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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Oct 19, 1952

Page

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Homecoming Queen Candidates Named For Marion High

Marion High School students select three senior girls Sally Berlin Mary Ruth Culbert and Kay Nietert as homecoming queen candidates. The junior and sophomore classes name attendants. Homecoming game vs Vinton Jays set for 7 30 at Marion Athletic field with events led by Principal Glen I Nicholson and staff.

Marion High School Marion Sally Berlin Mary Ruth Culbert Kay Nietert Charlese Birmingham Joyce Porter Judy Meroshek Frieda Nesetril Beverly Larson Hilda Schneider Marion Indians Vinton Jays Glen I. Nicholson Sondra Burnett Jeanne Emmons Harry Potter Suzanne Holmes John de Jong Kay Kearns Jeannine Murray John Ballard Pen Raly Jean Emmons Lincoln Bandroom Mollie Keith Eloise Allen Joan Drenkhahn Garth Baker Elaine McGee Jim Tallman Gerald Huerter Ruth Drips Walter Eveland Joe Jellison Carol Hornung Anna Janecek Merlene Knight Harold Metcalf Tom Marchant Doug Ozias Kathleen J. Muir Amelia Petrusch

Mrs Gladys Martin Returns Home from Marion Visit

Returns home to Des Plaines after spending the summer with Mrs. George B. Gray. Her son Glen Martin and another Des Plaines relative drove to Marion and accompanied her back to Des Plaines.

Gladys Martin George B. Gray Des Plaines Glen Martin Martin Marion

Merkel family weekend visit at Grinnell with son

Mr and Mrs C A Merkel are spending the weekend in Grinnell with their son George C Merkel.

Mrs. C. A. Merkel Grinnell George C. Merkel

Television sales and service firms advertise in Mari

Motorola RCA and Admiral Television Sales and Service in Mari advertise radio and television sets and related repair services.

Motorola RCA Admiral Television Sales & Service Marion Radio Adv

Grinnell student visits Cary and Bailey family in Mississippi

Visits by two Grinnell College juniors from Sioux Falls South Dakota Miss Cary and Miss Bailey spend the weekend with Cary's parents Mr and Mrs S Cary in Mississippi with relatives and friends.

Sue Cary Georgina Bailey Sioux Falls S. D Grinnell College Miss. Cary S. . Cary

Corys Purchase Clark Residence at 742 Eighth Avenue

Mr and Mrs John Cory bought the Donald Clark residence at 742 Eighth Avenue and will take possession November 1. The sale was handled by Brockagan and Mc Gowan.

John Cory Donald Clark Eighth Avenue Brockagan and McGowan

Send Photo Greetings From Your Own Snapshots This Christmas

Lagerquist's Camera Shop promotes a large selection of greeting cards with the note to send personal photo greetings this Christmas. The ad urges customers to browse a wide assortment of cards suitable for the season.

Lagerquist Adv

Theristriai Club Meeting Set for Tuesday Evening

The Theristriai Club will gather Tuesday at 7 30 p.m. with Mrs. Gerald Thomas.

Theristriai Club Gerald Thomas

Halloween Party Planned by Kodapithin Camp Fire Group

Members of the Kodapithin Camp Fire group will hold a Halloween party Thursday at 7 30 p m at the home of their guardian Mrs N T Jones.

Kodapithin N. T. Jones

Mothers Club Donates to Marion Community Chest Drive

The Mothers club met at Mrs. Irwin Renfer's home last week and contributed $5 to the Marion Community Chest drive.

Mothers Club Irwin Renfer Marion

Five room house for rent in Alburnett area

Five room house for rent with garden ground and a detached garage. Call Mrs. Albert Fink in Alburnett Iowa at 2215 for details.

Albert Fink Alburnett

Cornelian Club Holds Halloween Party Monday

Members of the Cornelian club will hold a costume Halloween party Monday at the home of Mrs. N T. Jones.

