Cedar Rapids Employment Hits Record in June
The Cedar Rapids area reports a June employment peak at 13,000, up from 12,953 in May and 12,332 in December, 1948. The Chamber notes gains from small firms and expansion of long established industries, with air cargo, auto sales, and real estate indices rising alongside payrolls.
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Cedar Rapids airport plan expands with new hangars gains
The Cedar Rapids airport master plan advances with larger hangars and T hangars for private rental, a fixed base operator facility, and a bigger administration building. Officials say federal grants total 375000 dollars while city bonds of 585000 support the project, with tax impacts of about a quarter mill.
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Lost watch reward urged by Gazette want ad
A notice explains that two ladies lost wrist watches were returned to their owners after Gazette Lost ads appeared. It encourages readers to place a Gazette want ad for valuables. Call the switchboard numbers provided for inquiries and claim a reward.
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Helen Gilbert Sues Sixth Husband in Divorce Suit
Hollywood film actress Helen Gilbert filed for divorce from her sixth husband James E. Durant a 45 year old Las Vegas casino manager. The marriage lasted four months and she cites cruelty. Gilbert previously married Mischa Bakaleinikoff Bill Marshall Seymour Chotiner Victor Makzoume and John Stompanato.
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James E. Durant
Las Vegas
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Bill Marshall
Seymour Chotiner
Victor Makzoume
John Stompanato
Cotton Mather Descendant Weds Negro Social Worker in Long Island
Boston socialite Anne Mather, a descendant of Cotton Mather, married Frank C. Montero, director of the Urban League fund, at Mrs. Brush’s estate in Bridgehampton New York. The ceremony included Judge Hubert Delany as best man and Rev. James H. Robinson officiating.
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James H. Robinson
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Columbia University School of Social Work
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Salem man accused of witchcraft linked to his books
A Salem resident faces suspicion of witchcraft in 1692 related to several books he authored on witchcraft. The case centers on alleged beliefs and writings that drew scrutiny from local authorities during the famous colonial panic.
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Plans Made To Evacuate Refugees From Europe
New York AP reports IRO director general Donald Kingsley plans to evacuate refugees from Europe. Kingsley, bound for Geneva, says destinations may be North America and notes negotiations with U.S. and Canadian officials. He also says a ship clearance was received to send an IRO vessel to Shanghai for 3000 refugees stranded there.
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No Sugar Shortage Claim From Sugar Broker
A New York sugar broker Lam born & Co. asserts there is no shortage. They say housewives hoarding sugar drain bins and causing apparent scarcity. Mountains of sugar are available and more will be produced soon, but cannot meet extreme hoarding demands.
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The Life of an Electric Device Diminished by Frequent Cycling
Frequent power cycling harms device lifespan by stressing components and reducing efficiency. Repeated on off switching accelerates wear on switches, batteries, and power electronics, leading to earlier failures and higher maintenance costs.
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