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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Mar 03, 1956

Page

9

Iowa Distributes 16 Million Pounds of Surplus Foods

State officials report 16 million pounds of surplus foods valued over two million dollars were distributed to about 70,000 needy Iowa residents in 1965. Items included butter cheese dry milk lard cornmeal and rice with pork luncheon meat and canned gravy to be added. Estimated 41,725 eligible in counties not in program seeks equal access. delivery costs average about 400 yearly per county.

DES Moines Iowa Rolla Glenn Mate Board of Social Welfare Eady Lima Glennaid Benton Bremer Buchanan Butler Cerro Gordo Chickasaw Clay Clayton Clinton Delaware Dicklinson Fayette Franklin Grundy Humboldt Towa Jackson Johnson, Lee Linn Lyon Muscatine Page Plymouth Poweshiek Scott Tama van Buren Wayne Winnebago Woodbury Worth Board of Supervisors Soldiers’ and Sailors County Welfare Office

Notice of Administrator Appointment in Linn County Iowa 1956

Loren N Hullinger Jr named administrator of the estate of Wood Charlies Freese in Linn County Iowa. Creditors must file authenticated claims with the Clerk of Linn County District Court and debts paid promptly. Hullinger & Hullinger serve as attorneys for the administrator.

Ban on Marriages For Osage Pupils Is Ruled Illegal

Osage Iowa AP The Osage school board dropped a ban on high school marriages in effect since last November after an Iowa attorney general ruling said the board has no power to bar a student for being married. The ban arose after one girl married, another engaged, and a third contemplated marriage. The ruling called the ban unreasonable and unenforceable, though Principal Ira E Larson said the board still feels it is right.

OSAGE Osage School Board Iowa Attorney General’s Office Attorney General’s Office Ira E. Larson

Sheriff's Sale Notice of Linn County Real Estate Auction

By special execution from the District Court of Linn County Iowa Cedar Rapids Building and Loan Association vs Hazel Rhodes Bewell and Charlie R. Sewell for 3161.56 with 7 percent interest and 148.64 costs. Real estate Lot 3 Block 6 Browns Second Addition Cedar Rapids Iowa to be sold at public auction for cash March 18 1956 at 9:00 AM in front of the courthouse Cedar Rapids. Notice by Robert Oer sheriff.

Pines Distric Court Linn County Iowa Cedar Rapids Building and Loen Assn Hazel Rhodes Bewell Charlies R. Sewell Brown Cedar Rapids Court House Cneer Robert Oer

Scout Dinner Celebrates Anniversary at Legion Hall

The blue and gold Scout dinner drew about 200 attendees, welcomed three new dens, and announced new den mothers Mrs Richard Carsner Mrs Herman Dirks and Mrs Milton Sills. Pack 58 received the Liberty Bell and Pack 55 its charter from Raymond Lake American Legion Marion post sponsors. Local leaders Gil bert French and Harry Robsey participated as program figures.

Legion Hall Richard Carsner Herman Dirks Milton Sills Raymond Lake Marion Post American Legion Harry Robsey

Mrs Wickham and Mrs Pinch honored in shower at Cedar Rapids

A miscellaneous shower was hosted Thursday evening at 585 Thirty-first Street by Mrs Max Davis for her daughter Mrs Edward Wickham and daughter-in-law Mrs Robert Pinch. Prior to her marriage Jan 29 Mrs Pinch was Dorothy Karnes of Cedar Rapids. Mrs Wickham, married Jan 21, is the former Jeannette Davis.

Max Davis Thirty-first Street Edward Wickham Robert Pinch Pinch Dorothy Karnes Cedar Rapids Wickham Jeannette Davis

Dinner Guests Tie Police Chief to School Friends

Dinner guests included Police Chief and Mrs. Leighton Ford and their children Russell and Elizabeth Ann. Friday evening visitors were Mr and Mrs Wilber Swartzendruber of Wellman. Mrs Ford and Mrs Swartzendruber were Wayland High School classmates.

Leighton Ford Russell Elizabeth Ann Wilber Swartzendruber Wellman Ford Swartzendruber Wayland, Ia

Newhouses Buy Marion Area Building Site

Mr and Mrs Virgil Newhouse purchased a building site two miles east of Marion on highway 13 from Mr and Mrs Burgie Martin. Robert F Smith of Thomas E McGowan real estate firm completed the sale.

Virgil Newhouse Marion Highway 13 Burgie Martin Robert F. Smith Thomas E. McGowan

Vernons to Visit Dubuque and Iowa City Kin

Dr and Mrs Robert Vernon and their children Walter Benson and Laura will be weekend guests of their parents Supt and Mrs C B Vernon in Dubuque. Mr and Mrs John Vernon of Iowa City also visit the Vernon household for the weekend gathering.

