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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1936
Page
2
George Bernard Shaw argues that another world war is unlikely and even impossible, praising Mussolini and Hitler for averting conflict through provocation and rearmament. He mocks pacifism, inflation of war fears, and endorses heavy armament and disarmament opposition as misdirections.
Halden, a longtime Iowa journalist and legislator, won the Republican nomination after a heated balloting that narrowed from thirty-two candidates to a two man race with Linville. Brookhart supporters anticipated a late shift as Woodbury County helped deliver the first ballot win.
Joseph Potter a 31 year old former convict and New Yorks latest ride victim died in Flushing hospital after being found in Whitestone street with five bullets through him He was conscious but unable to talk before he died
Union Pacific investigators examined the derailed Denver to Salt Lake City train near Baxter Wyoming to determine the accident cause. C H Munn of Central City Nebraska was killed and ten others were hurt though not seriously. The wreck included a steel passenger coach and 19 freight cars with heavy equipment damage. Traffic resumed after delay.
Bungalow Canning School Wednesday at Two. Advertising notice lists a community event time.
Canton Rainbow will meet Monday evening in Maine lodge hall at 838 First Avenue E. A full attendance of the members is requested.
W. L. Franks of 255 Fifteenth Street NW, Cedar Rapids-born and raised, has returned from Creston to serve as district representative for the Federal Hardware and Mutuals and the Hardware Mutual Casualty Company.
Tom Hines, longtime Cedar Rapids resident now in Marshalltown, returns to Cedar Rapids and joins the Syndicate Clothing selling staff. His family plans to move to the city around August 1.
The degree staff of Maine lodge of the Odd Fellows will meet for drill Thursday at 7 30 p m in Maine lodge hall 838 First avenue E. All members heading to the October grand lodge session at Burlington are asked to attend. Refreshments will be served. The regular Maine lodge meeting is scheduled for Tuesday evening.
TOKIO AP reports the war office will establish an army air force headquarters on August 1. All aviation units previously attached to army divisions will come under the centralized command of the new headquarters.
John Phillips, 22, of the Bronx, walked pantless for six blocks from his home to win a 50 cent bet and was stopped by a policeman. Magistrate George B. De Luca fined him $2 in addition to his loss.
Fierce fighting rages across Madrid and southern Spain as radical government forces bend to outflank insurgents. Reports say heavy bombardment, air attacks, and bayonet fighting widen the crucible around Lozoya and other key towns. Soldiers clash near Somosierra and Ceuta with civilians and militia joining the fray.
Asa Swanger 80, of Eagle Grove and formerly of Mechanicsville, died at University Hospital Iowa City after a long illness. Survived by his son C. H. Swanger, two daughters Mrs. H. P. Lineweaver and Mrs. Bessie Brock. his wife preceded him in death. Funeral services at Beatty chapel 10 a.m. Tuesday. burial in Mechanicsville.
A reader recalls Canada and three cinemas where the king appears with the Union Jack and God Save the King playing. The letter urges more frequent playing of the national anthem to foster gratitude for the flag and The Star Spangled Banner. Eleanor Holm Jarrett’s dismissal from the U S Olympic team for persistent rule violations prompts defense of discipline and accountability.
King Edward of England heads a vast pilgrimage to Vimy Ridge France for the dedication of a major World War memorial. President Albert Lebrun of France accompanies the monarch as up to 100 000 spectators witness the unveiling honoring 64 000 Canadians who died in the war. More than 6 000 Canadian pilgrims arrive by sea.
William Andrews 27 and Roy Andrews 25 from Quasqueton are in the county jail serving 30 days each for intoxication. Roy appeared before Justice A. H. Brooks for his sentence, while William, already under a 30 day reserve from last November, faced renewed commitment after a prior Dubuque sentence.
The drought section list grows by 27 Kansas counties, bringing the affected area to 540 counties across 16 states. Officials warn of higher food prices, especially eggs, as cold storage stocks dip and demand rises, while the soil program adapts to aid relief efforts.
Funeral services for Mrs Julia Murray died after two years illness were held at St Marys church Iowa City. Buried in St Joseph cemetery. She came to Cedar Rapids as a bride and later returned to Iowa City. Survived by two sisters Mrs Michael J OBrien and Mrs Frank Ries and three nieces and two nephews.
Funeral services for Mrs Frances Wilson were held in the Turner chapel at 3 30 p m with the Rev C F Edwards officiating. Burial followed in Linwood Cemetery. Friends may call at the chapel.
Funeral services for Mrs. Amy Ann Struve will be held at 1 p.m. in the Second Christian church and at 4 p.m. in the Christian church at Vinton. Rev. I. E. Linkletter in charge. Burial follows at the Vinton cemetery. Friends may call at the Shona chapel until 11 a.m. Sunday.
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