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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1948
Page
1
Dr. E Stanley Jones spoke to 1 200 attendees in Memorial Coliseum detailing three stages of church maturity independence adolescence and interdependence. He proposed four paths to unity before endorsing one Church of Christ in America with branch self governance and a general assembly of delegates.
Des Moines AP reports the third Greater Iowa photographic contest, sponsored by the Iowa Development Commission, offers 270 in prizes for Iowa scene pictures. Judging is February 2 with winning photos shown at the capitol February 7 to 19 and later tour the state.
Gov. Blue appointed Sen. Earl C. Fishbaugh Jr. and Rep. M. F. Hicklin to represent Iowa at a conference in Los Angeles in September 2021 to study un American activities. The effort aims to draft 1949 legislation, with California and Washington inviting officials to examine communist espionage and infiltration.
In the days of King Alfred, much of England lay in bogs and shallow swamps, shaping settlement, defense, and daily life as communities adapted to wetlands and uncertain terrain.
Harman W. Nichols reports on Harry Rich, the barber poll organizer, noting Truman gains in New England and parts of the Northeast. The piece covers vote totals from states like Dewey 5868, Truman 4840, Wallace 460, and Rich’s methods, costs, and expectations for turnout reaching 700000 ballots this year.
A joking cartoon caption features a cheerful baker declaring he earns more here than anywhere else, playful boasting about his money and job satisfaction in a lighthearted, humorous tone.
Iowa safety officials postponed plans to establish about 25 speed limit zones on major highways pending legislative action. State Safety Commissioner Alfred W. Kahl cited earlier delays for signs and questions of legality raised by the attorney general's office regarding patrol authority to arrest for zone limit violations. Some states use zone limits successfully. Kahl believes zones could be more enforceable than a statewide limit.
The First Lutheran church will dedicate a wine velvet memorial dossal honoring former serviceman Louis Smith of the U S Navy during Sunday services. Born in Cedar Rapids on December 8, 1920, Smith served on multiple ships and was at Pearl Harbor. He was wounded in 1942 and later killed when his ship sank December 26, 1943 near Cape Gloucester. He earned the Purple Heart and other wartime medals.
Our Savior's American Lutheran church will hold its annual mission festival Sunday. The Rev. Arthur Proehl of Iowa City will speak at morning services and again after a noonday meal to be served at the church. He will talk about student work at the University of Iowa. The Rev. James Hughs of Dundee is the evening speaker.
Dr Marion H Williams guest preacher at First Second avenue and Twelfth street SE with Bible school 9 45 worship 10 50 sermon Religion with a Smile. Rev A Timothy Starr at Dairydale Mt Vernon with Bible school 9 45 worship 10 55 sermon The Good Shepherd in Psalm 23 evangelistic service 7 30 sermon The Big Four of Eternity Rev Paul Smith of Toronto to preach at all services. Midweek Bible study and prayer 7 30 Wednesday. Calvary Third avenue at Twelfth street SW Rev Rodney C Gould prayer meetings 9 10 Sunday school 9 40 worship 11 sermon The Visible and the Invisible Baptist training union 6 30 Evening service 7 30 sermon The Wandering ar a Hour of Power Wednesday 7 45.
A list of church services across multiple parishes with listed addresses and clergy. Mass times range from early morning to noon on Sundays, with weekday masses and Saturday confessions at each location. St Ludmila St Matthew's St Patrick's St Wenceslaus All Saints Mercy hospital nursing auditorium and rectory address details included.
On 420 First Avenue NE E P hall a religious service was conducted by the Rev. E. B. Page at 7 30 p m.
At First Church on Third Avenue SE and Second Third Avenue at Sixth Street SW Dr Carroll C. Roberts leads Bible school at 9 45 junior church at 10 45 and worship at 10 45 with sermon The Power of Prayer The Rev Leon G Triggs conducts church services at 9 45 am church school and 10 50 am worship with sermon Christian Religion
The church lists a Sunday school at 9 45 a m and services at 11 with the subject Matter A testimonial meeting is planned for 8 p m on Wednesday A reading room at 318 Paramount Theater Building is open from 9 30 a m to 5 30 p m except Sundays
Church of the Brethren on Twelfth Street at Fifth Avenue SE conducts church school at 9 45 a m worship at 10 50 with a sermon Taking Our Religion Seriously Evening worship at 7 features a sermon Abounding Christians.
