Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Cedar Rapids Gazette in Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Page 1

We have 14,353,121 pages in Iowa

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 25 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 19, 1952

Page

1

Weather and notices from daily record September 19 1952

Another 1952 daily report with high and low temperatures for September 18 19 including Bismarck Minneapolis Chicago New York and more. The Iowa forecast calls for partial cloudiness northeast fair southwest and cooler nights with a five day outlook cooler then normal and a chance of showers Tuesday in northern sections. Public notices include divorces fines and court actions plus births at Mercy and St Luke's hospitals and obituaries for Urbana Cedar Rapids Decorah and Center Point entries.

Bismarck Minneap's Chicago New Orr's Denver New York Duluth Phoenix Los An's Seattle Miami Sioux City Iowa

Eisenhower Presses Farm Aid as Political Fight Grows

President Eisenhower denounces Democratic handling of farm policy while outlining GOP plans for agricultural relief. He vows economic protections for farmers without federal “chains” and endorses a federal farm credit board, expanded research, rural electrification, soil program unification, and stronger cooperatives. He refrains from price supports, noting prior parity goals.

Eisenhower Washington Brannan Federal Farm Credit Board Kasson Minn

Notice of Co-Executors Appointment for Wold Estate

In Linn County Iowa on September 18 1952 Karl W Seelig and Merchants National Bank of Cedar Rapids Iowa were appointed co executors of the Lewis M Wold estate now deceased. Creditors must present claims to the Clerk of Linn County District Court and debtors should pay promptly to the executors. Attorneys Franken Keyes and Crawford represent the estate.

State of Iowa Linn County Lewis M. Wold Iowa Karl W. Seelig Merchants National Bank of Cedar Rapids Towa Franken. Keyes and Crawford

Notice of Recess of Will in Iowa District Court

Notice is given that on September 23, 1952 at 9:00 am in Linn County Iowa the court will hear proof and admission of Frances S Ray's last will for probate at the Cedar Rapids Court House. Arthur Axmear, Clerk of District Court, attorney.

State of Iowa Linn County Frances S_ Ray Court House Cedar Rapids

Giovanazzi to Speak at AFL Labor Temple Meeting

Former school board member S A Giovanazzi will address the AFL Labor League for Political Education at 8 pm Friday in the AFL Labor temple. The event, not open to the public, will preview his opposition to the $715 million school bond issue slated for a September 29 vote.

S. A. Giovanazzi AFL Labor Temple Giovanazzi AFL Labor League For Political Education League of Women Voters Lions Club Labor League

Widow of Iowa Rail Worker Wins 95625 Verdict

Chicago AP reports a Circuit Court jury awarded 95625 to the widow of Iowa rail worker Catherine Broderick of Oelwein. The verdict against Rock Island railroad follows the death of George Broderick 37 when his motor coach was struck by a freight train July 29 1950 between Brainard and West Union Iowa. James A Dooley attorney for the widow led evidence the railroad failed to provide warning of the approaching train. Broderick left two children.

Chicago Iowa Rock Island Railroad Company George Broderick Oelwein Broderick Brainard West Union James A. Dooley Catherine Broderick

City Briefs Touches on Local Deaths and Daily News

City Briefs report a death in Waverly prompting family travel, a purse loss at DeVar restaurant where Beatrice Wadell of Oakdale blamed missing funds, local recoveries from surgery, a two week Navy recruiter leave with station coverage by Sgt. Kenneth Barfield, and YMB meeting at the Chamber building. Other items note a polio insurer, a Lisbon traffic fine, an England leave for Lt. John D. Skien, local gift shop wares, a coat theft from Maxie’s tavern, and civic leaders attending the American Chamber convention in St Louis.

Duane van Note Cedar Rapids Kenneth Barfield Waterloo

Forr Named Head of Retired Men's Bureau

W R Forr was elected chairman of the Retired Men's bureau by the Chamber of Commerce Thursday night. He succeeds H F Blomquist. New officers include Dr F G Murray as vice chairman and Henry J Achter as secretary. Board members are Roy Choate Joseph Lattner Charles Roberts and the new officers plus the past vice chairman.

