Marion teachers accept two weeks pay cut in school year
Marion teachers vote to reduce salaries by amounts that total a two week pay cut for the coming year. The group notes contracts anticipated reductions but says sacrifices are needed while promising no drop in teaching quality. Superintendent C A Vernon had already taken a $30 monthly cut. A Veterans of Foreign Wars band concert and a state police chiefs’ course are also mentioned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. B. Vernon
Marion
Iowa
American Legion
Veterans of Foreign Wars Band of
Cedar Rapids
The
Guardian
Fred Lang
Marion Linn
J. J. Ives
J. T. Gallivan
Linn
No. 900
Order of DeMolay
Masonic Temple
C. R
U. S
H. R. Livingston
St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church
Marion Named and Surveyed Ninety Three Years Ago
Grace C Koppenhaver recounts Marion Iowa birth in 1839 about naming and surveying the town by Francis Marion's namesake. Early settlers such as W K Farnsworth James Preston and others faced prairie fires and lack of roads while building taverns stores a post office and churches. The article notes early schools churches newspapers lodges rail connections banks and a 4321 population.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion
Francis Marion
William K. Farnsworth
Marion Institute
Linn County
W. K. Farnsworth
Isbell’s Grove
Irish Hill
James
Preston
Prior Scott
Luman Strong
Bassett
Rufus Lucore
John 5. Berry
James Willis
Hosea Gray
John Margrave
Aaron Moriarty
James and Henderson Smith
Samuel Ross
Henry Thompson
Ephriam T. Lewis
A. B. Mason
James Blackman
Brodies
Levericks
Lyman Strong
Martindale
David Woodbridge
Charles A. Jacoy
Addison Daniels
Drs. S. H. Tyron
W. Tailor
James Cummins
Women’s Federated Clubs to convene at library auditorium
The Women's Federated Clubs meet in the library auditorium Tuesday at 2 30 p m Mrs J M Walters of this city will deliver the address.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. M. Walters
Grove City
Rebekah Lodge
Marion Merchants Host Manchester Team at Legion Park
The Marion Merchants baseball squad meets Manchester at Legion Park Sunday at 2 30 p m. E J Esgate to return from a two week Washington DC visit with daughters Helen Edith and son Arthur. The older boys and girls conference set for Oct 17 with details to follow. Marionette Four H plans a picnic supper at Thomas Park Monday at 6 30 p m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion Merchants
Manchester
Legion Park
E. J. Esgate
Helen
Edith Esgate
Arthur Esgate
Washington, D. C
Marionette Four H
Thomas Park
Local visitors bid farewell before weekend departures
Shelton Greer and his son Jimmy returned to Houston after a week with his parents Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Greer and Marion friends. Bobby and Dorothy Runkle of Anamosa stayed with grandparents Mr. and Mrs. A. B. Black. La Verna Titus left Saturday for Mount Vernon to start her sophomore year at Cornell College.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shelton Greer
Jimmy
Houston
Tex
Mrs. W. J. Greer
Marion
Bobby
Dorothy Runkle
Anamosa
Mrs
A. B. Black
la Verna Titus
Mount Vernon
Cornell College
Marion High elects class officers. sponsors named
All but freshmen at Marion High School elected class officers last week. Senior officers: Galen McDouglass president, Reva Nelson vice president, Mary Lockwood secretary, Melvin Dykes treasurer. sponsor Mrs. Ina Bragg. Junior officers: L. Melvin Oldfather president, Warren Hunter vice president, Allen King secretary, George Oxley treasurer. sponsor Miss Vera Wood. Sophomore officers: Joseph Burrows president, Donovan Goodyear vice president, Robert Widger secretary, Ruth Murphey treasurer. sponsor Miss Ruth Rummins. Enrollment reaches 342, the largest yet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion High School
Ina Bragg
Galen McDouglass
Reva Nelson
Mary Lockwood
Melvin Dykes
Hervey Shutts
L. Melvin Oldfather
Warren Hunter
Allen King
George Oxley
Vera Wood
Joseph Burrows
Donovan Goodyear
Robert Widger
Ruth Murphey
Ruth Rummens
Kramers Celebrate 59th Wedding Anniversary in Marion
