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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Nov 07, 1952

Page

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Weather and notices from Daily Record November 7 1952

The issue lists weather outlook for the region with temperatures and wind, followed by a marriage license and multiple public notices. It reports marriage of Kenneth Gericke and Yvonne M. Johnston of Coggan and several divorce petitions and traffic, fire, and civic notices. It also includes obituaries and funeral arrangements for local residents in towns such as Elberon Sigourney Tipton Oralville Cascades Martelle and Anamosa.

Kenneth Gericke Yvonne M. Johnston Coggan

Cedar Rapids Open Forum forms on school issues

The Cedar Rapids Open Forum organized Thursday night at the VFW, elected Miles Adams permanent chairman, and planned a public discussion on Cedar Rapids school system concerns. The group discussed rent control and debated PTA appointment processes and school housing during a 2 hour 20 minute meeting attended by 14 members.

Cedar Rapids VFW Club Adoroonatiuties Miles Adams Thirtieth Street C.R.O.F Merle 'N. Hamad Westland Acres S. A. Giovanazzi PTA Adams Jensen Giovanazzi Forum A. H.lambert Williams Boulevard Cleveland Pta Citizens’ Committee

Cedar Rapids Woman Injured in Alburnett Tavern Purchase

Miss Helen Gould of Cedar Rapids bought a tavern in Alburnett from Harold and Mrs Berg. Returning home she lost control of her car near Alburnett and was hospitalized at Mercy Cedar Rapids in good condition Friday. She will assume ownership once recovered.

Gazette Alburnett Helen Gould Cedar Rapids Harold Berg Miss Gould Mercy Hospital

Deaths Albert W Hinton Cedar Rapids resident

Albert William Hinton 228 First Avenue NE Cedar Rapids resident for 32 years died at his home at 7:30 a.m. Friday after a lingering illness. Born Jan 1 1896 in Anderson Indiana he married Velma Enda Jane Marshall on Sept 9 1921 in Cedar Rapids. Survived by wife daughter Mrs Richard Criger Cedar Rapids son Robert M Hinton Mon Illinois and three grandchildren. He was a member of St Pauls Methodist Church Musician s Union and Fraternal Order of Eagles. Services Monday 1:30 p.m. Turner Chapel conducted by Dr Marvin B Kober burial Memorial Cemetery. Friends may call at chapel.

Albert William Hinton First Avenue NE Cedar Rapids Anderson Ind Velma Enda Jane Marshall Richard Criger Robert M. Hinton Mon— Ill Hinton St. Paul’s Methodist Church Musicians Union Order of Eagles Turner Chapel Marvin B. Kober Cedar Memorial Cemetery

Private memorial for Beldeva Webster held in Cedar Rapids

Private memorial services for Beldeva N. Webster, former Cedar Rapids resident, will be conducted in the Rohn chapel at 1 p.m. Saturday by Rev. Frank Ward. Burial will be in Cedar Memorial cemetery.

Beldeva N. Webster Ceidar Rapids Rohn Chapel Frank Ward Cedar Memorial Cemetery Jack A. Webster Cedar Rapids Rohn

Three Plead Innocent in Cedar Rapids Crime Cases

Robbery with aggravation charges face Paul Whitters 18 of Route 3 and car theft charges against Robert Bird 39 and Beverly Forde 28. Roscoe Collins 35, charged with writing false checks, awaits plea by 10 a.m. Monday after grand jury action.

Robert H. Bird Beverly C. Forde Paul E. Whitears Route 3 Roscoe Collins Bird Forde Cedar Rapids Whitters Ellis Park Collins Mt. Vernon

Man Fined 300 For Drunk Driving

Edwin D. Dvorak, 30, of route 1, pled guilty to a drunk driving charge and was fined 300 dollars plus costs by Judge Charles Penningroth. He may pay in installments of 50 dollars down and 50 dollars per month after arrest Thursday by Marion Policeman Richard Tyler for erratic driving between Cedar Rapids and Marion.

Edwin D. Dvorak Route 1 Charles Penningroth Dvorak Marion Richard Yler Cedar Rapids

Canvass of Linn Vote To Be Made Tuesday

Linn county board of supervisors to hold the official canvass of Tuesday's general election in a special session starting at 9 a.m. despite the holiday and courthouse closure. The board will also meet in regular sessions at 10 a.m. Monday and Wednesday.

