Norway Girl Will Wed Nevada Man
Announcement of engagement Miss Marcel la Merritt of Norway and Leo Lemonds of Nevada. Merritt, a junior at Iowa State College, and Lemonds, athletic coach at Shipley High School, Ames. Engagement party held at Ames with relatives attending.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marcella Merritt
Clarence Merritt
Norway
Leo Lemonds
William S. Lemonds
Nevada
Ames
Lee Merritt
Miss Merritt
Iowa State College
Lemonds
Shipley
Iowa
Iowa Marriages And Engagements
Iowa City and Decorah couples announce marriages and engagements across several towns. Fisch er and Ervin Heiserman wed January 23 at St Pauls Lutheran. Marilynn Halverson to Dean Leonhardt plans Feb 4 ceremony. Doris Hanson married Leo Ostlie January 10 in New London Connecticut. Lola Bymer and John Moyers wed January 20 at Unity Presbyterian. Erna Nissen to Robert Klinefelter wed January 17 in Anamosa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Delaware
Dorothy Fischer
John Fischer
Greeley
Ervin Heiserman
St. Paul's Lutheran Church
Decorah
Roy Halverson
Marilynn
Dean Leonhardt
Martin Leonhardt
Doris Hanson
Gilbert Hanson
Clermont
Oscar Larson
Leo Ostie
Navy
Irene Ostlie
Castalia
New London
Conn
Iowa City
Lola Bymer
Edward Bymer
John Clifton Moyers
John Moyers
Oxford
Unity Presbyterian Church
Anamosa
Henry Nissen
Monticello
Erna
Robert Klinefelter
Susan Klinefelter
Diphtheria Start Details and Prevention Tips
Lona L. Trott discusses how diphtheria often begins with a sore throat or cough, stressing early diagnosis and prompt anti-toxin treatment. She urges routine immunization for children, bed rest, and avoiding heart strain, noting mortality is highest in under two year olds and highlighting role of nurses and physicians in prevention.
Notice of Administratrix Appointment in Linn County Iowa
Notice is hereby given that on January 13 1945 the undersigned was appointed and qualified as Administratrix of the estate of Edward Womacka late of Linn County Iowa. All persons interested are requested to make immediate payment and file their claims with the Clerk of Linn County District Court Iowa duly authenticated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tedhgh
Iowe
Linn County
Edward Womacka
Linn
Iowa
Joseph Topinka Iate
Towa
Ose
Miss Birrer Bride of Charles Falck
Strawberry Point reports the marriage of Miss Lillian Mae Birrer and Allan Falck at Emanuel's Lutheran church Tuesday evening. Rev. Lawrence A. Stumme officiated. The bride wore a white satin gown with a lace insert bodice and Chantilly edged veil. The ceremony featured nuptial music and a double ring exchange. The couple will reside on a farm west of Strawberry Point.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Strawberry Point
Lillian Mae Birrer
Fred Birrer
Allan Falck
Charlies Falck
Lamont
Emanuel’s Lutheran Church
Lawrence A. Stumme
John Gerdes
Judson Elliott
Robert Faick
Ann Cassidy
Cedar Rapids
Delena Weig
Sheryl Graesch
Russell Schuchmann
Robert Falck
Paul Streicher
Alfred Kamoss
Army Officers Wives Dinner Rescheduled to Thursday
The Army Officers' Wives dinner is moved from Tuesday to Thursday and will convene at 6 30 p m at the Roosevelt hotel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Army
Roosevelt Hotel
Jewell Burks Weds Sgt. Wilbur Pavin in Cedar Rapids
The marriage of Jewell Burks to Sgt. Wilbur Pavin was held January 25 at 9 p.m. in Cedar Rapids. Attendants included Ward Burks Jr and Mrs. Doyle Moyer. Sgt. Pavin, recently returned from the European theater, departs soon for Abilene Texas where he is stationed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ward Burks
Avenue NW
Jewell
Wilbur P. Pavin
Waterloo
George Pavin
Browns Valley
Minn
Cedar Rapids
Ward Burks, Jr
Doyle Moyer
Lois Cook
Belle Troxel
Jean Anderson
