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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 02, 1937

Page

8

Air Pressure Forces Ball Chit of Straight Path

Air pressure effects redirect a ball along a straight path, altering its trajectory in a noted experiment. The report highlights observations of directional change and the role of atmospheric conditions in guiding motion.

Weather Informs Baseball Aces And Batters

Fine weather favors pitchers in cities like Philadelphia and Seattle as air pressure at lower altitudes makes balls curve more. Cloudy days reduce curvature, helping batters. experts say championships have swayed on this science and advise drafting dull, storm-free days for games. The Cedar Rapids Gazette promotes Prof Selby Manwell cloud forecasting cards.

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Weather forecast and science Q&A from 1937 page

Forecast notes by Prof Selby Maxwell describe cloud bearing moisture shaded map areas and temperature normalcies with days Monday May 3 through Sunday May 9 across Michigan Illinois Indiana Ohio Wisconsin and nearby states. Reader questions cover tornado safety solar age radiometric dating neuralgia and lightning with simple explanations.

Loyal dog Buddie Saves Roxbury Janitor After Fall

Buddie the mixed breed dog guards his janitor friend Charles A Morash after Morash falls on an icy street in Roxbury Boston. The dog snarled at bystanders and police to prevent interference, then accompanied Morash to hospital and stayed by his side as Morash recovered, illustrating steadfast loyalty.

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Quick Stopper Scenes in Cedar Rapids Traffic Screen

A hazy account describes a confrontation with a large man in a street scene. A white hand appears from a front window and curses the aggressor as bystanders watch. The report is credited to Cedar Rapids police department traffic screen courtesy.

Eazette Tordon Hughes Cedar Rapids

GM to Enter Diesel Truck Field

Detroit report says General Motors plans a new Diesel truck plant with a light diesel pickup debut this fall. The move signals potential pressure on rivals like Chrysler Ford and International Harvester as fleet operators push to cut operating costs.

Detroit Motive Mich General Motors Chrysler Ford International Harvester

Monday’s Astrological Forecast Cites Change and Prudence

The forecast notes enterprise and unease, urging discreet, prudent decisions amid surprising developments. It links potential employment shifts and travel to success, highlights a born child as adventurous yet generous, and mentions long pipelines transporting natural gas over 1,200 miles from the Texas Panhandle.

Texas Panhandle

Culver Motors Relocates To Second Ave In Cedar Rapids

Culver Motors moves from 720 Third Avenue SE to 601 Second Avenue SE to expand display space and add a Sixth Street SE service entrance. The Pontiac agency led by William Culver will open Monday at the new site, improving service access and customer facilities.

Automobile Row Culver Motors Third Avenue SE Second Avenue SE Pontiac William Culver Sixth Street

Automaker Prospects Bright as Dealers Report Strong 1937 Sales

Car dealers nationwide report solid demand with Buick facing unfilled orders of 36 323 while production exceeds 1 150 cars daily. Packard expands with sixes and 120 model. Willys launches Spring Parade to spur May business. Chrysler notes strong ride quality and sustained demand across lines.

R. H. Allen Allen Motor Company Buick Chicago E. L. Makibben Makibben Motors, Inc Packards Packard L. M. Millsap Millsap Motor Company Second Avenue SE Willys Willys Motors Company Millsap M. H. Hadad Hadad Automobile Company Chrysler Plymouth

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