Linn County Board of Supervisors Linn County Miles P. Sutera

Obituary for Jack A. Webster in Rohn Chapel

Jack A. Webster, once living in Cedar Rapids, will be conducted in the Rohn chapel at 3 30. The notice lists no additional speakers or affiliations.

Betty Allen Hospitalized After Snake Bites Wrist During Act

Reading England AP Betty Allen known as Roxana, a snake dancer, suffered bruised ribs and wrist injuries after a 10 foot python coiled around her during a stage performance at the Palace Theatre. Attendants freed the snake and she continued briefly before collapsing and being hospitalized.

Reading England Betty Allen Palace Theater Betty Roxana

Many Colors Exist If You Can See Them

Color engineers at General Electric report the average person can see about 500000 colors while trained observers may discern around one million and others about half that. They note there is no fixed total of colors, depending on how color difference is defined, and a spectrophotometer could in theory count 10 to the 90th power colors, though far fewer exist in practice.

Schenectady N. Y General Electric

Husky Husband Monopolizes Steak in Detroit Husband Sentenced

Albert Norberg, 34, jailed 30 days for assaulting his wife during a TV dispute while the family ate bologna and potatoes. The court ordered two years of supervision on eating and working habits. he must defer to his wife and seven children for meals.

Detroit Albert Norberg House of Correction Norberg Yvonne

U S Signals Possible Hydrogen Bomb Test Secret

AP reports that the United States may have conducted the first full-scale hydrogen bomb test in secrecy. Autumn nuclear tests at Eniwetok were expected to use a standard atomic device to trigger a hydrogen explosion, with officials giving no results to the press and keeping restrictions unusually tight.

Washington U. S Eniwetok Atomic Energy Commission mid-Pacific

Alumni Dad of 1952 to be introduced at UI concert

The University of Iowa will honor its Alumni Dad of 1952 during an Experience in Modern Jazz concert at Iowa Memorial Union. Sponsored by Omicron Delta Kappa, the event leads to Dad’s Day activities over the weekend with a halftime introduction at the Iowa vs Illinois football game and a luncheon for fathers of Hawkeye players. Open houses and a performance of Harvey cap the weekend.

Iowa City University of Iowa Iowa Memorial Union Omicron Delta Kappa Iowa-I Illinois Hawkeye I” Club Harvey

Tito Open to Talks With Eisenhower on Major Issues

Marshal Tito in Zagreb said he would be very satisfied to meet with President-elect Eisenhower to discuss mu political and defense matters. No official visit date or plan exists from Belgrade or Washington. Tito has tentatively accepted Churchill's invitation to Britain.

Zagreb Yugoslavia Tito Eisenhower Belgrade Washington Churchill Britain

Marion Woman Sues for Auto Accident Damages

Ada J. Peck of Marion sues H. F. Tyler of Cedar Rapids for 6550 dollars in personal injury and damages from an August 5 collision at A avenue and Twelfth street NE. Peck was a passenger in a car driven by Elsie Colvin when struck by Tyler’s vehicle. She alleges back injuries.

Ada J. Peck Marion H. F. Tyler Cedar Rapids Avenue Twelfth Street Elsie Colvin Tyler

Legal suits filed over accounts and auto damage

On Friday two account suits were filed: James E. Patterson vs Elton W Bowers for 410 dollars and Hunter Flying Service vs William MacKenzie for 140.25 dollars. An auto damage case was also filed: Frank L. Pierce vs Russell Lyons seeking 195.05 dollars for car damage.

James E. Patterson Elton W Bowers Hunter Flying Service William MacKenzie Frank L. Pierce Russell Lyons Pierce

Deer Dying Kick Wounds Hunter in Utah

In Payson Utah Shirl Kelsey aged 17 was kneeling beside a deer he had shot when the animal kicked. The gun resting near his leg discharged and struck him in the thigh. He was not killed.

Payson Utah Shirl Kelsey Kelsey

Civilian Defense Director Caldwell resigns in Washington

Millard Caldwell resigns as civilian defense administrator effective November 15. James J. Wadsworth, previously deputy administrator, is named acting administrator. Caldwell, former governor of Florida, leaves the post.

