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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Nov 10, 1947

Page

7

Marsh Tells Story Behind Dual Killing and Kidnapping

In Rockford Illinois Glenn Marsh 28 confessed he killed Grant Muhrlein 52 and Vernon Anderson 26 and kidnapped Mrs Anderson 26. He said he still loves her though Mrs Anderson said love died with the killings. The couple planned divorces and marriage with Marsh stating he and Mrs Anderson planned to wed after divorces.

Rockford Ill Glenn Marsh Vernon Anderson James Marsh J. B Knight

Man recounts murder rampage after lovers' lane plan

Marsh reveals he planned to divorce, sell the farm, and move away after learning of his wife’s reconciliation with her lover. He killed Anderson and Muhrlein during a confrontation at the Anderssons' home, forced Mrs. Anderson on a 100 mile ride, then fled across four states before surrendering. His wife and Anderson’s wife were placed in custody. Marsh says he still loves Kit.

Marsh Max A. Weston Audrey Andersons Anderson Rockford Vernon Mendota New Milford Kit Charles Williams

Ex-Lax advert promises gentle, chocolate flavored relief

The ad urges relief from constipation with Ex-Lax, marketed as easy acting and doctors’ choice. It notes gentle results, chocolate taste, and a 10 cent price, suitable for both adults and children.

Ex-Lax

Northern Textile Pay Boost Sought in the East

In New York the CIO Textile Workers pressured for wage raises for woolen, cotton, and rayon workers in New England and the East after winning a 9 percent raise for southern mills. The 125,000 southern workers gain to 87 cents an hour, a penny below the northern standard, as Boston discussions tapered toward a 15 cent general increase.

New York INS CIO New England East South Boston

Union warns of possible strike after wage talks fail

Emil Rieve general president announced 100000 cotton and rayon workers, with 75000 in New England, would seek a 20 cent raise for 80000 workers in 142 woolen and worsted mills on the Atlantic coast. If no accord with cotton and rayon employes by January 1, the union may strike under the current contract.

New England Emil Rieve Atlantic

Life Insurance Review Urged Amid Shifting Costs and Taxes

A public notice urges readers to review their life insurance plans due to changing family needs and rising living costs. It warns that one half of policies may be outdated and in need of update to reflect current circumstances and tax considerations.

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