03 Jan 1948
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 37 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1948
Page
1
A misty weather forecast pops up with a patchy front. The notice section lists divorces petitions and new marriage licenses alongside obituaries from Trace to Cedar Rapids with names like Nell Flinn Stewart and Lawrence Gilbert Stewart.
The December dairy inspection notes ordinance limits butterfat in milk and cream and sets plate counts for milk at under 50 000 bacteria per cubic centimeter. It records classifications with counts labeled very low and low, including explicit figures and inspectors names.
An auto collision on a highway west of Mantils left Charles Jahnke dead and injured others. The crash involved a car driven by Robot Harbaugh of Charter Oak and a van ridden by Monn Henge of Deprion. Survivors include Jahnke’s parents, siblings, and a university student in Sexton.
Snow removal crews impounded 18 more cars on Fourth Street as crews faced ongoing challenges with downtown street access. The operations halted briefly after a lumbering incident near First Street, with out-of-town owners affected and wrecker calls continuing into Friday night. A mother delivering nearby gave birth during the disruption, delaying cleanup efforts further.
City officials report Nis Park golf course work may start next fall pending grading along Zika avenue NW, delayed by frozen ground. Extensions granted for carthemavia by Frank Van Buskirk to April 15. Council approves a $959 water pump to move water to greens. Licenses and permits for cigarets and various residents are approved or returned. several names and addresses listed for permits and licenses.
The clipping recalls a former Navy man killed in a wartime incident. It mentions injuries to relatives, a cousin hospitalized, and similar dramatic details. The scattered OCR reads like a battlefield fatality with references to a bride, a hospital, and war-related injuries, though specifics are fragmented.
Miunws placards were locked on 105 Cedar Rapids doors during December as illness rates show a slight fall. Clyde White noted that reported mumps cases total 207 but true numbers are higher due to underreporting and multiple cases in homes. Chicken pox rose with 94 cases reported. measles and whooping cough also appeared.
Wholesale prices rose for the eighth straight week and stood within 2.5 percent of the May 1920 peak, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported. The index, covering 10 major communities, gained one percent in the week ended December 7, placing postwar levels at 168 percent of the prewar average. Prices for farm products and foods continued their steady rise while other items showed mixed changes.
An Iowa City item notes a couple seeking a marriage license after a fire escape climb. It also reports multiple obituaries and funeral services, including Mrs. Jane L. Poller of Swisher and Mrs. Habib Abdo of Cedar Rapids, with details on service times, locations, and burial plans.
Mary Flien Wixstead of 1440 Sunnasenie SE died after a brief illness. She resided in Cedar Ridge and was survived by her brother MW Wixstead and other relatives. Funeral services will be held at in City with burial at Riverside. Donations may be made to local charity.
In New York a police officer halted a man identified as Joseph Giannola, 35, who leaped onto the Lexington Avenue Line from Fifth Street with the intent of self harm. The car struck him but operators stopped the third rail. Giannola was captured after officers cut power and taken to Hew York hospital for mental observation as passengers looked on in shock.
A news conference with KT Keller, president, stated no immediate changes to Chrysler styling are planned. He noted current models have already updated styling with wider low pressure features across Plymouth, Chrysler, Dodge, and DeSoto lines, and the trend will likely continue through 1940.
A Perry incident involved a truck fire and a gas explosion that destroyed the Luck pot room and nearby property. Police investigated the blaze as an alcohol nuisance and liquor license issues surfaced with a proposed settlement and penalties.
Ambar Grotto and Auxiliary held an installation with Lumir Von Dracek monarch Peter Alder, Fay Junibert master of ceremonies, Charles Nilson venerable prophet, M. Banks Geesey marshal, Turrell Sawyer captain of guards, Lance Ft. Dailey sentinel. Auxiliary officers installed were Mrs. Margaret Aldershot president, Mrs. Ruby Sawyer vicepresident, Mrs. Huth Mier secretary, Mrs. Isabell Geesey treasurer. Installing officers included William L F Sonton deputy grand monarch, William W Crissmaan deputy grand mo yshell, Lea Minchart deputy gyend rhaphing, Mrs. Christine Earhart installing president, Mrs. Irene Minchart installing secretary.
City officials say holiday dog gifts are rising with more dogs being bought this year. Treasurer Wall Miller notes license fees climb to 189 dollars on the same day as the event. He estimates about 4,000 dogs in the city and mentions a new fee schedule for dogs and unspayed bitches, with male licenses at 2 dollars and female at 2 dollars, plus a higher rate for unneutered dogs.
The article states traffic signals were installed at the B Avenue corner, removing the need for a school stop sign at the former site near Thirteenth Street. The new position will serve both St Patrick’s and Layloy schools, eliminating the previous requirement.
Police head David B. Kerr says a car crash caused the child's death, not a knife. He points to a hit and run motorist and cites vehicle debris and jewelry fragments as key clues at the scene near C J Endicott’s porch on New Year’s Day.
The U S Fifth Air Force said two P 40s flew ground speeds over 775 mph aided by strong upper air tail winds. Lt William K Li and Lt Thomas Seattle both stationed at Yokota base reported 280 miles Hiroshima to Tosho in 27 minutes, average 177 7 mph. The next day Lt John Chickering from Misawa to Sendai, 175 miles, did 13 minutes 27 seconds averaging 780 mph.