Vernons Robert Vernon Dubuque Walter Benson Laura John Vernon Iowa City C. B. Vernon

Dinner in Honor of Seifferts Moving to La Crosse

Dr and Mrs T J Davis of 1776 Eighth Avenue host a Saturday dinner honoring Mr and Mrs Gerald Seiffert who are soon relocating to La Crosse Wisconsin.

T. J. Davis 1776 Eighth Avenue Gerald Seiffert la Crosse Wis

Howe family hosts visit in Central City

Mr and Mrs John Howe Jr and their children Jon and Gordon were guests Saturday of Howes brother Delwin Howe and his family in Central City.

Central City John Howe, Jr Jon Gordon Howe Delwin Howe

Gable Family Vacation Return Noted in Texas Trip

The Rev. Mr. and Mrs. James P. Gable returned from a vacation in the South visiting their son Winton Gable in Austin and other Texas and Mexican points. Irene Mann of 1020 Fourth Avenue is home from Cedar Rapids hospital after pneumonia illness.

James P. Gable South Winton Gable Austin Texas Mexico Irene Mann Fourth Avenue Cedar Rapids

Hanson couple returns from Hollywood vacation and hospital cases

Mr and Mrs Frank Hanson returned from a vacation in Hollywood and St Fagetened la Walter Bensch of 465 Tenth Street underwent major surgery Friday at St Luke s hospital Gladys Collier entered Mercy hospital for treatment

Frank Hanson Hollywood Walter Bensch Tenth Street St. Luke’s Hospital Gladys Collier Mercy Hospital

Marion Churches Baptist Service Schedule

The Rev. Charles Moore leads Bible gospel services with Sunday school at 9 45, worship at 10 45 including the Lord's Supper, and a 7 30 p m gospel service. A film on the English Bible will be shown. The Christian Board of Education meets at the parsonage Tuesday at 7 30 p m. Choir rehearsal is Wednesday at 6 45 p m. BYF safari association meets at 8 p m at the church. Building committee and trustees also meet at the church.

Roy P. Fields Chi Rho Fellowship Christian Youth Fellowship ICWF CWF Frazer A. Thompson Cedar Rapids Mexico Free Methodist J. P. Knepper Women’s Missonary Society Merle White Thirty-eighth Street Jean P. Hayter Christian Affairs Assembly First Presbyterian Church Westminster Guild Leighton Ford’s Women’s Organization Westminster House St. Paul’s Lutheran Missouri Synod E. L. Brandt I Walther League Church Council Dorcas Ed Carlson Ladies Aid Society Circle Charles Moore Christian Board of Education Tuesda Ichoir Association of Byf Safari

Beers and Cigaret Tax Revenue Rise in February

Des Moines reports February tax receipts show cigaret revenue at 547,248 up 66,338 from the prior year and beer receipts at 212,406 up 2,653 over February 1955.

Des Moines INS State Tax Commission

Executor's estate notice in Linn County Iowa 1956

Notice is hereby given that the undersigned chosen on the 2nd day of March 1956 duly appointed and qualified as Executor of the estate of Mate Steinke late of Linn County Iowa deceased. Persons indebted to the estate should make immediate payment. Those having claims against the estate should file them authenticated in the office of the Clerk of Linn County Iowa District Court. Frank Oteiskal Joseph J Severa attorney.

State of Iowa Linn County Wood Charlies Freese Iowa Loren N. Hullinger, Jr Hullinger & Hullinger Mate Steinke

Notice of Will Probate in Linn County Iowa Court

District Court in Cedar Rapids Iowa will hear on March 9 at 9 o clock an instrument claimed as the last will of Ida A Dayton late of Linn County. The hearing seeks proof for admission to probate in Cedar Rapids Iowa. Attorneys Barnes Wadsworth Berkins Locher.

Wen gRese Iowa Linn County Ida A Dayton

Lost and Found Classified Notices

Buff colored male cat stray from vicinity near 15th St and Hinkley NW. Lost glasses in brows case on 2nd St between 7th and ne Ave with reward. Lost black and tan Manchester toy terrier puppy about 2% months old. Lost suitcases with music items last seen on Slough road. Rewards offered. contact numbers provided.

