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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 07, 1946

Page

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Divorce Petitions and Local Incidents Reported in Daily Record

A digest of legal notices lists divorce petitions including Doris Helen Brendel vs Alfred Brendel and several name changes or separations. Also noted are a speeding case against Carl L Shelly of 1412 Third Street NW with penalties, and a series of emergency calls: 11 05 p m Sunday for an electric motor on an oil burner at 517 Dunreath drive NE, a chimney fire at 600 Fifth Avenue, and a general notice involving Arthur Zila and Company No 3.

Dunreath Drive Arthur Zila Company No. 3 Fifth Avenue oFery Albertson

Assault and Battery and The Threats in Cedar Rapids

Assault and battery charges against Ralph Stu art of 500 F avenue NW with $25 costs. Threatening to commit a public offense against Ralph Swalom with $5 costs. Justice W. A. Passing in a prohibited area. George Clark of Cedar Rapids faces $5 costs under Justice H. R. Churchill. Clifford O Brine of 308 Eighth Avenue SE reports six new tires valued at $125 stolen from a shop. L. L. Holets of 618 Thirty second Street NE reports four white New Zealand rabbits stolen from a pen in the back yard. John McArtor of 2906 Cusland Avenue NE reports six white rabbits stolen. Marvin Zeman of 1122 Sev an Street SE reports three white rabbits stolen.

Ralph Stuart F Avenue NW Ralph Swalom W. A George Clark Cedar Rapids H. R. Churchill Clifford O’brine Eighth Avenue L. L. Holets Thirty-second Street John McArtor Cusland Avenue Marvin Zeman Sevan Street

Birth announcements from St Luokes and Mercy areas flash Jan births

A string of birth notices lists families from St Luoke to Mercy and Mexico Mo. with newborn sons and daughters dated January 5 through January 7. Names include Clarence Rix, Russell Aegler, Meri Holloway, Harvey Ingham, Ronald Anderson, Gordon Myers, Walter Ernst, George Horak, Mohammed Omar, Martin Meredith, Robert Popes, Charles Hamm, and Hazel Abernathy Hamm, among others.

St. Luoke’s Robert Rix Clarence Russell Aelagher Sixth Street Meri Holloway Twenty-fifth Yg Drive Harvey Ingham Mt Vernon Road Ronald Anderson Olin Robert Popes Sweeter Avenue Mexico Charles R. Hamm Hamm Hazel Abernathy

Local Births and Family Notices From City Addresses

Street NW T Abernathy and Mrs Harry C Hoover announce a daughter Linda Lou born Jan 7 at a hospital in Univer a 4. Mr and Mrs Clark T Morrow report a son at 601 Twelfth Street SE. Kansas City Mr and Mrs John H Threlk ae new daughter Carolinae deta 5. Mr Vernon Avenue and LW Stesky linked, 1926 announcements.

T. Abernathy Ninth At Home Harry C. Hoover Seventeenth Avenue Linda Lou Iowa City Clark T. Morrow Twelfth Street Univera Kansas City John H. Threlk LW Stesky Vernon

Nazi Officer Testifies to Plan to Wipe Out Slavs

MERNBERG AP Lt Gen Enrich von dem Bach zelewski told a national military tribunal that the Nazis aimed to destroy 30 million Slavs. He said brutality targeted Russians and Poles, with orders against punishing German troops for harm to civilians in overrun regions. He noted a special brigade of criminals fought partisans and that Himmler approved harsh policies while some high commanders personally directed actions.

Mernberg Waffen SS Enrich von Dem Bachzelewski National Military Tribunal Warsaw Hitler Heinrich Gestapo Hesi Himmler Bachzelewski

Clothes Set aside For Vets Is Asked

Washington AP The government urged retailers to reserve their full supply of scarce clothing for veterans. The Civilian Production Administration proposed reserving men’s suits overcoats shirts and underwear for veterans with discretion kept to the retailer. Up to 100 percent reservations for veteran stocks are recommended where servicemen’s needs cannot be met otherwise. The guide stresses noncompulsory policy and asks veterans to limit purchases to immediate needs.

Washington Civilian Production Administration CPA

Hirohito’s Horse Headed for United States

First Frost the white stallion from Emperor Hirohito’s stables will be shipped to the United States as a souvenir by Lt. Dick Ryan, a former Hollywood stunt man. The horse, famed for drawing 50,000 troops to Meiji stadium, is to arrive in two weeks and be shown at hospitals and civic events. An army report earlier suggested First Frost be given to Gen. MacArthur, who declined.

Yokohama Emperor Hirohito Imperial Stables Liberty San Francisco Meiji Stadium United States Dick Ryan Hollywood Pacific First Frost Ryan Gen. MacArthur

Recognition of Austrian government by United States

The United States recognized Austria’s new coalition government led by Figl after elections ousted long ruling leftist parties. President Truman sent congratulations and pledged aid while the four power Allied council retains authority. The coalition aims to reduce Nazi influence, continue democratic reconstruction, and reduce occupation troops as Austria moves toward full independence.

