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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1939
Page
14
At Mercy hospital a son was born to Mr and Mrs Henry Sempowski of 1810 Ridgewood terrace SE on June 1 and a daughter to Mr and Mrs Emil Schultz of 300 M avenue NW on June 2 as listed in the Daily Record 1939 notices.
Beulah Morris 19 of Belle Plaine was fined 25 dollars and costs for disorderly conduct. Guy E. Johnson 38 of 717 Fourth Avenue SE and Mrs. Gene Rodgers 21 also fined 25 dollars and costs each on the same charge after police arrested them at 1 45 am Friday in Johnsons room where they had lived for two weeks.
Justice H R Churchill fined Edward Neville of Marion ten dollars and costs for speeding with a truck and fined Ray Peterson of Denver Colorado twenty five dollars and costs for having an overloaded truck axle.
Custody granted to Pearl Althea Miller in a cruel and inhuman treatment case with property rights settled by stipulation. Elva Beck receives remarriage name Elva Tufts after desertion ruling. Eliza Merrill Burkhalter awarded divorce on cruelty grounds with marriage to Louis D. Burkhalter Jr. in Cedar Rapids and Los Angeles records noted.
Harold Kelly and Mary Gillen of Cedar Rapids. James W. Primmer of Cedar Rapids and Emma Mae Nerdliska of Victor. Donald Carruthers of Masonville and Louise M. Reinking of Central City obtain marriage licenses.
A high level dinner arranged by Secretary Hopkins gathered business figures including W Averill Harriman JF Fogarty E R Stettinius Jr Carle C Conway and others to hear the President on economic issues. Roosevelt did not attend due to sinus trouble. discussion covered labor taxation business legislation and regulation.
The Senate approved a $305.192 million flood control bill after restoring $50 million for various projects cut by the appropriations committee. The measure returns to the House for action on amendments as the chamber rejected its committee’s reductions and restored funding near the House total.
Rescue efforts faced delays as the submarine Thetis remained stuck in shallow water near Liverpool. Divers tapped the hull to communicate while air supplies and air pumps fought to sustain those aboard. Families waited in Birkenhead as officials confirmed all on board were alive.
Washington AP reports unemployment claims under the social security act rose by 487 percent from March to April while payments fell 31.5 percent. Initial claims reached 1,007,880 in April with payments at 33,454,990. By July Sinois and Montana start programs making job insurance operating in all states plus DC Alaska and Hawaii.
Washington action clears the $30 billion federal bond limit while leaving the overall debt cap of $45 billion intact. The measure, approved by the Senate, supports issuing more bonds without altering the total debt ceiling.
James W. Harper 65 of Cedar Rapids retires after 43 years in railroading with 28 years as an engineer. He rode on Rock Island freight between Cedar Rapids and Iowa Falls since January 1911 with no serious accidents. Earlier he worked as a fireman for BC and RN starting in 1895. He lived in Manly Albert Lea and Cedar Rapids and recalls an eight day battle with snow drifts from Manly to Inver Grove Minnesota. He is a member of Town Consistory No 2 El Kahir Shrine and the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers.
Townsend backers push ahead after the House defeat 302 to 97. Senator Downey plans an amendment to the social security program to adopt the Townsend or similar pension plan. Senator Pepper says he may seek higher old age assistance if the Townsend bill fails. Dr Francis E Townsend says supporters remain undeterred.
February 1938 rezoning allowed Concrete Materials to blast in Pleasant Valley. The permit expired April 1 with a missing renewal and bond record. Monday officials will discuss allowed dynamite load and potential future damages with company officials.
Federal Judge H W Ford in London Kentucky set Monday October 2 for the retrial of the Harlan labor conspiracy cases. The earlier trial ended with a jury deadlock and the judge cited inadequate winter shelter for witnesses in the federal building as a reason for the scheduling.
Anthon Papas, 55, a Chicago fruit store clerk, was indicted for murder after the fatal shooting of Muriel Campbell, 18. He appeared in court with a black eye from blows by the girl's relatives at an inquest. the assistant state's attorney said he would seek a death penalty by jury qualification.
Alvord endorsed Morgenthau's tax revision plan with two minor reservations. He supported elimination of double taxation and consolidation of returns for affiliated groups. The Chamber praised the Treasury's fiscal approach while opposing linking surtaxes to tax exempt bonds.