Charles Cook
Sgt
Mrs. Pavin
Abilene
Texas
Sgt. Pavin
Valley Camp Officers Installed by R N A Unit
Valley Camp No. 2136 R A installed officers last week led by Minnie Nurss oracle and Iva Geis vice-oracle with Adelia Crane manager and Cathleen Hill drill captain among a list of named officers and stewards including Emma Schindler marshal and Mary Lindahl recorder.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minnie Nurss
Oracle
H. J. Bjorensen
Iva Geis
Ethel Campbell
Ellen Stevens
Lara Woolwine
Isabel Doty
Inner Sentinel
Mary Fisher
Outer Sentinel
Adelia Crane
Adel Reynolds
Emma Schindler
Mary Lindahl
Cathleen Hill
Icel Henderson
Jessie Garrett
Lottie Vajda
Alice Gerber
Anna McGowen
Grace Bohr
Over the Back Fence observations on hair care and wardrobe planning
A Cedar Rapids style column notes a beer rinse fad for hair after a near gone permanent and suggests not judging friends drinking. It mentions inventories of clothing as a spring wardrobe aid from Illinois college of agriculture, advising details like item description, season, cost, purchase date, condition, and repair plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cedar Rapids
Illinois College of Agriculture
Wounded Paratrooper Mearl Reynolds In Belgium
Pfc. Mearl M. Reynolds is slightly wounded in Belgium according to a war department telegram to his Lisbon parents Mr. and Mrs. Willis Reynolds. He reports a wound to the ear and hospitalization in England after entering service in April 1943 and overseas duty since August.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mearl M. Reynolds
Belgium
War Department
Third Avenue SE
Pfc
Reynolds
England
Willis Reynolds
Lisbon
Administrator of estate notice in Linn County Iowa
On January 27 1945 Joseph Topinka estate in Linn County Iowa appoints Joe Octa as administrator. All indebtedness should be paid and those with claims must file them with the Linn County Clerk. Barnes Chamberlain Hanzlik Wadsworth are attorneys.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe Octa
Administra
Barnes Chamberlain
Hanzlik & Wadsworth, Attorner
Invitation for bids for Nurses Home and training facility
Sealed proposals for furniture, furnishings and equipment for a Nurses Home and Training Facilities Build at Mercy Hospital Cedar Rapids Iowa will be received by Sisters of Mercy until 2:00 PM Central War Time January 29 1945. Bids opened and read publicly. Documents may be obtained from Architect Engineer Dane D Morgen Burlington Iowa or Sister Mary Mercy McDonnell Mercy Hospital Cedar Rapids Iowa. A deposit of $10 refunds on return within five days after bids. Security as stated in contract documents. No bid withdrawn within 30 days. Sisters of Mercy reserve right to reject all bids or waive irregularities. Dec 1088. Sister Mary Mercy McDonnell Authorized Correspondent Cedar Rapids Iowa
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sisters of Mercy
Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Mercy Hospital
Dane D. Morgen
F & M Bank
Burlington
Mary Mercs McDonnell
Dane D
F & M Bank Ride
Twe Sisters
Cedar Ae
New $1 a Month Sickness and Hospital Policy Offered
Omaha Nebraska announces the Service Life Insurance Company Gold Seal plan offering up to 100 dollars monthly disability income plus hospital and cash benefits for accident or sickness. No medical exam, ages 15 to 69, 10 days free examination, mail order enrollment with no obligation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Omaha
Neb
Reliable Service Life Insurance Company
Service Life Insurance Company
Dept
Omaha 2
Nebraska
Service men and women MARKEY family notes