15Th St Hinkley Ne Ave Dial Manchester Marion Slough Road

Variety of services and ads fill Ottumwa shop listings

A jumble of classified ads shows CAT Pizza Shop contact numbers and location, sewing services from Singer and Singer Center, tailor and repair services, watch and jewelry repairs, adoptive homes notice, mothproofing, pharmacy ads, a rummage sale, entertainment by Andy Doll, room rentals for weddings and parties, Butterfly Cafe booking, Legion Hall rental, and Ish рез Pavilion availability for private events.

K & M Pharmacy Mt. Vernon Road S.W Dial Andy Doll Ridgeriders Stanwood Butterfly Cafe Gene al Kurth Ae Legion Hall Raport Inn

Patrol Car in Roadblock Hit Injuring Deputy in Davenport

Scott County Deputy Sheriff Roger Crow, 32, was hurt when a car crashed into his patrol vehicle at a roadblock set to nab a car thief. Crow suffered chest and shoulder injuries and was listed in good condition at St. Luke's hospital. The suspect, John Kennedy, 29, of Davenport, admitted stealing the car.

Davenport Scott County Roger Crow Crow St. Luke’s Hospital John Kennedy

Farm Produce Income Down From Last Year in Iowa

Iowa farmers earned 17 percent less from farm produce than a year ago, though the mid February index rose 2 percent from the mid January 1956 report. The total index, covering prices for all farm products, also declined versus the prior mid February 1955 reading but improved versus January.

DES Moines (Lp Iowa Iowa Crop and Livestock Reporting Service

Notice of Amendment to May's Building Company Articles

Amended Article III lowers the stock plan to 1000 shares of 100 each with common nonassessable stock. Authorized capital is 100000, with rules on issuing stock upon payment, nonmoney issuances require Executive Council approval, and preemptive rights for existing shareholders. The amendment dated March 1956 is witnessed and attested in Cedar Rapids Iowa.

May's Building Company May’s Building Company State of Iowa Executive Council Louis Fellman Ph Gelb Alez_N.retary A. W. Base Rin Higley Cedar Rapids

Local Service Ads Offer Home Improvements and Trades

In a busy help wanted and service directory, multiple entries list contractors and tradespeople offering remodeling cabinet work plumbing cesspools and septic pumping carpentry painting upholstery and hauling. Several ads promise free estimates and licensed work with contact numbers and street addresses provided.

Sma Elene E Wright Harlan FE KING Lester Trunecek Ek Kramer Gaumon Bob Waddington Patott F. W. Lyman

Wanted Salesman for Used Cars at Local Dealership

Opening for an ambitious dependable used car salesman. Salary plus commission. Group insurance available. Good opportunity for the right man. Write box H-358, Gazette.

Salesman sought to detail drugs to physicians and hospitals

Experienced, aggressive man wanted to sell an ethical pharmaceutical line in an established territory. Unlimited opportunity with salary, expenses, bonus, and insurance. Interview set by Harding at the Montrose Hotel on Saturday or Sunday March 3 and 4.

Harding Montrose Hotel

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Janet Stanzel University of Iowa Sac City Miss Stanzel SAI Army Air Force Rotc Rapioa Lichty Jimmy Hallo Cranshaw Cran Thanx Rion St. Joseph’s Catholic T. J. McElliott William F. Siessington Prairie Chapel Harry ID. Green Marion Churches Frank Oteiskal Joseph J. Severa Gazette Novak Monument CO CAT Pizza Shop Hha Savn Hal Sheridan Hollywood Entertainment Service Guaranty Ty Singer Electric Singer Sewing Center 1St Ave. E Ana Hofer Sps S. Basoe Old Hickory Inn Melody Inn Dancing Tonight Res 12Th Ave MAYVU Leonard Raymore Ang Roxs DIA Sammy Good Mayearn Dick Heddy Leon Faicrpas Third ST. SE Oniax Sks Melvin L. Kasner Ave. SE Irving Smith Kenne Mersch James C Prises Graham Hiedtric Co Bowker Construction J. Venetian Blind John Vosdingh Aberee 3Rd Ave Fifth St Fred Kramer Ranie Carpenter Bartow Sail Lelbrand OM D St. NE Ning Kindjing Black Dirt Bravel OS Apes Pial Wea Coo Pal Hain Johan” Ave Hom Jingo Brown Salea Ieee Cole O.p"myers Co Eve le Bees Bteater Missouri_ territory Courlingtom Relate Clark Seth St Shepard Construction Co Renee Ist Annie CEDAR JADOT Plocal First Avenue Melvin Oldort Bian Wood Raper Guaranty Bs SS Combination Blacksmith & Welder Tony's Welding Taby Sittes Korneger 14Th Ave Fleckinger Rapids Chevrolet Co 1St Ave. S.E
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