Franklin Peddie Jr former Cedar Rapids boy left Chicago by plane at noon Friday for Hollywood on summons from NIKO studios. He is a Northwestern sophomore who won auditions in Chicago and was tested in singing and reading for Jesse Lasky RKO. Winners from New York Chicago and the Pacific coast would face Hollywood tests this month.
NEW YORK AP A milk truck stood hours at a busy Brooklyn corner before early Friday when the refrigerator door opened revealing Louis Bolter 35 dead in the compartment. Police said he likely entered to fetch milk and was trapped when the door slammed shut. A hole in the door should have released him but was probably forgotten in fear.
Mrs. G H Bolus wife of Thetis commander watched a newsreel about the Squalus disaster in Liverpool. She learned Friday her husband was safe and asked about the other sailors, reflecting the uncertainty surrounding the submarine tragedy.
Coe seniors complete their farewell as four day commencement ends Monday with diplomas and a speech by Senator Edward R. Burke. Dr C Ward Macy moves his Saturday lecture to Old Main third floor speech room. Bryant speaks in Stewart Memorial Library staff room followed by reception. Marvin Cone art exhibit opens Saturday and Sunday. Alumni dinner at Voorhees quadrangle features Mabel Lee as speaker and honorary degree for her at graduation. Alumni officers for 1939 40 to be elected.
The union will meet at 10 a.m. Saturday in the Labor temple. Charles and Mrs Earhart spent Memorial Day at Corcova. Jan Hus, v O. C. F. degree staff meet at 7:30 p.m. at B. J. hall. Renata Tyrs Sokolky meet at 8 p.m. in Sokol hall. Marcus de Finck of Des Moines, formerly in the alcohol tax unit here, is in the city on business. Dr. William E. Brown moved to 1105 Merchants Bank Bldg. The Maccabees picnic breakfast is Sunday at 8 a.m. at Bever park. DeMolays assemble at 9:45 a.m. Saturday at Moon funeral home for Mrs. Tom Walpole’s funeral. Viking lodge 293 SF of A meets 8 p.m. Saturday at Knights of Pythias hall. Glen Tharp reports his boat stolen from near the Shaffer quarry. Clarence Wilson to sponsor July Riverside park celebration with games. James Woodside’s residence address given in police court item is incorrect. Floyd Wilder, 18, has joined the 14th Cavalry at Fort Des Moines. Rudolph Fisher files bankruptcy with debts of 3547.02 and assets 548. exemptions claimed at 415. Harry Sundberg appears before interstate commerce examiner on transfer of part of Iowa Freight Lines to H and W Motor Express, affecting Cedar Rapids to Clinton route.
Members of the young men's bureau of the Chamber of Commerce are asked to be at Hawkeye Downs at 1130 Sunday morning to help in final preparations for the horse racing program scheduled for the afternoon.
The fourth annual Knights of Columbus barbecue will be at Frolic field Wednesday evening August 9. If it rains it moves to the following night. A. J. Cassel serves as general chairman.
Tra Gable and Jim Curry told police that each received a check for 8.82 dollars payable to O. J. Nelson and signed D. D. Elliott. The checks were found to be stolen from the Wilson Produce company.
Seventy Rotarians from Cedar Rapids Mount Vernon and Marion met at the lodge in the Lower Palisades for a joint dinner meeting Thursday night. Dr Charles R Keyes of Cornell College spoke on the Palisades history and its development into a state park and Robert Bickel screened pictures of Iowa rivers.
Mrs William Nugent aged 45 of 626 Sixteenth Street NE suffered a sprained neck at 8 05 p m Thursday after the car she rode in with her husband was bumped from the rear by a car driven by Joe Till 32 of Independence Nugent was driving east on First Avenue and stopped for a light at Thirteenth Street when Till failed to stop according to police
John Hamilton of 1261 Twenty second avenue SW and Robert Clifton of 2031 Madison street NE sustained severe lacerations to fingers at work. Hamilton’s injuries occurred in a Penick and Ford plant machine. Clifton’s at Hall Manufacturing. Both were treated at St. Luke's Hospital. Hamilton remained hospitalized after sutures.