Washington (LLP Millard Caldwell James J. Wadsworth Caldwell Florida Wadsworth

Wages Suit by Kosina Dismissed Against Vrbicky Tavern

Two suits were dismissed Friday by the plaintiffs. Frank Kosina sued Frank Vrbicky doing business as Vrbicky's tavern for wages, and Harry L. Andrews sued Clarence B. Nutt for damages. Nutt also dismissed a counterclaim against Andrews.

Frank Kosina Frank Vrbicky Vrbicky Harry L. Andrews Clarence B. Nutt Nutt Andrews

Trial of Harold Simmonds Continued to November Term

The scheduled morals charge trial for Harold Simmonds set for Friday was continued to the November term by Judge Charles Penningroth.

Harold Simmonds Charles Penningroth

Pratt will admitted to probate naming Herbert Pratt executor

The will of Inez M. Pratt who died October 10 was admitted to probate Friday. It names her husband Herbert W. Pratt as sole heir and executor without bond.

Inez M. Pratt Herbert W. Pratt

Avon Arts theater features art exhibits during intermissions

In Birmingham Bob Dillon presents an Avon Arts movie theater with classical films. Intermissions let patrons view foyer exhibits or listen to classical music on the soundtrack. Free coffee is available at any time.

Birmingham Ala Bob Dillon Avon Arts

Pinay Praises Eisenhower Message To United States

Premier Antoine Pinay told the National Assembly France is deeply touched by the message the United States President-elect sent to the nation after his election. He publicly wished Eisenhower good luck for his government and for the U.S. during a Paris address.

Paris Anttoine Pinay Eisenhower U.S Pinay National Assembly France

Parakeet Turns Pages as Owner Reads Magazines

John R. Sanford of Memphis, Tennessee, owns a parakeet that insists on perching on magazines as he reads. The bird's quirky habit leaves Sanford hoping it will learn to turn the pages.

Memphis, Tenn John R. Sanford Sanford

Cedar Rapids teacher named new IA education group president

Anna Marie Stover of Harrison school Cedar Rapids was elected president of the Association for Childhood Education in the Iowa State Education Association at a Des Moines meeting. Vice presidents include Nellie Small Council Bluffs Ruth Hanson Boone and Elizabeth Smith Sioux City with Marion Bartholomew Des Moines as secretary treasurer. The Iowa County Superintendents Association also names Lloyd H. Smith Winterset president John Brouwer Gh ar vice president and Fannie W Howell Charles City secretary.

Des Moines INS Association For Childhood Education Department Iowa State Education Association Anna Marie Stover Harrison School Cedar Rapids Nellie Small Council Bluffs Ruth Hanson Boone Elizabeth Smith Sioux City Marion Bartholomew Iowa County Superintendents’ Association Lloyd H. Smith Winterset John Brouwer En Ghar Fannie W. Howell Charles City

Housewife Recounts Headstand Attack on Husband

A Dallas woman told police she threw scalding water at her husband after he forced her to stop housework and stand on her head. The husband was hospitalized but did not press charges.

Dallas

American writer challenged to pistol duel in Rome

Rome reports that American magazine writer James P. O'Donnell was challenged to a pistol duel Friday by a former Italian officer and ex-member of parliament over his claim that much of the Italian Combat line is “spac bags.”

Rome James P. O’donnell Cnet

Federal Revenue Agents Arrested In Council Bluffs

Two federal revenue agents Edward Kelley and Fred Nimtz were ordered to appear in municipal court in Council Bluffs after being charged with breaking and entering. The case stems from their entry into Rob ert Friel's home to serve lien notices related to income taxes for 1947 to 1951. Fergus E. and Alice C. Friel were named in a separate lien filing.

Council Bluffs Federal Bureau of Internal Revenue Edward Kelley Omaha Fred A. Nimtz Robert Friel Friel Fergus Friel Glenn F. Thummel Internal Revenue Office Fergus E Alice C. Friel

Drive Against License Violators Nets 27 Tickets in Cedar Rapids

A Cedar Rapids drive against driver's license violators ticketed 27 Eastern Iowa motorists on the F avenue bridge. Sgt. James Clapp said charges included no license, suspended license, license restriction violations, and permitting another to use a permit. The check begins a series planned for the month.