Cornelian Club N. T. Jones

Miss Kemp Guests Plan Long Marion Stay

Guests of Miss Kemp from Maxbass North Dakota visit Miss Elda Kemp and plan an extended stay in Marion for an unspecified period.

Kemp V. A. Kemp Maxbass, N. D Elda Kemp Marion

Weekend Visit With Eau Claire Couple Attends Iowa Wisconsin Game

Weekend visit by Mr and Mrs Gordon Keith of Eau Claire Wisconsin to spend time with Dr J J Keith and family. They attended the Iowa Wisconsin college football game in proximity to their stay.

Gordon Keith Eau Claire Wis J. J. Keith

Athenian Club to Meet Thursday Evening

The Athenian club will meet Thursday at 8 p m with Mrs Carroll Roberts. Co-hostesses will be Mrs Herman Richmann and Mrs Everett Finn.

Athenian Club Carroll Roberts Herman Richmann Everett Finn

Sorosis Club to Meet Thursday Evening

Sorosis Club plans a 7 30 gathering with Mrs Karl W Kendall chairing the program and Mrs R E Leidigh directing the activity.

Sorosis Club Karl W. Kendall R. E. Leidigh

Cornerstones Class-The Pres byterian Cornerstones meet

The Cornerstones class at The Presbyterian church will meet with Mrs. Frank Huth on Thursday at 2 p.m. The notice lists the host and timing for the church group gathering.

Cornerstones Presbyterian Cornerstones Frank Huth

Electa Circle to Meet Tuesday at 2 PM

Electa Circle of King's Daughters will meet Tuesday at 2 p.m. with Mrs. Andrew P. Munson presiding. Mrs. Mable Conger to lead the devotional period and Mrs. Ray Starry to present the program on Mountains of The Bible.

Electa Circle Electa Circle of King’s Daughters Andrew P. Munson Mable Conger Ray Starry

Colfax Circle Rebekah Lodge Meeting Planned

Colfax Circle of Grove City Rebekah Lodge will meet Thursday at 2 p.m. with Mrs. Charles Dye supervising.

Colfax Circle Grove City Rebekah Lodge Charles Dye

Linnette Four-H Club Plans Oct Potluck Supper

Linnette Four-id-Rosalie Sie mer hosted the Linnette Four-H club last week. Plans for a potluck supper are set for Oct 28 at the Marion rural school. Families of club members will be invited. Menu committee includes Rosalie Siemer Marlene Barns and Margaret Wolfe. Entertainment committee members are Londa Hutchins Darlene Dostal and Mary Ann Dye.

Linnette Four

Marion chest drive totals reach 2350 in cash and pledges

Mrs. Charles H. Sweet Marion Community Chest secretary reported Saturday that 2350 has been received in cash and pledges to date. Marion’s quota for the drive is 6250.

Charles H. Sweet Marion

OOP Club Meeting on Health Program Tuesday

The OOP Club will meet with Mrs. S A Fontaine Tuesday at 8 p.m. The program Our Social Obligation for Good Health will be presented by Mrs. F S Skinner.

O.O.P. Club O.P S. A. Fontaine F. S. Skinner

Marketing class at Marion high school evening session

The Marion adult agricultural study class meets Monday at 8 p.m. in the vocational agricultural room of the high school. Bruno Rinas of the faculty leads the session titled Marketing. Coffee and doughnuts will be served after the class.

Marion Bruno Rinas Marion High School

PTA Contest Winners Named in Marion Association Drive

The Marion PTA announced Saturday the winners of the membership contest. Lincoln second grade led by Phyllis M. Cox, Emerson fourth grade led by Ivadell Carpenter, and Irving second grade led by Maurine Augustine each won $1 prizes for largest membership in their buildings. The PTA now has 412 members. cards will be returned to parents Monday.

