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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 06, 1941

Page

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Courts See Rush Of Filing For September Term

A flood of petitions filled district court Friday as the final filing day for the September term closed. Divorces dominate the docket with claims from Ruth Whittenbaugh, Mary Carne, James Dee, Vada Lekin, Blanche Caldwell, Alta Franks, and others. Civil actions include Colgate Palmolive versus Wendell Gatto and multiple judgments sought against various defendants.

Ruth E. Whittenbaugh Willis R. Whitten Russell Carne Mary £. Carne Kohaka Dubuque Mary E. Dee James E. Dee Iowa City Vada Rose Lekin Thomas Henry Lekin Blanche Caldwell Robert Caldwell Linn County Alta Franks Laurance Franks Colgate Palmolive Peet Company Wendl Gatto E Liddle George R. Liddle Pioneer Insurance Ee L. D. Burkhalter Agency

Radio and TV Time Schedules From Regional Programs

Radio Cedar Rapids audience will hear a half hour of music with WMT at 9 p.m. Tonight. The Quiz Kids offer more entertaining answers on National Barn Saturday 7 to 8 p.m. with WLS and WH. The Sunset Corners Symphony and Jane Owen perform with the Pardner sisters and Range Busters from Holly. Bob Hope appears on Hedda Hopper week of Sept 22. Chester Lauck and Mrs. Lauck celebrate fifteenth anniversary Sept 1. Henry Busse introduces mute trumpet changing dance history. Waterloo guests heard on Tavern on the Green broadcast.

Cedar Rapids Cop Lee Lee WMT Frank Vigneau Fred Kreitzer WLS Bob Hope Hedda Hopper Miss Hopper American Legion Judy Chester Lauck Lum Abner Henry Busse Waterloo

Honor Dinner For Graves and MacVane In Baltimore

A bridal dinner at the Roosevelt hotel honored Miss Patricia Graves and Dr. William L. MacVane II of Baltimore ahead of their Saturday wedding. Hosts Mr. and Mrs. Roy E. Choate welcomed out of town guests and bridal party in the Lincoln and Jefferson rooms as white bouquets brightened the setting. Friends and relatives, including Mrs. Owen N. Elliott and Mrs. Willis Graves, attended the evening with music and dancing continuing late.

Patricia Graves William Leslie MacVane II Baltimore Roosevelt Hotel Roy E. Choate Choate Lincoln and Jefferson Owen N. Elliott Vernon Drive E. W. Te Blake Boulevard Paul Hargrit Indianapolis Betty Lynn Kenneth Adair Nancy Lee Willis N. Graves Logan Charles M. Daniel Terre Haute Ind Dr. MacVane William Leslie MacVane Portland Charles Daniels Edward LaPlante O. H. Daniel Sinclair Lavenue SE

Bride Elect Velda Stallman Honored at Shower Party

A shower party Friday in the Gas company Glow room honored Miss Velda Stallman of Fairfax, bride elect. Prizes for banco were won by Mesdames Walter Krohn Amos Thompson and Vernon Schrader who later gave the gifts to the bride elect. Thirty five included. The wedding will take place Sept 17 in Fairfax.

Marjorie Towers Monica Kennedy Velda Stallman Fairfax Banco Walter Krohn Amos Thompson Vernon Schrader

Mrs H B Strang Returns From Midwestern Trip

Returning Thursday after a week in Kansas City Tulsa and Oklahoma City was Mrs H B Strang of 1801 Washington Avenue SE.

Kansas City Tulsa Oklahoma City H. B. Strang Washington Avenue

Pinochle Club Honors Eight Here at Rhodes Home

Mrs Roscoe Rhodes hosted eight members of her pinochle club on Thursday Prizes were won by Mesdames Edith Kellerman Rhuben Leinbaugh Rhodes and Leo Smith.

Roscoe Rhodes Daniels Street Edith Kellerman Rhuben Leinbaugh Rhodes Leo Smith

Mind Your Manners Mind Your Manners

A quiz on correct social usage asks if soldiers should write thank you letters for gifts at camp and whether a soldier or his girl should initiate more frequent correspondence. It also covers etiquette for visiting a camp and appropriate dress, with suggested answers indicating that writing thanks is proper and that overfamiliar displays are discouraged.

