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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 05, 1973

Page

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Kathryn Boquist and John Webb Wed in Clinton Ceremony

Miss Kathryn Anne Boquist and John Bernard Webb exchanged marriage vows at First United Presbyterian Church in Cedar Rapids with a candlelight service. The bride wore ivory lace with a Juliet cap and roses in a pink shade bouquet. Reception for 250 followed at Camelot. The couple plans Jamaica trip and Clinton teaching careers are noted.

Clinton Kathryn Anne Boquist Martin G. Boquist Meadowbrook Drive Cedar Rapids John Bernard Webb Webb J. A. McDaniel New Albany Ind Bernard M. Webb First United Presbyterian Church Leslie Pritchard Wallace Juliet Deborah Luckritz Marion Martin J. Boquist Stephen Randall Lyle Oes Jamaica University of Northern Iowa Indiana University Bloomington Clinton High School Lamont Janet L. Kester Roger C. Miersen St. Mary’s Catholic Church Eugene P. Lorenz Louis Kester Donald Miersen Strawberry Point Ozarks Mr. Miersen LeFebvre Corp Traer Dorothy Erickson Glenn Thorne Harry W. Thorne Oregon Wis United Presbyterian Church Glen R. Dicken John A Erickson Thorne Germany Iowa State University

Nancy Lanfier Weds Mr. Dean at Kenwood Park United Methodist

Nancy Ann Lanfier and George William Dean Jr. were married at Kenwood Park United Methodist Church with 250 guests at the Downtowner club reception. The couple, residing at 2936 Bever Ave SE, plan a brief wedding trip. Dean works for Link Belt Speeder division FMC Corp.

Kenwood Park United Methodist Church Nancy Ann Lanfier George William Dean, Jr George William Dean Harrison Court Eugene Leroy Lanfier Greene Avenue Clifton W. Ellerbeck Dale Haddad Joetta Linda Lanfier John A. Wolfe Robert Baker San Francisco Mark Kelchner Mike Hackbarth Steve Mallicoat Andrew Klein Burlington Carrie Wolfe Bever Avenue SE Dean Link Belt Speeder Division FMC Corp

Dental Assistants Install Officers in Cedar Rapids

Mrs. Richard C. Jones of Troy Mills was installed as president of the Cedar Rapids Dental Assistants society. Officers include Miss Mary Jo Schallan as president elect, Miss Debbie Beardsley as secretary, and Mrs. Darrell Davis as treasurer. Connie Bretz and Mrs. Donald Westrom are board members.

Richard C. Jones Troy Mills Cedar Rapids Dental Assistants Society Richard Dircks Glass Road Mary Jo Schallan Debbie Beardsley Darrell Davis Connie Bretz Donald Westrom

Second Grade Class Honors Teacher Shower

Miss Judith English guest of honor at a Wright school shower hosted by her second grade class. Hostesses were Mrs Gene Dirks and Mrs Stanley Jasudowicz. Miss English is the June 9 bride elect of Richard Miller.

Judith English Glass Road Robert English Fort Dodge Wright School Gene Dirks Stanley Jasudowicz Miss English Richard Miller John Miller Salon

X11 Reducing Plan Diet Tablet Advert

An advertisement promotes X11 reducing plan tablets claiming hunger control and appetite suppression without drugs or exercise. It cites over 500 million tablets used, a 1928 founded company, and a price of 3 to 5 dollars with a money back guarantee via the druggist.

America

Bridal Shower Honors Miss Joann LeClerc in Sioux City

A 7:30 Saturday bridal shower celebrated Miss Joann LeClerc daughter of Mr and Mrs Edward LeClerc 1201 Twentieth Street SW with fifteen guests. Hosts were Mrs Francis Noll 1200 Twentieth Street SW and co host Mrs James Eckert. Miss LeClerc engaged to John Tiedemann of Blairstown and the couple set to wed July 14.

Joann LeClerc Edward LeClerc Twentieth Street Francis Noll James Eckert Miss LeClerc John Tiedemann Renn Tiedemann Blairstown

Knitted Afghan From Six Inch Strips Noted

The knitting column describes an afghan made from knitted strips each six inches wide. The article in The Sunday Gazette omitted the number six by error, and this correction notes the measurement.

The Sunday Gazette

Kennedy warns stalemate idea could spark nuclear war

Ten years ago President Kennedy stated that embracing a nuclear stalemate is the surest path to war, urging vigilance against Cold War brinkmanship and the dangers of mutual deterrence.

Kennedy

Anamosa Nuptials: Slager Bride Weds Gary Robertson

Janice Elaine Slager and Gary F. Robertson exchanged vows at Anamosa United Methodist Church in a 2:30 p.m. ceremony. The couple, both ISU alumni, plan a honeymoon in St. Louis and will reside in rural Lisbon after returning. The groom is the son of Clair Robertson of Martelle. the bride is the daughter of Dale J. Slager of Springville.

