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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1955
Page
2
Weather forecast for Iowa signaled clear to partly cloudy skies with cooler nights and mild days through Friday and weekend. Airport wind WNW at 15 knots, sunrise 5 06 am, sunset 7 03 pm. Also reports births and obituaries, local government bills and education notices, and multiple funeral services scheduled across towns such as Riverside Toledo Cascade and Oelwein.
City planners and builders clash over a proposed 10 000 square foot minimum lot size as a zoning shift threatens residential expansion. Leaders like C M Doc Manley and Msgr F R Hruby urge residents to oppose changes, arguing it would drain tax revenue and push development outside city lines. Community members from four city sections demand greater representation on the Plan Commission and warn of affordable housing impacts. A separate protest targets a neighborhood shopping zone near Daniels Park, described as a sore spot for 90 percent of residents along Oakland Road NE.
A list of traffic violations in various Iowa towns results in fines and jail time. Names include Richard Goody Jerome Brehme Joseph Steven Anita Reynolds Harold Chamberlain Mark Jackson Marshal Donaldson Marion Gregg and George Farah. Anamosa funeral notices for Mrs R S McDaniel are shown with service details.
Special to The Gazette Lester Dinsdale 49 father of six was crushed when a tractor overturned on Henry Sieh farm one mile south of Dinsdale Tama county his son Larry witnessed the tragedy Survived by wife and seven children two brothers and four sisters his body sent to States funeral home Traer Iowa
Sen Jenner of Indiana calls for a Senate ban on any U S participation in negotiations that could cede Quemoy and Matsu to the Communists. He introduces a resolution prohibiting government or military officials from entering talks that would empower a Communist police state anywhere. The move follows debate on two country talks and ongoing State Department study of Formosa tensions.
Ralph Breitstrecher, 70, of Clayton Center waived to the grand jury on a drunk driving charge after a two car crash two miles north of Elkader on highway 12. He was uninjured. four others from Guttenberg were hurt and treated at Guttenberg hospital.
Two Cedar Rapids men faced license suspensions in municipal court after reckless driving charges. Marshall Donaldson 42 received a 15 day jail term and 30 day license suspension for crashing into Union depot at 2 15 am. Marion Gregg 28 got a 100 fine and 30 day suspension after driving across a lawn at 1949 First avenue East. Willard Hopp 29 pled innocent to speeding running a red light and resisting arrest and was released on 145 bond with trial set for May 3.
Peiping radio quotes Premier Chou En-lai warning a crisis exists in the Taiwan Formosa area that could spark a new international war. He adds that whether it becomes world war depends on the United States, as no war currently exists between China and the U.S.
The Hinde and Dauch Paper Company straw paper mill in Fort Madison will close June 20. The plant, in operation since 1920, employs 126 people. President Charles E Frohman of Sandusky Ohio said the closing was due to economic reasons.
Cedar Rapids police report two young daughters, Wendy Lou four and Chelsa Lee two, were found alone in a car while their parents Dillman George and his wife, both 2228 Bowling Street SW, drank at the Alibi tavern. Officers took the children home and the case will go to Juvenile Judge James Patterson after a full report is sent to the probation office. Mrs George was questioned by Detective Carl Badger.
Isaac Monson 76 a Cedar Rapids resident for 50 years and retired carpenter died at his home Thursday after a long illness. Born February 28 1884 in Clinton he married Mae O Madison in 1907. He worked 34 years at Cedar Rapids Sash and Door and later Hawkeye Lumber retiring 1953. Survived by wife a son three daughters a brother a sister ten grandchildren and one great grandchild. Services Saturday 1:30 p.m. at Turner chapel with burial in Linwood cemetery. Friends may call after 1 p.m. Friday.
Harry L. Wade 64-year Cedar Rapids resident died Wednesday. Services set for 3 30 p m Saturday at Turner chapel with Dr Theodore Lilley of First Presbyterian Church officiating. Burial Cedar Memorial Cemetery. Friends may call. Wade born Sept 15 1884 Emerick Nebraska joined Railway Mail Service before 21 served 41 years retiring 1947. Survived by two sisters Mrs Bernard Morrow and Miss Alta L Wade Fort Dodge. He belonged to Mt Herman Lodge No 263 A F and A M National Federated Craft No 129 National Postal Transport Association National Association of Retired Civil Employees and the Motorcycle club.
