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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1944
Page
6
Survivor account details the American ship torpedoed in the English Channel during World War II. The sinking followed an E boat hit, many injured or killed, and the crew scrambling at battle stations as the vessel rolled and sank within minutes.
Survivors recount clinging to a rope and rafting through a slick of heavy oil that coated skin and equipment. The delaying dawn offered a glimmer of rescue as voices cried for help and the injured moaned while others urged strength.
Sealed proposals for general construction including plumbing heating and electrical work for the Nurses Home addition to St Luke's Methodist Hospital Cedar Rapids Iowa will be received until 2 PM Central War Time Friday June 30 1944. Bids opened publicly at that time.
The District Court in Linn County Iowa will hear proof for the Last Will and Testament of Joseph Abadeely on June 23 at 9:00 A.M. at the Cedar Rapids courthouse. Clerk Arthur Axmear and attorney W Glassgow are listed.
A new drug named gentian violet used in P-W worm treatment by Dr D Jayne Son promises to relieve pin worm infection. The ad claims easy dosing and effective action unlike old worm syrups and candies, urging buyers to seek prompt relief.
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