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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 08, 1958

Page

20

Ceil Chapman Debuts Translucent Silhouette Designs

New York designer Ceil Chapman introduces the translucent silhouette featuring a straight chemise of lace worn over a fitted slip for subtle body contouring. She pairs short formal looks in black and prints with dramatic chiffon gowns, while Roxane of Samuel Winston presents a jeweled shoetring chemise interpretation.

New York Ceil Chapman Ceil Chapman Charleston Roxane Samuel Winston Gillinn— Elte Sik

Swisher Trust and Savings Bank Report of Condition

The Swisher Trust and Savings Bank reports its condition as of December 1, 1947, detailing assets including United States government obligations, loans and discounts, furniture and fixtures, and other items. Liabilities show deposits from individuals, partnerships, corporations, government deposits, and other obligations, with total deposits at 1,873,281.48 and total liabilities 3,879,291.45. Capital accounts amount to 169,648.19, totaling 2,065,840.39 for liabilities and capital. Endorsed by officers including Charles J. Ross as Cashier and Chariman Chancellor Chadima as President.

United States Bik United “States Chaicel Chadimevier Ait Chas J. Ross Elmer Ut Agl G.C. Chadima CHAS Ross Cashier Elmer JO Vwlch Asal Riki rTa Tad “Eiseen Falemaly Bemmons Jce Ellysoh Er. Correck Ahgaret J. Eunos Larence K. Petty Tate Iowa Linn Peorn Directe of Thiy Norma Nachtries

Fashion Notes Highlight Designer Spring Collection

A Cedar Rapids fashion feature reviews a designer's spring line emphasizing waist length boleros and narrow skirts for suits, textured silks, and napkin-fine fabrics. It also covers travel wear like a three piece airplane travel suit and wraps with harem pants that read as a skirt. The piece notes family ties with the Allan and Kruse families and a related social calendar.

Trinity Luther Millersburg Sarah Lou Allan Marvin Allans Paul Keuse, Jr Paul Kruse Kruse Charleston Vinson Mt. Pleasant Wayne Demmer New York Sheila Wright Fred Wrights Demmel Albert Dee College Iowa Wesleyan Danville Iowa Wesleyan Armel

Nortons Return From Memphis Visit

Mr. and Mrs. Allan C. Norton of 336 Forest drive SE returned Tuesday from Memphis Tennessee after a two week visit with their son in law and daughter Mr and Mrs Charles Cuyler and also called on Mr Cuyler's parents the George W Cuyler former Cedar Rapids residents.

Knapps Return From Month in Pomona California

Mr and Mrs Floyd HL Knapp returned home Tuesday from a month long visit with their son and daughter in law Montelle Knapp and their children in Pomona California

Knapps Pomona Floyd HL Knapp Avenue Montelle Knapp Pot Mona Calif

Officers Installed by Linn Women’s Encampment Aux

The Linn Women’s Encampment auxiliary 49 held an officers installation Monday evening with Mrs. Ray Hamilton as deputy grand matriarch and guest Mrs. Ros Shaffer of Tama as Iowa grand matriarch. Newly installed were chief and past matriarchs, wardens, scribes, treasurer, and guards, with committees named for draping the charter, finance, entertainment and reporter duties.

Linn Women’s Ray Hamilton Ros Shaffer Tama Iowa Ames Strickle Charles Bachman Lorenz Hanson Alden Anderson Otto Eckley Buide Hans Krogh Inside Sentinel Walter Seicher Outside Sentinel Lloyd Schukneecht Bachman Ella Moody Hamilton Hanson Anderson Schuknecht Mellick Schamberger Wayne McCaul Ways and Mrans

Illustrated talk on laundry given at Beta Sigma Phi meeting

Beta Sigma Phi chapter held an illustrated talk on laundry and dry cleaning Tuesday evening in the sorority rooms. Mr. and Mrs. John Kowalski led the program with guest Dorit Leascher in attendance.

Beta Sigma Phi Sigma Chapter John Kowalski Dorit Leascher

Bank condition report and new Camp Fire officers

The Exchange State Bank in Borintvilile Iowa files a condition report showing total assets and deposits with stated figures and a capital account. Separate notes list new officers elected by three Camp Fire groups Wahanka O-Wa-Ta-Ka and Tanda-te-Ka with named officers and positions. A bridal shower notice and cooking tip are included among miscellaneous items.

Wahanka Group Cheryl Burtichter Vernett McMickle Tracy Glass Cheryl Peeples Janet Johnson Scribe Reva Bear O-Wa-Ta-Ka Group Elizabeth Fierrot Cheryl Swift Kristina Twean Sheryl Owen Tanda-te-Ka Group Dana Bell Krissie Bowman Mara Herman Carolyn Victorine Laura Burks Martha Ely

Bonnie Johnson Hy Becomes a Bride POR cat

YORK UP- Fashion notes from New York describing glamor in spring coats over chemise style dresses. Designers favor extravagant fabrics and trims to offset slim lines in the semiannual showing of 30 top collections by the Couture Group of the New York Dress Institute.

Mary Prine York Couture Group New York Dress Institute

Officers Installed By Sokol Women

Mrs. C. A. Nemecids was installed president of the Sokol Zbor Renata Tyrs with other officers named including Mrs. Frank Melsha first vice president and Mrs. Joseph Kralik second vice president. The installation took place Monday evening in the Sokol clubroom and featured ceremonies with several attendees noted.

C. A. Nemecids Birch Avenue Sokol Zbor Renata Tyrs Sokol Frank Melsha E Avenue Nnw Joseph Kralik J Street Jack Turner Mt. Vernon Jerry Machacek D Street Charles Konecek Second Street

Mrs Spencer Hosts Martha Circle Luncheon Fashion Notes

Mrs Spencer hosted Martha Circle with coats trimmed in sunburst teardrop rhinestone gems and jeweled buttons. The piece notes designer touches, festival colors, and varied coat shapes as Cedar Rapids residents attend local club events and a cartoon show at Disneyland.

Bertha Spencer Avenue SE Martha King’s James Andrews St. Luke’s Hospital Cedar Rapids

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