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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Oct 06, 1941

Page

2

Betsy Jane Bridge and Leslie P Farmer wed in Nashua

The wedding of Betsy Jane Bridge and Leslie P Farmer took place at the Little Brown church in Nashua. The ceremony was performed by Rev. F L Hanscom with family as witnesses. The bride, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Myrl E Bridge, wore robin blue silk crepe. best man was Raymond Farmer. maid of honor June Bridge. After a Minnesota trip, the couple will reside at 1581 First Avenue SE.

Little Brown Nashua Betsy Jane Bridge Myrl E. Bridge A Avenue NW Leslie P. Farmer Frank O. Farmer Second Avenue SE F. L. Hanscom June Bridge Raymond Farmer Hanscom Roosevelt High School Coe College LaPlant- Choate Company Farmer Franklin Minnesota First Avenue SE Greer W. McCrory, Jr

McFarlane Hosts Weekend Guests in City News

Mr and Mrs A G McFarlane of 420 Tenth Street NW entertained over the weekend Herbert McFarlane Miss Grayce Sherwood and Lloyd Roselip of East Chicago Ind visiting from Indiana.

A. G. McFarlane Tenth Street Herbert McFarlane Grayce Sherwood Lloyd Roselip East Chicago Ind

Margaret Louise French and George Tilson Wed in Cedar Rapids

The wedding took place Monday at Immaculate Conception church with elaborate floral decor. Miss Margaret Louise French and George S. Tilson exchanged vows before relatives and friends, with detailed gowns, attendants, and a kiss at reception followed by a weeklong trip to Chicago and Wisconsin. The couple will reside in Cedar Rapids after October 12.

Margaret Louise French George Tilson Immaculate Conception Margaret ‘Louise French Walter James French Eighteenth Street George S. Tilson Richard H. Tilson Tenth Street John M. Molloy Leo Rossini Panis Angelicus Franck Moir

Betty Jean Stangler Weds Leonard R. Stearns in Kahoka Mo

Miss Betty Jean Stangler daughter of Mr and Mrs Edward Stangler of 3219 Oakland NE and Leonard R Stearns son of Mr and Mrs Peter Lohr of 611 Eighteenth Ave SW were married Saturday in Kahoka Missouri Attendants were Mr and Mrs Frank Rocarek of Cedar Rapids Stearns works for French Sta mats company Roosevelt high school alum and Mrs Stearns McKinley she works at Dixie Cream Doughnut shop

Betty Jean Stangler Daugter Edward Stangler Oakland Avenue NE Leonard R. Stearns Peter Lohr Eighteenth Avenue Kahoka Frank Rocarek Cedar Rapids Stearns Roosevelt High School

Mercy Hospital Auxiliary Board Meeting Scheduled

Mercy hospital auxiliary board members will meet Tuesday at 2 p.m. in the hospital library to discuss ongoing activities and future plans.

Mercy Hospital Board Mercy Hospital Auxiliary

Camp Fire elects officers at First Lutheran church

Jo Ann Everhart was elected president of the Wicaka Camp Fire group Saturday at the First Lutheran church. Marianne Schwegler becomes vice president, Joy Syers secretary, and Eleanor Barnes scribe. Also present were Elsie Roy LeMont Mrs. R. E. LeMont and the guardian Mrs. J M Johnson.

Jo Ann Everhart Wicaka First Lutheran Church Marianne Schwegler Joy Syers Eleanor Barnes Elsie Roy LeMont R. E. LeMont the Guardian J. M. Johnson

P T A Meetings Focus On Home Defense And Fears

Taylor P T A study group meets Wednesday from 2 to 3 PM with Mrs Rodney C Gould in charge to discuss The Fathers Part in Home Defense. Johnson P T A hears Greydon Worbais on How Fears Grow Up at 2 30 PM in the kindergarten room. GA class singers directed by Miss Gertrude Shoemaker. Tea hosted by Mrs Arthur Bye.

Taylor School Rodney C. Gould

Colton and Quinn Married in Kenwood Church Parsonage

Miss Ethel Colton of Mount Vernon and Blair Quinn of Cedar Rapids were wed Friday evening in the Kenwood Methodist church parsonage by Rev. Merton Green. The bride, a bankkeeper for Mount Vernon Bank and Trust, wore navy velvet with rhinestones. Quinn, an electrician with Iowa Light and Power, will live at 1245 Third Avenue SE.

