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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 02, 1937

Page

4

Four-state manhunt for dynamite trio after deadly blast

Sioux Falls police sought Lee Bradley Harry Reeves and William Nesbeth across Nebraska Minnesota Iowa and South Dakota for a New Year’s Eve bombing that killed Harold Baker and wounded Helen Sieler. A 10-year-old witness and others provided clues while a rented car linked to the gang surfaced in Sioux City.

Sioux Falls S. D Nebraska Minnesota Iowa South Dakota Lee Bradley Harry “Slim” Reeves William Nesbeth Sioux City Helen Sieler Harold Baker California Miss Sieler Baker Harry Falconer City Laboratory Edward Tobin Tom Tobin

Quiz Ex-Convict On Mattson Kidnapping Case

A suspect in the Mattson kidnapping is questioned by federal agents after being found on a street. He is unarmed and tallies with descriptions of the kidnapper, including height five feet eight, swarthy appearance, stubble, and a left handed quirk. Police withheld his name.

Mattson

Linn County Home appoints new matron and steward

Mrs. William H. Bleakly of Marion was named matron of the Linn county home by the board of supervisors on Thursday. Mr. Bleakly was appointed steward, succeeding Mr. and Mrs. I. E. Isham who resigned effective Jan. 31.

William H. Bleakly Marion Linn County Board of Supervisors Bleakly Bleaklys I. E. Isham

Births for Donnan and Harger Families

A daughter named Janice Ann was born December 31 to Mr. and Mrs. William Donnan of 1105 A avenue NW at Mercy hospital. Another daughter was born December 31 to Mr. and Mrs. Robert Harger of 509 Twentieth street NE at St. Luke's hospital.

William Donnan A Avenue NW Janice Ann Mercy Hospital Robert Harger Twentieth Street St. Luke’s Hospital

Pirates Coast 1690 1720 Off United States

Between 1690 and 1720 more than 2000 pirates operated off the U S coast from Maine to Florida.

United States Maine Florida

Coughlin Urges Christian Ethics for Labor Disputes

Father Charles E. Coughlin returned to the air from the Shrine of the Little Flower in Royal Oak urging Christian principles to guide industrial disputes. He warned labor about social security timing, called laborers to seek what they own, and urged industry leaders to rectify their views amid the Michigan auto industry strike threats. He promised continued support for labor and the working man.

Royal Oak Mich Charles E. Coughlin Michigan Coughlin Roosevelt National Union For Social Justice Labor

No Trace In Fur Racket By Artful Swindlers

Detectives report no trace of the two men involved in the fur swindle against Emil Visek of 97 Third Avenue Southwest. One posed as a Gilberg Tailoring representative in Iowa City, fleecing Visek of $55 by selling eight furs valued at $1 each. They were not registered guests at the Jefferson hotel, and no sighting of the men has been confirmed.

Visek The Jefferson

Radio Schedule Fragments Highlight NBC CBS and WJZ Lineups

A dense list of radio programs across NBC CBS and affiliated stations shows music, talk, and variety slots from morning to late night. Notable hosts include Uncle Jim, Paulist Suctene, Rita Rio, and Jerry Blaine, with orchestras led by Coleman and Arnheim and ensembles like the University of Dotsense round table.

NBC Israel WJZ Chain Hampton A WEAF Perenaders CBS WBBM KM Ow WABC KMOX WGST WOC Irvis Cobb NBS Weet Weaf Chain Chain WJZ Eo Coleman Orch as—Lee Brown Orch Weaf Ain Rita Rio Orch Bhandor Oe Arnheim Orch Jerry” Blaine Orch Jerry Johnson Orch Grit Williams Benny Goodman WCCO

Sunday Morning Radio Schedule Highlights and Stations

A fragmentary listing shows a Sunday morning radio schedule with NBC CBS and affiliated stations. Programs include organ recitals, ensembles, concerts, a radio pulpit, and international broadcasts across WEAF WJZ WABC WA EMOX WGST and others.

Goldthwaite Ensemble NBC WEAF WJZ Chain CBS WJC Iaren Weaf Tone Pictures WABC Aunt Susan’s WA Emox WGST Harry Gilbert Accuniat Radio Pulpit WJZ Church of the Air WBBM KMOX WOC WCCO American Society of Ancient Instruments Walberg Brown String Ensemble

Tooth Paste Tubes Show Germany Four Year Plan Reach

Berlin reports the four year plan broadens beyond self sufficiency to cover many aims including mobilizing labor for crops, bone collection and waste reduction. Goering places a mineral oil control, while the plan blends economic aims with military needs. Experts doubt concrete schedules exist though some firms show plans. Imports and currency ties shape fears of inflation and living standards.

Berlin Germany Hitler Goering I. G. Farben General Goering United States Britain France Dr. Schacht Kaiser Loeb General Staff Reich Schacht

Divorce Of Lady X to Be Filmed by Korda in Hollywood

Hollywood rumor says Alexander Korda will shoot a romantic drama The Divorce of Lady X with Merle Oberon as Lady X and Robert Donat in the male lead. The project reportedly centers on two socialites and a marriage for publicity that turns real.

Los Angeles Alexander Korda Lady X Hollywood Mrs. Simpson the Duke of Windsor Merle Oberon Robert Donat Edward Small California Renee Torres Erman Pessis Sol Renee Polly Rowles Carnegie Tech Boris Karloff Universal Warren Hull Warner Brothers Polly

Perfect Alibis Confound Store Thief Case In Kinston

Police followed bloodhounds to the home of Edward Price and Isaiah Thomas but their alibis proved perfect. Both men were already jailed on disturbing the peace charge, negating the suspects’ link to the store burglary.

