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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Mar 05, 1940

Page

11

Local Notes on Marriages Births and Deaths from Cedar Rapids AREA

Listings show marriages and births including Helen Koo from Raland King 29 tr I et Haas, Viola Woahi Cedar Rapids, Eugere Toon West Union, Dele Seaton Cedar Rapids, Chiles Toarrash Oxford Prairie Latson Central City, MiC pulev 41 12038 Seinestreet SE fined $50 for disturbing family, hospital births for Gerald Reed and Metir Fisner, Joseph Shubsta, Henry Rathje, and a death of Katherine Cowden at 1:45 PM at home of Mrs Roupert Palmer 525 Knollwood drive SE.

Helen Koo Raland King Hee UP Sider Viola Woahi Cedar Rapids Eugere Toon West Union Dele E Seaton Mic Pulev Seinestreet SE Sto Luo Mio Oatel Gerald Reed Marlon Vmereoh Metir Fisner Central City Mati Joseph Shubsta Bent Vio Mis Henry Rathje

Mrs Catherine Cowden Dies After Long Cedar Rapids Life

Mrs Catherine Cowden 96 longtime Cedar Rapids resident died at her daughter’s home 525 Knollwood SE at 145 PM Monday She was born February 3 1844 in Belfat Toland married James P Cowder in 1864 came to this country 70 years ago Surviving are two daughters Mrs Robert Palmer Sadie P Cowden two sons Samuel and Matthew Cowden seven grandchildren eight great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews Funeral services will be held at Turner chapel 2 PM Wednesday Burial in Oak Hill cemetery Friends may call at the chapel

Catherine Cowden P Cowden Cedar Rapids Robert Palmer Knollwood Drive Belfat Toland James P. Cowder Sadie P Cowder Samuel Matthew Cowden

Marengo Woman Hurt In Collision

Mrs Helen Tschopp of Marengo was injured in a rear end collision at the junction of Ned 30 and 149 west of Cedar Rapids Tuesday. James V Lingo 31 of Marengo drove the strike car. the other driver was Ross Thompson 73 of Des Moines. Thompson said his car skidded while braking. Deputy Harlan Snyder obtained Lingo’s report. Three others in the Lingo car were unharmed.

Helen Tschopp Marengo James V Lingo Cedar Rapids Jim Smith Ross Thompson Des Moines Thompson Harlan Snyder

Jones County Boy Scouts Awards Ceremony at Monticello

Nine Jones county Boy Scouts earned Second Class ranks, one advanced to First Class, and three received merit badges at a Monday night court of honor and board of review held in the community hall. Troop 31 Animosa members led the performances with Herbert L. Smith advancing to First Class.

Annas Ed Oe En Donald Southard Morley Les Lanner Anamosa Tomilton Monticello Manville Cedar Rap Eld Nnetie L. L. Leite Olin Lee Sanner Rotary Club

Does Your Nose Clog Spoil Sleep

An advertisement touts Vicks Va-tro-nol as a nose and upper throat decongestant. It claims drops in each nostril relieve nighttime congestion and improve breathing, encouraging readers to try it tonight.

Merk

Gannett Sees 40 as Crucial Year in Politics

Frank E Gannett of Rochester, a Republican candidate, urged a rally in Los Angeles that the New Deal must end this year or risk lasting loss of liberty. He unveiled a 17 point program including job creation, farmer income, budget balance, and limiting federal power, while criticizing New Deal policies and Ickes proposed petroleum controls.

Los Angeles Frank E Gannett Rochester California

Delegates Seek Public Health Nursing for Linn County

Seventeen delegates from nine Linn county schools appeared before the board of supervisors to push for a public health nursing service. Spokesman George W. Hansen said two nurses would serve the county, funded by 1800 from the state matched with 1800 from the county and 1200 from the Red Cross.

Linn County Cedar Rapids Board of Supervisors George W. Hansen Central City Red Cross

Jewelry valued at 170 missing from apartment

Mrs. Clyde Caffee reported a jewelry theft from her apartment at 1211 Fifth avenue SE. A diamond ring valued at 150 and an antique gold bracelet worth 20 were left missing from a dressing table. Detectives investigated Tuesday.

Clyde Caffee Fifth Avenue SE

Mayor Hahn Returns To Ring After Lost Hat Incident

Mayor Frank Hahn entered the political race again after his hat went missing when an unidentified visitor supposedly took it by mistake. The hat was recovered before noon and Hahn remains a candidate for re election.

Frank Hahn

Court Upholds Civil Service Commission Original Jurisdiction

The court affirmed the civil service commission’s original jurisdiction over charges of official misconduct, rejecting the defense of exclusive appellate authority. It held the commission acts as a statutory tribunal with jurisdiction limited to its purpose and can suspend or discharge after a hearing with proper notice.

Haas Supreme Court Misbach Waas

Sir Hubert Wilkins Eyes Mackenzie River Submarine Project

Veteran polar explorer Sir Hubert Wilkins said he is considering building a small submarine for an 800 mile voyage down the Mackenzie River to establish a new weather forecast base in the Arctic Ocean.

Edmonton Alia Sir Hubert Wilkins Mackenzie River Arctic Ocean

Lemon Juice Remedy for Rheumatic Pain Promoted

An advertisement touts Ru-Ex Compound mixed with a quart of water and the juice of four lemons as a simple home remedy for rheumatic, arthritis, or neuritis pain. The plan calls for two tablespoons twice daily, with claims of rapid relief within 48 hours, backed by a money back guarantee from May Drug Company and local druggists.