Frenk 66 formerly of Cedar Rapids died early Saturday in Los Angeles. He was the father of Mes Ha ald Senilu of Cedar Rapids and survived by Mrs. Mary Kretee and two grandchildren. Burial will be in Los Angeles. Funeral arrangements not yet complete. An appeal by KCRG traced Bry Smith who called The Gazette.
Des Moines reports from 76 communities show a 20 percent increase in Christmas seal sales for the period Nov 24 to Dec 20, raising $159,591 versus $122,468 last year. Fort Dodge led gains at 62 percent, Vinton also strong, as the tuberculosis association pursues a $300,009 state goal.
Judge Floyd Philbeick signed a writ of certiorari directing Marion district court to review the case of HG Smiec qguin against Mr and Mrs Lupton. The Luptons allege an illegal extended judgment from Aug 27 and seek the record transfer from Justice of the Peace West A Rall to JLB Churchill for next Wednesday at 10 am. The dispute centers on a parlor bill, estimated at about 40 dollars, with various venue changes and transcript transfers questioned by attorney James E Patterson and Miss Mildred Titus.
Shoop and Ather Christenot pled guilty to passing a worthless 37.80 check in Cedar Rapids. Judge GK Torenguon ordered an indeterminate term not to exceed 10 years in the Fort Madison penitentiary. Edgar B. King was appointed public defender.
Two personal injury cases arising from a January 9 1947 accident near Cedar Rapids were settled out of court. Judge Floyd Philbrick dismissed the suits of Jacke W Comstock administrator of the William P Comstock estate and Slanche Comstock against Robert N Wieneke after the plaintiffs requested full compromise and settlement. The administrator sought 12000 and Mrs Comstock originally sought 16000.
The article notes Beeson to buy jail provisions for Linn county. It mentions a new deputy bounty auditor candidate M. G. Linkfeller and a planned county assessor appointment to be named by the board of supervisors.
A general contract for a 1 130 000 addition to the North western Des Telephone Company building in Des Moines has been let to Ar tur Hy Neomann and Brothers Inc of Des Moines. The project is set to be completed during 1958 with work to start imminently and cover the entire structure.
Ottumwa authorities report 23 year old Vern Hendren Hendren was married recently and died Friday while working at the Ottumwa Brick and Quarry when his iron rod touched a live wire. Coroner Traut said there was no inquest planned.
A bus slid into two parked cars on a Brooklyn street after slipping on a slick surface.George Paul, involved in a special election bid, was not hurt. The incident damaged cars owned by Carl Smith and John Gannon on Third Street NE. County records indicate Poweshiek officials consider nomination papers for F. A. Jones of Grinnell.
Central City prepares funeral rites for Pvt. Dale O Taylor the citys first fallen hero to be returned from overseas. Procession and interment details listed with services at the Hatch Longan funeral home and local cemetery in Central City with honors and community acknowledgment.
Joseph H. Girard of South Bridge Massachusetts pleaded guilty to using the mails to defraud. A federal judge sentenced him to a year and a day, then placed him on probation with the condition to return $297. The case involved painters in Des Moines who were swindled by offers of government jobs.
Ma j Gen Ellard A Walsh president of the National Guard Association and Minnesota adjutant general charges Vaughan and Neblett aimed to merge the National Guard with federal forces. Walsh says such a move would erode states rights and establish a central Washington bureaucracy, while the Guard remains a strong force with over 205000 members.
The Commonwealth Apartments case drew a vast trial against Wilkinson with over 0 witnesses. Government and hotel groups clashed over whether the housing and rent act applied and who could sue the federal entity. The proceedings, tied to a major storm and outages, drew national attention from hotel owners nationwide.
Des Moines reports Farm Bureaus have raised a total of 25020 for the Christian Christmas drive in Europe. County totals show 60 more counties will send checks. largest gifts come from Mitchell, Cabullas, and Henry counties with substantial clothing contributions. County committees plan distribution and carload collections as they finalize allocations among participating towns and groups.
Iowa College students will ride special trains Sunday arranged by the Flock Island Railroad. A seven car train will stop at Grinnell and Iowa City to serve Grinnell College and the University of Iowa students. A second train from Chicago will return East Coast students to Iowa colleges.
Zinke promoted Homer and two chief agitboard agra for Witt Ihearms in 2, moved from an alent role to initiant at Mr. and Sits Charles. Townsend Mrs. Rhoena lAddly of Lincoln will speak on Social Security and the Gein Law at 2 30 pm Sunday in Pythian ball. A short sian wearing the red boxeball may witness an accident at 13th St involving a Cantury cab. dial 2538 for details. Charles Lynch Injured seeks treatment for a traded shoulder after a fall. condition listed as good by hospital officials Saturday.
Weather notes show temperature dropping to 22 at night and a two hour dip to single digits. Overnight readings ranged from 19 degrees with Chamber readings between 8 PM and 8 AM. No precipitation or stepping reported.
Vinton Hariman is named deputy assessor by Bentan county official after a Friday decision. Souter Amana announces engagement of Rose Marie to George Trimpe. Buckingham family reveals engagement of their daughter Pauline to Ted Forbes of Geneseo. ceremony planned February 22 at First Presbyterian Church Waterloo.
In Honolulu CIO International Longshoremen and Warehousemen announce support for Henry Wallace for president. Bridges, president of the union, says the Wallace move is a good thing and notes TUWU members will stay home if forced to choose only Democratic or Republican tickets.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.