The Church of Christ lists Bible study at 10 15 a.m. on 716 Eighth Avenue Southwest with the Lord's Supper at 11 and evening service at 7 15. An address at 1122 Avenue Northwest features Robert Hopkins as speaker with Bible study at 10 15 a.m. Sermon at 11 and communion at 11 45. A second sermon and communion occur at 7 30 p.m. A Women’s Bible class meets Thursday at 10 a.m.
The Church of God at Ellis Park L avenue and Eighth street NW presents Sunday school at 9 45 a m preaching at 10 45 with a sermon Sacrifice YF vespers at 6 30 evangelistic service with The Need of the Hour sermon at 7 30 Prayer service Wednesday at 7 30 p m led by Rev and Mrs S E Dooty
The Rev. L. C. Colbert leads services at 730 H street SW with Sunday school at 10 a.m. Worship at 3 and 8 p.m. Community service on Monday at 8 p.m. Other services Tuesday and Friday at 8 p.m.
The Church of the Open Bible on Third Avenue and Second Street SW led by Rev. L. W. Kolb lists church school at 2 p.m. worship at 3 p.m. an overcomers service at 6 30 p.m. evangelistic service at 7 45 p.m. and a Wednesday service at 7 45 p.m. Bible study and prayer on Friday at 7 45 p.m.
The Rev. Chester Ainsworth leads services at the Edgewood church with Sunday school at 9 45 a m worship at 11 and Christian youth at 7 30 p m midweek service Wednesday at 7 30 p m
Congregational Bethany on Sixth Street at L Avenue NW conducts Sunday school at 9 45 a m worship at 11 with the sermon Some of God's Wonderful Promises Evening service at 7 30 p m featuring The Hem of His Garment Mid week prayer and Bible study led by Rev Milton E White
First Odd Fellows hall at 838 First Avenue NE hosts Sunday school at 10 30 a.m. Worship follows at 11. Bible study is Thursday at 7 30 p.m. at 1607 Washington Avenue SE.
Grace Avenue at Sixth Street NE lists the Rev A G Colbourne with communion at 8 a.m. Eucharist and sermon and confessions Saturday at 7 30 p.m. St John s Nineteenth Street at Park Avenue SE lists the Rev D A Loferski with communion 8 a.m. Church school 9 a.m. Morning prayer and sermon at 11.
The tri state North Central Sunday school convention of the Free Methodist church will be held at the Free Methodist church Wednesday and Thursday. Speakers include the Rev. A. L. Brown of Winona Lake Ind the denomination's secretary the Rev. Bert Webb and the Rev. A. L. Brown Dr Joe Parks of Northwestern university will give an audio visual demonstration.
Uncle John Meredith, president of the Family Bible League in Chicago, will address the church Sunday morning and evening and Monday evening at 7 30.
Czech-1510 Second Street SW hosts church school at 9:30 a.m. Worship in Czech at 10:30 a.m. sermon "While He Is Near" YF service at 7 p.m. First-Eighth avenues at L Street SW led by Rev. Milo Filipi. Second church at First Street SW Rev. Frederick H. Haag. Church school 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:30 a.m. sermon "On Playing the Organ" YF 6:30 p.m. Revelation study class Wednesday 7:30 p.m.
Listings show Salem on First Avenue at Third Street SW with Rev. G H Bamford hosting Sunday school at 9 45 am worship at 10 45 am and a sermon Not Disobedient to the Vision YF at 7 pm Sharon on Eighteenth Avenue at Ninth Street SW led by Rev. J Paul Stevens with Sunday school 9 am worship 10 am and church activities at 11 10 am YF at 6 30 pm St Andrews on Fourth Avenue at Seventh Street SE under Rev. Lyle K Anderson with church school 10 am worship 11 am guest speaker Edwin B Zeller
Sunday school at 9 45 a m worship at 11 missionary Sunday sermon God of the Tempest crusaders quiet hour 6 10 p m service 6 30 evangelistic service 7 45 sermon The Nail Pierced Hand children s church Saturday 2 p m
The Rev. Ivan Kramer leads at 1012 Eleventh Street NE with Sunday school at 10 a.m. Worship at 11 a.m. Evangelistic service at 7 p.m. Bible study and prayer meeting Wednesday at 8 p.m. Evangelistic service Friday at 8 p.m.