CPL Ted Houck 32 was killed in a India plane explosion. Esther Houck of 1008 First Ave NE learns. Col Houck of Cedar Rapids address 416 Sixteenth St SE was an armament crew chief on a Superfortress. Parents Mr and Mrs Harry Houck live in Jesup. Sgt Richard Reeder with anti aircraft radio arrives in England. Murray Barnett shipfitter 2/c on 30 day furlough with parents 324 Thirtieth St Dr SE. David Gould promoted seaman 2/c to baker 3/c spending days with wife and daughter at 1211 Fifth St SE. Nicholas Markey 21 received aerial navigator wings and commissioned as flight officer at Selman Field. He is on 15 day leave with parents. Markey attended Iowa State College before Army Air Force. Brother Capt Joe Markey overseas in South Pacific for 26 months. MARKEY.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cpl
Ted Houck
India
Esther
First Avenue
Col. Houck
Cedar Rapids
Sixteenth Street
Peter Pan Baking Company
Harry Houck
Jesup
David B. Gould
Seaman
Baker
Bonnie le
Fifth Street SE
Nicholas John Markey
Joseph William Markey
Blake Boulevard
Selman Field
Monroe
Franklin
Markey
Iowa State College
Ames
Army Air Force
Joe Markey
South Pacific
Commendation for Cpl George A David in Belgium action
Cpl George A David a cook with the anti aircraft coast artillery in Belgium received a special commendation for excellent performance under adverse and hazardous conditions. The honor, given by his commanding officer, extended to his group which supported the infantry on the right flank in the attack and seizure of Aachen Germany.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George A. David
Belgium
Alex David
Fifth Avenue SE
Aachen
Germany
Wilford Eddins Wounded in Action in Luxembourg
Pfc. Wilford Eddins seriously wounded in action in Luxembourg, according to word received by his wife and three children at 1643 Tenth Avenue SE. He entered service April 26, 1944, left the country October 22, and was employed by Wilson as a company before entering service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilford Eddins
Luxembourg
Tenth Avenue SE
Eddins
Wilson
Radio Technician Earl Fulmer Returns to California
Earl Fulmer and his wife completed a 15 day furlough with relatives in Washington. He will report to a radio school at Treasure Island California while his wife works at the Oakland Navy Base.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Earl &. Fulmer
California
Lottie Fulmer
Seventh Street
Bertha Collins
Tenth Street
Fulmer
Treasure Island
Calif
Naval Base
Oakland
Pvt Fuad Razook Wounded in Belgium Action
Pvt. Fuad Razook was seriously wounded in action in Belgium on January 2. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Solomon S. Razook of 1009 Twelfth Avenue SE. Overseas since last November, Razook entered service in February 1943. He has a brother, Master Sgt. Fred Razook, at Fort Myers, Florida.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fuad FE. Razook
Belgium
Solo Omon S. Razook
Twefth Avenue
Razook
Pvt
Fred Razook
Fort Myers
Fla
England
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Presbyterian Parsonage
Ene
Mary Evelyn
James H. Riley
Air Corps
Troy
Kan
McGregor
Frank Hill
Albert R. Hill
Betty L. Luster
Robert
Monona
McGregor An
Kathryn Renk
Earl Renk
Wilfred Joseph Donnelly
Mary Donrelly
Cascade
Lona L. Trott
Red Nursing Service
Sara Park
Sara Park Salon
3Rd St. SE
Barney
Rubteexk
E. L. Luglan
Merchants Bank
Condensed Crean
Miss Birrer
Charles Falck
Jewell Burks
Pavin
BR. N. A
Naomi Doebel
Fukin Ff
Chicago Sun Syndicate
Sisters OF Menee
Orister Mary Mercy M S
Mary Mercy McDonnell
Cedar Dida
Richard Reeder
Stanley Reeder
Murray J. Barnettt
Mediterranean
L. F. Barnett
Thirtieth Street
George David
David
Hladky’s
DIAL
Fourth Avenue SE
TUES
WED
Durkee
Kraut, Bulk
Libby
Ir Onsayo
Heinz
Hge
Councl Council
Harry L. Averill
A. L. Dare
Ninth Street
Harry Averill
Fuad Razook
The
March of Dimes
Mulates
Tiny
Dickey
Ind
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