W. R. Forr Chamber of Commerce H. F. Blomquist F. G. Murray Charles Roberts Henry J. Achter James F. Keevers Roy Choate Joseph Lattner

Cedar Rapids store owner charged with arson

Harry Sutton a 46 year old Cedar Rapids appliance store owner was charged with arson after a May basement fire at his downtown store in the Ely block causing about 200000 dollars in damage. He was given until October 10 to enter a plea by Judge Floyd Philbrick after Linn county grand jury indicted him in September.

Harry Sutton Cedar Rapids Floyd Philbrick Sutton Linn County Grand Jury Ely

Two Teens Held for Gasoline Theft in Marion

The Marion sheriff's office held two 14 and 15 year old St Paul youths after they attempted to steal a gasoline can from the Willman Company lot. They had used a car owned by one boy's father and were arrested by Officer G C Clemenson early Friday. Deputies said they will be released to their parents, who traveled to Cedar Rapids to collect them.

St. Paul Marion Harlan Snyders Iowa G. C. Clemenson Willman Company Snyder Cedar Rapids

Jury Expected To Send Slaymaker Case To Verdict

The drunk driving case against Carl Slaymaker in Judge M C Hamiel's court was expected to go to the jury Friday afternoon after the state and defense closed. Court adjourned at noon and was to resume for final arguments. The trial began Tuesday. J F Kanealy sued John Lorence for 315 in an account action. Ray Crowley was awarded 200 in an account suit against James Cunningham. Maxine Smith sued Lloyd Smith for a decree of separate maintenance.

Carl Slaymaker M. C. Hamiel J. F. Kanealy Friday John Lorence Ray Crowley James Cunningham Maxine Smith Lloyd Smith

Iowans Return From Korea On Transport iGen

In San Francisco the transport iGen carries 1,820 veterans of Korea including Iowans listed by hometowns Greeley Strawberry Point Independence Vinton Cedar Rapids Marion Tama Iowa City Clarence Belle Plaine and more.

Gazette San Francisco iGen A. W. Brewster Marine and Navy Veterans of Korea Donald D. Ackiman Greeley Marice A Chevalier Strawberry Point Robert C. Cornwell Independence Willis B. Daughtery Vinton Leo M. Flilis Donald K. Price Cedar Rapids Allan J. Mally Marion Billy Poweshiek Tama Paul L. Bowers Iowa City Donald D. Primrose William L. Rosewehr Clarence Henry C. Rethman Belle Plaine

Soviet veto blocks Cambodia Laos and Viet Nam membership

In New York the Soviet Union vetoed three U N Security Council membership requests for Cambodia Laos and Viet Nam. Malik accused the U S of planning direct intervention in Indochina while the council backed the applicants by broad support from major powers.

United Nations N. Y Soviet Union United Nations Security Council Cambodia Laos Viet Nam Russia Jacob A. Malik Council Joao Carlos Muniz Brazil Nyets Malik United States Britain France China Chile Pakistan Greece Turkey Netherlands U. N. Security Council U. S U. N

Stevenson Calls Bipartisan Push for Atomic Venture and Regional Aid

Stevenson argued the atomic ad venture transcends partisan lines and said Democrats and Republicans would work together for peace and abundance. He warned Northeastern textiles industry decline causes unemployment and urged fair federal regional standards and help to develop power resources.

Stevenson New England

Eisenhower campaign under energy strain in Iowa tour

The narrative notes Ike's spurts of populist talk and folksy humor on a Iowa trip, with crowds reacting to off the cuff lines about taxes and tractors. He stops at Wilton Junction West Liberty and Brooklyn, mounts full stops, but grows tired and less effective by Omaha, while GOP backers claim Iowa progress versus four years ago.