PTA Marion Parent- Teacher Association Lincoln Phyllis M. Cox Emerson Ivadell Carpenter Irving Maurine Augustine Coe College Don Burrelson Marion Republicans Sorg Linn County Volunteers Stevenson Second Avenue SE Vinton M. J. Barnes Tipton Independence Marion Manchester Maquoketa Monticello Ana‘mosa Decorah Aia Cresco Jaycees Girl Scout Troop 11 Decorah

Mrs. Allen Hosts Agnes Gaffney in Emmet Visit

Mrs. Agnes Gaffney of Emmet Nebraska is visiting her sister-in-law Mrs. Ed H. Allen.

Small house for rent with immediate possession

Quiet property available now for adults. Contact 985J for details and viewing.

Sacred Heart Circle to Meet at St Joseph’s Church

The Sacred Heart circle of St. Joseph’s Catholic church will meet Thursday evening with hostess assistance from Mrs. Joseph Huerter Mrs. Robert Colby Mrs. William Frasher and Mrs. Robert Black.

Sacred Heart Circle St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Joseph Huerter Robert Colby William Frasher Robert Black

Marion Canton and LAPM hold midweek practice meeting

Marion Canton 7 and the LAPM plan an 8 p.m. Wednesday practice in the I.O.C.F. hall. The event targets local members and unknown attendees, focusing on coordination and skill drills.

Band Boosters Meet in Lincoln Building Monday

The Marion i Band Boosters will meet Monday at 7 30 in the Lincoln Building to discuss upcoming events and support for the band program.

Marioni Lincoln

Hudnut home permanent refill with free Creme Rinse

Sorg Drug advertises a home permanent refill offer for Hudnut products including a free Creme Rinse. The ad promotes convenience and adds a complimentary rinse with purchase.

Hudnut

Ameigo Club to Meet for Luncheon Tuesday

The Ameigo club will meet with Mrs. W. B. Sebern Tuesday at 1 p.m. for luncheon. Mrs. George Reichard will present the program.

Ameigo Club W. B. Sebern George Reichard

Handicraft Club No. 2 Meets Friday at 1 30 P M

The Handicraft Club No. 2 will convene Friday at 1 30 p m with Mrs Norman Adee presiding. The meeting aims to discuss crafts and plan upcoming activities. Members are reminded to bring project materials and evidence of attendance.

Handicraft Club Handicraft Club No Norman Adee

Rev Carl T Wuerffel to Attend Southern Pastoral Conference

The Rev. Carl T. Wuerffel will attend the Southern pastoral conference on Tuesday and Wednesday at Clinton.

Carl T. Wuerffel Clinton

Study Club Meeting Notice

The Wednesday Study club will meet Wednesday evening with Mrs. Cecil R. Page at 1235 Lincoln Drive.

Cecil R. Page Lincoln Drive

Dunkard Cemetery Association to Meet at Robins Church

The Dunkard Cemetery Association will hold its annual meeting in the basement of Robins church on October 27. A picnic supper will precede the business session and all interested persons are invited.

Pastors Picnic Ties Northeast Iowa Clergy Family Eve

The Rev and Mrs Richard Goins host a pastors picnic at the parsonage for ministers of Christian churches from northeast Iowa and their families Monday evening.

Richard Goins Iowa

Cedar Rapids Children theater season tickets on sale

Cedar Rapids Children's Theater offers season tickets for three performances at Coe Auditorium in Marion elementary schools Monday and Tuesday. Priced at 1 dollar, tickets admit Prince Swineherd on Saturday Pinocchio on January 31 and Hansel and Gretel at a later date. All shows in Coe auditorium.

Children’s Theater The Cedar .Rapids Marion Coe Auditorium

Garden Club Meet Set With McBride Ladies

The West Marion Garden Club will meet with Mrs. George McBride and Mrs. Melvin McBride on Wednesday at 2 p.m. in their hosting homes.

West Mar‘ion

Centennial Encampment Picnic Meeting Called Monday

Members of the Centennial Encampment No 91 1CCF and the auxiliary will meet at 6 30 PM in the hall for a picnic. Meetings will follow after the picnic.

