Bootleg Coal Crackdown Targets Trev Haulage Map Plan
Engineers backed by Gov James map bootleg coal holes in the Anthracite region. They aim to close new holes by policing and demolishing illicit ops while crediting legitimate mines for bootleg output to shrink the illegal market.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R V Williams
Arthur H James
United Mine Workers of America
Schuylkill
Northumberland
Pennsylvania
New Jersey
New York
Delaware
Maryland
Notable Iowa educator outlines education policy and views
The interview with state board of education member delves into inflation effects on fixed incomes, education funding, duplication between University of Iowa and Iowa State College, entrance standards, and the tax burden on state-supported schools. He reflects on his career, reading tastes, foreign policy views, and travel experiences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Board of Education
University of Iowa
Iowa State College
College of Applied Science
Two Suits Ask 20000 As Result Of Collision In Bennett
Special to The Gazette Tipton Two damage actions totaling 20909 were filed in Cedar county district court here Saturday as a result of an accident which happened in Bennett June 1 1940 Celia Leckis seeks 15000 for injuries alleged from a truck owned by Western Contracting Corp driven by John Van de Meyer She says her left arm was crushed and she suffered internal injuries Henry Leck Bennett seeks 5000 alleging cuts on face and hand broken ribs and back injury preventing full work capacity
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tipton
Cedar County
Bennett
Celia Leckis
Western Contracting Corporation
John van de Meyer
Henry Leck Bennett
Celia
High Consistory Officer to Visit Cedar Rapids Tuesday
John H. Cowles sovereign grand commander of the supreme council will visit the Iowa Consistory in Cedar Rapids Tuesday to supervise investitures of DeMolay and Zarephath designates with Knights Commander of the Court of Honor. Banquet planned for 6 pm for statewide Masons and visiting bodies. Cowles with William Koch will greet 32 degree Masons at 4 pm. Cowles’ long career began in 1888 in Louisville and he has traveled extensively.
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John H. Cowles
Supreme Council
United States
Iowa
Cedar Rapids
DeMolas
Zarephath
Court of Honor
William Koch
Cowles and Koch
Merrill Chester Coburn
William Christopher Henning
Joseph Rhoads Treichler
DeMolay
Clinton
Emory J
Soviets Broadcast Air Raid On Moscow
London listeners heard the Soviet radio broadcast a German air raid on Moscow. Bomb explosions and anti aircraft fire crackled over the program. One Nazi raider was shot down during the broadcast.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
INS
Moscow
Rail Factions In Surprise Session
Washington insiders report a surprise Saturday night conference aimed at ending the wage dispute that could trigger a general railroad walkout next month. Union leader F Whitney cancelled a Cleveland trip to attend, and after a White House discussion more talks are set for Monday.
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Washington
INS
Railroad Labor and Management
A F Whitney
The
Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen
Cleveland
White House
Brotherhoods
Magazine Warns Britain Of Nazi Invasion Strategy
London AP reports Aeroplane magazine warned Britain the most likely invasion plan would land gliders with troops and tanks across Ireland as a prelude to broader assault.
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Magazine
Britain
Etre
London
Aeroplane
Ireand
Five Hurt In Highway Collision Near Marengo
Five Chicago residents were injured, none seriously, in a two car crash east of Marengo on highway 6 around 5 p.m. Saturday. Slippery highway and poor visibility blamed by investigating officers.
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the Gazette
Marengo
Chicago
Marengo Hospital
James Barker
Donald Poncelow
Charles. Puchmeter
Barker
Christmas aid planned for Cedar Rapids families
Cedar Rapids announces Christmas relief plans led by the public welfare bureau of the Chamber of Commerce. From December 11 to 24 the bureau will clear donations and coordinate baskets and support, aiming to surpass last year’s 78 contributing groups. Boy Scouts begin toy collection next Saturday, with Sunshine Mission running the toy shop for the first time. toys repaired at YMCA craft shop and by YWCA and Camp Fire Girls. Readers asked to bring toys to YMCA or YWCA now to start repairs.
