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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1948
Page
10
Bob Considine writes to Elizabeth congratulating on the birth of a son. He remarks on pride from the family and notes it is a man's world with a future for the child. He cautions not to spoil him and predicts delays before any real opportunity arises.
A harsh fatherly voice advises on toughening a boy for life and school. The speaker urges strict preparation, warns against overindulgence, and suggests exposing him to tough environments at home and at state universities to build resilience.
The court on the ninth day of November 1948 appointed Edna Stanley as administrator of the estate of Emma Mason, late of Linn County Iowa. Creditors are asked to present claims against the estate to the undersigned authenticated in Linn County Iowa. O J Elsenbast, Attorney.
Notice is hereby given that the undersigned was on November 9, 1948, duly appointed and qualified as executor of the estate of Kate Blum late of Linn County, Iowa deceased. All persons indebted to the estate are required to render their true and just accounts and to file claims with the undersigned at Merchants National Bank of Secat Rapids Iowa, Executor, A Johnson, Attorney.
A personal note advises a young man to grow into his role within his family and circle. The writer urges patience with a younger brother and playful restraint with a sister, and to let his colleagues in London help him adjust. The message closes with concern for the recipient’s well being and an offer of help from America.
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