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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1937
Page
12
Obituary fragments note multiple local deaths and funeral arrangements. Details include names such as Patrick Ly not and others, with services at Tranhen funeral home and Calvary church, urging callers to attend services and viewings.
Obituary notice for Donald A. Sinclair a long time resident of Scotch Grove. The fragment notes his death and references family members and personal background but lacks complete details. The readable lines indicate a public obituary honoring his life and contributions.
A sparse reading shows scattered letters and numbers without coherent events. Names, places, or dates are unreadable, leaving only fragmented terms and symbols.
Fragmentary birth notices mention a 619 4 year old mother Pueknell with a daughter at a wet hospital, a daughter born to Steehron at Ad Mare SW Saint Ge hospital, and a child to Olson at Van Worne Gat St. Luke's hospital.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a government and the word concede with unclear context. Entities and specifics are insufficient to form a clear summary.
In a retrial, the defense rested its case after presenting evidence and witnesses related to the crash incident. Proceedings focused on establishing contributory factors and disputing key claims from the plaintiff.
Japanese army and navy launched mass air raids against Shanghai and Canton areas. They reported bombing around Narxing and Canton with airstrikes on Shanghai outskirts while concentrating on outer districts. Chinese counter attacks pressed early shifts, but Japanese planes largely targeted front lines and supply routes.
Fragmented OCR style city briefs list names and events with scattered phrases. Items mention Cecir Rapids, Sonu Witspaemes, Teo, Lewes, and Ler with unclear actions and amounts like 20 pounds. Overall, readable facts are sparse and fragmented.
A Japanese spokesman warned that the United States must concede to Japan or risk breaking off peace efforts. Tokyo argued that ongoing naval and military pressures aim to limit Western influence and speed a status quo return, while noting Japan cannot bend to world opinion formed from dispatches.
Tokyo reports indicate Japan intends to press the undeclared war in China to a swift victory "come what may" despite President Roosevelt’s quarantine call. Japanese leaders cite past power rivalries and fear of international action to justify a rapid, decisive campaign.
A torpedo believed Italian was found Wednesday night along Spain's east coast near the Basilisk attack site. Fishermen reported discovery near Cape San Antonio. The incident recalls a recent Soviet Russia accusation against Italy over piracy in the Mediterranean.
The nine power pact and Kellogg Briand treaty govern talks in Washington on China Japan. A 23 nation advisory group urged strong measures while inviting 17 league members to join if U S Britain France and others agree. The assembly adjourned at 5 28 pm with 24 hour notice for emergencies in the Far East.
Paris dispatch reports the Duke and Duchess of Windsor plan to sail for the United States aboard the liner Normandie on November 3. Sources say the couple may be leaving to escape German influence and to stay in the United States.
Warden Joseph Ragen announced the end of a two day hunger strike by about 200 prisoners at Stateville. Prisoners accepted breakfast cereal and coffee as privileges were suspended and the central radio system was turned off, ending the protest.
DiMaggio homered and doubled driving in two. Hubbell struggled through six innings as the Giants built a 7 run rally and the Yankees stretched their edge. Gomez showed mixed form while McCarthy plans pitching changes for the next game amid rain delays and crowd chatter.
Gaylord Craig, 21, recovering in Lincoln hospital after surgery to remove a silver half dollar from his stomach. He started a pay-to-guess pool among friends, charging a dime per guess. the pool raised 163.00 dollars. His hospital bill decreased by 9.45 dollars from his share plus 50 cents.
In a front porch talk at his Dutchess County home the President indicated he would call a special session of Congress between November 2 and 16. He said court reorganization was not yet certain and listed top priorities including wages and hours, surplus crop control, government reorganization, and regional planning.
Rep. Hamilton Fish, on the House Foreign Affairs Committee, denounced President Roote ys foreign policy speech as provocative and dangerous. He argued it could spark war, urged concerted action against aggressors, and accused Hull and the President of internationalism bias. He warned peace policy could lead to war within sixty days if the U S polices China or Spain.
The Sioux City Ministerial association urged the state board of parole to reconsider Joe Siegel's parole. In a resolution they stated his release would mock the force of law. The meeting, called by the public morals committee, heard speakers including County Attorney Maurice E. Rawlings.
The United States reiterates its stance against force in international disputes and upholds treaty sanctity. It cites Japan’s actions in China as violating the Nine Power Treaty and Kellogg Briand Pact, aligning with League of Nations views on preserving peace through legal norms.
Father Gerard A. Donovan of Pittsburgh a Mary Kroll mission priest was kidnapped from a church sacristy by bandits Tuesday night in North Fushun. The abductors demand 50,000 dollars for his release and Japanese authorities are acting to secure his freedom.
Grinnell college football team spent two hours examining kickoff return defense after struggles against returning kickoffs in last week’s Iowa State Teachers game. Coach Lookabaugh outlined a new kickoff offense while regulars remain sidelined due to injuries.
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