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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1947
Page
2
Weather notes warm up as a system clears with a high of 84 and scattered showers. The record also lists multiple legal notices and divorces including Viola DeWitte versus Bernard DeWitte and various birth announcements across towns like St Luke's Mercy St Louis and Cedar Rapids with names and addresses.
Donald Campbell and Jack son are held as vagrants in Michigan with bond set at 100 dollars by Justice H R Churchill.
Cedar Rapids residents Darrell D. Hartkemeyer and Robert W. McGillicuddy joined the regular army. Hartkemeyer enlisted at Fort Sheridan for two years, a result of Cedar Rapids recruiting after Fort Omaha closed. McGillicuddy, ex-navy, enlisted as a tech sergeant in ordnance for three years, with home at 119 Twenty-ninth Street NE.
Captain Leo W. Manning, professor of military science at Coe College, will be awarded a Bronze Star during the final review ceremony Thursday morning. Wounded in action, Manning earned the medal for meritorious service as S-3, 2nd Battalion 260th Infantry Regiment, 65th Infantry Division near Saarlautern, Germany. Byron Hollinshead, Coe ROTC commander, will present the medal.
Rear Adm. Willis E. Cleaves will headline a pre festival dinner at the Montrose hotel hosted by the Cedar Rapids Flying Club. Iowa Aeronautics chief Lester Orcutt and others attend. festival planes and N2S balloon acts join a 2 p.m. Sunday show at Hunterfield with a breakfast start.
Dr. George A. Plummer 65 retired physician and World War I veteran was found dead Friday near railroad tracks in Rochester with a gunshot wound. A revolver lay beside him and coroner ruled death as self inflicted while temporarily insane. He had practiced 40 years in Cresco Iowa and retired seven years ago. Survived by widow Floy, daughter Mrs. F. T. Kahler, and son Dr. George W. Plummer. Funeral planned in Iowa.
The Cedar Rapids Hamfest continued with FCC license exams at the federal building and registration at the Downs. Baill ey, headlining the Saturday banquet at C S P S hall, will discuss Amateur Radio and the International Scene and promote peaceful uses of radio. Sunday features plant tours and a transmitter hunt with mobile short wave gear and directional antennas.
Notice records that a party named Me & Best Esta Coy is indebted to Sargent and that the situation arises from a matter dated the 28th. The incomplete text confirms an outstanding debt notice issued to establish payment obligation and potential action.
Marion High School earned plaques from the Iowa High School Music Association for top state finishes in girls and boys glee clubs, mixed chorus, and madrigal singers. Lynn Ford won first place in baritone solo. The band also received a plaque along with medals for trumpet trio brass quartet saxophone and mixed clarinet quartets. Carole Hamilton Frances Ford Marilyn Wahl and Bill Liebe won medals for solo and ensemble performances.
Rosa Reiter advised that L. R. Curtis formerly of Marion died Monday in Eagle Rock California. He and his wife built homes at 1390 Tenth Street and on Blair's Ferry road. He was a Marion Christian church member and moved to California about 15 years ago. Burial was Thursday in Forest Lawn Los Angeles. Surviving sons are Lyle in Los Angeles and Cecil in Eagle Rock.
The Rev. Ray Frazier, a returned missionary from South America, and Norman Burkhart, Moody Bible Institute student pastor, flew from Chicago to Marion to spend the weekend with the Rev. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Moore. Frazier plans to fly to Bolivia in June to resume the mission.
Mrs. John L. Gritzner receives two packets with messages from Czechoslovakian Junior Red Cross members. They were sent to Marion Junior High and the Irving building and acknowledge gift boxes from the local group.
Mr and Mrs R J Williams and others including Supt C B Vernon and Coach L C Hippie attended the state track and field meet at Ames today. Mr and Mrs Harlan F Knight entertained Friday evening for Mr and Mrs Tuella G Man of Huntington Park Calif Covers were laid for 12.
Mrs A H Hanscom of Boston visiting daughter in law Mrs Ruby Hanscom. She traveled to Overton Nebraska on Friday to visit her brother in law the Rev B D Hanscom.
Susan Larborn travels to Des Moines on Friday to spend the weekend with relatives.
Mrs. W. H. Mills travels to Camdenton Missouri due to the death of her brother-in-law A. E. Dunn.