Washington AP The House approved Roosevelt era reorganization legislation with little debate joining the Senate in enacting measures to make government programs effective.
Prof George R. Davies of the University of Iowa argues that history shows deep mood periods bring conflict and warfare, but he hopes the United States will diverge from European paths. He notes trends in corporate structure, labor management by stopwatch, and rising efficiency through science and invention.
A. L. Killian of Cedar Rapids to toast at Bowman hall as portraits of President Burgstahler Dr Cole and Dr Norton by Christian Abrahamsen are unveiled and donated to Cornell. Speeches on Cornell by Dean Peisen W R Boyd Leo Paulger and Elmer Johnson. Cornel] string quartet to perform. 220 guests invited.
A three judge federal court in Kansas City ordered five insurance companies to return to the court’s custody all funds distributed under a 1936 compromise that split Missouri rate settlement proceeds. The agreement had awarded 80 percent to the insurers and 20 percent to policyholders after a rate increase was disallowed.
In Washington two 45,000 ton warships were ordered from New York and Philadelphia yards. Assistant Secretary Charles Edison said the record peace time build program was advancing. The ships will mount nine 16 inch guns, reach about 33 miles per hour, and take 52 months to complete at a cost of 80 to 85 million dollars each. The pair is part of 24 vessels authorized or allocated with total estimated cost around 35 million dollars.
Funeral services for Mrs Elizabeth Patterson widow of Elwyn Patterson who died at her home 1869 Ellis boulevard NW will be held in Turner chapel at 2 p.m. Saturday Rev S M Morrow officiating with burial in Linwood cemetery Friends may call at the chapel.
Mrs Grace Walpole of 1806 Grande avenue SE died in a local hospital late Wednesday. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday in the Moon chapel with Rev. Robert Little officiating and burial in Cedar Memorial Park.
Funeral services for Alfred Gage who died at his home near the airport Thursday morning will be held at Beatty chapel at 11 am Saturday. Burial will follow in Linwood cemetery.
The article explains how flowers can be cultivated using ex celsior, water, and chemicals in a soilless setup, avoiding any contact with soil and enabling precise nutrient control.
Judge J E Heiserman grants Eliza Merrill Burkhalter divorce from Louis D Burkhalter Jr on cruelty grounds. She receives title to 233 Sinclair Ave SE Cedar Rapids furnishings and alimony of 500 within three days and 3600 in 36 monthly payments starting June 15. If not remarried by June 15 1942 payments continue and extend with further 50 and 100 sums through 1946. Marriage occurred December 1 1934 in Cedar Rapids.
Linn county is granted 7260 for unemployment relief for June from the state relief office as reported by relief director Mrs Mildred Hunt. The county will provide another 7260 to total 14520 to handle an estimated caseload of 600. In a replevin case Lamac Store Fixture Company asks possession of refreshment equipment valued at 500. Default of Thornwood Amusement Company under a conditional sales contract is alleged. D W Bates receiver of American Trust and Savings bank authorized to settle a 19264 62 note of C R Chandler by delivery of 25 bank shares of about 200 each.
President Roosevelt, plagued by sinus trouble, stayed from his office and canceled Friday engagements including the morning press conference. Secretary Early said fever was under one degree and, if weather allowed, a Potomac cruise was planned for Sunday afternoon.
In Boston Eleanor Roosevelt deflected queries on a potential Roosevelt third term saying women are not allowed to express opinions on such matters. She discussed King George VIs visit, noting preparations and a smooth schedule while praising American papers for royal tour coverage. She opposed the Townsend plan, citing unfair tax burdens on youths.
King George and Queen Elizabeth, refreshed by the quietest day of their trans continental tour, continued eastward Friday toward Edmonton Alberta. The royal train is due Friday afternoon in the capital, home of Premier William Aberhart. The couple walked undisturbed at Jasper Park, staying unseen in an outlook cabin with only the scenery and a lone eight room cottage for company.
A dignified elderly man in Army colonel uniform was taken into federal custody in Chicago for impersonating an officer during a Milwaukee German American band event. Hugo R Opitz, linked to a 1916 case of abandoning a wife and four children, faces removal for trial on the impersonation charge after refusing to confirm his identity in municipal court.
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