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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1932
Page
2
The social event of the day is a dinner dance at Cedar Rapids Country Club with plans for an enjoyable evening before the upcoming fall and winter season. Proceeds and specifics were not fully listed in the readable text.
Mr and Mrs Thomas C Hayden and their children Barbara and 403 Dunreath drive NE returned Sunday from Lake Vermillion Minnesota where they spent ten days at the end of the second session of summer school at the University of Iowa. He received a master's degree in physical education.
John Vavra, who led the Iowa open go tournament in Des Moines, spent the weekend with his parents Mr. and Mrs. John Vavra before heading back to Chicago.
Mrs H H Brownell and her daughter Miss Grace Brownell of 1403 Second Avenue SE return Monday from Windsor Ontario where they spent the last ten days abroad on a visit.
Mrs. Edward H. Bingham of 1800 Second Avenue SE hosts her sisters Mrs. E. L. Beatie and Mrs. F. L. Allen from Chicago for the Labor Day weekend.
Miss Margaret Zacek daughter of Mrs. Katherine Zacek and Milner Kulhavy were married at Rev F D Chada's home on Saturday at 9 30 am using a double ring rite Attendants were Adolph Procok and his wife The bride wore a white satin gown and carried roses while the groom wore blue satin and pink roses A wedding dinner followed at 1003 Second street SW where the Prococks reside
Mr and Mrs Frank W Barta of 805 Fifth SE hosted Mr Barta s parents in Reoaitretaed on Saturday. Mr Barta heads to Chicago Tuesday to aid the Republican speakers bureau while Mrs Barta stays until October before joining him.
Mrs Frank Christie entertained fifty at 342 Fifteenth Street SE in honor of Miss Christie who is to wed Edward Tehel Jr of Marshalltown. The guests presented many gifts and a mock wedding was the evening's diversion.
Miss Wenedy Smith hosted a picnic for about twenty friends at Bever Park on Friday evening. An out-of-town guest was Marie Anderson of Rudd. Miss Smith plans to leave Monday for Cedar Falls to enter Iowa State Teachers College.
Mrs. Alice Burdyte of 516 Seven teenth street SE has returned home after three weeks visiting her son in law and daughter Mr. and Mrs W W Stark in Waterloo.
Dr and Mrs E L Luglan arrived home Friday evening after an extended journey along the Pacific coast states and Canada.
Miss Adeline Taylor arrived home this weekend after spending two weeks in Colorado. She traveled back with stories of her trip and plans to resume daily activities.
The Elizabeth Gordon circle of the Grande Agape United Presbyterian church will meet Tuesday evening at the home of Mrs A A El-1526 A Avenue NE. Mrs Max Bromwa and Mrs Robert McCune will be assistant hostesses.
The Women circle at Ken wood Presbyterian Church will gather Wednesday at the church. A picnic luncheon at 12 45 will precede the business meeting with all church women invited.
The O E S auxiliary to the Home for the Friendless will meet Wednesday for a picnic luncheon at 1 at the home, 519 Fifteenth street NE. The hostesses, Mrs. Emil dish, will meeting at 2 30 p.m.
The Diamond 760 club will meet with Mrs Paul Vore at 1253 West Avenue Marion on Wednesday afternoon.
The F A U Riders will give a Sede day at 2 30 p m.
Sorority rushing begins with tea socials hosted by Kappa Delta, Delta Delta Delta, Chi Omega, Alpha Xi Delta, and Alpha Gamma Delta. Each event will occur at distinct members’ homes across SE neighborhoods, with rushees spending equal time visiting all houses.
Cedar Rapids notes the marriage of Inez Adamson of Riverside Illinois to Randall Kelly son of L R Kelly of Montour former Cedar Rapids resident. The ceremony occurred at Presbyterian church in Oak Park with family attending and a breakfast served. The couple plans a wedding trip to Wisconsin and Ames and Montour before visiting Cedar Rapids.
Women from Brooklyn Country Club hosted Belle Plaine club members for a morning golf session at the home of Mrs Eleven Belle Plane. SixBrooklyn players and thirty eight luncheon guests gathered after the round, with golf honors noted as a pleasant day overall.
The Modern Woodmen No 145 announces a picnic on September 11 inviting members to bring picnic baskets and their own dishes. Ice cream, pop and coffee will be supplied by the fraternal organization.
Prof. and Mrs. Max Daehler who spent the summer touring Europe are due to land in rooftro early this week and plan to return to Cedar Rapids by the week's end.
L. G. McLucas was surprised at the George Lockhart home for a birthday party. An overall and apron theme had men in overalls and women in aprons as guests danced the evening away with a list of attendees including L. G. Lucas, Thomas Lockhart, Fritz family members, and several Miss Fritz and Lockhart relatives.
Frank Valenta was pleasantly surprised by a Friday birthday gathering. Present were Mr and Mrs Frank Valenta, Mr and Mrs Roman Vecerka, Mr and Mrs Jerry Enere, Mr and Mrs Marshall Free, Mrs William Metela, Mr and Mrs Wilbur Wait, Mr and Mrs Tony, and Mr and Mrs Louis McN.
E Lampman of Cedar, Mrs Ray Beacher, and Miss Helen Miller of Marion attend a birthday gathering at Oakdale on a Thursday. The event honors a person noted as being at Oakdale with friends and neighbors gathering for celebration.
Fire at the Illinois Central warehouse at D avenue and Fifth street NE caused about $200 damage to the siding and west wall. The blaze, of undetermined origin, did not damage the building’s contents.
A Toledo Grain Co building suffered about $7,000 in damage in a fire found at 3 am Monday. Several severe injuries or losses were reported among workers, with insurance involvement noted.
Portland Oregon prepares to host the 14th annual American Legion convention from September 13 to 15 with 30 national officers arriving. National Commander Henry L Stevens Jr is expected to attend the dedication of the Legion's war memorial in San Francisco on Saturday.
Laverne Fletcher a lifeguard at the local beach sustained lacerations to the right ankle when Merritt Allen’s car struck a motorcyclist on West Main Street. Forrest Rose rode as a passenger in the Allen vehicle. Fletcher was hurled against the radiator. the motorcyclist and another occupant escaped injury.
Glenn Dickinson 16 of 620 Sum vest investigation of intoxication and for an attempted car start near Third street SE. Patrolman Louvar nabbed him after a chase with Richter of 919 Tenth street SE and Meyers near Fourth avenue SE. Dickinson was turned over to Patrolman Louvar.
Funeral services for C. O. Ryan mayor of Eldora and father of Ethel Ryan of Coe college were held Sunday afternoon. Ryan died of monoxide gas on Friday. Attending from Cedar Rapids were Mr. and Mrs. Harry M. ? and Mrs. C. Hickok, Mrs. C. W. Perkins and the Misses Ruth and Addie.
J. E. Sullivan left Saturday night for Milwaukee Wisconsin. John Molnar 23 of H Street SW was arrested at 140 a m in the jail on a disturbing the peace charge by fighting.
The September session of the city plan commission was postponed to a later date after last minute changes directed by the chairman. No July or August meetings occurred as plans were adjusted and rescheduled.
The Rev. Nelson C. Dreier pastor of the First Congregational church will speak at the state leadership training institute to be held in Marshalltown Monday and Tuesday. Mrs Henry Milligan and Dr Anna Smith supervise women workers in the local unit and will assist in the event.
A birth is recorded for Mrs. Le eat a Te of Wa ot oan at St. Ike’s hospital.
Sterlee Long, a 14 year old from Cedar Rapids, discovers her father Dr. Lang Long who had separated from her mother at birth. He had sought custody in Oklahoma and elsewhere, and Sterlee learns of two step sisters as she travels to California to reunite with him after years apart.
The Oxley family held a Sunday reunion at Thomas Park with a dinner for 51 attendees. Officers elected were C. Oxley as vice president, Howland as secretary and treasurer, and Harley Ives. The group agreed to meet again the first Sunday in September at the same park.
Six graduates plan to attend colleges and universities this fall. Catherine Cooper Catherine Crane Bernice Singer and Marian Busby will study at Coe College Cedar Rapids. David Klink Marvin Ider Bob Hutchison Jennings Hotchkiss and Elliott Hutton will attend Miller to Grin to Ames and Townsend Teachers College at Cedar.
Mr and Mrs P P Churchill and their daughters Norma and Beth finish a short visit with Marion relatives and return to St Paul Monday. Mrs Church ill s parents and Mrs C H Comport of M will accompany for a month long visit at the Churchill home and the homes of their sons in Minneapolis and Superior.
Guests Sunday at Mr. and Mrs. T. Murray included Mr. and Mrs. Harry Shelton and Mr. John Stoneburner with son Bobbie from Dubuque, Mrs. Albert Elliott and Hanscom, Miss Verna Davis, Mr. Mercer Wayhkomer and son Kay Moynerdeng Jr., and Mrs. Charles Benedict from Marion.
Mr and Mrs Robert Hibner Sunday returned to their home in Chi after visits in cage v the W J Goodyear and George Hibner homes for two weeks.
The Rainbow Ladies Aid Society of the Methodist Church will meet Wednesday at 2 30 pm. Mrs Robert and Mrs H P Lockwood and Mrs James Bromwell will serve as assisting hostesses.
Mr and Mrs Sam Shanklin and Mrs Clarence Reiter joined a Sun dance in Newel as Sundedddes to a local weekend event. The notice notes community turnout and symbolic acts amid a small rural gathering.
Mrs W A Hanscom has returned after a visit with relatives in Rochester.
The Endeavor division of the Methodist church will meet Wednesday at the home of Mrs. O Miller 1440 Avenue for a luncheon. Members will follow the usual planned requirements.
Tye Sysaeli plans a meeting on Tuesday at 7 PM at Uhh Eeeney. The event invites participants to discuss ongoing matters and confirm attendance.
Clyde Carsner and E Babcock are spending a day on a fishing trip. Details about location and companions are not provided in the fragment.
Robert Smith traveled from Chicago and visited the M. J. Flanigan residence. The event highlights Smith's engagement with local hosts and regional ties.
Miss Vivien Ruth Smith of 720 Fifth Avenue is undergoing nurse training at St Luke's Hospital this month.
An item notes a dwelling at 176 Tenth Street associated with Mrs. Lilian Smith and a labor day time frame. The readable fragment mentions Dwinnley Leg trywll ing and a home setting.
A local gathering in Viola honored William Dunlap of Mount Vernon Ohio visiting sister Mrs. Rebecca Gordon and celebrated Mrs. J H Stewart of Marvel's birthday. Attendees included Doris Newhard James Meyer, Mrs. Ralph Stewart, Rebecca Gordon, William Dunlap, Merle Stewart and daughters Frances Eleanor, and son Clarence.
An informal open house will honor Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Applegate on their golden anniversary. Dr. and Mrs. R. E. Lehdigh host at 1205 Tenth Street with hours from 3 to 5 p m and 8 to 10 p m on Tuesday for friends.
The Loyal division of the Ladies Aid of the Marion Methodist Church announces a picnic dinner. Details on date and serving arrangements are to be provided by organizers.
Mr and Mrs Charles Benedict entertained at dinner Saturday in honor of Bud Benedict who will soon be on leave for Oakland California to make his home with his comae law and daughter. Attending were Mr and Mrs th and Mr and Mrs Roy Houser and their son Hoy of Marion.
Dat Rome between the Marion Merchants and the Mechanicsville team will be played Monday at Mechanicsville. Tuesday, Marion will play the Springville team at Springville.
The Conn encampment No. 91 I O F schedules a meeting Monday night at 8 at the Odd Fellows hall with related events at the Masonic temple. Marion Merchants beat William Dipple of Sioux City during a visit to Marion relatives and a procession to a home event. Commandery No. 27 plans 7:30 gathering.
Mrs arrives in day with her Miss Hazel Ross of Oskaloosa. The fragmentary note mentions a household visit by Hazel Ross, placing the event in Oskaloosa.
In a tense scene a robber confronts a victim declaring a desperate claim about a watch. Police conduct investigations as residents fear further crime in the otherwise peaceful community.
A couple, after engine trouble forces them to seek shelter in a land hunter's cabin, confronts danger when a neighborly trust turns tense. Judy resolves to ask Stan for freedom upon returning home next day as secrets surface.
Judy asks Stan for a divorce as she and Nick face the consequences of their forbidden affair. He agrees but battles with pride and fear of scandal while Judy plans to manage the situation to protect both their reputations.
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