1.C.C.F

Camp Fire Leaders Meet in Marion District Council

The Lead ers and Sponsors Association of the Marion district council Camp Fire Girls and Blue Birds will meet at the library Tuesday at 1 30. All leaders are urged to be present with Mrs Alfred Welper in charge of the program.

Association of the Marion District Council of Camp Fire Girls and Blue Birds Alfred Welper

Birthday Luncheon Celebrates Matriarch at Mrs Carroll Roberts Home

Mrs Carroll Roberts of 570 Eighth Avenue hosted a Saturday luncheon at her home to honor the eightieth birthday of her mother. The event marked a family birthday milestone with invited relatives attending.

Carroll Roberts Eighth Avenue

Cary Club Meeting Receives Program by Mrs Perkins

Mrs. Minnie Schenken hosts a gathering with covers for ten as guests include daughters-in-law granddaughters and great grandchildren. The Cary Club will meet Monday at 2 30 with Mrs E V Carey and the program led by Mrs J H Perkins.

Minnie Schenken Cary Club E. V. Carey J. H. Perkins

Tennyson Club to Host Guest Day Party

Members will entertain Tuesday evening at the annual guest day party hosted by Mrs. Hugh Gordon. Serving on the refreshment committee are Mesdames S. F. Cary E. E. Godwin and Carroll Roberts.

Tennyson Club Hugh Gordon Mmes S. F. Cary E. E. Godwin Carroll Roberts

Services Class to Hold Meeting and Install Officers

The Christian church Service class will meet with Mrs J B Emmons Thursday afternoon for a gathering where new officers will be installed.

Christian Church Service J. B. Emmons

Patmos Commandery No. 27 to Confer Order of the Temple

Patmos Commandery No. 27 Knights Templar will confer the order of the Temple Monday at 7:30 p.m. in the Masonic temple.

Patmos Commandery Patmos Commandery No K. T Order of the Temple Masonic Temple

Record Vote Event Prompts Noon Bomb Display in Cedar Rapids

A political event plan includes 12 aerial bombs to herald Senator Richard Nixon's noon arrival by special train in Cedar Rapids. Nixon will speak at 12:20 p.m. at Fourth Street tracks and First Avenue East before departing.

Bryce Fisher John Eichhorn Hel Richard Nixon Celdar Rapids G.O.P Fourth Street First Avenue East

Debates Set in Iowa City on Federal and Highway Policy

First district congressional Republican Thomas E. Martin faces Democrat Clair A. Williams of Danville in a debate on Federal Government policy at 8 p m Tuesday at the Community building. State Rep G M Ludwig of Taffin will debate Democrat Scott Swisher of Iowa City on Iowa highways policy.

Iowa City League of Women Voters Thomas E. Martin Clair A. Williams Danville G. M. Ludwig Taffin Scott Swisher Iowa

Blue-deficient artificial lights discussed

The article notes that many artificial lights are deficient in the blue end of the spectrum, affecting color perception and potential visual comfort. It highlights spectral balance issues and implications for design and human tasks under such lighting.

Rich farmer in Korea joins Turkish allies tale

Jim Merritt, a Korean War veteran with the 25th Infantry Division, describes life 25 miles north of Chunchon. He notes a brigade of about 4,000 Turkish troops nearby and praises both Turkish and ROK soldiers as good-natured, clean, and educated. After a 30 day furlough he will report to Fort Custer Michigan for reassignment.

