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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 25, 1957
Page
34
New York experts explain rinsing floors thoroughly before waxing to prevent tackiness and dull finish. They warn against over-waxing and advise regular dusting, proper stain removal, and careful use of cleaners and ammonia with high resin self polishing waxes for easier touchups and longer-lasting shine.
Dona Paulsen served as bridesmaid in turquoise, sharing the gown with the bride. Norman Feddern was best man and James Frank of Marion was groomsman, with ushers Donald Price and Gerald Sisco. Theresa Lubbock flower girl and Norman Price ring bearer. Chester Price and Larry Bridge candlelighters. A reception for 100 followed at the church basement. The bride, employed by Iowa National Mutual Insurance, will live near Coggan after Friday. the groom works for Collins Radio.
Dr Marion Langer a sociologist argues women should marry men younger than themselves. She cites studies claiming marriages with younger husbands are often successful and notes widowhood trends and rising female longevity. She mentions polygamy as a potential societal solution and references her book Learning To Live as a Widow.
Esther Marie Price and James Edward Bridge married at Spring Grove church Coggon at 2 p.m. The ceremony featured pink and white flowers, a lace bodice gown for the bride with a lace veil and white Bible bouquet. Norma Miskimen served as maid of honor with a beige gown.
Mr and Mrs B L Anderson hosted a Cedar Rapids Country Club dinner Saturday for Mr and Mrs Burkett Farquhar and their two children Robin and Jamie who recently moved from Green Bay Wisconsin to 523 Knollwood Drive SE and 355 Woodland Drive SE in Cedar Rapids.
New York based Eye-Bank for Sight Restoration reports Eleanor Roosevelt has pledged to donate her eyes after death. The widow of Franklin D. Roosevelt serves on the bank's council and notes pledges used to restore sight from corneal defects. The group said it collected over 15,000 pledges in 1956 for transplants.
Miss Redlen Young a McKinley High School senior is the Northeast district winner of the Good Citizenship essay contest sponsored by the Daughters of the American Revolution. She will compete for a $100 bond or $75 scholarship in the state contest in Des Moines next month. Her essayWhy I Cherish My American Freedomwas read at a luncheon by Mayflower and Ashley chapters. Nine Linn County high school girls entered the contest.
A brief note advises socks be at least half an inch longer than the foot for comfort and service. It also urges washing socks promptly to prevent perspiration and dirt from affecting fibers. Copyright New York Herald Tribune.
Peggy Swanbom, dubbed Mrs Mobile Homemaker of 1957, discusses living in a mobile home with husband Captain Bob Swanbom and their daughter. They favor roving life for work shifts and future savings, noting trailer costs and monthly lot rents while preparing to preside over the National Mobile Homes Show at New York Coliseum.
Service Seeker circle of the King's Daughters was organized Friday at the home of Mrs. S. M. Ford. Officers include Mrs. Ford president and Mrs. George Prastka vice president with other officers and representatives named. Installed by Linn county president E D Holvenstot, members include Mines Thomas J Easterly Frank T Lange Alton B Fuller and George Grubich. First meeting set for March 22.
Over the Back Fence presents a breakfast cake recipe popular in Pennsylvania Dutch households. It lists ingredients including sugar butter flour milk brown sugar cinnamon and baking powder with instructions to mix bake and serve warm.
Wilbur C. Delp Jr a first year College of Law student at New York University has been initiated into the Phi Delta Phi legal fraternity. He is the son of Wilbur C Delp Sr of 1730 Fifth Avenue SE.
Mary Le Mumm and Theodore H. Smyth exchanged marriage vows Sunday at Trinity Lutheran Church in a double ring ceremony. The bride wore tulle and lace with a sweep train, while attendants wore blue gowns. After a church reception, the couple planned travel wear and the bride works for Northwestern Bell while the groom serves in the Navy in San Diego.
Patricia Randolph of Marion and Donald Hall of Urbana were married at First Methodist Church in Marengo in a 3 p.m. ceremony. The ceremony featured white gladiolas, a double-ring rite, and music by Mrs. Keith Young and Judy Maloy. The bride wore a velvet gown with pearl trim and carried white carnations and miniature roses. Matron of honor was Mrs. Frank Disterhoff with bridesmaid Mrs. Richard Plattenberger. Best man was Frank Hall.
Miss Alta Roderick and James Prestemon married Sunday at 2 30 p m in Zion Reform Church with a candlelight ceremony and white gladiolus decor The bride wore a silk over taffeta gown with lace jacket a pearled crown veil and a sunburst bouquet Ushers included Leroy Roderick and Dean Prestemon The couple plans to live near Waukon after a Florida wedding trip and Mrs Prestemon will work as district cashier for Western Union in Dubuque.
The wedding featured Jling of Urbana as groomsman with ushers Keith and Duane Kramer of Urbana. Parlor plans for 125 guests described. The bride wore a light blue suit with navy accessories. Both are employed by Collins Radio Company and will reside in the Marion trailer court.
Movie notice lists Guy Madison in Wild Bill Hickok airing Tuesday at 6 on Channel 9. It highlights the western thriller and Channel 9 scheduling for the prime time slot.
Advertisement notes a 12 page illustrated section in the March issue featuring home remodeling and building ideas. It promotes plans to add space, remodel, and enhance lasting value for today’s families.
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