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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1976
Page
1
West Point ends 174 year all male tradition as 118 women join about 1,475 new cadets. Women share barracks, take same courses and training, and compete in most varsity sports. Differences include karate instead of boxing and lighter M16 rifles.
Mrs Debra Kriegermeier hosted an around the clock shower Tuesday for Pamela Boley daughter of Mr and Mrs Robert V Boley 645 Thirty sixth Street SE Co host Debi Deklotz with about 20 guests Pamela Boley is the July 31 bride elect of Charles F Wertz son of Mrs C F Wertz 359 Sixteenth Street SE and the late Mr Wertz On this date in 1958 President Eisenhower signed the Alaska statehood bill.
In Washburn Illinois St Elizabeths Catholic church hosted the Saturday afternoon wedding of Patricia Frances Sheely and Curtis Edward Adolphson both of Washburn Reverend Leo Pheiffer officiated. Patricia is the daughter of Francis J and Mrs Sheely of Cedar Rapids Iowa and Curtis is the son of Milton Adolphson of Washburn The couple reside in Washburn and both attend Illinois Central College with Patricia employed by Dr Lee Moore and Curtis by Van DaVeers Plumbing and Heating A reception for 150 guests followed at the groom's parents home.
Mrs Josephine Moore of Cedar Rapids was honored at an open house and buffet hosted by Richard Neil Moore of Watkins to mark her 80th birthday. Assisting hostesses were Mrs Alvin Elam and Mrs Vern Hess for about 120 guests.
The July Family Circle notes daily shedding of 50 to 250 hairs. While follicles continually regrow, May and November show higher hair loss than other months.
Blue ribbon winners at the All-Iowa fair garden flower competition were named Tuesday. Hort iculture class winners include Laura Borghart and Mrs Charles Rohlena with multiple ribbons. Rosella Richardson, Heather Ream, and Grace Williamson also earned top honors across horticulture and artistic design divisions. Junior designers Cindy Gaumon and Rose Williamson won in the younger categories.
Miss Katherine Nebel daughter of the Nebels at 255 Eighth Avenue Marion was honored at a bed and bath shower Tuesday evening at the bride elects future home 700 Thirty Fifth Street Marion. Co hosts to the 16 guests were Elaine Johnson Janet Nebel Debi Stokes and Mrs Dave Nebel. Miss Nebel will wed Saturday to Dennis Willey son of the Willeys at 2025 Eighth Avenue Marion.
Budget cook suggests using sliced chicken cutlets instead of veal for Cordon Bleu Wiener schnitzel and parmigiana. This inexpensive swap keeps dish structure and frying method while delivering familiar flavors with lighter cost.
Peggy Simpson reports that no fault divorce laws leave most women and children worse off financially, as homemakers' contributions are undervalued. The National Commission urges recognizing homemakers' economic value in divorce and social security. Many states lack new division rules, leading to smaller settlements and low alimony and child support receipt. A case highlights a long homemaking period ending in 1975 with limited income and housing instability.
Deborah Simon and Michael Emmitt Hamed exchanged vows at St. Patrick's Catholic church in Cedar Rapids on Saturday at 1 pm. The ceremony featured attendants Catherine Simon and Jamille Feaker, with a reception for 175 at the Blairstown Legion hall. The couple will reside at the groom's Ozark Street address after a trip to St. Louis.
Kenneth G Campbell and Stella Carol Poyner wed at the Campbell residence with Rev Paul R Olson officiating. 65 guests attended as Beverly Paquet served as maid of honor and Jeanne Campbell was bridesmaid. The couple will live in Chicago after a Hawaii honeymoon. The bride works at Augustana Hospital. the groom is with Ad Creation in DeKalb.
Nuptial vows were repeated by Janice Irene Berge and Gary Wayne Myers at 2:30 PM in Washington Prairie Lutheran Church. Officiant Rev. Richard Sansgaard. Parents are Mr. and Mrs. Joseph O. Berge of Decorah and Mr. and Mrs. Jack Myers of Homestead. Reception for 125 guests followed the ceremony. newlyweds to reside at 942 Eleventh Street NE, Cedar Rapids.
North-south winners were Keith Hanson and Roger Welty first, with Mrs. S G Blencoe and Mrs. John Sto my second. East-west winners Keith Bean and Mrs. Frank Hellenthal first, Diane Vinquist and Pat Howard second. Next game is Tuesday at the Woman's club with newcomers game if entries meet.
The Iota Epsilon chapter of Pi Omicron sorority will host its annual breakfast Sunday at 8 30 at the Holiday Inn.
Multiple flight winners named across events at Twin Pines and Cedar Rapids Country Club. Medalists include Mrs. Forrest Ainsworth and Mrs. Gilbert Knott. winners span championship presidential A B C D flights with numerous named players and birdies. Forty-eight golfers participated with hostesses noted and upcoming club championship.
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