Ethel Colton Evans Colton Mount Vernon Blair Quinn Cedar Rapids John Quinn Stratford Kenwood Methodist Church Merton Green Rubye Beach Charles Cline Mount Vernon Bank and Trust Company Quinn Iowa Light and Power Company Third Avenue

YWCA Iowa Chapter Meeting Attended by Cedar Rapids Secretaries

Cedar Rapids YWCA secretaries joined the Iowa chapter gathering of the National Association of Employed Officers of the YWCA in Waterloo. Miss Adria Titterington of Des Moines led Saturday discussions while Dubuque members led Sunday worship. Attendees included Miss Marguerite Stein Miss Ida May Hoffmann Miss Mari Helen Williams and Miss Frances Barker. They also visited the YMC A camp at Cedar Falls.

Cedar Rapids Y.W.C.A Iowa National Association of Employed Officers Y.wca Waterloo Adria Titterington Des Moines Y W.ca Dubuque Marguerite Stein Ida May Hoffmann Mari Helen Williams Frances Barker Cedar Falls

Dutch Treat Dinner Held by Local Club

Mr and Mrs Herbert Killian Dr and Mrs Henry Hamilton and Mr and Mrs Albert Andreas gathered at the Elks club Saturday for a Dutch treat dinner preceding the dance.

Herbert L. Killian Henry H Hamilton Albert Andreas Elks Club

Mrs Stone Given Surprise Farewell

Mrs Doyle Stone of 1118 J Avenue NW was surprised Friday evening at a farewell party hosted by ten friends before her move to Sioux City. A gift and cards were exchanged, with attendees including Mesdames Clarence Baker H A Thompson Jack Brewer Lester Corrigan M Bennett W M Eileen Lloyd Forsberg Sam Redines William Kisling and Jack Kelley.

Doyle Stone J Avenue Sioux City Clarence Baker H. A. Thompson Jack Brewer Lester Corrigan M. Bennett Lloyd Forsberg Sam Redines William Kisling Jack Kelley

Colonial Dough Boys Form With Lunch Meeting

The first meeting and buffet lunch of the Colonial Dough Boys was held at the Colonial Baking company Saturday. Roy Pearson served as temporary chairman. Elected officers include George McAchren as chairman, Roy Pearson as treasurer, Howard Dickson as recording secretary, and Erwin Miller and George Sturtz as trustees. A Halloween dinner dance was planned for October 24 for members and their families.

Colonial Dough Boys Colonial Baking Company Roy Pearson George McAchren Mr. Pearson Howard Dickson Erwin Miller George Sturtz

Local Hosts Welcome Guests from Several Cities

Mr. and Mrs. Louis Brunner of Nora Springs, Mrs. Eva Mc Ninch of Marble Rock, and Mrs. Margaret Pearson of Los Angeles were guests Friday of Mr. and Mrs. Verle Porter at 405 Twenty Fifth Street SE and Mrs. Forest Ackley at 1500 Bever Avenue SE.

Louis Brunner Nora Springs Eva Mc Ninch Marble Rock Margaret Pearson Los Angeles Verle Porter Twentyfifth Street Forest Ackley Bever Avenue

Delegates Named for State PTA Convention in Des Moines

Cedar Rapids will be represented at the twenty first biennial Iowa Congress of Parents and Teachers convention opening Tuesday at Hotel Fort Des Moines. Cedar Rapids delegates include Mrs Vernon L Spohn and Mrs Willis Clark, president and vice president of the Cedar Rapids P T A council. School representatives listed are Mesdames G H Johanos, F V Du Toit, J A Hanus, J B Frasher, Harold ae L H Blaha, Clyde Peremsky, C H Lisenbee, Orlo Levan, William Counterman, L J Jiricek, Arthur Norman, C A Love, R E LeMont and Wesley Ward.

Cedar Rapids Iowa Congress of Parents and Teachers Fort Des Moines Des Moines Vernon L. Spohn Willis Clark P.T.A. Council G. H Johanos F. V. du Toit J. A. Hanus J. B Frasher Harold Ae L. H Blaha Clyde Peremsky C H Lisenbee Orlo Levan William Counterman L. J. Jiricek Arthur Norman C. A Love R. E. LeMont Wesley Ward

Lutzs Celebrate Sixth Wedding Anniversary At West Home

Mr and Mrs Frederick N Lutz were guests of honor Sunday at dinner hosted by Mr and Mrs Burgess West for their sixth wedding anniversary at 2223 Linden Drive SE. The Lutzes plan a Wednesday departure for a vacation in Chicago.

