Adventure on the Ocean: Maida Becomes Matilda in a Plucky Scheme
Maida Linn buys Matilda McCabe's Bermuda voyage for a thousand dollars and assumes the identity Tillman Hill. At the dock, a mistaken romance and the clash with photographers spark a chaotic welcome as the truth behind the spoof unfolds. Wallis Kane gallantly endures the glare of tabloids while the two McCabes clash with the press and a curious public.
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Maida Linn
Matilda McCabe
Miss McCabe
Maida
Tillman
Matilda
Linn
Pen Maida
Wallis Kane
Miss Matilda
Tilly Hill
Tillman L. Hill
McCabes
Stover Line
Aymon
Mac
Mr. Metziger
Kane
M. McCabe
Mr. Kane
Wallis
Cutie
Edgar A. Guest Poem Notebook Teaches Resolve
A U S poetically notes the value of service over shirking work. The voice contrasts hardship with pride in duty and hints at seasonal routines as garden catalogs arrive. A second verse pokes fun at golf obsession, claiming skill matters more than equipment.
Pavlova Covered 25 Miles In Each Major Performance
Renowned ballet dancer Pavlova reportedly covered 25 miles during each of her major stage performances. The claim emphasizes her endurance and demanding touring schedule across venues.
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Pavlova
Make This Model At Home Pattern 4399
Pattern 4399 is available in junior miss sizes 11 to 17 with 234 yards of 39 inch fabric for size 13. Send fifteen cents to Pattern Department Cedar Rapids Gazette New York for pattern, extra ten cents for latest Pattern Book.
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Cedar Rapids Gazette
West 17Th Street
New York
N. Y
High School Rifle Club members excel in pro marks
Four members of the Y M C A High School Rifle Club, Jack Piper, Ray Beals, James Olney, and Ernest Roman, qualified for pro marks. Virginia Hageman, daughter of Mr and Mrs Swartz, was chosen secretary of Mount Morris college freshmen. Mrs C J Stewart spent six weeks in Florida. Derrick man James Misbach injured when lifting gear failed. Miss Alice King, dean emeritus of Coe college, is convalescing in Altadena California.
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Jack Piper
Ray Beals
James Olney
Ernest Roman
Virginia Hageman
C. M. Swartz
Mount Morris College
C. J. Stewart
Florida
James Misbach
King Crown Plaster Company
Pair of Country Kids tops Greene’s Opera House bill
Robert W. Yourex departs for an extended stay in Los Angeles Calif. Mr and Mrs John Victor and daughter escape serious injury when their light rig is hit by a streetcar at Third street and Twelfth avenue Mr Victor unhurt. Merchants National Bank moves to Cedar Rapids Savings Bank building old site to Commercial National Bank.
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Greene’s Opera House
Robert W. Yourex
Los Angeles
Calif
John Victor
Third Street
Twelfth Avenue
Victor
Merchants National Bank
Cedar Rapids Savings Bank
Commercial National Bank
Byrd Mass to Be Sung at Grace Church by Coe Choir
Coe College a cappella choir will perform the Byrd mass at Grace Episcopal Church next Sunday in a solemn high mass marking the first anniversary of Rev. W. L. S. Jones as minister. The service begins at 9 50 a.m. and will be broadcast on WMT at 10 a.m. R L Moehlmann directs arrangements, Paul S. Ray conducts, Almont Healy handles radio announcements, and Eleanor Taylor serves as organist.
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United States
New York City
Church of England
Grace Episcopal Church
Coe College
WMT
W. L. S. Jones
Grace Church
R. L. Moehlmann
Paul S. Ray
Almont Healy
Eleanor Taylor
Milwaukee Earnings Rise for January Net Income
The Chicago Milwaukee St. Paul and Pacific Railroad reported January net operating income of 1,217,732 dollars, up 780,719 from January of the previous year, indicating stronger early year performance.
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Chicago
Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroad Company
Should Show More Spirit Much Too Meek
Dear Miss Manners column discusses Ida who apologizes constantly and fears offending others. The reader urges Ida to show more spirit and take blame to gain individuality. The note references Buddy Lucky Man and a threat from Purple calling for a reply.
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Ida
Miss Manners
Buddy
Lucky Man
Lucky Man Sparring Session Noted After Breathing Spell
Sparring from Lucky Man resumes after a breathing spell in his corner. The interruption paused activity briefly as coaches observed rhythm and technique before continuing the session.
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Lucky Man
Dear Miss Manners Advice Column Closer Reading
A reader asks how to pursue a distant beau while keeping ties with local friends. The columnist suggests inviting him to school events or home gatherings, warns against dropping all other suitors, and notes you can enjoy home friendships alongside liking the distant boy.
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Miss
Manners
Notice of Probate of Will in Linn County Iowa
Notice is given that on March 1 1940 at 9 a m instruments purporting to be the Last Will and Testament and Codicil of John M Redmond deceased will come on for hearing before the District Court for proof and admission to probate. Dated Cedar Rapids Iowa February 26 1940 Edwin W Lundquist Clerk District Court Jos Mekota Attorney.
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State of Iowa
Linn County
District Court
John M. Redmond
Said County
Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Candy decay article excerpt sparks quirky family ideas
Willie Willis recalls tearing a page from his father's magazine. The fragment discussed candy decay in teeth, fueling the household with odd notions and lingering humor.
Roosevelt Charged With Inaction On Public Education
The National Education Association legislative commission accused President Roosevelt of inaction in behalf of public education. It warned relief conditions could be prevented or cured only through decisive federal action.
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ST. Louis, Mo
National Education Association Legislative Commission
Roosevelt
Roosevelt urged to back federal aid for education
A commission report read at the American Association of School Administrators convention said President Roosevelt ignored its call for federal support of schools. Dr. George W. Stoddard opposed compulsory sterilization, arguing that many adults are capable but need better upbringing and environment.
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Commission
American Association of School Administrators
Roosevelt
George W. Stoddard
Uniersity of
Iowa
General Mills Declares Quarterly Dividend on Preferred Stock
Minneapolis AP General Mills Inc announces the regular quarterly dividend of 1.25 dollars per share on its 5 percent cumulative preferred stock payable April 1 to holders of record March 8.
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Minneapolis
General Mills, Inc
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