The Rev George Hadijis leads St John the Baptist on 501 A Avenue NE. Orthros and Sunday school begin at 9:30 a.m. Liturgy follows at 10:30.
The Rev. Albert J Stokes leads Sunday school at 10 a.m. followed by worship at 11. A young people's meeting is at 7 p.m. and a preaching service at 7 30. Located on Third Street and Fifth Avenue SW.
Watchtower study at 7 30 p m on The Way of Pleas antness and Prosperity and Exp and ing Your Ministry Book study Tuesday 8 p m Service meeting Friday 7 30 p m and theocratic ministry school at Kingdom Hall 700 Seventh Street SE.
The Holy Ghost Baptist Church of Jesus Christ at 420 First Avenue NE invites worshipers to services every third Sunday of each month at 10 a.m. All attendees encouraged to arrive early for fellowship and prayer.
Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints at 415 Third Street SE holds church school at 10 a m and worship at 11 a m. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints at 1110 Second Avenue SE offers Sunday school at 10 15 a m and a sacrament service at 11 15 a m.
Kenwood Park and Free Avenue NW host church services with Dr J Arthur Young and Rev C F Olson. Sunday school at 9 45 worship at 11 and 10 55 with Y P M S at 6 45. Uncle John Meredith guest speaker, cinema 7 30. Monday showings of Uncle John Meredith 7 30. Trinity Church on Third and Fifth SW led by Rev Glenn S Hartong offers 9 45 Sunday school and services earlier.
St Pauls on Fourth Avenue and St James on Ellis Boulevard present day programs with worship at 10 50 a.m and 11 a m sermons titled Parents Are Teachers Winning Tomorrows Battles Today and The Responsibility of This Generation Sunday school at 9 45 a m John Huss on Fourteenth Avenue SW led by Rev Ruth Husband holds Rally Day with Sunday worship at 11 a m Thy Kingdom Come. YF and college activities scheduled in the evening. Churches named include St Pauls St James and John Huss with locations SE NW and SW respectively.
A church notices page lists services for Bethany Missouri and nearby parishes. It includes Bethany MIs First Avenue NE, St Mark’s-Augustana, Our Savior’s American, Trinity-Missouri, First U S C A, St Stephens E L C, and St Stephens youth and guest speakers. Worship times range 8:15 to 11 a.m. with Sunday schools, guest sermons, and a Salem church building project kickoff. An installation and reception at Trinity Missouri are noted, plus a Dossal hanging dedication at First U S C A. Prayer and Bible study details are included.
The Rev. Harry D. Stone leads Bethel A.M.E. at 512 Sixth Street SE with a 10 45 a.m. service. The A.C.E. league meets at 6 30 p.m. followed by evening service at 7 30.
A list of worship services across multiple churches with service times Bible schools and sermon titles. Central Park, Kenwood Park, First Third avenues and Westminster entries include Rev. Schoff Colton Lilley Kurth and Munneke with sermons such as Family Insurance Springs in the Heart and O that I Knew. Youth events and prayer meetings noted.
The Rev. Frank H. Ward presides with Sunday school at 3 p.m. and service at 7 30 p.m. Miss Mable Olson, Ozark missionary, is guest speaker. Services continue nightly at 7 30 p.m.
St. George Twelfth avenue at Tenth street SE hosts Rev. George T. Habib with Sunday school at 9:30 a.m. and Divine liturgy at 10:30 a.m. Services are in Syrian and English. St. John the Baptist at 600 Seventh Street SE led by Rev. Thomas N. Abodeely offers Divine Liturgy from 10 a.m. to noon with services in Syrian Greek and English.
On Peoples Third Avenue at Sixth Street SE the Rev Waldemar Ar gow will lead church school and a service at 11 with the sermon titled Shall the Meek Inherit the Earth.
On First Third Avenue at Second Street SW the Bible school gathers at 9 45 a m and worship at 11 00 with Rev Robert Little delivering a sermon titled Accepting Sacrifice Grande Avenue 1601 hosts Rev H K Galloway whose sermon is Our Need of the Fields
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