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Cedar Rapids
Public Welfare Bureau
Chamber of Commerce
Boy Scouts
Sunshine Mission
Y.mc A
Vc.a
Y.W.C.A
Camp Fire
Y.M.C.A
Police Station Guest Charged With Zipper Bag Theft
Frank Hughes, 71, often staying at the police station as a makeshift hotel, was arrested Saturday around 5:45 p.m. for larceny after witnesses saw him take two zipper bags from a Woolworth counter and leave. Assistant manager W. E. Munns chased and detained him until police arrived. Hughes had a six month district court sentence for larceny last April, suspended except for one month.
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Frank Hughes
Woolworth’s
W. E. Munns
Hughes
Munns
New Y M C A Members to Be Entertained December 1
New members of the Y M C A will be entertained at a dinner and program at the Y on Monday December 1. Henry Kling will be toastmaster and Horace C Hedges football official will speak. A tour through the building will follow. Reservations through the YMCA.
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Y. M
Y.M.C. A
Henry Kling
Horace C
Cap” Hedges
Y’s
Physical Department
Physical Education Department
Slav Congress President Quits Over Unity Concerns
John D. Butkovich of Pittsburgh resigns as president of the Congress of Slav-Americans to ease internal antagonisms. The group postponed its Chicago area gathering to allow Slovak and Polish factions to participate, aiming to unite Slav nationalities to back American policy and oppose Hitlerism.
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Roosevelt
Britain
Congress
Pittsburgh
John D. Butkovich
Congress of
Chicago
Butkovich
Yugoslavia
Optimist Week Program Planned by Cedar Rapids Club
The Optimist club of Cedar Rapids and associate clubs across the U S and Canada announce Optimist Week from December 1 to 7. Dr John T Hecker cites growing public response to a plea for friendliness and optimism and notes more than a dozen radio and screen celebrities as honorary sponsors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Optimist Club of
Cedar Rapids
United States
Canada
John T. Hecker
Hecker
Mischa Auer
Joe E. Brown
Bob Burns
Tony Cabooch
Eddie Cantor
Charles Chaplin
Irving Cobb
Bing Crosby
Fontaine Fox
al Jolson
Elmer F Layden
Harold Lloyd
Lum and
Abner
The
Marx Brothers
Optimist Clubs Observe General Observance Address
Local Optimist clubs will hear speeches by past or current district or international officers or a club president as part of the general observance. The program emphasizes unity among individuals and groups within the movement.
Light Co Hosts Thanksgiving Party With Awards
About 700 to 800 attendees at Danceland gathered Friday for the Iowa Electric Light and Power Co Thanksgiving party for Cedar Rapids district and office staff. District manager Earle G Nichols awarded cash prizes to Milo Savel Roy Sells and Richard Spacek for top finishes in the annual light bulb contest. Master of ceremonies F D Sheppard led a floor show by the Clandie Coeds Peggy Reese Dora Cargin and other performances by Violet Speake Leo Roseberry Beverly Morio with accompanists Maureen Canavan and Betty Lou Stevenson.
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Danceland
Iowa Electric Light and Power Company
Cedar Rapids
Earle G Nichols
Milo Savel
Roy Sells
Richard Spacek
F D. Sheppard
Clandie Coeds
Peggy Reese
Dora Cargin
Violet Speake
Leo Roseberry
Beverly Morio
Maureen Canavan
Betty Lou Stevenson
Mr. Sheppard
Reuben Smith
Dale Miner
Cecil Seger
E. D. Jack
Renewal of Chauffeur Licenses Announced by Iowa Patrol
Sergeant Clarence B. Day of the Iowa highway patrol said renewals for 1942 chauffeur licenses begin Monday at the patrol office. 1941 licenses expire December 31 with no extension. Those without 1941 licenses or failing to renew must pass an exam. metal badges will not be issued next year. Licenses issued at 1201 Third Street SE.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarence B. Day
Iowa Highway Patrol
Sergeant Day
Day
Iowa
Highway Patrol
Third Street
Pro-Nazi Serbs Kill 230 Alleged Communists
Berlin reports that Serbian pro Axis forces wiped out an alleged communist band near Kutchevo, killing 230 and taking 70 prisoners in a pitched battle, according to the official news agency from Belgrade.
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Berlin
Kutchevo
Belgrade
Fire damp Known as Coal Mine Gas
Fire damp is commonly known as coal mine gas and refers to naturally occurring gases found in coal seams. It poses ignition risks in mining operations and requires proper ventilation and gas monitoring to ensure worker safety.
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