Mr. and Mrs. Z. T. Kramer of Marion marked their fifty ninth anniversary with a noon picnic and telegram from sons Bert and the city. He is 82 and she 78. both in good health as neighbors and relatives send greetings and attend related local events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Z. T. Kramer
Marion
Bert
Mr. Kramer
Mrs. Kramer
Marion Farm Bureau to entertain business menThursday program
The Marion Township Farm Bureau hosts a Thursday program with refreshments. Talks by Roscoe Blinks Iowa Master Farmer 1932 Willis C Sheets former Linn County agent andFour H club girls plus a play by Prairie Chapel Methodist young people and music. C B F Michel leads with Carl Wallace Harley Erwin J W Frazee and Carl Michel assisting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion Township
Aogram
Prairie Chapel
Harley Erwin
J. W. Frazee
Carl Michel
New York Photographer Opens Studio In Marion
Harry C. Lansell of New York has opened a studio in Marion after purchasing the Ellison studio. He previously worked with the Victor Talking Machine Co. in photography and sales. Lansell offers handpainted porcelain miniatures, horotypes with gold backgrounds, and plans to operate from his Cedar Rapids boyhood roots, living with his mother while Mrs. Lansell joins later.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ellson
Lansell
Harry C. Lansell
New York
Ellison
C. C. Ellison
Victor Talking Machine Company
Ceuane
Marion
Mr. Lansell
Cedar Rapids
Grapes Are Ripe in Good Things to Eat Ad
The Gazette Want Ad column promotes ripe grapes for sale in the Good Things to Eat section. Advertisement text highlights availability and bidding options for fresh fruit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Gazette
Dry Creek Clubs Host Annual Wiener Roast Picnic
The Dry Creek Agriculture and Literary club hosted a wiener roast for 75 members and guests of the Woman's Progressive club in the Jesse Wilson pasture. The event is an annual gathering with both groups in attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dry Creek
United Brethren Church Celebrates 60th Anniversary
The United Brethren church of Toledo marks its sixtieth anniversary with a homecoming for former pastors and lay members. The event highlights the church’s long history and community role in Toledo Iowa.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Brethren
Toledo
Ins
United Brethren Church of Toledo
Halambek Sisters to Debut in Violin and Vocal Recital
The Halambek sisters Joan and Jeanne will appear at Coe College chapel for a joint benefit recital by St. Ludmila's church. Joan studies Latin, algebra, and violin with teachers Zukowsky and White, and both girls receive early vocal and instrumental training.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Halambek
Coe College Chapel
St. Ludmila’s
Joan
Alexander Zukowsky
Chicago Symphony
Roderick White
Ruggiero Ricci
Yehudi Menuhin
Pacific
Jeanne
St. Joseph's
Los Angeles
Pacific Coast
Kraschel Speaks at Atkins Celebration
Harlan Democratic nominee for lieutenant governor ATKINS N G Kraschel spoke to about 1 000 people at the Atkins day celebration. He assailed state and national administrations for urging Iowa bankers to buy foreign bonds while noting banks held such assets. He blamed tariff walls for triggering reciprocal tariffs harming trade. Wal ter Hutchison introduced Kraschel as Linn county Democratic chairman. The day featured Atkins band and stunt flying by Cedar Rapids pilots Bob Nelson and Bob Strait.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atkins
N. G. Kraschel
Harlan
Iowa
Kraschel
Walter R. Hutchison
Linn County Democratic
Bob Nelson
Bob Strait
Cedar Rapids
Newhall
Local auxiliary and DAR chapters hold meetings and elect officers
Strawberry Point Auxiliary Unit No 218 met in Inger Park on Tuesday. Bertha Kleinlein reported on the county meeting due Oct. 11. Delegates to the Independence district convention were Louise Gipper and Bertha Kleinlein. Officers elected: President Anna Preston, senior vice president Bertha Kleinlein, secretary Florence Courtnage, treasurer Edith Bowman, historian Campbell, chaplain Gusta Hamlett, sergeant at arms Nettie Jenkins. Mary Knight chapter DAR met at Independence with Mrs. Emma Hood. readings by Ruth Galle ntine and Miss Helene Harwood. Attendees included Harriet Harwood, Ollie Cole, Edith Matthews, Lucy Kramer, Lucile Dunfrund, Kate Hebron, Miss Mary Scofield, Amy Gilelm. guests Miss Lake and Mrs. Spangler, Mrs. Hamnah Scofield, Miss Helen Buckley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Inger Park
