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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1963
Page
6
The state will regulate utility rates under a new act with the commerce commission overseeing rate setting. Appointed commissioners face qualification gaps and higher pay for staff may be needed to support the expanded role, with July 4 as the effective date and budget considerations pending.
The Kenwood branch in Cedar Rapids completes remodeling to double book space and triple seating with a drive up return window. The reopening coincides with National Library Week, highlighting libraries' role in education for youth and ongoing learning for adults.
The piece defends NFL Commissioner Rozelle for suspending Tackle Alex Karras and Back Paul Horning amid betting charges and compares football’s stance to baseball’s Lanis ruling. It argues harsh penalties deter “monkey business” and praises Rozelle’s firmness, even urging tougher action if needed.
A petition titled Citizens Appeal for a Test Ban circulates for signatures. President Kennedy urges a nuclear test ban to curb arms race dangers and support disarmament, with notable supporters cited. Elizabeth W Heywood urges action, while local readers commend newspaper coverage.
A humorous Human Events snippet shows a general asking a Pentagon computer which weaponry to use missiles or manned bombers. The machine answers yes and then later yes gir, prompting the general to press for a clearer reply.
Roscoe Drummond notes Moscow's Africa strategy stumbles as Pravda blames Western imperialists. Despite a push into Africa, independence gains for 23 states and Western-led economic ties grow, while Arab-Soviet ties fray and student indoctrination falters. The piece argues Africans deserve credit for their progress.
Marquis Childs argues the Korean example shows military victory rarely yields lasting political stability. He notes Korea’s ongoing poverty, unemployment, and heavy U.S. aid, then warns against neglecting diplomacy in Vietnam and Laos as Washington weighs supporting Ngo Dinh Diem.
Senate inquiry reveals 7100 in contributions to 20 congress members from a Philippine sugar and war claims lobbyist. The column argues contributions are a longtime reality of politics, not evidence of corruption, and notes the need for public funding to curb private influence while questioning the integrity of politicians under scrutiny.
A Wichita Eagle line notes the futility of opening a letter from home to find only news and affection. The quip highlights student life and expectations of mail from family.
George Garden of Iowa Manufacturing became president of the Allied Industrial golf league replacing Leonard Kolar who resigned. Charles Burkett of Collins Radio was elected vice president. Eagles club talent winners in Cedar Rapids included Judy and Harlene Tallman Morley in 16 18, Richard Latimer in 13 15, and Craig Purdy in 5 12. Rep Ernest Kosek helped save the state about 187 500 yearly by defeating a cigaret tax rise proposal. Richard H. Bur 1943 es h of Kenwood Transfer Co was named president of the Young Men’s Bureau of the Cedar Rapids Chamber of Commerce. The University of Iowa senior class of 1943 gifted 1 200 in war bonds to a memorial fund. Treasury Secretary Morgenthau praised Cedar Rapids war plant visits. Lamir Hojka 1933 and Darrell Stevens won a balloon chase near the Louisa viaduct, sponsored by Cedar Rapids Knight Riders. W Craven Shuttleworth was elected president of Cedar Rapids Rotary. Kellogg Hunt of Mt Vernon won first in a play writing contest at Cornell College with The Barber.
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