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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1978
Page
3
Long list of obituaries from Cedar Rapids region with ages 81 to 101. Named survivors, service details, burial plans, and calling hours for Mildred Main Hiner John A Balcar Margaret Palumbo and others. Local churches and funeral homes listed with venues in Cedar Rapids Worthington and Shellsburg.
Iowa hopeful Roger Jepsen calls on Senators Dick Clark and John Culver to oppose the second Panama Canal Treaty. He argues it harms U.S. interests, would cost taxpayers over 50 million annually, and cites Iowa opposition ahead of the June 6 Republican primary with Maurice Van Nostrand and Joseph Bertroche as rivals.
Milan based opera baritone Carlo Tagliabue a leading figure on both sides of the Atlantic before World War II died Wednesday night in Monza Italy. The performer defined a generation with roles across major houses and concerts shaping early 20th century opera.
Mount Vernon residents are invited to an art show featuring works by St. John's Catholic Church members. The free event runs 4 30 to 7 30 p m Saturday and 7 a m to 4 30 p m Sunday at the church.
Fire officials in Iowa City suspect arson after two separate blazes at the Clark Apartments under construction on East Court Street. The 4 am fire caused extensive damage and was controlled in about 20 minutes with smoke and water damage to nearby units. state fire marshal alerted for investigation.
Eastern Iowa received soaking rain overnight with totals from 0.09 to 1.52 inches. A storm system moved out as clearing skies and pleasant spring like weather were forecast for Friday. Highs Friday expected in the mid 60s under mostly sunny skies.
Milwaukee AP report details 18 year old Bruce Edgar applying for a Playboy bunny job at Lake Geneva club while radio station notes he may take a bunny position. Interview focuses on hip measurements and front to back views with mock professional remarks. Edgar cites Civil Rights Act rights as he awaits word from interviewers.
The council reviews persistent 6 to 7 percent inflation since 1975 and warns it remains stuck. It calls for a gradual nationwide deceleration of wages and prices, noting repetitive rises by labor and industry and the risk of future oil and agricultural shocks.
C.R. teacher cuts threaten 626 potential student losses and at least one administrator. Officials study next year’s administrative positions while noting 25 teacher resignations since last year’s contract deadline. Laid off teachers must be requalified to rehire, else positions fill from outside. Temporary certified staff first, then those with one to two years seniority. The district, second largest in the city, employs 2,539 people.
The House approved a bill by 384 to 11 to double the annual federal postal subsidy and expand congressional and White House oversight of the Postal Service. It would raise subsidies, give the president authority to name the postmaster general, and allow veto power over service changes including Saturday delivery.
A St Louis federal appeals court remanded the case to Iowa to reexamine a CIA document about Lawrence Frank a former University of Iowa photographer. The 1971 dated file may have been illegally obtained and the CIA claim requires new scrutiny with the document now in question. Frank is backed by the Iowa Civil Liberties Union as he asks whether the CIA opened his mail and denied access to the record.
Coralville theater owners and the Coralville City Council reached a deal to permit a summer opening while litigation over a city ordinance continues. Highway Theater Company will help control dust and noise and limit film types to ease concerns, and the council will not block the opening.
Police report a 24 year old man, Terry Cook of 72814 First St SW, was charged with assault after allegedly striking a 16 year old girl. Cedar Rapids officers also arrested Orria J Stoffler, 29, formerly of 515 Sixth Ave SE, on a Dane County Wisconsin warrant for flight or escape. Stoffler did not return to Dane County Jail after a job interview and remained held on a 60 day sentence for non support. he was to be returned to Wisconsin today.
City briefs list an arrangement of the week wicker basket with daffodils and daisies for 10 dollars from Pierson's Florist. Other ads include Stegman Custom Drapery appointments, a Washington DC Williamsburg Tour June 24 to July 3, and Pediatric Associates moving to 1201 3rd Avenue SE with emergency service at both hospitals Friday. A burglary report notes two 10 speed bicycles valued at 230 and tools valued at 350 stolen from Dave Tesar residence at 539 Ninth St SW.
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