Washington United States Truman Kari Renner Austria Figl People’s Party Allied Council For State Department Allied Council Council Coune Ring Peoples Party National Assembly People Fig

Nazi Subs Could Stay Under Water 70 Days

Washington United States intelligence officers received a hitherto secret Doenitz report stating German U boats could travel 22 000 miles and stay submerged 70 days The chief of the German navy Doenitz reported to Allied officers The United States navy says American subs stay submerged one or two days and travel 10 000 miles The review shows 38 000 men served in the U boat fleet and 8 000 survived

Washington Adm Karl Doenitz Germany Doenitz Uni States Navy

Four Mayo patients die in Rochester boarding house fire

In Rochester Minnesota four Mayo Clinic patients died from suffocation after a two story boarding house fire. Nine other occupants escaped unharmed. The blaze gutted the building near the clinic and investigators cited defective wiring as a possible cause. Duty officer said victims were undergoing examinations and had rented rooms due to crowded hospital conditions.

Rochester Minn Mayo Clinic Salvation Army E. Frederick Giles San Francisco W. H. Carruthers Glenboro Manitoba Charles Flenn Maiden Rock Wis Harvey Richardson Corheath Nova Scotia

Marshalltown Veteran Dies After Poison Ingestion

Sir ene Robbins, 35, a 34th division veteran released on points last June, died Sunday hours after swallowing poison. Judge Ray P. Scott, acting coroner, reported Robbins had recently been divorced by his wife for the second time.

Marshalltown Sirene Robbins Ray P. Scott Robbins

Veteran Killed Near Jewell After Car Skids on Ice

Harold Eitthiem Jr., 24, recently released from the navy after six years of service, was killed when his car skidded on ice and plunged off a dead-end road near Jewell early Sunday. His neck was broken.

Webster City Harold Eitthiem, Jr Navy Jewell

Deaths Mary Mollie Weiss 81 Cedar Rapids widow dies after long illness

Mary Mollie Weiss 81 widow of Gus L. Weiss longtime Cedar Rapids resident dies at home 612 Third Street NW after a long illness Born June 5 1864 in Ing and married in 1888 in Cedar Rapids services set for 1 30 p m Wednesday at Turner chapel burial in Linwood Cemetery Friends may call at the chapel

Mary Mollie Weiss Gus L. Weiss Cedar Rapids Third Street Ing Cedar OP Moorri Weiss Frank P Cedar A Turner Chapel Linwood Cemetery

Mrs. Clara Gaunt 78 Dies After Long Illness in Cedar Rapids

Mrs Clara Gaunt widow of Charles D Gaunt aged 78 died in a local hospital after a long illness. Born May 30 1872 in Menominee Wisconsin she moved to Cedar Rapids. Survived by daughter Mrs C R Brockman and granddaughters Mrs Harmon Hall and Mrs Russell Hasty. Funeral services at Twin City chapel with burial Linwood cemetery.

Clara Belle Gaunt Charles D. Gaunt Second Avenue Menominee Wis Cedar Raps C. R. Brockman Cedar Rapids Harmon Hall Russell Hasty Longach Calif Trinity Meodist Church Mine & Chapel John Linwood Cemetery

Mrs Katherine Snyder Dies In Iowa City Hospital

Cedar Rapids resident Mrs Katherine Snyder aged 81 died after a long illness at University hospital Iowa City at 10 p.m. Sunday. Born May 18 1862 in Iowa City she is survived by daughter Mrs Carrie M Youtzy two grandchildren Charles R and Edwin E Youtzy and two great grandchildren Raymond and Jeanne K Baouizy all of Cedar Rapids. Her husband John died in 1943. She was a member of Trinity Methodist church. Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday in Rohn chapel Rev John E DeLong officiating. Burial at Linwood Cemetery. Friends may call at the chapel Tuesday.

Katherine Snyder Seventh Street Cedar Rapids University Hospital Iowa City Ling Snyder Carrie M. Youtzy Charles R Edwin E. Youtzy Ansehildren Raymond Jeanne K Baouizy John Trinity Methodist Church Rohn John E. DeLong Linwood Cemetery

Death of Martha Katherine Holland in Tipton

Martha Katherine Holland died at 6 a.m. Monday at 312 E avenue NW after a long illness. Born November 23, 1875 in Norway she came to the United States at 17. She married A. A. Holland in 1901 at Norway Iowa and was a member of the Four Square Gospel church. Surviving are her husband a son Joseph Holland Tipton two sisters and a brother in Europe two brothers in Spokane Washington and a granddaughter Virginia Holland Tipton. Funeral services are set for 2 p.m. Wednesday at Moon chapel with callers welcome.