May Drug Company

Senator Glarh accuses Gengus of filibuster in debate

Rosselli admits constitutional objection to government intrusion in business and cites Wisconsin code on price setting. Virgil D. Reed notes many warrants issued in prior censuses were voided when respondents answered. One conviction recalled, a farmer who refused census data about his wife’s farm. court held him legally responsible for his wife's affairs.

Rosselli Virgil D. Reed Washington

Finnish forces claim contact with Alcazar fortress in Viipuri area

Finnish defenders report holding Viipuri outskirts as Russian assaults intensify. They claim reestablishment of contact with Gomaa n garrison north of Lake Ladoga and the Mantsi island fortress known as Alcazar. Russians say they crossed Viipuri bay and seized three western towns and Uuraansaari. Casualty figures cited: 18 000 killed 7 800 wounded 1 400 missing or ill.

Viipuri Helsinki Gomaan Lake Ladoga Mantsi Island Finland Viipuri Bay Uuraansaari Copenhagen Courtenay Terrett Karelian Isthmus Karelian Mannerheim Line

City Briefs and Community Notices

Haircuts offered at 25 cents at Hanna Barbers 822 Second Avenue. Cedar Rapids chapter No 194 Order of Ahepa meets today at 8 p.m in Moose hall. Jan Huss OO Fledge No 51 holds regular meeting Wednesday at 7 p.m at Sokol hall followed by a pinochle tournament with the Ely lodge. Mr and Mrs R T Miller 113 Tenth Street SE thank friends for flowers gifts letters and telegrams on their golden anniversary. District supervisors for the 1940 census meet Friday to discuss operation instead of Thursday. Christian Endeavor of Daniels Park Presbyterian church elect officers Joan Fulton president George Bishop vice president Vera Bucy secretary Eugene McNabb treasurer for installation at a Sunday service. Navy training film shown before Hi club Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. at the YMCA by Chief Petty Officer E E Moon and Signalman James W Keene of the Cedar Rapids recruiting station. motion picture equipment on loan all month and available free to groups upon request.

R T Miller Tenth Street SE Christian Endeavor of Daniels Park Presbyterian Church Joan Fulton George Bishop Vera Bucy Eugene McNabb Navy Y Mca E E Moon James W Keene Coda Rapids

Scout circus directors meet at YMCA to plan April events

About 15 event directors for the annual Scout circus will convene at the YMCA at 4:30 p.m. Thursday to outline plans. Joe Stenner, circus chairman, will detail what each event will include.

Joe Stenner

Talks To Cedar Rapids Teachers By Mrs Dahl

Mrs Myrtle Hooper Dahl former president of the National Educational Association spoke to more than 50 Cedar Rapids teachers at a luncheon Tuesday in Roosevelt high school's cafeteria. Harold Templeman Cedar Rapids Classroom Teachers association president introduced her.

Myrtle Hooper Dahl Minneapolis Classroom Teachers National Educational Association Cedar Rapids Roosevelt High School

Dog license renewals lag as March deadline nears

City treasurer M. F. Cox said on Tuesday only 234 dog licenses have been issued, as the March 31 deadline approaches. A stiff penalty will apply to late licenses issued starting with the new period.

M. F. Cox

Lengthy Dog License Fees Noted in Local Record

On April 1 the city set license fees for dogs with females at 3 dollars and males at 2 dollars. Last year nearly 1000 dog licenses were issued, reflecting steady demand and enforcement activity.

Boy Shireman Undergoes Needle Removal Operation at Mercy

Robert Shireman son of Mr and Mrs A C Shireman of 507 Twenty sixth street SE underwent an operation at Mercy hospital Tuesday morning to remove a needle from his left leg above the knee.

Robert Shireman A. C. Shireman Twentysixth Street Mercy Hospital

Martin Still Sees Coralville Dam Funding Hope This Year

Rep. Thomas Martin says there is a chance funds for Coralville reservoir construction may appear in the next fiscal year's War Department civil functions bill. The House approved a construction fund of about 6 to 7 million dollars for new projects, with final status pending Senate action.

Washington Thomas Martin Coralville Jam House Appropriations Committee Coralville Martin War Department House Senate Coralville Reservoir

Senate committee to hear proposed war funds breakdown

The War Department cannot disclose its proposed breakdown of funds until its appearance before the Senate committee.

War Department Senate Committee

State Rabbit Show Attracts 3000 Fans

Cedar Rapids small stock association closed a highly successful four day show with 326 rabbits from Iowa and 16 other states. More than 3000 people attended the event and ribbons and cash awards will be mailed to out of town winners.

Cedar Rapids Small Stock Association Iowa

Iowa State Rabbit Association Holds Meeting and Board Action

The Iowa State Rabbit Association met in the Glow room of the Gas company with 36 members present. George F. Pierce of Davenport presided. R. Fuchs of Des Moines acted as secretary. The board proposed a new secretary and elected Mr Keller of Davenport to fill the unexpired Huxford term. A committee will amend by laws to allow officer election by ballot.

Iowa State Rabbit Association George F. Pierce Davenport J. H. Huxford Des Moines R. Fuchs Keller Huxford Association

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