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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1942
Page
2
Feature on integrating an outdoor living room with a garden layout. Emphasizes house garden communication, kitchen access, hedge separation, and the blend of formal and informal styles. Discusses color control, plant beauty, and modern approaches avoiding rigid carpet beds.
FHA planners advise nine to twelve foot wide driveways with careful drainage and elevation to prevent water damage. Detailing includes tile drainage, grading, turn radii, garage access, and space for repairs or washing. Pavement options include compacted gravel, macadam with asphalt seals, and concrete wheel runs for straight sections.
A Wisconsin inventor offers the Vaccu matic device to motorists to test in their own cars. Advertisers claim gas savings up to 30 percent with more power and quicker pickup. The Acu matic Carburator Co of Wauwatosa invites fast replies to join the test program.
H J Achter of 376 Park Terrace SE purchased three houses on adjoining lots from the Charles R Youtry estate through Harger Real Estate. The properties at 1346 D Avenue NE 15 Fourteenth Street NE and 517 Fourteenth Street NE are bought as an investment.
Mr and Mrs Ralph F Smitil of 1024 Twelfth Ave SE sold their property at 2933 E Avenue NE to Mr and Mrs Richard S Michalicek of 1344 C Avenue NE. The cooperative sale closed through Tait and W Company and Doolittle Company. Mr and Mrs Thomas A Engle of 1602 Fifth Avenue SE bought
The piece notes Victoria Queen’s 63 year reign and her long sufferings from stomach ulcers and indigestion. It mentions relief options like digestion aids and gas remedies, urging relief for ongoing pains and discomfort.
Mrs Franklin E Katterjohn of Muskogee Oklahoma formerly Margaret Hill Bell sold her former home at 523 Knollwood Drive SE to Mr and Mrs Harry W Ribbie who have taken possession The residence was the parental home Hedges Company Forde Smith sold his house at 1008 H Avenue NW to Mr and Mrs John J Vaughn through Yuill and Gohmann The Vaughns had been renting the property
Local blog reports numerous building permits granted across Cedar Rapids area last week. New dwellings include Vivien Buser and Frank L. Buser with attached garages, each valued at 3000 dollars, and Elting Ottley with two new houses and attached garages at 4000 dollars each. Remodeling and reroofing projects span addresses on Center Point Road NE, Second Street SE, Forest Drive SE, and more with values from 100 to 2500 dollars. Commercial addition by Universal Crusher and relocation by Best Oil and Fuel are listed with modest totals.
An acreage at 39 Twenty-ninth avenue SW formerly owned by Mr. and Mrs. Robert Pollet has been sold to Mr. and Mrs. William Kudrna of 115 Wilson avenue SW. They will take possession April 1 and the sale was conducted through Bedell Nissen Company.
William Brady critiques the old professional code on physician patient relations and patent medicines. He argues the American Medical Association is undermined by leadership, likening it to a Pooh Bah figure who wields control while the rank and file press for reform.
A columnist laments strict medical ethics and adherence to the code. The piece mocks overcaution and vows to avoid diagnosing without examination, advising readers to consult their physician instead. The tone blends humor with a nod to professional boundaries and the Golden Rule.
A reader writes to Dr. Brody describing worsening arthritis symptoms and heavy hands. The writer seeks advice on vitamins, how to choose a doctor, hospital checkups, and affordable care, expressing discouragement but hope for guidance.
The writer argues that sustained health hinges on dental care and cautions against neglect. He notes a reader seeking medical guidance but questions community trust in doctors and hospital checkups, stressing the importance of a personal examination and timely action to regain health.
An attic conversion turns dust gathering relics into a bright bedroom at low cost. The plan emphasizes wallboard or plaster walls, quality flooring, and built in features like beds and cabinets to create a modern, livable extra room.
New renter Herbert B. MacCready of Cincinnati has leased 3847 First Avenue SE from James C. McLaughlin who moves to Tulsa to join the Pa rent Company. Balke-Collender and Hedges Company figures appear in lease activity at 1622 A Avenue NW and 1812 J Avenue NE with tenants changing to E. Fisher and others.
Mr. and Mrs. R. W. Manatt of 1964 Second Avenue SE purchased the Byron A. Barlow home at 2421 Fourth Avenue SE from Mr. and Mrs. Byron A. Barlow.
Mr and Mrs Gilbert Oberweiser of 714 Thirty fourth street NE plan to move on May 1 into a newly built residence at 2076 Eastern boulevard SE. The Nyregt men Inc supplied the home and it was constructed and sold through A West and Company.
The McCleary Clinic in Excelsior Springs Missouri announces a 122 page up to date book on colon disorders piles and constipation with illustrations.
An advertisement touts Ru-Ex Compound as a quick home remedy for rheumatic and arthritis pain. It instructs mixing a two week supply with water and lemon juice, claiming relief within 43 hours or overnight, with a money back guarantee if not improved.
Wartime Washington faces a crush of workers and residents as the city swells by about 10,000 people monthly. Overcrowded housing, delayed communications, busy post offices, and jammed hotels strain daily life while service members flood the streets on weekends and nights.
California organized a 100000 strong guerrilla force to defend rural districts. Farmers would serve as rifle companies to aid the military in repelling invaders and protecting lines of communication against parachutists and fifth columnists.
California pursues a large scale citizen guerrilla force with units not to mobilize unless attacked. Lieut. Gen. DeWitt approves the plan with UC extension handling enlistments. Recruits provide arms and uniforms while retired and reserve officers train enrollees under civilian oversight.
General Douglas MacArthur says the Congressional Medal of Honor was earned by his men, not by him, as he receives the United States’ highest decoration in Australia ahead of parliament proceedings. He credits his soldiers and salutes their courage.
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