Martha Katherine Holland A. A. Holland E Avenue NW Norway Mr. Holland Four Square Virginia Holland Tipton Moon Chapel

Death of Henry Lockhart in Sauk Rapids Minn

George Lockhart reports the death of his brother Henry Lockhart of Sauk Rapids Minnesota on Saturday Born May 11 1869 in Fairfax township He formerly lived south of Cedar Rapids before moving to Minnesota Survivors include his widow three sons and a daughter all in Minnesota and his brother George Services are set for Tuesday at Sauk Rapids.

George Lockhart Henry Lockhart Sauk Rapids Minn Fairfax Township Cedar Rapids Minnesota George

Funeral services set for Carl Boswell St Clair

Cedar Rapids resident Carl Boswell St Clair aged 21 years will be honored in Turner chapel at 3 30 p m Tuesday with Rev I E Linkletter of Second Christian church and Veterans of Foreign Wars conducting. Burial Cedar Memorial Park. Friends may call at the chapel.

Carl Boswell St. Clair Third Avenue SE Cedar Rapids Turner Chapel I. E. Linkletter Second Christian Church Veterans of Foreign Wars Cedar Memorial Park

Peter H. Paulson 78 Dies at Onslow

Services for Peter H. Paulson 78 died Sunday at Onslow will be held Tuesday at Zion Evangelical church. German native, he lived in Jones county since 1870 and was a former director of Onslow Savings Bank. Surviving are his wife and daughters Nelius Lowden Meinhard Center Junction Mrs Marviné Nissen and Mrs Claire Westphal Wyoming.

Onslow Peter H. Paulson Zion Evangelical Church Germany Jones County Onslow Savings Bank Nelius Lowden Meinhard Center Junction Marviné Nissen Claire Westphal Wyoming

Naval Barracks Fire Hits Swan Island Center

A Sunday fire at the Swan Island naval separation center in Portland caused slight burns to one sailor and about 4000 dollars in damage to the temporary barracks, mattresses and blankets. Eighteen fire engines fought the blaze after a heating stove explosion.

Portland Ore INS Swan Island Naval Separation Center

Riots in Egypt Lead to Arrests in Pasha Procession

Ten youths were arrested after a Sunday procession in Cairo protesting the government. The demonstrators chanted for revolt during the march honoring Sen. Amin Osman Pasha, with authorities reporting unrest among white-cloaked youths.

CATRO Aees Amin Osman Pasha

Des Moines to Build 200 Veteran Housing Units

Des Moines emergency housing panel plans 200 two bedroom houses for veterans with bids due January 21 at city hall. Lots donated by school district and county, cost targeted below 5000 dollars to suit veterans earning 125 to 150 dollars monthly. Mayor John MacVicar and officials say financing efforts for low cost homes have faced problems.

DES Moines Des Moines Emergency Housing Committee Coe John MacVicar Oie W. H. Cotton County Board of Popes Harry Millstead Harry Millstead, of the City Auditor's Office

Stassen Urges OPA to Adjust Housing Controls

Harold E. Stassen former Minnesota governor urged OPA to adjust housing controls to peace needs at the Colorcade of America opening. He urged an overall plan for better homes in ten years and emergency shelter soon, citing scarce materials and limited skilled labor due to union apprentice rules.

Chicago Harold E. Stassen Minnesota OPA Stassen Colorcade of America Institute of Carpet Manufacturers Home Furnishings Style Council America

Missing Suzanne Degnan Abduction Case Details Emergence

Police report indicates seven foot high window left open by parents. Elizabeth, 10, slept in another room unharmed. Father Degnan says no enemies and suspects money motive. Suzanne, light haired first grader at Sacred Heart Academy, known as friendly. Family sought shelter with Mrs Flynn. Degman formerly rubber company executive, later OPA official.

Degnan Elizabeth H.e Sacred Heart Academy Suzanne Degnans Chicago Degman Pearl Harbor OPA Washington Philadelphia Boston

Baby Derby Ends in Tie First New Year 1946

Springfield reports a tie for the first baby of 1946 after a week of judge deliberations. Mrs. John Clements and Mrs. Wesley Duncan each gave birth to a daughter within the first 30 seconds of the new year. Merchants paid out double prizes and included free hospitalization for both babies and mothers.

Springfield Ill John Clements Wesley Duncan Bebe

Whitsel Sues Dickinson for 25000 Damages in City Accident

Courthouse records show Franklin Whitsel filed a 25000 personal damage suit Monday against J H Dickinson. Whitsel alleges injuries from a collision at First Ave E and Tenth St as he crossed against a red light, including brain concussion skull fracture and lacerations.