Washington Byrnes Adlai E. Stevenson Illinois Eisenhower San Francisco Earl Warren California Theodore R. McKeldin Maryland Nixon Omaha Iowa Nebraska Truman Dewey Ike Marengo America Wilton Junction West Liberty Brooklyn Davenport Des Moines Ske

Advance Registrations Rise for IRE Meet at Roosevelt

About 250 advance registrations were received Friday morning as the Cedar Rapids section of the Institute of Radio Engineers opened a two day conference at the Roosevelt hotel. The total expected registration was 400 with technical sessions scheduled for Saturday at 9 am and 1 30 pm Tours of Turner and Collins Radio Company plants were conducted Friday and 29 commercial exhibits of radio and electronics equipment were set up on the Roosevelt mezzanine for registrants. The conference closes with a 6 30 pm banquet Saturday.

Roosevelt Hotel Cedar Rapids Institute of Radio Engineers Turner and Collins Radio Company Roosevelt

Chamber Endorses Cedar Rapids School Bond Plan

Cedar Rapids Chamber of Commerce board votes Friday to endorse the proposed 712 million bond issue for new school buildings and additions. The resolution argues the bond funds are needed to ease overcrowded classrooms and housing pressures, ahead of the September 29 election.

Chamber of Commerce Cedar Rapids

Nixon aides deny graft rumors amid tax talk in Florida

Senator Sparkman defends his wife’s government work as not a salary and Nixon explains he did not report $16100 as income since it was not income. Pasadena fundraiser organizer Smith cites southern California donors including Walker Smith Hulet Smith Robert Rowan George Rowan and Henry Kearns with gifts or expense payments totaling hundreds annually.

Nixon Pasadena Smith Walker Smith Hulet Smith Arcadia Robert George Rowan Los Angeles Henry Kearns San Gabriel

Berlin fair opens without strip tease in 1952 display

The Berlin Industrial Fair opened with Marshall House presenting a seven room model home depicting family life. An adult couple and two children acted out daily routines to entertain thousands. A prior report about a wife dressing and using a shower did not occur.

Berlin Marshall House

Barbecue House Burns During Firemen's Picnic

In Centralia Illinois Freeburg volunteer firemen held a barbecue but their barbecue house burned down by the pit fire. Volunteers doused the blaze in 20 minutes and saved the food though the smokehouse suffered a loss of 1800 dollars. The pit was cleaned out and the barbecue continued amid the ruins.

Centralia, Ill Freeburg

Explanation Given For Small Families

Raleigh NC AP argues smaller families stem from fewer chores and labor saving devices. Corrine Justice Grimsley, Family Relations Specialist at North Carolina State College, says home work is reduced and fewer people are needed. Families stay together by choice, not necessity, she adds. The challenge is to strengthen voluntary family cohesion.

Raleigh, N. C Corrine Justice Grimsley North Carolina State College

Navy Pushes Beyond World War II Drone Planes

The Navy says its early radio controlled Hellcats used as drone targets are outdated next to new guided missiles nearing production. Rear Admiral Sides notes innovations include TV camera upgrades and advances toward air to air missiles like Terrier and Sparrow, while warning against underestimating Soviet capability.

Washington Navy John H. Sides Sides U.S Russia

Midwest Demos Plan Strategy for 1960 Campaign

Des Moines Iowa Democratic leaders hailed a 15 state strategy meeting as highly successful with about 100 attendees. Stephen Mitchell and Jake Arvey stayed for further talks while Mitchell criticized Eisenhower as military minded and attacked Nixon over funds used for campaign expenses.