Hannibal Linda Ruth Donath Ronald Richard Rosendahl Richard E. Rosendahl Prairieburg Iowa Fifth Street Baptist Church Kenneth Pope Frank C. Donath Emden Hawaii Kirksville Palmyra Missouri Baptist College Northeast Missouri State University Culver-Stockton College Canton Lambda Chi Alpha Janice E. Slager Gary Robertson Anamosa Anamosa United Methodist Church Janice Elaine Slager Gary F. Robertson Brown Garlock St. Louis Lisbon Robertson Iowa State University Upper Iowa College ISU Alpha Lambda Delta Honorary Sorority Wendy Oaks Country Club

Longwells Celebrate Golden Anniversary at Keota Washington

Mr and Mrs Francis Longwell observed their 50th wedding anniversary with a Sunday dinner at the Captain's Table in Washington followed by a reception at the Allen Palmer home in Keota The couple married June 2 1923 in Monticello and have one son and two granddaughters

Wellman Francis Longwell Washington Allen Palmer Keota Longwell Cora Shafer Monticello

First Woman Pilot Hired by Major Airline

Bonnie Tiburzi 24 receives wings in Dallas and becomes the first female pilot for a major airline. She will serve as flight officer based at LaGuardia, with a path to co pilot after 7 to 10 years.

Bonnie Tiburzi American Airlines Dallas Texas New York la Guardia

Dear Abby readers praise India in bath debate

A group from Hagerstown Maryland challenged Abby over bathing views and argued India bans the untouchable caste since 1947. They declare Hindus bathe daily and that Indian leaders include a woman. A UP fellow replies that people are often critical of what they do not understand.

Abby Hagerstown India

New Officers Installed for Cedar Rapids Toastmistress Club

The Cedar Rapids Toastmistress club installed its 1973 74 officers at the regular meeting Monday. Elected officers include president Mrs John McFarland 225 Windsor drive NE vice president Mrs Robert Widger secretary Mrs Lenore Crisman and treasurer Mrs Ida Wasendorf. Club representatives are Mrs George Swab and Mrs James Bruner.

Cedar Rapids

Twilight Twirlers Anniversary Square Dance at Grace Church

Twilight Twirlers hold an anniversary square dance at Grace Episcopal church at 8 o clock Tuesday with Russ Penn as emcee. Also mentions want ads and a dial in number 398 8234 for selling buying or renting.

Twilight Twirlers Grace Episcopal Church Russ Penn Dial

Jaycee Wives Install Officers in Potluck Gathering

Mrs W D Merkel Jr was installed Monday as president of Jaycee Wives at a potluck hosted by Mrs Richard Hill. Other officers, board members named include Mrs Truman Johnson first VP Mrs Steve Burkhalter second VP Mrs Steve Sexton secretary and Mrs Lyle Svoboda treasurer with directors Messrs David Kimball Ronald Knott Robert Toborg and Scott Carnes.

W. D. Merkel, Jr Twenty-sixth Street Drive Jaycee Richard Hill Vine Avenue Truman Johnson Steve Burkhalter Steve Sexton Lyle Svoboda Mies David Kimball Ronald Knott Robert Toborg Scott Carnes

Post-Nuptial Shower Honors Mrs. Shepard

Mrs. Creighton L. Shepard was honored at a post nuptial shower hosted by Mrs. Howard A. Hoffman for 19 guests at 1020 Prairie drive NE. Bertha N. Young and Creighton Shepard were married Monday May 14 in Rock Island Illinois.

Creighton L. Shepard Fifteenth Street Donovan Young Klinger Street Mr. Young Howard A. Hoffman Prairie Drive James D. McVeigh Bertha N. Young Creighton Shepard Rock Island Ill

Kitchen Shower Honors Miss Barb Doonan

Miss Barb Doonan was guest of honor at a kitchen bridal shower on Monday evening hosted by Mrs. Robert Current and her daughter Cindy. Eighteen guests attended. she is the June 16 bride-elect of Tom O'Brien of Fond du Lac Wisconsin.

Barb Doonan Vine Avenue Robert Current Cindy Dalewood Avenue Miss Doonan Tom O’brien Thomas J. O’brien Fond du Lac Wis

Girls Golf Meeting for Junior High Plans Summer Play

Girls interested in playing golf are invited to a 1 pm Saturday meeting at Mrs. Al Wear's home 2719 Teresa Dr SW. Weekly play is Mondays at 8 from June 11 to August 20, with $2 dues and 25 cent club rental on junior girls' days. Call Mrs. Wear 364-6960 or Mrs. Dave Thompson 363-5451 if not contacted.

al Wear Teresa Drive Wear Dave Thompson

Former C R Director to Head Symphony

John Duckwall, director of orchestras at Washington senior high school from 1953 to 1968, appointed conductor of the Elmhurst Symphony Orchestra in Illinois. He previously directed orchestras at Addison Trail high school and resides in Villa Park.

John Duckwall Washington Senior High School Elmhurst Ill Duckwall Addison (Ill Trail High School Villa Park

Also Mentioned on This Page

Society For Women Features Kathryn Boquist Terberg Charles Schawl David Frame Camelot Mrs. Webb Nancy Lanfier Mrs. Dean, Jr Lon Argeies Tomes Morris Mrs. Jones Myron Brockmeyer Traer United Waterloo Ellsworth Junior College Joann Leclere Vlpa Eopet Clair Robertson Martelle Dale J. Slager Springville Herbert Andersen Robert Newhard Peg Robertson Anderson Jerry Davis Mark Robertson Ron Sleep Mr. Newhard Rich Ralston Tim Ely Maria Goodlove Kelley Prult Neal Robertson Mrs. Robertson Longwells Armar Ballroom Mrs Kenny Hofer Abigail van Buren Mrs. Merkel, Jr Center Point Road Frank Frank's PT Ya Shepard C. R Sun Estes: Fe Smart West 16Th Ave
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