Darra Mae Murray hosted a party to mark her seventh birthday on Friday. Guests included first grade students from Lincoln building and their teacher Mrs. Jerry J. Monn.
The note lists multiple Marion area churches with their service times and special speakers. Rev. Charles Moore and Rev. Ray Frazier head Baptist and missionary events, Catholic mass by Rev. T. J. McElliott, Bible school 9:45, worship at 10:45, junior and senior choir rehearsals, union services at Methodist church, midweek prayer, and a schedule of services across Congregational, Free Methodist, Presbyterian and other denominations with featured speakers and exhibits.
Harry Gunderson will perform Taps at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery Virginia on Memorial Day this year. Cedar Rapids attorney B D Silliman announced that Gunderson is the principal bugler for the Arlington program representing Hanford post and American Legion officials confirmed final arrangements. Gunderson a 31 year veteran bugler served in the National Guard Mexican border service and World War I and lives in Cedar Rapids Iowa.
The community notes multiple church activities including joint evening services at the Methodist church as Westminster services are not held. Pastor's Council meets at 7 30 pm Wednesday at Lee Voorhies home. St Pauls Lutheran holds Sunday school at 9 30 am with 8 30 and 10 30 am worship and confirmation for junior catechumens at 10 30. Walther league meets with Alfred Schmids in Springville at 7 30 pm. Prairie Chapel led by Rev A B Curran offers Sunday school at 10 am and morning worship at 11 with Ep worth league at 7 80 pm. Seventh Day Church Of God on Sixth Street at Ninth Avenue, Elder Lawrence Christensen leads Sabbath school at 10 30 am with preaching.
Mrs Jane Hayden Fordice died at 11 p m Friday at the home of her daughter and son in law Dr and Mrs H E Hanson 1909 Bever Ave SE where she lived the last 19 years Born June 3 1855 Mt Vernon married Zerah Hayden June 15 1871 Cedar Rapids died Feb 22 1906 Later married Henry Fordice died 1928 She was a member of the North Liberty Methodist Church Surviving are daughter Mrs Hanson son Thomas N Hayden of San Diego three grandchildren five great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren Services 1:30 p m Monday Beatty chapel Rev Marvin B Kober Burial Mt Vernon Friends may call after noon Sunday at the chapel
Mrs Omer Tow longtime Fairfax resident died at 9 15 p m Friday after a long illness She was born Sept in Janesville Wis Surviving: husband Edwin and Louis sons Don ald Shaffer daughter ten grandchildren and many relatives Also survived by sister Nellie Howland Madison Wis brother Cole Parker Neenah Wis She was a member of St Patrick church Fairfax and the American Legion auxiliary Services 930 Monday at St Patrick Fairfax Father Bernard White to officiate Burial in Fairfax cemetery Body to be taken Sunday from Teahen chapel to residence for visitation Recited prayers Sunday 8 p m by Father White and at 2 p m by Fairfax Court Catholic Ladies Order of Foresters
John William Michel of Cedar Rapids died in a local hospital at 9 30 p m Friday after a three week illness. Born in New Jersey township Johnson county on February 13 1874 he lived in Cedar Rapids 16 years. He was a stock feed salesman. Survived by his wife Rose Forst a sister Mrs Margaret Miller of Camby Minnesota and a brother Fred of Iton. Services will be held at the church.
The funeral for Mrs. Martin Jen of 1245 Fourth Street SW who died Friday will be conducted Monday in Beatty Chapel by Rev. A. Curran. Burial will follow at the tiered cemetery. Friends may call at the chapel until 4 p.m. Sunday and thereafter at the family residence.
William Sharp 16 of 715 Second Avenue SW sues Lawrence Smith for 250 damages in district court. He alleges Smith turned left in front of a westbound scooter on Third Avenue East causing a collision at Third Avenue and Second Street East. Sharp suffered a brain concussion brain tissue bruising and tearing a transverse process fracture. He was taken to Mercy Hospital and underwent surgery with condition reported as good.
Richard Weyer of Plattsmouth Nebraska and Norman Wylie of Clam Falls Wisconsin were arraigned in district court on grand larceny charges for the theft of 57 dollars from a Third Street Southwest rooming house. They are held on $500 bonds with plea due Wednesday at 10 a.m. The theft occurred between May 21 and May 22 after they had been questioned by FBI agents and released.