Coralville Richard Nance Air Force Waco Texas R. F. Hartsock Waukon William Stock Okinawa Earl Stock Williamsburg Ivan I. Cash W. J. Cash 2Nd Infantry Division Korea Sigourney Howard L. Fairchild William Fairchild Wellman Owen C. Bringman Fort Riley Kan Germany New Jersey Tony Bringmans van Horne Clarence Otterman, Jr Kaiserslautern Postville Leo Christofferson San Diego Towa City James E. Bauer European Command Communications Zone France U. S Willis L. Schultz A. W. McDonald Virginia Japan Anamosa Robert P. Byers Marengo Jim Merritt Merritt 25Th Infantry Chunchon Fort Custer, Mich

Free Book on Arthritis And Rheumatism

Free 44 page booklet titled Rheumatism offered by The Ball Clinic Excelsior Springs Missouri. Explains why drugs provide temporary relief and outlines a non surgical non medical treatment with 33 years of success. No obligation. write today for the free material.

Ball Clinic Dept Excelsior Springs Missouri

Navy and Marine Leave Notices From Across States

The bulletin lists service personnel on leave or furlough across multiple towns. BM 2/c spends 17 days with his mother Mrs. Bessie Byers aboard USS Wasp. Granneman earns aviation petty officer first class at Coco Solo Canal Zone. Dean Petersen attends his father Eddie Petersen’s funeral with 15 days leave from Camp Pendleton.

Bessie Byers Byers Navy Wasp Hawkeye Ralph Granneman Coco Cola Canal Zone Mary Fern Foot Oxford Junction Dean Petersen Camp Pendleton Eddie Petersen Wyoming Dale Petersen Marchfield Riverside Calif Martin Petersen Anamosa Arnold Bickford Alce New Mexico Middle Amana Norman Metz Alaska Camp Carson Colo. Calmar Rosemary Houdek Koera Japan Fred Houdek Fort Leavenworth Kan Greeley Eldon Koeneke California George Koeneke Henry Dose Colo Wayne Heuchelin Air Force al Heuchelin

Homecoming Plans at Dubuque U Highlight Weekends Events

The University of Dubuque announces a homecoming weekend starting Thursday with the first all-school production at 8 15 p m in Campus Lane theater. Friday features a homecoming assembly and bonfire, followed by a snake dance downtown and back to the hill. Saturday hosts the homecoming parade at 10 a m with visiting bands and the Spartans vs Central College Dutchmen at 1 30 p m. Monticello high school band performs at halftime.

Dubuque University of Dubuque Campus Lane Chalmers University University Spartans Central College Dutchmen Pella Monticello High School

Effigy Mound Puzzle Probed By Scientists

Archeologists led by Paul Beaubien of the National Parks Service investigate the Say Magill mound group near McGregor Iowa. The 96 mounds on a four acre terrace lie near the Mississippi seven miles south of McGregor. Excavation aims to uncover why prehistoric people buried their dead and built large effigy and linear mounds away from villages. The area is remote with dense woods and swampy terrain, accessible only on foot.

Margery Goergen McGregor Henry O. Talle Decorah Effigy Mounds National Monument Talle W. J. Kennedy Wilfred D. Logan Magill Beaubien Bob Kile Duane Collins

Say Magill mounds excavations reveal red ochre and trade links

Archaeologists report three Say Magill mounds yielded human remains, ceremonial blades, copper beads, and red ochre layers suggesting distant sourcing. Beaubien notes possible transfer from Michigan by canoe and recent finds may lead to park service preservation near Effigy Mounds.

Traer Lions Campaign Supports Boy Scouts Fund Drive

Dr. F. E. Brutsman and L. C. Hursh co chair the Traer Lions fund drive for the Boy Scouts of Traer and Tama district. A one day campaign Tuesday starts with a 7 o'clock breakfast in the library basement.

TRAER F. E. Brutsman L. C. Hursh Traer Lions Club Boy Scouts of Tama Tall Corn

Words Wonderful Christmas Book at Ward’s Store

Ward’s advertises a wide selection of smokers’ needs dress shirts billfolds and camera outfits. A doll sled or electric train will delight children and tree ornaments and lights add yuletide decor. Free copy of Wards gift filled Christmas Book available to browse and plan purchases.

Yuletide

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