Des Moines Mns Jake More Iowa Stephen Mitchell Mitchell Jake Arvey Illinois More Eisenhower G.O.P Nixon California

Deaths Thomas W Sloup 70 Cedar Rapids Resident

Thomas Wesley Sloup 70 of 903 Belle avenue SW Cedar Rapids died at home Friday at 9 30 a m Born in Czechoslovakia February 25 1882 he came to the United States 52 years ago living in Omaha and Troy Mills before moving to Cedar Rapids Retired from the North Western railroad two years ago Surviving wife Mary five daughters six grandchildren and a sister Services to be held at Janeba funeral home time to be announced later

Thomas Wesley Sloup Belle Avenue Cedar Rapids Czechoslovakia Sloup United States Omaha Troy Mills North Western Railroad Mary Elsner Womacka Mamie Coon Joseph Andrick Daniel McCune Leo Janesovsky Near Center Point Ae Ziskuv Dub Z. C Janeba

Funeral services for Joseph J. Pavelka

Services for Joseph J. Pavelka of 936 Nineteenth Avenue SW, Sears Roebuck employee, who died Thursday, will be held at St. Patrick's church at 9 am Saturday. Burial follows in Oak Hill cemetery at Belle Plaine. Rosary by Msgr. Lenihan at 7 30 pm Friday at Teahen chapel. friends may call.

Joseph J. Pavelka Nineteenth Avenue SW Sears Roebuck and Company St. Patrick’s Church D. J. Lenihan Oak Hill Cemetery Belle Plaine Lenihan Teahen Chapel

Also Mentioned on This Page

Cc. R Eees Municipal Linn County Medical Society Svete Eeles Wongoay Hastings la Crosse Rise Prairie du Chien McGregor Dubuque Keokuk Annis J. Sever Arthur M. Sever Mildred Farris Raymond Farris Jasiel A. Bissell Gerald F. Bissell Floyd F. Worm Mary L. Parker William Nielson Mildred J. Freeman Fred L. Walker Velma E. Long Ralph B. Collins Kathryn M. Collins Mavis M. Lawrence Marion T. Lawrence Lyle Lange Sixth Street SE Warren Raser Howard Bates Everett Rickey Hannibal, Mo Robert Gilmore Lighth Street Everett Schilling Emerald Drive Robert Heiserman Third Street Murriel Stewart Vernon Milton Chase Circle Drive Norine Nest Lisbon Cletus Gassman D Avenue H. W Evers B Avenue NW Sixth Street Mt. Vernon Road Thirtieth Street Knake Wildwood Drive Everett Frimml Thirty Fifth Street Drive St. Luke’s Robert Buresh Maplewood Drive Lloyd Rowray F Avenue NW Fort Jackson S. C Dick Harger Pfc Harger Dean Harger Urbana Carl William Lowery Evangelical United Brethren Church Center Point Sdrchett-Murdoch Funeral Decorah Charles Bob” Townsend Steine Funeral Arthur Axmear John E. Lapes 3Rd Mt. —— Ave Suan John Urner & Son Funeral Directors Second Avenue S.E John Reynolds Fred Redies Waverly Mr. Redies Beatrice Wadell Oakdale DeVar John L. Stamp Insurance St. SE Adv Eee Ee E. J. Glessner First Avenue University Hospitals The Ranger Girls YMB Executive Council of Young Men’s Bureau Fairfax St. Patrick’s Enzler’s K.C. Club 316 Grill Cambridge Grocery Stallman Feed Store Polio Insurance Ray Moore Agency.—Adv Norine Nost Seventeenth Street England Air Force John D. Skien John S. Skien Twenty-second Street Skien Kenwood Gift Shop Wilbur Carstens Milner Hotel Maxie Robert Caldwell Roy Swanson American Chamber of Commerce St. Louis Retired Men’s Bureau Thursday Japan Paul Anthony Sheridan Elstree Anthony Calcutta India Titch Nye Minnesota Commodity Credit Corporation I.R.E John Sparkman Alabama Sparkman Tallahassee Fla Berlin Fair Midwest Thomas W. Sloup Pavelka Services Hubbard Hubbard Ice & Fuel CO
Search Courier

Search the Cedar Rapids Gazette Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Cedar Rapids Gazette?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication