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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 27, 1939

Page

18

Funeral services for Mrs O G Waffle at Marion

Funeral services for Mrs O G Waffle of Marion were held Tuesday at the Bulster and Hall Home with Rev. C G Ellinger in charge and Grove City Rebekah lodge assisting. Burial followed in Oak Shade cemetery. Out‑of‑town mourners included W H Maddock Rochester NY and M H Thomas Mechanicsville IA among Cedar Rapids attendees.

W. H. Maddock Rochester N. Y Mallory Pittsburg. Kan M. H. Thomas Mechanicsville Amos Scott Kate Wing Ross Groves Roy Quinn Cedar Rapids

Rally Night at Marion Christian Church Aims to Engage Community

The Marion Christian Church Bible School sponsors a Thursday evening event with a 6 30 p.m. potluck supper. Man of Mystery performs from 7 30 to 8, then a 15 minute pep meeting, games, and a social hour follow. All school members and friends are invited.

The Christian Church Marion Christian Church Bible School Bracelet Methodist Church Eileen Schenken Jeanne Dye Arlene Tow Martha Ann Young

Marion Chamber plans annual dinner at Marion Golf Club

The program committee met at Winfield White’s office and finalized plans for the annual Marion Chamber of Commerce dinner to be held Monday at the Marion Golf Club. There will be golf and a softball game in the afternoon, dinner at 7 p.m., and evening entertainment.

Marion Chamber of Commerce Winfield White Marion Golf Club Electa Fidelis Mary Lowe Dickenson King’s Daughters D. B. Storck

First Lady Seeks End to Embargo

Washington AP Mrs. Franklin D. Roosevelt said she would like the arms embargo in the neutrality act repealed but added that decision rests with Congress and her view is not very important. She said she has never been a pacifist about defending the country and remains eager for peace.

Washington Franklin D. Roosevelt Congress Roosevelt

Delaware County Prep Tournament Kicks Off In Delhi

Delhi hosts the Delaware county high school baseball tournament with Greeley facing Delhi in the morning. Dundee battles Oneida and Buck Creek meets Colesburg in afternoon games. Earlville has a bye and advances to semi finals against the Buck Creek Colesburg winner. Friday morning features two semis and Friday afternoon crowns the champion.

Delhi Greeley Dundee Oneida Buck Creek Colesburg Earlville

Iowa Fire Prevention Week Proclaimed by Governor

Gov George A Wilson designates October 8 to 14 as Iowa fire prevention week citing 1938 fire losses of 104 deaths 200 injuries and 4 179 650 dollars in property damage. He notes four fifths of fires are preventable and urges safety measures statewide.

Des Moines INS George A. Wilson Iowa

Curtis Cup Matches Canceled Over War Ties

The 1940 Curtis Cup matches between the United States and England women golfers have been canceled due to the war. The event was set to be played in England, and the United States Golf Association announced the decision on Wednesday.

New York INS United States England United States Golf Association

Petit Jury For U. S. Court Dismissed

Petit jurors were told not to appear as the U S district court panel was dismissed by Judge George C. Scott with no cases set for trial. Grand jurors remained in session and were to report later. One case, a bankruptcy hearing for James J. Nolan of Monmouth, was dismissed to allow rehabilitation.

United States District Court George C. Scott James J. Nolan Monmouth Farmer

George Cockburn Named Fire Prevention Chairman

George H Cockburn was appointed chairman of the local committee for Fire Prevention Week. The appointment comes from H C Brown state president of the Iowa Association of Insurance Agents. Fire Prevention Week begins October 8.

George H Cockburn H. C. Brown Iowa Association of Insurance Agents

No Bustles Wasp Waists For Eleanor Roosevelt

Mrs. Eleanor Roosevelt told reporters she would never wear a bustle or a wasp waist. She said her response came at a press conference when asked about new women fashions amid Europe’s war. She emphasized she would not adopt those styles.

