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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1945
Page
4
Stamps and food coupons listed with validity dates for Meat Red, Foods Blue, Sugar and Gasoline along with the extended August 1945 fuel oil period. Public notices cover drunkenness fines, parking violations, and traffic offenses, plus numerous birth announcements and three divorce petitions listed by parties.
Nicolae Radescu, who resigned as Romanian premier amid attacks from Moscow, has sought refuge in the British embassy in Bucharest. The British foreign office said they notified the Soviet and American governments and the Allied Control Commission that Radescu was given sanctuary. Tass in Moscow reported disbelief at his flight and shelter.
German forces from the occupied Channel Islands conducted a nuisance raid on Granville in Normandy early Friday. The sortie caused slight damage and casualties, and the Germans took a number of prisoners according to Supreme Headquarters.
Harry Hopkins the presidential assistant is receiving treatment at Mayo Clinic for a nutritional condition. His doctor says he is getting along fine and should be able to leave the hospital in about a week or ten days.
Democrats name W. J. Hayek chairman and Mrs. P. C. Jeans secretary. Resolutions drafted for flood control, public health, police and fire protection, recreation, and parking in business districts. Mayors and council candidates listed for both parties including Jacob Van der Zee for mayor and John Knox for police judge.
Deaths and funeral notices from Traer, Chelsea, Marengo, Wyoming, Decorah, Tipton and surrounding areas list Clarence Paustian, 40, Addie Gode, Magdalena Kruse, J W Richards, Mrs William Janson, Mrs George Carey, Ernest Shaler, and others. Services held or pending in Garwin, Marengo, Wyoming cemetery, Congregational church, St Marys cemetery, and Hrabak funeral home. Survivors include spouses, children, and extended kin across several towns.
Clinton Iowa AP Twenty Wacs from Des Moines Waterloo Cedar Rapids Sioux City and Davenport visited Schick General Hospital to learn its facilities as part of a push to recruit more Iowa women as medical assistants under the purple heart plan. For many wounded veterans it was the first time they met Wacs.
Everett W. Leonard aged 24 was sentenced to six months in Linn County jail after changing his plea to guilty in Judge Floyd Philbrick's court. The charge was operating a motor vehicle without the owner's consent for taking a car owned by Donald Stickle from the Ce-Mar skating rink lot with a hotel address on arrest. The sentence runs from January 22.
George F. Cronin, 66, of 300 A avenue NW, suffered a scalp laceration and a cut above his right ear Friday night when his northbound car on Third street SW was struck by a car driven east on Second avenue by Albert Rinderknecht of Atkins. Rinderknecht was fined five dollars and costs for failure to have his car under control. Another crash at Fifth avenue and Seventh street SE involved Joyce Underwood Jr and Harry Fee. Underwood was fined five dollars for failing to yield. A City Lines bus driven by Lyle Johnson struck Stolba as he turned from Ellis boulevard to J avenue NW after discharging a passenger.
Dr. George W. Taylor new War Labor Board chairman says he will seek modification of Office of Economic Stabilization orders on fringe wage awards. He argues fixed limits constrain WLB judgment and calls for flexible adjustment ranges while noting no deadlock between agencies.
Toledo, Mrs. David Toland, about 45, ended her life early Saturday by hanging, coroner Harvey Jones said. Her body was found at 7 am in the basement of her home by her husband. She had been in ill health and despondent. Survivors include her husband, a son in service, three daughters, and her parents Mr and Mrs John Kane who live near Toledo.
Fred Walcher, 48 or 43, found nailed to a cross beneath Chicago’s elevated track, confessed to passive resistance and prior knowledge of the act. Police cite three motives publicity stunt religious fanaticism or martyr complex while two men allegedly hoisted him to the cross and nailed his palms.
The Rev. Paul V. Clark pastor of St. Andrew's United Brethren Church in Des Moines will speak at services each evening next week except Saturday at United Brethren Church Fourth avenue and Seventh street SE. Services start Sunday at 7 45 p m. Clark son of Rev. Byron Clark former Cedar Rapids United Brethren pastor and a leader in UB youth work.
The February monthly Anglo American report notes German U-boats sank a moderate number of Allied merchant ships, while anti-submarine forces destroyed more submarines than in January. The summary covers submarine and anti-submarine operations as reported in Washington.
The Wisconsin entry captured first place in the western debate and discussion at Northwestern University. Purdue and the University of Iowa tied for second, while Northwestern finished fourth.