Bertha Kleinlein
Independence
Louise Gipper
Anna Preston
Florence Courtnage
Edith Bowman
Blanche
Campbell
Gusta Hamlett
Nettie Jenkins
Mary Knight
Daughters of the American Revolution
Emma Hood
Lucy Kramer
Ruth Gallentine
Edgar Guest
Helene Harwood
Harriet Lake
Mesdames
Harriet Harwood
Ollie Cole
Edith Matthews
Lucile Dunfrund
Floyd Bertram Birthday Honor Sparks Friday Gathering
Friends surprised Floyd Bertram Friday evening to celebrate his birthday, with lively remarks and warm wishes during a casual gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bertram
Floyd
September Term Opens Monday With Court and Equity Sessions
The September term opens Monday with law at 9 a.m. followed by equity at 1 30 p.m. Grand jurors named for 1932 include J W Brown Springville J M Hutchinson Cedar Rapids George Laird Cedar Rapids A W Lindahl Jackson township A P Munson Marion B H Neal Linn township Dan Ossman Grant township L E Parkyn Fairfax township Walter E Quaas Otter Creek township S S O Stamy Monroe township Frank Thompson Spring Grove township and J F Wager Maine township.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Jury
J. W. Brown
Springville
J. M. Hutchinson
Cedar Rapids
George Laird
As W. Lindahl
Jackson Township
A. P. Munson
Marion
B. H. Neal
Linn Township
Dan Ossman
Grant Township
L. E. Parkyn
Fairfax Township
Walter E. Quaas
Otter Creek Township
Earlville Couple to Wed in Washington Sept 1
Miss Helen Michaels daughter of Mr and Mrs George W Brown of Washington will marry Rev R Maynard Bell son of Mr and Mrs Frank Bell of Earlville on September 1 in Washington. After September 15 they will live in Preston where the bridegroom serves as Methodist pastor and he is a Cornell Mount Vernon graduate. Mrs Ben Holscher was elected president of the W F M S of the Methodist church with officers including Mrs Henry Bergman Ruth Kraus Maude Marley W I Millen W J McMillin and Roy Koeneke.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helen Michaels
George W. Brown
Washington
R. Maynard Bell
Frank Bell
Earlville
Preston
Methodist
Cornell
Mount Vernon
Ben Holscher
Methodist Church
Henry Bergman
Ruth Kraus
Maude Marley
W. I. Millen
W. J. McMillin
Roy Koeneke
Beauty Parlor Directory and Services
Classified listing shows multiple beauty parlors and services with phone numbers and prices. Ads include permanent waves, manicures, and beauty school offerings such as permanents and wave tests. Addresses and rates vary by shop and service.
Upholstering and furnace repair services listed
The notice advertises upholstering refinishing prices and furniture repair. It also offers furnace repairs and cleaning, new furnaces, chimney cleaning, general hauling, rubbish removal, and boiler making. Local dial numbers are provided for each service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ave
Hawkeye Tin Shop
W Holland Furnace CO
Gaz't. Andrew
Dial
Yes We Grind Lawn Mowers at Russell’s Store
Local shop at 111 2nd Ave specializes in mower sharpening and lawn care services while promoting good cutlery sales. The premise at 22246 advertises durable tools and practical home goods to customers in the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Russell
2Nd Ave
Aggressive sales ad seeks male help for instant work openings
Classified notice advertises immediate sales and framing roles at a million-dollar firm. It promises rapid advancement for a male applicant and mentions a need for a sales ally, with references and first-letter hints requested. The text includes disjointed product pitches and scattered contact cues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
American Art Works, Inc
Coshocton
Mendas
Roosa
Bullaine
Salesmen Wanted Across Various Locations
Classified employment notices seek male help sales workers and representation for shirts, ties, hosiery, and coffee routes. Listings promise good pay, bonuses, no investment, and permanent income with opportunities in Lynchburg, Blair Laboratories, Des Moines, Kokomo, Chicago, and New York.
