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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 21, 1957

Page

5

Senior centers offer hope for aging residents in cities

A Syracuse reader laments few practical steps for the elderly and cites senior centers as helpful but not universal solutions. The piece argues for expanded Social Security growth and community programs, noting many towns have clubs and services but older adults still fear offering help.

Beulah Stewe N.D Los Angeles Mr. D

Public safety letter proposes storm sewer bars to shield children

Mrs. James P. Young asks Cedar Rapids officials to install open storm sewer bars at 18 locations in northeast and southeast Cedar Rapids. She argues the bars would safeguard children in residential areas without impeding water flow.

Lmen James P. Young Cedar Rapids

City petitions seek street upgrades and sidewalk work

Four residents request opening and grading of a 25 foot half width of avenue NE from 38th to 39th streets. Hennessey Breathers seek permission to widen the Fifth street NW sidewalk and grade parking for St. Patrick's church. Jessia Grothouse and Hall Engineering seek approval for 300 feet of eight inch sewer on Center street NE west of Eastern avenue for F Richard Whitters. An affidavit from Della Wart concerning future occupancy of two lots in Alandale addition was filed. A cab driver's license for Dean William Nebendahl was revoked on police recommendation.

Cedar Rapids City Plan Commission North Western Railroad Jwan Vechien Park Z. W. Bowker Center Point Road John H. Ray Twentieth Avenue Ions-Ulinais Gas Elect Citic Company Danbury Twenty-ninth Third Avenue Frank Young Young Thirty-eighth Thirtyninth Street Hennessey Breathers Fifth Street St. Patrick's Church Jessia Grothouse Sev Hall Engineering Permmission F. Richard Whitters Center Street Eastern Avenue Della L. Warth Jols Alandale

Colon Aid Relieves Constipation With New Laxative

A health blurb touts COLONAID as a breakthrough laxative that re-moistens dry colon contents and adds bulk to stimulate the urge to purge. It claims safety for pregnant women, no cramping, and no interference with nutrient absorption, priced at eight dollars for 60 tablets.

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Modern Ford Ad Promises Smooth Power and Durability

A vintage Ford pitch touts the 1957 line featuring electron balanced engines for smooth operation and the Mileage Maker Six for fuel efficiency. It highlights a new frame suspension and body unit for durability, improved ride, and superior handling. Trade-in value is emphasized.

Ford

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