Frederick N. Lutz Woodland Drive Burgess West Linden Drive Mrs Lutz Chicago

Gamma Phi Beta Alumnae Meet at Mrs Randall's

A Gamma Phi Beta alumnae dessert gathering is scheduled for Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the residence of Mrs John Randall, 328 Forest Drive SE. New members should RSVP to the hostess.

Gamma Phi Beta Sorority John Randall Forest Drive

Theater Board to Meet at Craemer Home

Members of the Community Theater board will convene Monday at 7 30 o clock at the home of Mrs Nicholas Craemer 349 Woodland Drive SE.

The Community Theater Nicholas Craemer Woodland Drive

Junior D A R Members to Convene Hosts Picnic Supper

Mrs. J. C. Lick at 360 Twentieth Street SE will host a picnic supper for junior members of the Mayflower chapter D A R Thursday at 6 30 p m.

J. C. Lick Twentieth Street Mayflower D.A R

Family Dinner Honors Private Poole Visitor

Mr and Mrs Bruce Donisthorpe hosted a family dinner at 952 Tenth Street NE in honor of Private Charles Poole of Fort Francis E Warren Wyoming visiting his mother Mrs Essie Poole at 515 McKinley Street SE on his way home to Detroit.

Bruce Donisthorpe Tenth Street

University of Iowa student attends Tau Beta Pi convention

Mrs. T Cyril Noon of Iowa City spent the weekend with her parents Mr and Mrs H M Hill at 1706 Sixth Avenue SE. Her husband Mr Noon a senior in the University of Iowa engineering school was in Philadelphia serving as a representative to the Tau Beta Pi national convention.

T. Cyril Noon Iowa City H M. Hill Sixth Avenue Noon University of Iowa Philadelphia

Bet ty Curtis to Wed Charles Stephenson in Trinity Methodist

Miss Betty Jane Curtis daughter of Mr and Mrs A B Curtis 7006 avenue NW will marry Charles Stephenson of Alburnett Friday at 430 PM in Trinity Methodist church The ceremony will be conducted by Rev William O Eckler with Miss Eunice Flannigan as sole attendant Clifford Mahan as best man Lorraine Fensterer to play organ and Harold Barlow to sing

Betty Jane Curtis A. B. Curtis Avenue NW Charles Stephenson Alburnett Eunice Flannigan Clifford Mahan Trinity Methodist Church William O. Eckler Lorraine Fensterer Harold Barlow

Family Night Program at Daniels Park Missionary Society

Mrs. Edith Sheetz showcased dolls from nations during the family night supper in the church parlors. Mrs. T. E. Pirtle presided, Mrs. Edward Dahms led devotions, and a summary of the September meeting was given by Mrs. Dahms and Mrs. Harry Grime. Ninety five members attended.

Edith Sheetz Daniels Park Missionary Society T. E. Pirtle Edward Dahms Dahms Harry Grime

We the Women by Ruth Millet offers cautious city career cautions

Gazette Special Writer examines Nellie of Centerville who goes to Chicago or San Francisco for work and risks losing her warmth and friendliness. Dr. Ernest Burgess argues a deadpan, cynical posture harms marriage prospects, yet the piece urges retaining individuality while pursuing urban opportunities.

Nellie Big City Ernest W. Burgess University of Chicago Burgess Centerville Chicago San Francisco New York

Aunt Het Reflects on Cleanliness Standards for Children

Aunt Het weighs judgment and upbringing, arguing sunlit play helps youngsters while contending that nearly naked behavior appears scandalous in a small town setting. Her remarks reflect community norms on modesty and child-rearing.

Residents Return From Outing To Cedar Rapids

Cedar Rapids residents return from various trips over the weekend. Miss Agatha Cherry and Miss Nell Cherry arrived home after a three week motor excursion to Williamsburg Virginia with stops in Washington Baltimore Richmond Pittsburgh and Chicago. George Durin, on a one week furlough after maneuvers in Louisiana, visits his parents in Brownwood Texas. Mrs Harry S Johnson returns from Des Moines to her Cedar Rapids home. Dr Myron Koenig and Mrs Koenig spent the weekend in Vinton with family. Mr and Mrs Philip W Shive came home after attending the Iowa State Nebraska game at Ames and visiting their son Tom there.

