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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jul 29, 1932

Page

2

Domer Mrs W F Dies After Long Illness at 60

Mrs. W F Domer aged 60 died Thursday evening at 1174 Fourteenth street after a yearlong illness. She was born November 1871 in Shannon Illinois and spent early years in Shannon and Savanna before marrying Abe Summy in 1891. Survived by husband four children nine grandchildren and siblings, with funeral at Yocom chapel Sunday at 2 30 pm. Burial Oak Shade cemetery.

W. F. Domer Fourteenth Street Shannon Savanna Abe Summy Lucille Flory Aaron Lee Summy Domer Methodist Episcopal Church Ladies Aid Society Bethany Circle Robert Mitchell Woman’s Relief Corps Corps Marion Post American Legion Robert Day Rock Island Arsenal Frank Stevenson Marion Aaron Summy Newton Lee Summy Cedar Rapids Ray Kenneth Domer City C. W. Flory Englewood Calif Lulu M. Heidt Des Moines Yocom Chapel John M. Walters Methodist Church Oak Shade Cemetery

Sheffield visitors and picnickers in Stone City

Vermeulen of Sheffield Illinois visits Clark Bartlett home. Kenneth Hewett, a Bartlett guest, returns to Sheffield. Last week Mr and Mrs Bartlett with Miss Vermeulen Miss Dorothy Hanson Merle Wilson and Kenneth Hewett of Sheffield picnicked at Stone City.

Vermeulen Sheffield Clark Bartlett Kenneth Hewett Bartlett Mrs. Bartlett Miss Vermeulen Dorothy Hanson Merle Wilson Stone City

Halstead family visit travels to Grand Junction

Mrs. D. V. and her children of Halstead Kansas visited Mrs. Conwell's parents Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Barber. They left Thursday for Grand Junction to visit before returning home.

D. V. As Halstead Kan Ben

Mrs LeRoy Barber Visits Parents in LeMars

Mrs. LeRoy Barber traveled Thursday to LeMars to visit her parents, the Rev. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Koch.

LeRoy Barber LeMars Thomas Koch

Newlin Family Visits In Monti Home

Mr and Mrs Fred Newlin and their daughter Jane Helen visited in the J Anderson home at Monti cello Wednesday.

Fred Newlin Jane Helen J. Anderson Monticello

Bartlett Family Visits Relative in Monmouth

Mr and Mrs Leo Bartlett and their son Carl of Monmouth Illinois are visiting at the J A Bartlett home.

Leo Bartlett Carl Monmouth, Il J. A. Bartlett J Home

Public gathering hosted by Rev. Tiam Mathis this Friday

The event will be held Friday at 7 30 p.m. at the home of Mr and Mrs Fred Stack 1070 Eighth Avenue in Cedar Rapids. The venue is in charge of Rev Tiam Mathis and the public is invited.

Tiam Mathis Cedar Rapids Fred Stack Eighth Avenue

Mrs Gage Guests With Chicago Aunt

Mrs. William Gage of Chicago stays with her aunt Mrs. F. M. Howard during a visit described in social notes.

William Gage Chicago F. M. Howard

Mrs. Richard Funk Visits Duluth Relative

Mrs. Richard Funk of Duluth Minnesota visits her mother Mrs. Jacob Kocher.

Richard Funk Duluth, Minn Jacob Kocher

Gazette Food Ad Urges Public to Visit Local Stand

A Gazette advertisement promotes a local sales stand offering fruit vegetables and fries inviting customers to come to the seller’s place, highlighting the convenience of knowing what is available and where to find it.

Gazette

La Crosse Couple Visiting Jack Bevauns and Reichert Homes

Mr and Mrs J M Cate of La Crosse Wisconsin are visiting the Jack Bevauns and Verto Reichert homes.

Mrs. J. M. Cate la Crosse, Wis Jack Bevauns Verto Reichert

Luncheon at Marion Home With Tennis and Swim Party

Mrs Harold Peterson hosted a Thursday luncheon near Marion for friends Mrs Ivan Gilmore Miss Beulah Scott Mrs Dilman Moothart and Miss Mildred Frazee. The group played tennis at Thomas Park and ended with a swimming party in the afternoon.

Harold Peterson Marion Ivan Gilmore Beulah Scott Dilman Moothart Mildred Frazee Thomas Park

Capella Blue Birds Meeting Set at 3 PM

Capella Blue Birds will meet Monday at 3 pm in the Methodist church to discuss upcoming activities and plans.

Capella Blue Birds Methodist Church

Marion Community Club Directorate Meeting Friday Evening

The Marion Community club directorate will meet Friday at 7 30 p m in the club office. Mr and Mrs Harold Schultz and their daughter Elinor of Ames are this week in the Roy Murray home.

