Give and take on Iowa roads and capitalism in wartime
A Cedar Rapids opinion piece argues highway funds must remain dedicated to road improvements as Iowa's 103000 mile system shows 48000 miles upgraded. it warns against diverting capital to other spending and defends capitalism as democracy in action while urging diplomacy over belligerence in national affairs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
Verne Marshalls
The
Gazette
Verne Marshall
Cedar Rapids
America
Betrothal announced for Jack Gipple and Eileen Barringer
In Columbus Junction on February 14 Mr. and Mrs. E H Pierce announce the engagement of their granddaughter Miss Eileen Barringer to Jack Gipple son of Mr and Mrs Benjamin Gipple both of Columbus Junction. The wedding date will be announced later.
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Jack Gipple
Eileen Barringer
Columbus Junction
E. H. Pierce
Benjamin Gipple
Joe Palooka Agreement by Ham Fisher
Joe Palooka agreement reached with creator Ham Fisher securing rights to ongoing strip. Publisher confirms plan to continue adventures featuring the boxing hero under Fisher’s agreement.
Sunset Circle Hosts Family Party in Crawfordsville
Sunset Circle hosts a family party in Crawfordsville with ten members participating on February 14, focusing on community fellowship and shared activities for local families.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sunset Circle
Crawfordsville
Sunset
Bright ideas at coffee club spark ballot plan at airport
Local aviation instructor Jack Snodgrass joked that ballots could be cast today for tomorrow's vote and suggested buying a meal ticket to use as a ballot. The notion prompted questions about pilots' quick ideas and a misread word at the YMCA bulletin room showing entree as entry.
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Jack Snodgrass
Versatile Kreisler and Local Tales Mixed in Weekend Notes
Fritz Kreisler stands as a versatile violinist and entertainer famed for encores and broad talents from painting to writing. The column also shares brief quips about a doctor with two pretty daughters and a country store proprietor, plus a family gathering at Clarence Hering’s with plans for a March meeting at Mrs. Bessie Cherryholmes’ home.
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Kreisler
Fritz Kreisler
Mrs Colton 95 Breaks Hip in Fall at Columbus City
Eleanor Colton 95, Columbus City's oldest resident, fell at home Wednesday and broke her hip. She was moved by ambulance Thursday to Des Moines Methodist Hospital for treatment. Born March 1, 1845, she has lived in Columbus City most of her life and keeps open house on birthdays.
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Martha Butler
Columbus Junction
Eleanor Colton
Columbus City
Des Moines
Methodist Hospital
Betty Recalls Best Party She Ever tasted
Betty returns from a children's party and her mother asks about it. Betty replies enthusiastically that it was the best party she ever tasted.
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Betty
Quiet title suit in Washington County Iowa 1941
In the District Court of Lowain and for Washington County Iowa the case of Marcella N. Cook plaintiff versus Nathan Baker and many defendants including Chicago Rock Island & Pacific Railroad Company and Margaret M Young appears. The petition seeks fee simple ownership and quieting of title to described lots in Washington City with unknown claimants, and prays for dismissal of adverse claims and equitable relief with a March 1941 term deadline for appearance.
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Nathan Baker
George H. Stone
Cynthia E. Stone
Ira A. Parker
Joanna Parker
Joseph Keck
Samuel Conner
Elisabeth Keck
James O’hara
James Charrol
Margaret Oharrol
James O'Hara
Margaret O'Hara
James O’harra
James Charroh
Margaret Charroh
William Hayes
Joseph U Corette
Marguerite Corett
Joseph Corett
William Click
Margaret Click
Wm. Gluck
Marianne Gluck
William Gluck
Lizzie N. Young
Alice Kelley
Alice Kelly
Washington County
Iowa
Auditor
Washington
City
Chicago, Rock Island, & Pacific Railroad Company
Margaret M. Young
City of
Clerk of the District Court of
District Court
Towa
Community events highlight 4-H supper and weekly meeting notes
One hundred fifty people attended the 4-H supper with broad county representation and a second couples program drew 25 attendees. Activities included badminton, ping-pong, games, swimming, and a Boy Scouts program for Rotary. The week featured Holy Week planning, a gift to Harry Sizer, a permanent personnel policy, 65 Hi-Y attendees with a dinner and film, a Camera club Iowa City picture display, and a Y board update.
Churches Dominate Week In City League Basketball
The Christian church and United Presbyterian church squads won their games in the church basketball league this week. In volleyball, Methodist and Presbyterian teams secured victories.
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Christian Church
United Presbyterian Church
Methodist
the Presbyterian
Local sports and community events summary
Vernon Witting and Les Soule face accusations regarding a conduct issue within the volleyball program as the Methodist and Presbyterian boys led the league. Campfire girls hosted a Friday potluck in the community room. Burlington Y-1.C.A. swimming squad attended a dual meet this afternoon. Last Saturday 101 people used the gym across groups including Gray cadets juniors old er boys young men and couples. The Gold Medal tournament is scheduled for March 11 to 20 with 26 teams last year. Central States basketball has pledged Washington’s extra trophies and awards for this year’s tournament due to large participation.
Pool Temperature Rises After Windows Install
The swimming pool and pool room temperatures have been kept at 76 and 50 degrees respectively since glass block windows were installed. This change has led to a notable increase in pool attendance.
Parents Asked to Help Complete Home Questionnaires
The parents of younger Yy boys have been asked to cooperate by filling out the questionnaires mailed to every home.
Arthur Yard Seated on YMCA Religious Committee
Arthur Yard serves on the religious committee of the YMCA and has supported the Y program through the years of the building's existence. He has been active yearly in membership and finance campaigns, showing strong community interest and faith in the organization's Christian principles.
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Arthur Yard
Yard
Washington Y
Pressing Necktie Form for Flat Modern Press
A simple method uses a rolled paper cone or cardboard tie shape to create a form. Insert inside the necktie, flatten to fit, place on a ironing board with cloth over it, and press to achieve a smooth, pressed necktie.
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