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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1946
Page
2
Weather summary for Bismarck and New York with temperatures and precipitation forecasts. Divorces, marriage licenses, traffic violations, and police reports list cases, fines, and court details. Birth announcements include locations and dates.
A local notice records multiple residents including Mrs. Walter Rose Mrs. J. J. Mokress F A Challed Mrs. Walter Richards and others at addresses on Mt Ver non avenue SE B avenue NE Thirty second street NE Fifth street SE and Thirty second street NE each fined one dollar and costs in a municipal proceeding.
Cedar Rapids city council awarded sewer construction contracts to Gjellefald Construction of Forest City and Haegg Construction of Cedar Rapids. Kruse bid was rejected as the project could be cheaper by splitting awards. Section details list four sections with respective firms and prices.
Ralph A. Wagner 34 was captured in Texarkana Ark and returned to Muscatine to face two murder charges. The killings of Milton Rex Kilburn 32 and Willis Jack McKenzie 41 occurred at The Club billiard parlor and night club after a dispute over money. A stray bullet wounded Mrs. Paul Hunn 34. Wagner had been sought since Oct 4 with a $300 Iowa reward.
The article notes that the Soviet government did not inform London about its action, continuing on page 1 coverage and sparking diplomatic friction.
Iranian Ambassador Hussein Ala told reporters after a State Department meeting that Washington should join Britain in requesting Russia to explain its decision to keep Red troops in Iran. He noted the 1943 Tehran declaration and urged U S moral leadership for justice.
A Roosevelt, New York man identified as Peter S. Beck, 50, plunged from an upper floor of the Empire State Building on Monday. He struck a sixth floor setback as police investigated the fall and noted the observation tower was closed.
Two 17 year old defendants plead guilty to larceny of a motor vehicle. Judge Floyd Philbrick postpones sentencing to Tuesday for further investigation. Defendants Carroll Ray Darringer and Raymond Brady are held on 2500 dollar bonds. Their court-appointed attorneys oppose a lesser charge.
John Sticknoth of Sioux City told Rotary Club members that University of Iowa students, especially veterans, are serious minded and contribute to a better world. He cited weekend library hours, veterans’ housing, and the need for new buildings and libraries with expanded funding to handle rising enrollments.
An airliner attempting a flight over wreckage turned back as storm clouds loomed within 20 miles. Rescue operations faced dense fog and winds in the Laguna range. Coroners and Red Cross ambulances lined up. Mrs. Margaret Greener of Forest City Ark was en route with her infant son to Hawaii under Civil Aeronautics Authority rules.
A housing study resolution from labor leaders urged a special Iowa legislature session. Secretary treasurer Orvel Champ presented it to Gov. Blue, who said Iowa would cooperate in housing programs. He noted Washington controls the nationwide plan and actions depend on its final program.
The United States asked Russia and China for information on reports that Red Army forces removed industrial equipment from Manchuria. A State Department official said no official information exists but Moscow and Chungking have been asked to provide details. The department notes such property should not be removed until Allied reparations agreements are in place.
President Truman urged congressional ratification of the 3.75 billion dollar Britain loan calling it essential for world trade and American jobs. He said rejecting it would provoke trade warfare, and praised the advisory board for backing the measure as key to postwar peace and economic stability.
Paris reports France and Britain will withdraw their troops from Syria by April 30 with the joint operation starting March 11. A French British military commission is studying Lebanon evacuation plans as part of the agreement.
Mrs Oliver Carr spent the night waiting outside an automobile sales room in Centralia to secure a new model. The first come first served sale began at 7 p.m. with veterans, guards, and 15 hopeful customers by 5 a.m. The Carrs will receive delivery later this month.
Anna Zak of Chicago is named executrix without bond in the Cedar Rapids will of Anna Zeleny who died February 20. The will dated January 9 leaves Zak the estate and notes she receives the bequest for the many kindnesses she has shown throughout life.
Dr Arthur C Naibert announces the opening of his dental office in the 411 Higley Building with phone contact 9657. The Gazette Sunday lists Beatrice I Janeba as a major in the Red Cross fundraising drive. Century Cabs offers quick courteous service at 5146.
Coe College music department presents a program for Kiwanis Ladies Night at the Roosevelt hotel on Wednesday with dinner served at 6 30 p m.
President Truman and former British Prime Minister Winston Churchill depart by special train from Union Station at 2 p.m. EST en route to Fulton Missouri where Churchill will speak at Westminster College on Tuesday. The party includes about 100 members and will travel by motor from Jefferson City to Fulton.