The Marion Community Club Club Harold Schultz Elinor Ames Roy Murray Ome

Relatives and Illness Reported in Regional Notes

Miss Gladys Miller visits relatives in Wyoming. Mrs. Chester Thompson of South Eighth Street is critically ill. Miss Hazel ae visits sister Mrs. Eva Hollingsworth in Minneapolis. Dr and Mrs Lyle Bailey departed for Spokane Washington after visiting Dr Bailey's parents Mr and Mrs J M Bailey.

Gladys Miller Wyoming Chester Thompson South Eighth Street Miss Hazel Ae Mrs Eva Hollingsworth Minneapolis

Dragoo Family Visiting A C Young Home This Week

Mr and Mrs Earl Dragoo and family of Martelle are visiting this week in the A C Young home. Supt ee Cc ee and their sons are gone to Washington Kan where they will visit relatives.

Earl Dragoo Martelle A. C. Young Ee Cc Aghington, Kan

Summy Family to Attend Funeral in Newtown Area

Mr and Mrs Aaron Summy of Newtown Missouri are expected here Saturday for the funeral of Mrs W F Domer, the mother of Mr Summy.

Aaron Summy Newtown, Mo

Daugh­ter of Ausmus improving after hospital care

Strait ten year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Roscoe Ausmus has been receiving treatments at Perkins Children’s hospital in Iowa City and has spent a month with Marion relatives while recovering.

Strait Roscoe Ausmus Perkins Children’s Hospital Iowa City Marion

Mrs Chester Osburn Returns From St Louis Visit

Mrs Chester Osburn has returned to Marion after visiting her mother in St Louis Missouri.

Chester Osburn St. Louis, Mo Marion

Sunday School Class Swim Party Noted

The Anemany Seeder boys Sunday school class taught by Mrs. W. G. Neill enjoyed a swimming outing on Thursday. Nine boys attended the group including Legion and Thomas Parks.

Anemany Seeder W. G. Neill

Moffatt Neill Returns After Illinois Visit

Mr. and Mrs. Moffatt Neill have come home following a two week stay with Mrs Neill's relatives in southern Illinois.

Mrs. Moffatt Neill Mrs. Neill Illinois

Alburnett Guests Enjoy Evening with Crawford Family

On Thursday evening guests from Alburnett visited Mrs. Strait's parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. T. Crawford, for a social gathering.

Alburnett

Gaskel Sisters Return Home After Kin Visit

Myra and Ernestine Gaskel return to Belle Plaine after visiting their uncle and aunt at their home. The family reunion followed a brief stay away from home, with relatives noting a pleasant visit and safe travel back.

Myra Ernestine Gaskel Belle Plaine

Sunday Guests at Alburnett Home Listed

Sunday visitors at the Merle Strait residence in Alburnett included Mrs. Renabell Wroe, George Goben of Waterloo, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Evans and children Cecil Douglas Dorothy of Kasson Minnesota, Mr. and Mrs. H T Crawford, Mrs. Myrtle Ausmus, Miss Betty Strait, Miss Bea Strait, and Young of the city.

Merle Strait Alburnett Renabell Wroe George Goben Waterloo Fred Evans Cecil, Douglas Dorothy Kasson, Minn H.T. Crawford Myrtle Ausmus Betty Strait Bea Strait and Young City

Dr. H G Stitzel Returns From Dix Visit

Dr H G Stitzel has returned from a business trip to Dix, Illinois, where he attended meetings and conducted professional duties during this visit.

H. G. Stitzel Dixon, IL

Forty ninth or fiftieth anniversary meeting of Benedict homeDes Moines

The public is invited to the meeting of the W C T U Friday at 3 30 pm on the library lawn to celebrate the Benedict home founding in Des Moines. A program will be given and light refreshments served. Attendees may bring gifts or pledges for future gifts.

Benedict Des Moines

Mrs Rockey Shows Slight Friday Improvement

The condition of Mrs. H D Roc key, who is seriously ill, Friday shows slight improvement.

H. D. Rockey

Youth on Mission Topic-Led C E Meeting at Church

The Christian Endeavor society of the Presbyterian church will meet Sunday at 8 p.m. in the church basement. Miss Marjorie Fernow will lead and present the topic on Youth on Mission.

Christian Endeavor Society of the Presbyterian Church Marjorie Fernow

Wayne Young Visiting Aunt in California

Wayne Young son of Mrs Margaret E Young visits his aunt Mrs John Adams in Burbank California, formerly of Cedar Rapids, during a family trip.