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Care Gazette
Sietoa
All America
Absolute
Tely
Aoey Hescae
Carlton Mills
Fifth Ave
Terri Car
J. Robinson
Adams
Des Moines
OTIVE
AUTOM
Liberal Commission
Kokomo
Ind
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Marion News
Charles A. Patten
Couroe
Dubuque
Grace C. Koppenhaver
James Logan
Biesicker Monument
Court House
Mr. Ingham
Presbyterian Church
J. Stockel
Mary Ross
Baptists
Elihu Ives
Church of Christ
McConnell
Marion Lodge
A. F
A. M
William Te
Osceola Lodge
I. M. Preston
Noble Grand
Dubuque Southwestern
Sabula, Ackley and
Dakota
Indian Creek
Richard Thomas
Hiram Beales
First National Bank
Joseph Mentzer
George Cone
Cone
Porter Earl
Hallwood Cafe
Z. T. Kramers
Edward Manson
Tuckabache Club
Anna Jordan
George Wolfe
Philadelphia
Lincoln
Ned
Letty Williams
Marion Shakespeare Club
H. G. Stitzel
Mother’s Club
Stitzel
Marion Lions Club
Rural Garden Club
Ee A. Barnett
Paul Whelet
Nat Bes den
Rheds
Wayne
Christian Church
Christian Endeavor
Annie Laura Davidson
J. M. Wright
Iowa Anti-Saloon League
Free Methodist
Hervey
Bernadine Sies
Gerald Gordon
Davenport
Thusia Davis
Clement Bausch
Preeport
Ill
Ami Allen
Chicago
Harold Peck
Lester Peck
Arthur O’leary
Mattie Lassen
Ladies Aid Society
Carrie Reichert
Gleaners Division
Thomas
Dry Creek Agriculture and Literary Club
Memorial Hall
Norris Stewart
Capella Blue Birds
Marion Farm Bureau
Joan and
Jeanne Halamicek
Strawberry Point
Oakland
ESSEX
Hudson
Nash Victoria
Hudson Brougham
Bastm
C. BR. Hudson-Essex CO
S.E
Lillian Ludy
16Th Ave
Evelynth
Peent Ee
Newman’s
Beaure
Sid
Beauty
Paris Academy of Beauty
Handy Man
Pauls Place
5Th Ave
Erienced Dressmaker
Renee
Chi'3
Camantien
Eceteneet
Cazette Wat
AI AD
Memoriam
James L. Jakubec
7Th St. NW
Loop Dist
Gazette Want Ad Dept
Mike
Irl
Business College
the Gazette
Kissich's
Ee St. NE
Parker Duofold
Richards College Pharmacy
Messinger
M. Scheer
Mfg
Rite Landwind E
Mullin
Iowa City
Bam Plesee Write Cyphers Card Co
Pearl
Buffalo
N. Y
Fitchburg
Mass
Pickwick
Dept
Ft. Wayne
Cincin
Diamonds Town Loan Co
H. L. Feiereisen
California
Racine
Yvan Going
Cleveland
Ohio
Bent Kenwood
St. Paul
Duluth
Herford
Fourth Ave
New York City
Aera
Samadon
West
Washington &I
Rodasi Bidg
Cincinnati
Rapid Employment Agency
Deep River
Ik, Pvt-Piiergan
Pee Sesset St
Bass
17Th St
Swisher
Strait and Hismbassadors
New Ne
Ball Gs Rapids
Kingville
Clyde Grand Ben Lincoln Park
Gunee Mokreis Orchestra
Tt Marceis
Fire Cry Cry Company
Roosecliff
Broadway
N.Y
Runkel Bros., Inc
Bisees
Hick & Co
Wabash
eCannon Company
Wironea, Giese LL
Elmira
Gascenies
I. L. Rhodes
Dieton
Dept. Mill
St. Louis
Bluebird Studios
Albert Mitts
Megr
Monmouth
Big Money
Herndon
Ago
Mentee
Michigan
Scientific
Sycamore
Tria
Ana Eeers
Care Kornik
Boo
Mets
Reed
John Bucklin
Sore
First Ave
E. Eleanor Hotel
Sam
Franklin Institute
Dept. Werk
Gertrude Morton Brown
APE Rresee
Chevrolet
Ford Co
Boriy
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