Martha Kemp Mature, ex wife of Kal Kemp and later Victor Mature, has told friends she will marry writer St Clair McKelway next month in Hollywood. The zuverlässiges confirmation comes from AP sources.
Robert R. Melrose the suspended Buchanan county attorney asked the Iowa supreme court to appoint a judge from outside the Tenth district to hear the state removal action. He pled innocent to corruptly influencing an official. The hearing is set for March 8. In Independence the Buchanan county board named Allen Smith WWI veteran and Republican as acting county attorney.
Pfc. Harvey A. Hudepohl of South Amana in Manila is being transferred to a new Pacific unit. He has been overseas since August. Lt. Andrew Rector of 610 Fourteenth Street SE has earned the Air Medal for meritorious aerial service in the Pacific. He is stationed at Okinawa with three battle stars and has served since December 1942, overseas since October 1944. Rector, a Manchester High School graduate, attended Coe College before service.
John Artgotsinger 21 of Lisbon faced reckless driving charges after his car crashed into a parked vehicle at A avenue and Seventh streets early Sunday. He was released on 102.25 dollars bond and his case set for Tuesday. Patrolmen Vande Fellwock and Felix Barta arrested him and reported he admitted drinking.
Dr. Herbert Gerstman, who left Marion in September 1944 to serve in the armed forces, will resume his practice Tuesday in rooms formerly occupied by the Red Cross. He served as a captain with the Sixty third infantry at the front in Central Europe and the Rhineland and previously practiced in Marion for five years.
Mrs. Goldin 1220 Eighth Avenue travels to Monticello on Monday after the death of her mother Mrs. Grant Adamson. Her sister Mrs. Edward Farrer and her son Edward of Chicago have been visiting the Goldin home and accompanied her.
Mary Gross mother of W A Jackson of Marion died Saturday at Buffalo Oklahoma. Improvement was reported Monday in the condition of Mrs W A Jackson who is a patient at St Luke s hospital. No visitors are allowed.
Advertises a double bed with mattress and springs in good condition. Contact number 936 Marion for details.
Mr and Mrs Frank Claeys celebrated their son Frank Charles Claey turning four with a Sunday birthday party at their home 1300 English boulevard.
Weekend notes include Mrs. Z W Bain visiting Ottumwa relatives and several residents in St Luke's and Mercy hospitals. Reuben Armstrong family hears from son Pfc William Armstrong in Switzerland. H L Fox of St Louis visits family. Betty Peck undergoes Saturday emergency at Luke's. Art club picnic moved to John Bunting home 315 Eighth Ave.
Miss Mildred Carpenter ends an extended East tour and will return home Wednesday for a two week visit with her parents the W B Carpenters before leaving for Boston to accept a position.
Mr and Mrs W E Dean 2120 Eighth avenue entertained Sunday for the birthday of Mrs Louise Doan sister in law to Doan family members attended the observance a simple family gathering with light refreshments and warm greetings.
Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Porter and their daughters Betty Lou and Doris Nassif apartments entertained eight guests at dinner and a theater party Saturday.
Miss Margaret Miller travels to Excelsior Springs Missouri for unspecified plans or visit noted in local notices.
Des Moines AP reports Governor Blue denied executive clemency for Philip H. Heincy 72 and his son William 45 who are slated to be hanged March 29 for murder. He will consider further evidence on their mental condition before the execution date.
Superior Oil asked to install a gas bottle at the rear of 820 First Street SW and was referred to the building inspector. Morehead Construction sought curbs cuts at 211 Eighth Street SE and 109 115 Seventh Street SE, referred to the city engineer and police traffic. The council renewed a class B beer permit for Joseph F. and Mary Mrazek at 219 Fourteenth Avenue SE. Otto Lizcar at 1127 29 Third Street SE surrendered a class C permit, with class C permits issued to Orlo A. F. Van Tassel, also of 1127 29 Third Street SE, and LaVerne B. Fleagle of 1007 Third Street SE.
The council issued cigarette permits to Mrs. Charles Hughes and to William F. Miller with L. R. Buroker. L. F. Speedling surrendered a permit. An auctioneer license was granted to Andrew L. Shakespeare.