Wayne Young Margaret E. Young Burbank, Calif John Adams Cedar Rapids

Evans Family Plans Minnesota Visit

Mr and Mrs Fred Evans visit Mr and Mrs H T Crawford at 360 Sixth with Cecil and their daughter and Mrs Elizabeth ye ford and Elva Strait accompanying. They expect to visit Minnesota in two weeks.

Fred Evans Cecil and H. T. Crawford Elizabeth Yeford Ee Elva Strait Minnesota

Railroad Stocks Drive Uptick Across Market

In New York, public buying in late trading shifted toward railroad stocks, lifting leading carrier issues by one to several points and steadying the broader market. Despite fears of a technical reaction, public demand persisted, aided by the Interstate Commerce Commission's new stance affecting lines. New York Central led gains.

New York Interstate Commerce Commission York Central

Driver Is Burned Putting Out Fire In Truck

Leo Lincoln of Waterloo suffered burns to his right arm and leg about 7:30 pm Thursday while fighting a fire that threatened his truck on avenue NW near Ninth street. A gasoline can had upset in the truck seconds before and ignited from a cigarette stub. Lincoln received first aid at St Luke's hospital. his condition is not serious. Fire Company No 2 answered the still alarm and completed the job Lincoln began. He traveled with two companions, who escaped unharmed.

Leo Lincoln Waterloo Avenue NW Ninth Street Lincoln St. Luke’s Hospital Fire Company No. 2

Urbana Obituary Samuel Caldwell Dies After Illness

Samuel Caldwell, 77, died at his Urbana home after a three year illness. Born November 17, 1854 in Linn county near Center Point, he lived in Urbana 26 years. He leaves two daughters, Mrs. Earl Van De Venter of Waterloo and Harry Kisling of Urbana. Funeral rites Saturday at 2 30 p m with Rev Floyd Maynard officiating. Burial in Kisling cemetery.

Urbana David Samuel Caldwell Linn County Center Point Earl van de Venter Waterloo Harry Kisling Fur Episcopal Floyd Maynard Kisling Cemetery

Moonshine Plant Tapped By Hose In Post Of Garage Floor

A hose tapped a moonshine still unit post in a garage floor setting. Report notes the plant drained from the floor hose during the operation. Authorities investigate possible illicit activity connected to the site.

Bonus marcher Elmer Shovan dies after lodging attempt near Anamosa

Anamosa reports Elmer Shovan a 25 year old bonus marcher fell from a window while seeking lodging in a farmhouse near Anamosa Thursday. He was among five marchers who sought shelter at the rural farm in Anamosa area.

Anamosa Elmer Shovan

How to Play and Win in Duplicate Contract Bridge

This piece explains bidding logic using the Rule of Eight and discusses a Grand Slam decision. It notes how Duplicate Contract scoring parallels Rubber Bridge with key exceptions: undoubled overtricks, nonvulnerable and vulnerable games, and board-based vulnerability sequencing.

South

Radio Schedule Fragment Teems With NBC CBS WABC Listings

A dense list of radio program slots shows NBC CBS and WABC networks across hours from morning to late evening. Programs include music orchestras, dances, public affairs, and theatrical acts featuring performers like McLemore, Candie, and Walter O Keefe with various affiliates and venues.

Eer McLemore CBS WABC NBC WGN Negro Music Wis WABW WJZ Eyw Pisht Elab NEC WEAF KMOX Wee Ieee WEAP WJZ Rmox Eran Sonia Sharnova WMT Duchin Edwin C. Hall Leath Weaf Wishin Woo-Wi Stern WABCO Woc- Lombardo Orch

Denatured Alcohol Prevents Enamel Skin Formation

A tip advises placing a few drops of denatured alcohol on enamel after use to stop the formation of an enamel skin. The note emphasizes a simple aftercare step for smoother surfaces and easier cleaning.

Questions Answered by Mrs Culbertson

Mrs Culbertson offers to answer bidding questions and “slag sent in by peers” with replies sent via Cedar Rapids Gazette. Readers should address inquiries to her care at the Gazette with a three cent stamped self addressed envelope.

Culbertson Cedar Rapids Gazette

Scott reunion draws fifty in Brooklyn.

Brooklyn residents hosted the annual Scott reunion with fifty attendees. Notable guests included Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Harris and their Cedar Falls family, Mr. and Mrs. T. A. Dunmire and daughter from Graetlinger, Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Swartz and daughter from Des Moines, Mrs. Matthew Cavell and two sons from Cincinnati, and Miss Catherine Moore from Hartford.

Brooklyn Scott Stanley Harris Cedar Fails T. A. Dunmire Graetlinger C. W. Swartz Deas Moines Matthew Cavell Cincinnati Catherine Moore Hartford Conn

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