Cedar Rapids Miss Agatha Miss Nell Cherry Grande Avenue Williamsburg Washington, D. C Baltimore Richmond Pittsburgh Chicago Walter L. Cherry George Durin Camp Bowie Brownwood Tex Alfred E Durin Linden Drive Louisiana H. E. Wagner Des Moines Harry S. Johnson Washington Avenue SE Myron L. Koenig Third Avenue SE Vinton Myra Koenig L. P Gordon Philip W. Shive B Avenue Ames Tom

Mrs Arthur Garrett Honored At Surprise Birthday Party

Mrs Arthur Garrett of 259 Eighteenth Street NW was guest of honor at a surprise birthday party held at her home Friday. Attendees included Mesdames Harry Teahen, Arthur Schmidt, Mark Brodie, S F McCullough, Fred Pratt, Steven Pattee, Arthur Garrett and Arnold Barta, Janet and Cynthia Pattee.

Arthur Garrett Eighteenth Street Harry Teahen Arthur Schmidt Mark Brodie S. F McCullough Fred Pratt Steven Pattee Arnold Barta Janet Cynthia Pattee

Birthday Party Honors Charles Mrstik Fifth Anniversary

Mrs. Louie Mrstik of 1127 Third Street SW entertained Saturday at a birthday party for her son Charles on his fifth anniversary. Attendees included Richard Spangler Jerry Canarr James Canarr Dewain White Franklin Katz Joseph Thomas and David Gramman Ray Strum and Dale and Erma Fye.

Louie Mrstik Third Street Charles Richard Spangler Jerry Canarr James Canarr Dewain White Franklin Katz Joseph, Thomas David Gramman Ray Strum Dale Erma Fye

Blessing Visits Parents in Sparta from Wisconsin Welfare

Miss Doris Blessing of Sparta Wisconsin a field worker for the Wisconsin state department of public welfare arrived Saturday to visit two weeks with her parents Mr and Mrs L E Blessing at 215 Fifteenth street SE.

Doris Blessing Sparta Wis Wisconsin State Department of Public Welfare L. E. Blessing Fifteenth Street

Cooperation Talk At Trinity Methodist By Mrs Nicholson

W S C S members of Trinity Methodist Church met Friday to hear Mrs Thomas Nicholson of Mount Vernon speak on Cooperation. Circle vice chairmen hosted a tea with Mrs W O Eckler presiding.

W.S.C.S Trinity Methodist Church Thomas Nicholson Mount Vernon W. O. Eckler

Advice From Mary Manners on House Help and Hearts

Dear Miss Manners answers two questions about workplace privacy and dating while a partner is away. She advises Erma to seek respectful work elsewhere and suggests the reader may date others during the long absence. The column then counsels a married woman considering leaving her husband to return home, noting the dangers of hasty marriage for pride and urging family support.

eeMs Erma Miss Manners

Beethoven Club Organ Recital at Westminster Church

The Beethoven club stages an organ recital at Westminster Church on Tuesday at 8 15 p.m. The program includes Ave Maria, Jubilate, Arioso, and other selections arranged for organ. Rev James H. Blackstone Jr. conducts with Helen Stark as director and Jean Blackstone on piano.

Beethoven Club Westminster Church Uae Jenkins Westminster Church Choir James H. Blackstone, Jr Helen Stark Clokey

Mrs Heefner Honored at Shower Hosted by Finefield Home

Mrs Kenneth Heefner formerly Marianne Foushee was guest of honor at a shower Friday hosted by Mrs Lyle Finefield at 1337 B avenue NW. Mrs T E Thorpe was co host.

Kenneth Heefner Marianne Foushee Lyle Finefield B Avenue NW T. E. Thorpe

Pris cilla H Dvorak Sanborn Nuptials Announced

Mr and Mrs Fred R Sanborn announce the marriage of their daughter Priscilla H to First Private Wesley G Dvorak son of Mr and Mrs Wend Dvorak on September 10 Private Dvorak is stationed at Fort Lewis Washington Mrs Lumir Kaplan attended the couple

Fred R. Sanborn Priscilla H Wesley G. Dvorak Wendl Dvorak Nineteenth Avenue Dvorak Fort Lewis Wash Lumir Kaplan

Novel potholder pattern for scottie and cat holders

Pattern 2976 shows four strand string potholders with scottie and cat designs. Includes charts, directions, and stitch illustrations. Send 10 cents to The Cedar Rapids Gazette neediecraft dept 82 Eighth Ave New York NY. include pattern number name and address.