Washington Ins Eleanor Roosevelt Roosevelt Europe

100 Deaths Feared In California Gale

A California gale threatened over 100 deaths as rescue ships searched for 30 or more missing pleasure boats after a storm. As of Wednesday 38 were known or believed dead with 27 missing from the Spray capsize. At least 13 other vessels were wrecked and coastal damage neared $1,000,000.

Los Angeles

Papal Encyclical Expected On October 4

Vatican sources say Pope Pius XII will issue his first encyclical of his pontificate on October 4, the feast of St. Francis of Assisi. The report comes from authoritative Vatican quarters in Rome.

Vatican City Vatican Pius XH Francis of Assisi

Thankful notices express gratitude for bereavement support

The notices thank friends and neighbors for flowers and sympathy after the loss of a wife and mother. Family members names and local associations are listed, including Fraternity and lodge members from Fairfax Iowa. Additional thanks extend for kindness shown to a husband’s passing.

Stanley Travnicck Wm. Jirsa Fr Sohac Fr. Shimek Joe Topinka Joe Kilberger Wendl Topic Jos. Chmellick Frank Mnachek Richwine WM. E Mrs. Richwine

Local ads list bargains from jewelry to autos

The Gazette features a flood of personal notices and ads including a 1 carat diamond ring for 295 dollars, Katz Jewelry and Loans promotions, various drugstore tonics, van line services, beauty shops, dance events, and a large used car lineup with prices and brief descriptions. The page also lists rideshare offers and employment notes.

Gazette Ot Katz KAT’ Jewelry & Loans First St. SE May Second St. SE Podzimek Pharmacy 2Nd Ave. SE 16Th Ave Griffith Feather Mattress Co 3Rd Ave A.m 2Nd St Kenwood Methodist Church Chevrolet Denver P.o.box

Ford V-8 Tudor Sedan 85 hp with overdrive

1937 model gray Ford V-8 Tudor sedan with built in trunk and overdrive. Engine and running gear in good mechanical condition. Was 475 dollars, now 365 dollars.

Classic Era Cars for Sale Includes Chevrolet Dodge and Ford

Advertisement lists a 1934 Chevrolet Standard Coach with worn blue finish and good tires priced at 160 after originally 290. A 1936 Dodge Coupe in olive green with reconditioned motor and sharp brakes advertised at 350 from 425. A 1937 Ford Tudor Sedan with new upholstery and reconditioned engine offers 390 from 435.

Chevrolet Dodge Victory Padzensky AAVE ST. NE

1934 Ford V-8 Tudor Sedan for sale

1934 Ford V-8 Tudor Sedan in very good condition with good tires and black paint. Upholstery is clean and motor is in A-1 condition. Includes Rude's R and G guarantee, priced very low at 145 dollars (195 originally).

Clarics Rude Motor Fm Rude Rude’s R. É& G

Cars for Sale by Rude's Motors 1930s lineup section

Vintage car dealer markets 1933 Chevrolet Cabriolet 1936 Ford V 8 Tudor and more with low sale prices. Notes include good tires clean upholstery strong motors, multiple models with dates 1933 to 1937, guarantees and drive test suggested.