Cedar Rapids Iowa Highway Patrol F Avenue Bridge James Clapp Clapp

Eight Doctors Withdraw from Ringgold County Hospital

Eight physicians resigned from the Ringgold County hospital staff on October 30 amid disputed hospital practices. Two hospital board members also resigned. replacements are John A. Beard and Elbert M. Watson. Signatories include J. W. Hill, Gordon Doss, F. B. Matteson, E. J. Watson, O. L. Fullerton, H. A. Moore, E. E. Garnet, and G. W. Swanson.

MT. Ayr Ringgold County Hospital J. W. Hill Ayr Ringgold County Medical Society Gordon Doss Cresco F. B. Matteson Grant City E. J. Watson Diagonal O. L. Fullerton Redding H. A. Moore Clearfield E. E. Garnet G. W. Swanson Lamont Billie Finch H. M. Ross John A. Beard Elbert M. Watson

Strikes Push Idle Days in September Rise by Half

Washington based on Bureau of Labor Statistics report shows September strikes caused 3.2 million man-days of idleness, a 50 percent increase from August, reflecting growing labor unrest and work stoppages nationwide.

Washington Bureau of Labor Statistics

Sidelights on Ike Nomin ation From Chicago Quarters

Intimate sidelights on President elect Dwight Eisenhower begin with his remark to Mamie in a Chicago hotel as he accepts the nomination. Kenneth Ungerman of International News Service files a Sunday Gazette article based on his Europe campaign coverage.

Mamie Eisenhower Chicago Ike Kenneth Ungerman International News Service Europe

Prochaska To Speak At Safety Essay Contest

Dubuque safety council sponsors an essay contest on pedestrian and vehicular traffic with Edward A Prochaska as featured speaker on November 13 in Dubuque. The item notes various local notices and upcoming events from the same brief page.

Prochaska Edward, A. Pro‘chaska Dubuque

Also Mentioned on This Page

Daily Record Biemarck Ib Polis i Anceles Ami Sioas Bas C.R Myrtle Vaverka William Vaverka Emma D. Moorecroft Ralph J. Moorecroft Justice Court Russell Wright Monticello Lester L. Jones Charles Benesh Russell H. Drury Marshalltown Loyal O. Willard Hopkinton Ralph L. Simmons A Avenue NE George E. Fett Route One George Basker Twentieth Avenue SW Leroy S. Church Hull Avenue NE Narva Tenth Street Ellis Aboard Mercy Leo E. Getta Wellington Street Laurence DeSotel McKinley Street Paul Morgan Knoll Street Merle Schirm Washington Avenue St. Luke’s John Waggoner Central City Gerald Scheer Atkins Carl Boulette Kenneth Kucera H Street Elberon A. L. Taverstad Sigourney Gus Kracht Nimmer Funeral Tipton John Dean Devil’s Lake N. D Sheets Funeral Home St. Mary’s Church Burgial Kansas Oralville Emmet Duple West Liberty Cemetery Cascades John Orr Dubuque Hospital St. Martin’s Church Calvary Cemetery Devaney Funeral Home Martelle Bert J. Clark Goettsch Funeral Home Anamosa Linn Grove Cemetery Art Heusinkveld B. A. Jensen Twentieth Avenue K. H. McPhee Oakland Road David M. _— Jr Vine Avenue David G. Peterson Seventh Avenue SE Edward J V. Dengler Twenty-fourth Street Hamad Ing AFL Richard Patek Nineteenth Street W. A. Anderson Twenty-first Street Lambert John E. Lapes John E Mt. Vernon Ave Lapes Albert W. Hinton Associated Press James Harold Hilton Charles E. Finley Iowa State College Man Linn Jack Webster Snake Llowa U Deer Hunter Pratt Will Bird Lore Iowa Education Assn Baldwin First Avenue Lue Kratchmer’s Cedar Chest RABLE LIA Furniture CO Federal Mello “D' Milk George Peterson Frank R. Peterson Grande Avenue SE Missouri Military Academy George Frank Estroy Drive Old Marion Road Culver Street William Mhoese Bever Avenue Stewarts George T. Stewart Fifth Avenue SE Belle Fontaine Ohio Stewart Rebecca Stewart Cedar Rapids Retail Credit Association Montrose Hotel NAACP Crawford Bobbie Crawford R. H. Crawford F Avenue NE St. Luke’s Hospital John Btarner & Son Funeral Directors 2Nd Ave Groucho
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