Washington AP reports Electrician's Mate Lewil A. Hahn of North English Iowa was killed in action after previously being listed as missing the navy announced Friday. Hahn served aboard a destroyer and was one of several sailors lost in the ongoing engagement. He is survived by his wife and family.
Washington AP three CCC employees were separated from service as Rep. Taber and Rep. Keefe urged a full investigation into alleged inside trading and large grain market gains. CCC head Frank Hancock acknowledged separations and said investigations are under way with FBI involvement. Folger defended Hancock and noted pre transfer food distribution issues. The uproar coincides with a push to extend CCC authority and borrowing power from 3 to 5 billion dollars.
Kenneth R. Werning, in Belgium with trench foot since Jan. 16, rejoined his company. The paratrooper, who trained at Camp Mackall and Camp Forrest, went overseas in Aug. 1944 and now serves in Gen. Patton's Third Army. Cpl. Lee Wagner on 15 day furlough with his parents at 328 Fourth Ave SW. Howard H. Hutchings promoted from aviation machinist mate (3/c) to 2/c at Jacksonville naval air gunners' school. Cpl. Vernalda Rogers of the Wacs returns to Fort Des Moines after a 15 day leave with her parents. Pvt. Raymond F. Barta, wife and daughter reside at 2927 Center Point Rd NE, has arrived in Germany. Mr. and Mrs. Hugh R. Wagner reside at 328 Fourth Ave SW.
Camp Fire Girls Blue Birds guardians and sponsor board of girls work join a 9 40 am Sunday service at the Church of Youth St Pauls Methodist church for Making Trails of Christian Comradeship Mrs Orville Long conducts candle lighting, Mrs R A Donahue leads Blue Bird group, Mrs L J Twogood directs music and Mrs H H Morse delivers invocation. Speakers include Mrs John Battin and youth participantsNancy Lamb Mary Helen Hickman Joan Faas Shirley Scott Joyce Lamb Beverly Ann Biggs Nan Jean Wasta Helen Wolfe Marilyn Ward Elaine Anderson Eleanor Gay Patricia DuToit Virginia White.
The Internal Revenue Service reminded Friday that employers who have withheld more than 100 from their employees for taxes since the year began must deposit the amount in a qualified Cedar Rapids bank by today. Deposits are accepted Monday. Those withholding over 100 monthly should deposit monthly, others quarterly. deposits under 100 may be made if desired. Banks issue certificates exchanged for the deposit and included with the tax withheld report.
Fifth Army troops moved to Sabbioni and other positions on the Carviano ridge about a mile east of Vergato to control high ground east of the Reno river up to a point a mile north of Vergato, headquarters reported Saturday.
Gov. Fred G. Randahl named State Senator Milton R. Young a Republican farmer from LaMoure County to fill the vacancy created by the death of Sen. John Moses. Moses died last Saturday, and Young will serve as U.S. senator for North Dakota.
Dar lene Graves age 17 and Raymond Graves age 12 died from burns sustained in a Dunkerton home fire believed started by an explosion while Darlene built a kitchen fire. Raymond perished trying to rescue his sister as the blaze spread. The sisters died Friday with Raymond dying Friday night in a Waterloo hospital and property loss about 1800 dollars.
The verse reflects on public courage and work ethic as a neighborhood scene contrasts risk and safety. It notes the tested youngster and the homebound person, hinting at luck versus effort in tending fields and flowers.
Henry G. Harris fined ten dollars and costs for drunkenness in police court. he did not reside at 1520 Hillside Drive NW as listed by The Gazette. Ads note Price error 5c must be 3c for Taste-Bite Mustard at Daniels Park Foods. Cedar Rapids ministers travel to Iowa City for a psychiatric hospital lecture room address. Nursing and civil service job openings announced with salaries from $1,970 to $2,190. Civil Aeronautics administration trainee spots offer $2,190 with overtime. Msgr. J M Molloy corrects quote about 270 converts at Immaculate Conception parish. notes it refers to I C parish only.
Miss Alyce Phillips learns of the sudden death of her brother Jesse Phillips 49 at his Chicago home. Born in Norway Iowa he had lived in Chicago ten years. Survived by two brothers Hal Albany Wisconsin Dell Boston Mass and three sisters Alyce Helen and Mrs P L Austin Miami Beach. Body to be taken to West Liberty Iowa for funeral services at a later date.
Lewis E. Bingham 72 of 2349 B avenue NE died at home after a long illness. Born January 20, 1873 in Ossian he worked 35 years in plumbing and electrical business at West Liberty. Burial Cedar Memorial Park. Amelia Sheldon Sells 72 of 400 Thirty-fifth street NE died in a local hospital. Born October 27, 1872 in Cedar Rapids she was a charter member of Kenwood Park Methodist church and the Tribe of Ben Hur. Burial Cedar Memorial Park.