Franklin Whitsel Mt. Vernon Road J. H. Dickinson Amatist ’S Hospital First Avenue Tenth Street Dickinson Whitsel

Suit Filed Over Due Rent Between Neighbors

Charles Macy of 1625 Sixth Avenue SE filed suit Monday against Mr and Mrs J L Kelly at 1616 Sixth Avenue SE seeking 132 dollars for overdue rent. Macy says the Kellys have defaulted on 33 dollars per month since September 16.

Charles Macy Sixth Avenue SE J. L. Kelly Macy Kellys

Attorney Edward Dahms Wins Judgment for Defaulting Defendant

Edward J. Dahms, attorney, secured a judgment of 181.55 dollars after the defendant failed to appear. Judge G. K. Thompson ruled in favor of Dahms, providing a clear monetary recovery.

Edward J. Dahms Sudeener Mondieseudge G. K. Thompson Dahms

Contempt of Court Sentencing for Don W Kimball

Judge Lloyd Philbrick ordered a 30 day suspended sentence for Don W. Kimball on a contempt of court charge on Monday. The disposition includes conditions to avoid actual jail time pending compliance with court orders.

Don W. Kimball Lloyd Philbrick

Marshall says progress in Chinese peace talks at Chungking

Gen George C Marshall told reporters after a three hour session with Chinese Nationalist and Communist delegations in Chungking that progress had been made in the peace talks. He met with Gen Chou En lai and Gen Chang Chun and all three emerged smiling as they prepared to resume negotiations.

Chang Chou Marshall

Texas stamps go on sale at Cedar Rapids post office

City briefs report stamps now available at the Cedar Rapids post office. Also noted, Mrs. Adrian E. Crew of 3232 Dalewood Drive SE has recovered from major surgery at St Luke's Hospital and is now able to receive visitors. The West Side Mutual Fire Insurance Association will hold its annual meeting Thursday at 1 p.m. at the Chamber of Commerce.

Texas Cedar Rapids Adrian E. Crew Dalewood Drive St. Luke’s Hospital Westside Mutuel Fire Insurance Association Chamber of Commerce

Central Committee to Meet Tuesday Evening

The C. S. A. central committee will meet Tuesday at 8 p.m. in the C. S. S. hall to discuss governance and plans.

C. S. A. Central Committee C. S . S. Hall

Penick and Ford worker suffers knee burn at plant

H. S. Buxton, 44, of 410 Eightern'h street NW, sustained a second degree knee burn while on shift at the Penick and Ford plant Saturday night. He received treatment at St. Luke's hospital and was later released.

H. S. Buxton Eightern H Street NW Penick and Ford St. Luke’s Hospital

Woman Injured After Car Door Opens on K Avenue

Mrs Lorraine Robinson of 1253 Fourth Street NW suffered abrasions to both knees when thrown from a car at K Avenue and Fourth Street NW Sunday morning. She was transported by Ambulance Service to St Lukes Hospital with Monday condition reported as good. Driver Everett Nemer of 705 Tenth Street SE said he was driving east on K Avenue when the front door flew open and Mrs Robinson fell from the car.

Lorraine Robinson Fourth Street K Avenue Fourth Street NW St. Luke’s Hospital Everett Nemer Tenth Street Robinson Ike

Protest Continues as Filipino File Goal Delays Demobilization

G I committee members voice complaints to Secretary of War Patterson as demobilization slows in the Western Pacific. Soldiers march in Manila though demonstrations remain orderly, while Lt. Col. Hurd notes investigation into alleged file examination by a man in a Maghai army officer's uniform.

W.hile Ams Neady Earl Baumgardner Peengeer Manila Radio Corporation of America Baumgardner United the Cage Styer A. R. Hurd G. I Patterson Ens

Druggist Stricken in Clinton Store

W Henning, 76, a prominent Siebel, died of a heart attack in his store in Clinton Saturday night.

Clinton W. Henning Siebel

Also Mentioned on This Page

Daily Record Carl L. Shelly Third Street NW Nue Doris Helen Brendel Alfred Brendel Walter F. Cuga Verda Esther Fizek Dale K. Druschel Vinton Darlene Steinberg van Horne Woodrow L. Johnson Marcia Cargin Cedar Rap Rose L. Topinka Lester F. Topinka Miriam G. Ingels Ray W. Ingels Darleen R. Vajgrt Walter William Vajgrt Moore Ray Moore Thelma Moore Hillard D. Moore Justice Court Police Theft Report Howard C Burleson Merchants Bank Hirohito U.S Janeba Funeral Home J Strest Beatrice Jancha Avor U. S Mayo Blaze 4. A. Holland C. B. St. Clair Naval Barracks Egypt China King Peizures Syndicate Lapes Third Avenue Moen Funeral Home Philippines Western Pacific William Kennedy Newport N. H War Department G.I Army Congressional Senate Styers Quezon Bridge Headquarters Far One RADES pAlety Arcmin First Avenue East
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