Major Harry E. Hoch announced at the local recruiting station that twenty-one men signed up for three-year Army hitch. Names and addresses include Vopalka Saldana Bailey Black Coon McDowell Post Johnson Rooks English Nowadsky Caperonis Miller Gable Athey Burke Van Horn Loftsgrad Bernhard Hendrickson Miller and others with varied street addresses in Marion, SW, NW, NE and SE districts. Most chose their branch and theater of service.
Three youngsters received first aid at St Luke's hospital. Tom Viebes ten suffered a one inch wrist cut from a porch fall on Saturday night. Lyle Johnston four was treated for second degree burns to his face shoulder and arm from boiling water in an at home accident. Betty Lee Rowden eight sustained a puncture wound to her leg after falling on a piece of iron while playing on Sunday.
Cedar Rapids based Standard Electric begins work Monday on the DuPont Celulose plant at Clinton in a $7 million contract. The firm says the project is the largest electrical job in Cedar Rapids history and will involve over 100 electricians from July this year through March 1947 on a cost-plus basis.
Forrest D. White retired Chicago and North Western agent telegrapher died Monday at his Cedar Rapids home after a long illness. Born September 14 1888 in Traer he lived in Cedar Rapids 16 years and is survived by his wife Elma Long two daughters Josephine and Mrs Clarence Bowser a son Leonard a sister and four brothers and four grandchildren Funeral services set for 2 p.m. Wednesday in Brady chapel with Rev H L Ruthrauff. Burial in Linwood Cemetery. Friends may call after 5 p.m. Tuesday at the chapel.
Funeral services for Will Lee Porter 117 Tenth Avenue Southwest Cedar Rapids lifelong resident will be conducted in the Turner chapel at 3:30 p.m. Tuesday by the Rev. C V R De Jong of Marion Burial will be in Oak Hill cemetery Friends may call at the chapel.
President Truman will travel to Chicago on April 6 to deliver an Army day address, likely in the early afternoon at Soldiers Field if weather allows, before returning to Washington for a dinner honoring Collier Aviation awards that evening.
Alberta Germaine of 1236 Third Street NW was fined $25 and costs for drunkenness and disturbing the peace after a morning roadside incident. A motorist flagged down a car as its driver allegedly veered, and Germaine resisted patrol officers Vaude Fellwock and Tom Gaines when taken to the police station, needing a straitjacket.
Tokyo reports Vice Admiral Kosao Abe admitted ordering the beheading of eight American prisoners on Kwajalein in 1942 and surrendered to Allied authorities at Sugamo prison. Meanwhile some minor Japanese suspects were released for lack of evidence after questioning over camp atrocities.
Jean Kyle, 22, was fined $25 and costs on a disorderly conduct charge in police court. Roy Caled of 911 Seventh Street SE, arrested with Kyle in a downtown hotel room at about 3 30 a m Sunday, also fined $25 and costs.
In Towanda Pennsylvania student pilot William Dunfee lost control when his training plane struck a power line. The craft dived onto a highway then wedged atop a wall stalling inches from a 1300 foot cliff. Dunfee survived with a fractured nose as the plane was demolished.
Sleeping car service between Cedar Rapids and Chicago will resume March 15 after war era restrictions. W F Winkrantz, Chicago, and North Western division freight and passenger agent, announced the change. Berths Chicago to Cedar Rapids will be on train 15 departing 11 45 p m with Cedar Rapids arrival 7 10 a m next day, and Cedar Rapids to Chicago passengers may board a 12 section drawing room sleeper car at 9 30 p m March 15, picked up by train 22 leaving Cedar Rapids at 2 29 a m March 16 arriving Chicago at 7 30 a m.
Republican leaders narrow the choice for party chairman to Rep. Clarence J. Brown of Ohio and Rep. B. Carroll Reece of Tennessee. The Republican National Committee will decide April 1 after Herbert Brownell Jr. resigns. Congressional Republicans push for a member as chair amid expected gains in the House and Senate.
Richard Hartman of Waterloo confessed to detectives that the reported $700 billfold theft in Cedar Rapids was a hoax. The wallet contained only $51 and was found by a maid under a mattress in Hartman’s hotel room. he said the motive was to improve his position.
Francis Anton reported a theft on 1577 Second Avenue SE after returning to his car trunk at 7 p.m. Sunday. A spare tire and wheel were missing from the trunk between 5:30 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Notice from Linn County Iowa dated February 16 1946 announces the appointment of Buckton as Administrator of the estate of a deceased Linn County man. All persons indebted to the estate must present claims to the attorney Mahal Weis worth for proper settlement.
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