reported his Henry Hudson hotel suite robbed of jewelry and clothing valued at about $2000. Police said thieves entered the room Thursday night and stole items including a wrist watch that had been given to Jessel by General Omar Bradley.

New York George Jessel Henry Hudson Hotel Midtown Manhattan Omar Bradley

Bing Crosby guest hosts Hollywood Palace on KCRG-TV

The television lineup features guest host Bing Crosby with Dorothy Collins and The Mills Brothers performing on HOLLYWOOD PALACE. Airing Saturday at 8 30 PM in color on KCRG TV Channel 9.

Bing Crosby Dorothy Collins the Mills Brothers Hollywood Palace Kcrg-Tv Doris Day Rock Hudson

Hope Finds It Harder To Laugh

Bob Hope returned from Vietnam after Christmas shows amid artillery fire in Chu Chi. He called the war very dirty with many truce violations during the 48 hour cease fire. Hope praised the troops morale while his troupe performed multiple shows and hospital duties.

Chu Chi Vietnam

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