Mary E. Kirkpatrick filed in district court seeking 10000 damages from Century Cab Company after two Century cabs blocked crosswalks at the intersection of A Avenue and Tenth Street NE on May 14, 1945. She says the blockage forced her to alter her route and claims the W C F and N railroad, which has a contract with the cab firm to transport depot passengers, is involved.
Virgil C. Fisher of Stanwood pled not guilty in district court to operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated. He was jailed in lieu of a $500 bond after a Saturday collision at First Avenue and Twenty-eighth Street. Police said he was intoxicated and he submitted to medical and sobriety tests after the accident.
Two petitions seeking payment of medical charges were filed Friday in district court. St. Luke's Hospital seeks $110 from Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Morgan for drugs and medicines furnished in June 1940. The petition states two women signed written promises to pay. Dr. H. B. Brumer of Clinton seeks judgment of $159.28 against the Morgan couple.
A fragment notes Edwin claims his son, Ey ee, provided professional services on April 24. The text is incomplete but centers on an asserted bill or service rendered by Edwin's son.
James W. Kaufman died May 9 and his will was admitted to probate Friday. Katherine Kaufman named executrix without bond and receives the bulk of the estate. Four daughters Gertrude Ilene Arlene and Vivian and a son Bennie named as other beneficiaries.
Ray Floyd of Center Point reported to the sheriff's office Saturday morning a blue and white girls bicycle stolen from Center Point. The bicycle features balloon tires with white side walls and is believed to have been taken Thursday night or Friday morning.
After 16 hours of no acci dents the White Friday observ ance in Cedar Rapids concluded with a 4 01 p m collision at F avenue and The white flag fell as safety lane records showed 2 275 total vehicles passed through over six days. Inspectors reported 195 passes 219 rejections and 112 rechecks. Capt L W Remington called the effort very successful and noted improvements in car condition despite the late crash involving Raymond Schorr and Harold Stickney with a failure to yield right of way charge.
Charlotte Lineweaver age to Center Point road paid fines totaling 260 in police court Friday after pleading guilty to reckless driving operating a motor vehicle without a license and leaving the scene of an accident. She drove her brother s car south on Center Point road near 2915 Center Point road when it ran over a curb struck a tree and snapped a lawn post then left the scene as neighbors gathered.
Dr Robert D Lundquist announces the opening of his general dentistry practice in Suite 201 Hasek Building with telephone 26345. Lt Ray L Ingham son of Mr and Mrs Ray Ingham completed training and is mentioned alongside Eisenhower related info. Center of Liberal Gentry England hosts a spiritualist lecture and demonstration at 1:30 and 8:30 pm with admission 50 cents.
The Immaculate Conception school variety show at the auditorium wowed with heart and audience participation. Students delivered lively numbers including imitations, tap routines, and a grand finale before plans for a new youth center.
The Most Rev Edward A Fitzgerald auxiliary bishop of Du ns will be honoree of an exemplification by Bowen general assembly fourth degree Knights of Columbus. The event begins at 1 p m in the Crystal room Montrose hotel directed by Lawrence Brennan master for DeSmet A reception follows at 1 30 p m in Lincoln Jefferson room Roosevelt vice supreme master of the fourth degree will preside.
G. G. Dahlin of Tipton was arrested for operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated while driving for a Des Moines contractor. Police reported quantities of beer and whisky in the vehicle and it was his third offense on this charge.
Seventeen year old Donald Campbell of Jackson Michigan was arraigned on a vagrancy charge after police found a loaded .38 pistol in his suitcase at Union Station. He said he ran away from home because his father does not want him and had spent nearly all his money for rail fare to Marshalltown.
The Coe college centennial building fund has reached 267 648 dollars as of Saturday under President Byron finshead. The drive aims to construct two new campus buildings. Four additional campaign teams met their quotas, including three alumni teams and the dentists team led by Dr. Earl M. Eaton.
Clarence E. White of White's Real Estate and Business Exchange sues for a real estate commission claimed due after a sale. He states defendants agreed to pay 5 percent of the sale price if found on or before February 1, 1947, with alleged damages of $10,200.
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