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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jul 22, 1948

Page

13

West Allies Seek Compromise Amid Berlin Crisis

Analysis by John M. Roberts Jr notes a shift from coercion to compromise as Western powers press for UN consideration if negotiations fail. The piece covers Berlin blockade tensions, Four Power talks, and the aim to sustain aid to Berlin while weighing German issues and possible stern measures.

Afticins Marshall United Nations Moscow London Truman Washington Clay Berlin Russia Germany Europe

Roy Schwab Guest Conductor For Cedar Rapids Concert

Roy Schwab will guest conduct the Cedar Rapids concert band Sunday at 7 30 pm in the plaza. The program includes El Capitan and Gershwin selections from Porgy and Bess plus the Reseda national dance from Czechoslovakia performed by Cedar Rapids dancers. The event is third in a series by local 137 AFM with insect control and park spraying arranged for the free concert.

Cedar Rapids Czechoslovakia Plaza R. L. Moehrmann Ben Miska American Federation of Musicians Roy Schwab Springville Maquoketa el Capitan George Gershwin Porgy and Bess Union Robert She AFM Smythe Richard Jones St. Francis of Assisi Namie Moehl Red Cavalry Gould Perey Gersh Klaxon Pillmore Aaa Ar Ee Mosart Seitz Janes Sabes Strauss Barnhouse

Nabisco 100% Bran Advertises Easy Constipation Relief

The ad promotes Nabisco 100% Bran as finer milled and milder on the stomach to relieve constipation without harsh upset. It claim tastes good at breakfast and suggests see a doctor if symptoms persist.

Flood Drags 4000 to 5000 From Homes in Ohio River

In Lancaster Ohio between four thousand and five thousand residents were displaced by a flash flood from the Hocking River. The Cross disaster service reported no casualties and quick aid was provided at the local armory. A bridge on Route 22 washed away and field crops sustained the main damage.

Lancaster Ohio Hocking River The Cross Disaster Service Ion

Kids Public To Sell More Used Autos

Washington dealer Hill and Tibbitts uses playful car ads to boost used auto sales amid a shortage. William G. Hill Jr. writes lines claiming models such as a 1941 Buick and a 1948 Ford attract buyers, sometimes prompting humorous or odd requests like a box of Duz.

Washington Buick Hill and Tibbitts William G. Hill, Jr Dixiecrat Chevrolet la Salle Dodge Ford Young Hill Hill

11 Year Old Boy Fatally Shoots Woman in Martinez

In Martinez California 11 year old Thomas Harrington admitted to shooting Mrs Eb ling during a robbery attempt at her grocery store. He wore a handkerchief over his face and fled after the shot, leaving a cache of rifles and a plan for a robbery. Sheriff James N Long described the motive as wanting money after seeing others with cash. The incident ends with the woman dead and the boy in custody awaiting further action.

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Boy Cyclist Killed in Sioux City Collision

Kent Johnson an 11 year old boy died after his bicycle struck a truck while riding downhill. Police reported the rider was moving fast at the time of impact.

Sioux City Kent Johnson

Stassen Backs Dewey in 1952 Campaign

Harold E. Stassen pledged wholehearted support for Governor Dewey in the presidential campaign. He offered his organization to Dewey and said he would wait for Dewey to outline major issues before speaking. The two leaders discussed strategy and enjoyed a casual day at Quaker Lake.

Stassen Dewey

Thaw Will Leaves Evelyn Nesbit $10000 and Notes on Motive

Harry K. Thaw left a gross estate of $1,211,094.37. In his 19 page will dated July 14 1945 he directed $10000 to Evelyn Nesbit Montana or her son Russell Thaw. The article recalls Nesbit’s role in the Stanford White murder.

Glens Falls N. Y Harry K. Thaw Thaw Miami Beach Evelyn Nesbit Montana Russell Thaw Madison Square Garden New York

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