Mrs. Stella Serr Melichar, a Cedar Rapids native, died in a Long Beach California hospital after a brief illness. Survived by husband Frank, daughter Mrs. M. A. Jamosky of Long Beach, brother Henry Serr of Garner, and sister Mrs. Svoboda. Body to be returned to Cedar Rapids for burial. funeral details to follow.
Mrs. Bessie Andrle died early Friday and services are set for 2 30 p m Sunday at the Barta funeral home with the Rev Ludvik Burian of Ely officiating Burial will be in Bohemian National cemetery Pallbearers include Wendl Andrle Charles Joseph Frank Lumir and Emil Rohlena Friends may call at Barta's.
Funeral services for Anton Kloubee occurred at the home of his daughter Mrs. Mary Hunter located at 1731 Center. The arrangement honors were conducted in a private family setting with attendance from relatives and close friends.
Point road NE obituary notices two services for Hiram H. Lazenby and relatives. Hiram H. Lazenby died Thursday with a 1:30 p.m. Monday service in Turner chapel and burial in Palo cemetery. Surviving daughter Emma Lazenby of Kansas City and brother Robert Lazenby of Orange California. Friends may call at Beatty's Lazenby Services.
Henry Kooi of 845 Fifth Avenue SE was released from jail after a peace sentence but returned by 9:56 p.m. He remained jailed until Saturday morning and was fined 25 dollars plus costs for drunkenness and disturbing the peace. Police say he becomes violent when intoxicated, even harming his wife.
President Roosevelt told French journalists in Washington that he and Gen. de Gaulle are great friends and asked them to ignore talk of strained relations. He also said he regretted not visiting France after the Crimean conference due to lack of time.
Pvt. Richard F. Farber 28 of the infantry, son of Mr and Mrs Benjamin F Farber of 818 Twelfth street NE, was wounded in action on Luzon January 19 and is hospitalized on New Guinea. He has nine years in the Army and trained Wacs at Fort Des Moines and in Florida. Before service he was a student at Wilson High School.
Pvt. Wendall Reick, 19, was killed February 20 in Italy. His parents Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Reick were notified by the War Department.
Daily Lenten reflection prepared by Dr. Gaius Glenn Atkins for the Federal Council of Churches of Christ in America. The piece cites Matthew 5 44 and 1 Corinthians 13, urging love as the force to end feuds and redeem human relations. It emphasizes love as an ethical purpose with divine power, and closes with a prayer for goodwill toward all nations.
A downtown La Porte City fire caused about 10 000 in damage to a two story cafe building occupied by Mrs C J Haymond and the Haymonds upstairs apartment and a one story frame house housing L J Robertson law office. Firefighters from Waterloo aided the blaze which started in the cafe back area while it was closed. Mrs Haymond suffered arm burns helping someone descend from the upstairs apartment.
NADINE SUBOTNIK notes a Navy veteran returns to The National Barn Dance at 8 p.m. Saturday on NBC and WHO with Lulu Belle Scotty the Dinning Sisters Arkie Pat Buttram and Joe Kelly emceeing. Rita King Eddie Peabody discuss world affairs for Our Foreign Policy at 6 p.m. NBC WMAQ. Josef Hofmann solos with Detroit Symphony at 7:30 p.m. over Mutual WGN conducted by Karl Krueger. Ed Ford Hershfield Laurie Donald Can You Top This 8:30 p.m. NBC WMAQ. The Merry Widow on Chicago Theater of the Air at 9 p.m. with Marion Claire Sonia Gilbert Russell Danilo over Mutual WGN. Ginny Simms guests on Andy Russell show at 9 p.m. Pathfinder Blue and KXEL. Alfred I du Pont awards broadcast by Blue and KXEL at 9:30 p.m. Norman Thomas speaks on Something Better Than Dumbarton Oaks for Postwar World Council over WBBM.
Mayor opens the evening schedule followed by a slate of programs across stations WMT WMAQ WLS WHO WGN KXEL with musical acts Danny Kaye Natl Barn Dance and Theater of Air featuring Andy Russell. Top shows include Detroit and Boston Symphony broadcasts and Sat Serenade across multiple outlets.
Hour by hour listing shows a schedule or guide with scattered items including times and titles. The fragment references a Bat WHO Ano Lost KEL and an entry marked via 15K, indicating a catalog of program slots or event references without full context.
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