Kinston N. C Edward Price Isaiah Thomas

Delhi Boy Killed in Hunting Accident Near Delhi

Robert Musser fourteen year old son of Mr and Mrs D A Musser of Delhi was fatally shot while raccoon hunting three miles east of Delhi. He drew a shotgun from the automobile and was shot in the abdomen. No inquest was held. He was a Delhi high school sophomore and Boy Scout with siblings Boyden and Marius. Funeral services will be held in Decorah.

Manchester Robert Musser D. A. Musser Delhi Musser Boyden Peterson Decorah Robert Interstate Power Company Mitchell Marius

Bruce Kinsley Phones From Honolulu For New Year Greeting

Dr and Mrs J D Kinsley of 1556 Avenue NE were about to retire when Honolulu called. Bruce Kinsley, their son and assistant treasurer of the Hawaiian Pineapple company, phoned from 5000 miles away to wish Cedar Rapids friends a happy New Year. He spoke for about fifteen minutes.

J. D. Kinsley Avenue NE Honolulu Kinsley Bruce Kinsley Hawaiian Pineapple Company Coe College Cedar Rapids

Twelve Sunday Evening Lectures At First Lutheran Church

The First Lutheran church under Rev. Henry Scherer will host a series of twelve lectures on What It Means To Be a Christian. Lectures run Sundays 7 30 to 8 30 starting next week through March 21 covering topics from The Church of Jesus Christ to The Christian Hope.

Lutheran Church First Lutheran Church Henry Scherer Church of Jesus Christ Jesus God Christ the Savior

Theaters Feature A Mix Of Jack Benny And Laurel And Hardy

Paramount presents College Holiday with Jack Benny George Burns and Gracie Allen. IOWA offers That Girl From Paris with Lily Pons Jack Oakie and Gene Raymond. Counterfeit Lady stars Ralph Bellamy and Joan Perry. Laurel and Hardy star in Our Relations, Charlie Chan at the Opera with Warner Oland and Boris Karloff.

Paramount Jack Benny George Burns Gracie Allen Iowa Lily Pons Jack Oakie Gene Raymond Paris Ralph Bellamy Joan Perry State Laurel and Hardy

Burglar in Basement Turns Out to Be Cat in Trap

Seattle police rushing to a home after a caller reported a burglar found only a cat caught in a mousetrap in the basement. Sergeant Scott White and two officers secured the scene and confirmed the harmless misread.

Seattle Scott White

Prohibition of War Material Exports Backed by Public Opinion

The author argues for absolute prohibition on selling war materials abroad to prevent US involvement in foreign conflicts. He warns against discretionary presidential permits and urges the country to reject exporting weapons to any side, advocating peace and self-reliance in future fighting.

Eee United States

College Holiday on Paramount screen program delivers laughs

Jack Benny with Burns and Allen, Mary Boland, Martha Raye star in a fast moving comedy with Gracie Allen as a Greek goddess and a sauntering Benny dodging a sheriff. Etienne Girardot Louis DaPron and dancers contribute lively numbers while Ben Blue shines in comic bits. An added Crime Not Pay vignette and Paramount News reel accompany the program.

Jack Benny Burns Benny Mary Carola Gaye J. Davis Bowster Carola Faddist Hercules Dove Etienne Girardot Gracie Allen Daisy Schloggenheimer Martha Raye Ben Blue Hollywood Louis DaPron Olympe Bradna Eleanore Whitney Johnny Downs Paramount News Madrid

Dairy Fire Destroys Wapsimoor Dairy Near Clinton

Fire swept the Wapsimoor dairy seven miles southwest of Clinton causing about 10000 dollars in damage. Owner Jay O Shaff said portions were insured. The loss included 2000 pounds of butter and large quantities of milk cream and cheese.

Clinton Wapsimoor Here Late Fundy Jay O. Shaff

Police chief tests plan to curb drunk driving

Ridgewood New Jersey police chief Floyd Tremper unveils a safety scheme to drive home a holiday reveler and his car if he admits he has had enough. No calls were received as of today.

Ridgewood N. J Floyd Tremper Tremper

Fearful explosion sinks mailboat Marold II and crew feared dead

Coast Guard Captain William Ludwig said he feared all hands perished when the Beaver Island mailboat Marold II exploded while salvaging gasoline from the abandoned J. Oswald Boyd in upper Lake Michigan. Five crew members were aboard with possibly four other persons. the vessel burned through the night and lies wrecked with lifeboats missing.

Charlevoix Mich Coast Guard William Ludwig Beaver Island Marold II J. Oswald Boyd Upper Lake Michigan Ludwig Boyd

That Girl From Paris and Counterfeit Lady at the Iowa

Lily Pons stars in That Girl From Paris a sparkling musical comedy at the Iowa through Monday with Gene Raymond and Jack Oakie in supporting roles. The program also features Counterfeit Lady with Ralph Bellamy and Joan Perry, a lively detective yarn with humor and intrigue.

Lily Pons Paris Iowa Gene Raymond Lily Jack Oakie Miss Pons Frank Jenks Herman Bing Mischa Auer Lucille Ball The Ralph Bellamy Joan Perry Bellamy

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