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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1968
Page
30
CBS News president Richard Salant argued live riot coverage can mislead viewers and provoke crowds, while critics say TV omits news without on-site reporting. He said cameramen decide when to stay or leave as editors raise concerns over accuracy.
The justice department urged Congress to make gambling a federal crime when run as a substantial business, with exemptions for state licensed and charitable gambling. A 60 day frame and thresholds of 20 gambling days or $2000 wagered define substantial activity. Attorney General Ramsey Clark says the measure would strike a blow at the national underworld tied to gambling.
In El Monte California an AP report says a thief took a truck on Sunday loaded with 19 tons of liquor and two and a half tons of peaches. The incident may inspire a new drink idea.
In Roxbury Boston the Mishkan Tefila temple and its school property valued at 1,125,000 will be donated to the Elma Lewis School of Fine Arts for a token 1. The transfer, announced by Bernard Grossman of Combined Jewish Philanthropies, is set for July and will support a Negro art museum and drama center with part of the site used for a school.
A LAFF-A-DAY cartoon caption recalls a parent settling children for the night inviting a relieved partner to join them, implying a cozy domestic moment. The playful exchange centers on family bedtime routine in a quiet home setting.
Edmond LeBreton reports that international interest in the U S presidential race surges as foreign newspapers and stations seek credentials to cover conventions. Global concerns over Vietnam and U S policy spur readers abroad to watch platforms, budgets, NATO, and potential troop moves.
Congress shows strong sentiment to grant secret service protection to 1968 presidential nominees. President Johnson has not asked for authorization. Rep. Steed notes funds exist but a bill is needed. the Secret Service backs protection but will not push the issue publicly.
Afternoon program invites viewers to watch a 3:30 matinee on weekdays and win cash prizes. The promotion runs Monday through Friday on KCRG TV 9.
Three fires struck the U S district courthouse early Monday. The main courtroom and an adjacent office were damaged and a third blaze caused destruction in another courtroom. Investigators said the safe in the U S attorney’s office was broken into, blank checks taken, and papers used to start a small fire.
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