Cedar Rapids Gazette Neediecraft Department Eighth Avenue New York N. Y

Werba announces engagement of Elsie to Harry Mason

Mr and Mrs C F Werba announce the engagement of daughter Elsie to Harry A Mason son of Mr and Mrs A P Mason of Portland Oregon The wedding is set for October 18 at an upcoming ceremony in Washington DC area or vicinity.

C. F. Werba N Street Elsie Harry A. Mason A. P. Mason Portland Ore

Out of Town Visitors Feted at Dinner

Mrs. Anna Meek of Baltimore and Mrs. Kathryn Rundle of Detroit were guests of honor at a dinner in Killian's tea room Saturday hosted by Miss Mary Redmond and her mother Mrs. Mary Redmond of 1924 Fourth Avenue SE.

Anna Meek Baltimore Kathryn Rundle Detroit Killian Mary Redmond Fourth Avenue SE

Social 50 Picnic Luncheon Planned

Members of the Social 50 club will meet Wednesday at 1 p.m for picnic luncheon in the home of Mrs. Jessie Hayward at 1040 Third Avenue SE.

Social 50 Club Jessie Hayward Third Avenue SE

B B Class Potluck Set at Mrs Fitch Home

Members of the B B class of First Lutheran Church plan a Wednesday potluck supper at 6 p.m. at 1821 Sixth Avenue SE in the Fitch residence. Meat coffee and cream will be provided, attendees to bring picnic items.

First Lutheran Church Fred Fitch Sixth Avenue SE

Pythian Sisters Bus to District Convention in North English

Community groups schedule meetings and events including a district convention chartered bus trip to North English on Oct 16. Beatrice Redies listed for reservations and club notices cover Linden Camp No 145 Modern Woodmen of America Moose hall meetings, Rock Island Woman's Club social hour, Cedar Rebekah business session with bingo, Praha Rebekah picnic and card party, and Daughters of Hawaii Cedar Rapids lodge picnic supper at Sokol hall.

North English Beatrice Redies Linden Camp No Modern Woodmen of America C.F. Hall Second Avenue SE Cedar Rebekah Lodge K. P Rebekahs Odd Fellows

Acne Advice and Home Shampoo Tips for Teens

A reader asks if acne in a fifteen year old can be from rich foods and seeks safe home care. The doctor notes acne is common in early teens and usually improves with proper treatment, reducing scar risk. recommends family physician or dermatologist. Also includes at home shampoo method using unscented soap shavings dissolved in water and nightly brushing to distribute natural oils.

M. A

Community groups plan food, games and meetings this week

Standard Life association No. 172 hosts a picnic supper at 6 30 p m in the Glow room of the Gas company with card party to follow. Tirzah society invites members and friends to entertain at 7 30 p m at 883 Shaver road NE. Star of Maine Rebekah lodge No. 221 meets 7 30 p m at 838 First Ave NE. Fidelity Booster club gathers 6 30 p m Friday at 1316 Fifth St NW for picnic supper. Valley Camp 2136 R N A meets 8 p m Wednesday in Maine Hall 838 First Ave E. Police Auxiliary meets 7 30 p m Wednesday at the police station.

Standard Life Association No. 172 Gas Company Lewis Klever Tirzah Society O. F. Quick Shaver Road Star of Maine Lodge No. 221 First Avenue Fidelity Booster Club Richard Stevens Fifth Street Valley Camp R.N.A Maine Hall First Avenue E

Titan Tower custody case and missing Steve Hubbard

Linda faces a looming custody battle over Mickey while uncovering Bill Blaine’s true identity. Steve Hubbard’s disappearance unsettles Linda as she learns he may be at Aunt Cynthia’s upstate ranch, with Steve seen near a downtown bank after settling Aunt Cynthia’s estate.

Mickey Bill Blaine Bill Steve Hubbard Blaine Linda Steve Titan Tower Cynthia Susanville Vaca

Burglary Chase and a Hidden Clue Boost a Case

Janice and Jo break into the private files of detective Mr. Anderson to uncover evidence about Linda. They discover a letter from Jack Blaine indicating the guardianship case hinges on concrete misconduct. Linda hopes the clue will force the case forward while Bradley Mortons arrive for the court hearing.

Jan Jo Monroe Janice Linda Hickey Mr. Anderson Jack Blaine Bradley Morton Jack

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