1937 Dodge Truck for Sale with Spare Tires

1937 Dodge truck 157 inch wheelbase front tires 700x20 rear duals 32x68 ten ply tires in place. Motor cab fenders and glass in good condition. Ready to work. Originally 450 now 350. Also another offer: Was 425 now 335. Stake pickup for farmers and light haulers. Come in and see.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Marion News A. E Pantry Seventh Avenue Arlene Guzzle Darlene Keenan Mildred Kindig Lois, Leidigh Barbara Price Helen Hamm Graeme Linkletter Melvin Meggers Norman Adee Claire Keenan Bob Lary Dale Lary Clarence Reinhardt C. B. Vernon State Board of Health Vernon S. J. Jordan Wiliam Attaway A. A. Hardin Book Club H. N. Strader M. W. Courtney H. G. Stitzel Jack Benny Elizabeth Gibson Eleventh Street Elizabeth Bigger Julius Ethel West Coast California San Francisco Woman's Missionary Society of the Christian Church Benjamin Bulkley Tenth Avenue Roy Mack Elda Kemp Howe Conoco Minnie Whitcomb WCTU C. G. Ellinter Honda E. Trimble A. E. Blinks Benedict Dickey’s Foods James E Clark Donald Deaconess Hospital Gratton Lawrence Dove King's Daughters John Cone Earl Welsher Fred Bebee Osceola Lodge No T.O O. F Archie Milner Pauline Richi Buffalo, N Pilgrim Highraaders Congregational Church C. G. Etlinger Yellowstone Park Carl Cherry West Marion Marc Ferreter Mercy Hospital Tom Reamer Veterans’ Hospital Excelsior Agriculture and Literary Club Warren Kemp Marion C W. Biggs M. N. Howe Troy Mills Biggs Harry Powell Darius Newman Alburnett William Alexander George Harford Arthur Lint Harry Oakley Roland Fowler Jerry Sayer E. A. Lagerquist Raymond Eckhart Clyde Sawyer Alka Seltzer Owen's Drug Store Kenaya Camp W. H. Booze Baptist Church Herbert Harford Eighth Avenue Earl Eckhart Dewey Eckhart Independence J. F. Weston Robert L. Leamon Milwaukee Railroad H. P. Thayer Milwaukee Irene Schultz Savanna Earl Grant U. S George Cockburn Fire Prevention Chairman Eleanor Tao Cedar Rapids Gazette Anderson Monuments 3Rd Ave. E JANEBA_FUNERAL HOME J St Brady Mortuary Lost Pat Dillon L. A. Lower Allied van Lines, Inc Calder's van & Storage Co., Inc 3Rd Ave SE Buren Saron Lutheran Church Jackson Blue Jacksons F Ave F Ave NW Moose Hall Walt Siechert E. Henecke American Legion Hall Blairstown Court Hussey Pla-Mor Jackson's Hirh TOP Hat Beer Chicken Tudor Cafe Sunaat 1St Ave. E Norway Thurs Sat Lowden Saat Ralph Stade Old Heidelberg 12Th Ave Hallwood Cafe Thornwood Ing Lovely Lady Oil Lovely Lady Beauty Shop 1St Ave Bishon's Delux Beauty Shop Mary Nell Beauty Shop Paramount Theater Novak Hawkeye Tin Shop Stodola Furniture Co Fred Young Dial Ewes Jim Cusack Gardner Dempseys Maytag Newton Wetmore & Sugden Monroe Chicago West Madison St Elmira Wallace, Brown Fifth Ave Dept H. J. Yelsley Allen Motor Co Fame the Gazette Bf Tech Salary Mr. Kennedy Allison Hotel Nebraska Pie el Ss Wilbur Montrose Hanson Delavan Hotel Arco See Company Wisconsin Rapids Central Employment AG CY. Granby Cedar Rapids Service Bureau Packard Dodge Rapid School OF Welding Marlon, Ia ABC Dickinson School FORD Hudson BY Edwin Cox Kyvoi7i Kallio Finland Mrs K Lou Nova Goxing Gove Plumb Myitk I Melio Bettina Margaret Lindsay Rude Auto CO Third Avenue SE Paramount Keystone Graham Evans Tire Co KAT Auto Parts Co Std St 7Th Ave Owen Rapaport Fiffth Ave West ‘End 16Th ‘Ave Bridge UY Gillette Tires Zeitig Maribben Motor CO 4Th Ave Studebaker International Harvester CO 2Nd Ave. SW Fender & Body Beck Hawkeye Co Brest Ave St. SE Stone's Truck Service Marlon Road Beck Tiawkeye Co W. H. Bushman Williamsburg Dodge Ang Doder Zigssouth Distributors Av Ave First Ave. SE Allen M Only Motor Co 2Nd 10Th St Culver Motors 6Th St Radlec Bros Pontiac
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