Mae Glly Sue of Cunty Lovers Pete Nig Fm

Miss Katherine Zisko to Wed Dr Everett R Maresh in Detroit

The ceremony will unite Miss Katherine Zisko and Dr Everett R Maresh of Detroit this Sunday. The bridal dinner will be hosted by Dr and Mrs Reginald Maresh at their home 1919 Ellis Boulevard NW on Saturday. Bryant Miss Flora Fleming Gordon Meyers and Lieut and Mrs. are mentioned in the report.

Katherine Zisko Everett R.maresh Detroit Reginald Maresh Ellis Boulevard Bryant Flora Fleming Gordon Meyers

Couple Feted At Shower For Sept Wedding At C S P Hall

Miss Marcella Peckar and William Kristan, set to wed September 18, were honored at a shower in the C S P S hall. Hosts were their mothers Mrs John Peckar and Mrs Joseph Kristan with helpers Mrs Joseph Kristan Jr Frank Tvridik Sedenka and Mary Mentzer assisting.

Marcella Peckar William Kristan C. S. P. S. Hall John Peckar Joseph Kristan Frank Tvridik Sedenka Mary Mentzer

Missionary Society Votes to Raise $1200 by Pledges

Sixty five members of the women committee voted to raise $1200 by individual pledges for the support of Mrs.

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Miss Marianne Foushee Honored at Shower

Miss Marianne Foushee will wed Kenneth Heefner on September 23. Miss Mary Scanlan and Miss Marguerite Scanlan hosted a shower at the Roosevelt hotel with guests Mardel McGinn Betty Davenport Beverly Hoese Jean Neary Peggy Neary Marge Hogan Betty Starman Margaret Ann Vaughin and Barbara Muetzel.

Mary Marguerite Scanlan Sixth Avenue SE Roosevelt Hotel Marianne Foushee Kenneth Heefner Mardel McGinn Betty Davenport Beverly Hoese Jean Neary Peggy Neary Marge Hogan Betty Starman Margaret Ann Vaughin Barbara Muetzel

Jolly Gift Club Hosts Meeting At Mrs Larson Home

Thirteen members attended the Jolly Gift club meeting at Mrs. Rose Larson's residence, 3020 D avenue NE. Prizes in rummy went to Mrs. Carl C. Jacobsen and Mrs. Wil Cobsen, 3112 D avenue NE.

Jolly Gift Club Rose Larson D Avenue NE Carl C. Jacobsen Wilcobsen

Quilt Pattern Preserves Favorite Geaw in Early Days

In early quiltmaking, the geaw held a favorite place among patterns. Today its enduring appeal remains tied to its distinctive geometry and traditional appeal, with quilters citing its simplicity and historical significance in American textile craft.

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Holbrooks Miss Amidon Conclude East Trip

Mr and Mrs H Holbrooks of Amidon end a trip to the East with remarks before the board of arbitration.

Holbrooks Miss Amidon H. On Amidon The Board of Arbitration

Illiteracy Topic At Missionary Society Meeting

Mrs. Helen Belschner directs attention to the September Lutheran Woman's Work issue as illiteracy tops the society agenda. The group plans a meeting on October 3 at 1 30 p m at 217 Seventeenth Street SE with Mrs Beerkrem.

Mrs Stanek Shower Honors Bride-To-Be

Mrs Stanek was feted at a shower on Thursday at Wells Boxa and Beryl Brookman. Guests included Lester Hach George Hoffner Charles Popper Owen Hardendorf Darwin Robertson Lavona Clark and out of town visitors Mrs Alfred Garnett Mrs Edwin Trachta of Fairfax and Miss Helen Grauer of Lisbon.

Violet Holtz elected president of Pleiades Alumnae

Miss Violet Holtz was chosen president of the Pleiades Alumnae association of Coe college Thursday evening at her home 703 Fourth avenue SE. Other officers include former Jane Davis and Miss Catherine Adams of Miami University Oxford Ohio for the coming year.

Violet Holtz Pleiades Alumnae Association Coe College Fourth Avenue SE Jane Davis Catherine Adams Miami University Oxford Ohio

Ta-Wa-Si Club Plans Sert. 9 Hike and Roast

The Ta-Wa-Si club held its first meeting to organize a hike and wiener roast for Sert. 9. Members discussed outing logistics and assigned tasks to ensure a safe, enjoyable event.

Miami Guests Visit Porter Family Home

Mrs. Hannibal Porter of Miami and her daughter Elizabeth are visiting at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Porter at 1513 Fourth Street NW. They will remain ten days.

Hannibal Porter Miami Elizabeth Mrs. Porter Fourth Street NW

Rummage Sale Planned by Chicago and North Western Club

The Chicago and North Western Woman's club will hold a rummage sale on September 26 at the YWCA. Mrs. C. K. Homan oversees the event with club members assisting.

Chicago and North Western Woman's Club Y.W.C.A C. K. Homan

Mrs Rudy Jasa Hosts Luncheon for 25 at Cold Street

Mrs. Rudy Jasa hosted a luncheon for 25 guests at her home on 1624 Cold Street NE on Wednesday, gathering friends and neighbors for the afternoon event.

Rudy Jasa Cold Stretsm Avenue NE

Three Home After Canoe Trip in North

A trio reaches safety after a canoe trip in northern area with all three occupants unharmed. Official details and location omitted for safety.

Dear Miss I Ask About Winning Him Back

A reader pleads for advice on regaining a lost partner. They ask if forgiveness is possible and if reconciliation with a grandfel is achievable, while noting typical teen rebellion and the desire to restore manhood.

Petain Signaling Lease of African Base to Axis

The Daily Express in London reports Petain may lease an African base to the Axis. The article notes a neutral Mediterranean position and places the base south of Sicily in the central Mediterranean region.

Say Petain Axis Sicily Mediterranean

We Women By Buts Millett Reveals Tricks

Gazette Special Writer explains how one wife elevates her husband’s status by subtle signals and flattery. She avoids public derision and never exposes his faults, using tactful cues to imply his approval and value.

Buts Millett Gazette Joe

Reviewing Stand With Henry McLemore Opinion Mockery of Senate Hollywood Probe

A Chicago本人 column ridicules Senate hearings on Hollywood and the film industry. The writer jokes about investigations, movie stars, and the idea of a senate critic, comparing the ethics of the arts to sports and promising to confront a senator with a bat on a newsreel.

Senate Hollywood Ted Williams

Estate Notice Short and Vague

Notice conveys a probate related action to be handled promptly regarding an estate tied to an individual named William. The fragmentary text references payment or transfer to involved parties and mentions immediacy in settlement. The exact parties, dates, and jurisdiction are unclear.

Edgar A. Guest Poem Exalts Quiet Fishing Practice

The poem laments excessive noise and chatter spoiling fishing and the peace of nature. It contrasts busy talk with solitary time on the stream where a man can pray, reflect, and dream while fishing, regardless of bites.

Local beverage firm explains Cedar Rapids ownership

A fragmented notice from Linn County Iowa outlines a private business registered under Betting Company with principal business in Cedar. The article lists officers Tyrner Turner president Browno vice and E G Turner and mentions stockholders exemptions while noting a ten year term.

Bearnereoan Tee Ig Root Betting Company Cedar Linn County Towa Turner HK. OG Tyrner Oan Heine Browno E. G. Turner Gebdts Sereent & Apaneler Attorners

Radio Schedule Highlights From City Stations

A dense list of broadcast times and programs from stations WMT WGN WHO and WCBS includes dance shows News segments and music programs. Notable entries feature WGN Swing It WMT Dancetime and WLS News with varied airings throughout the day and into the late evening.

W. Herman WMT Elmer Davis Ad B WGN G. Bran Ll. Welk D. Jurgens Chicagoland WLS WHO Sports Arena Afi Chi Mod

Radio Schedule Fragments Paint A Busy Evening

A jumble of times and call signs shows a radio lineup with hosts including Cavalli and Jim Jor. segments feature varied programs on WEN, WMT, WGN, WHO, and others. Notable entries include crime codes, music blocks, and late news.

Jim Jor Busse O WMT Bob Grant R. Nichols G. Wgn A. Nelson W. Osborne

Wiggam Answers On Heredity And Home Sickness

Albert E Wiggam discusses heredity in facial traits citing Brown University study showing ear position passed down for generations and notes some features skip generations. He answers humor about drinking and comments on homesickness reducing morale among soldiers.

Lebow and Swwin Brown University Seof Bern

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