Charles Meskimen born February 21 1880 in Shellsburg died in a Cedar Rapids hospital at 7 55 p m Wednesday after a long illness. He worked at Iowa Steel and Iron Works for 17 years retiring eight years ago. Survived by son Charles Meskimen Jr of Cedar Rapids sister Mrs Georgia Suza of San Francisco and two grandsons. Services set for 3 30 p m Friday at Turner Chapel with Rev Walter Cerka of Sharon Evangelical United Brethren church officiating. Burial in Linwood cemetery. Friends may call at the chapel.
W. O. Tex Short 65 a Rock Island railroad crossing watch man in Cedar Rapids died Wednesday at his son Orville's home in Loma Linda California after a stroke suffered during a holiday visit. He leaves another son Everett of Cedar Rapids, six grandchildren, a sister Mrs. E. E. Bunce of Cedar Rapids, another sister and two brothers in Texas. Native of Texas, his body was taken there for services and burial.
Sylvester M Brainard lifelong Cedar Rapids resident died Wednesday. Services set for 9 a.m. Friday at St. Matthew's Church officiated by Rt. Rev. Msgr. J. D. Kearn. Burial in Mt. Calvary cemetery. Rosary at 8 p.m. Thursday at Monahan funeral home. friends may call.
Private graveside services were held for Bruce Edward Alberts at St Mitchaels cemetery in Norway at 9 30 a m Thursday. The Barta Hesser funeral home directed the arrangements. Survivors include great grandmother Mrs Mary Alberts of Cedar Rapids.
HELMSTEDT Germany AP communist East German authorities hiked fines on overloaded trucks by more than 600 percent tightening pressure on Soviet surrounded West Berlin on Wednesday night.
Marion Foley of Clutier has been granted a change of venue from Tama justice H E Fox to Toledo Justice H P Giger on charges of reckless driving and assault with a knife against John Wacha, city marshal. The bonds were posted by Walter Foley, Foley’s father.
The city council heard from CIO UAW International Representative Lloyd Ferris that garbage crew issues may lead to a strike within two weeks if grievances are not resolved. Ferris accused Mayor Milo Sedlacek of stalling, noting a dispute over an employee’s hourly pay rate among other complaints.
Frank Carideo, former Notre Dame quarterback, was elected president of the Life Insurance General Agents and Managers Association in Cedar Rapids. Officers named include Lowell P. Schwinger, J. Ray Fialka, and Byron Anderson with roles on the board and in key offices.
Inspector Curt M. Kallem of Ellsworth was named deputy commissioner of the Iowa Bureau of Labor succeeding Gerald A. Tilton who resigned. Kallem has four years in the bureau and worked in the Waterloo area as Tilton faces questions over a petty larceny conviction and a federal prison record. Governor Hoegh said he will review how Tilton obtained a state job despite a prior prison term. Arthur T. Wallace of the state personnel system doubted a criminal record was stated as a condition for the job. Tilton had six years of state service.
OELWEIN The city council voted unanimously in a special session to widen North Frederick street to 49 feet. Residents protested loss of trees and traffic hazards from nearby sidewalks. Bids on the project are slated to be let Aug. 23.
Brennan Brothers Construction of Lansing wins a 675000 dollar state contract to improve the Blackhawk bridge across the Mississippi. Work covers four sections of the highway from the Wisconsin 35 junction to the bridge.
Chicago report says Raymond Collins of the Anti Cruelty Society will be honored for saving a dog. Collins has endured five dog bites in the line of duty and will be recognized for his actions and dedication.
EDINBURG Texas UP Dick Tracy of San Juan Texas was ticketed for speeding. Police said Thursday that a charge of traveling under an alias was dropped when Tracy produced his driver s license to prove his identity.
County health officials reported a shaky inoculation drive as some schools did not report refusal numbers. Headquarter spokesmen suggested there could be more refusals undisclosed, keeping overall participation unclear.
The Marquette McGregor school pupils and area rural schools began vaccination at 9 am Thursday at the Community hospital. About 92 first shots were given by Dr. W. H. Thomas and Dr. J. Jeon. The Salk polio vaccine for Clayton county arrived in McGregor Tuesday and distribution countywide used 889 inoculations.
Public health officials reaffirm confidence in the Salk vaccine while investigating possibly faulty Cutter Labs batches in California. Three new polio cases in children given Cutter vaccine bring totals to 11, and a Georgia case follows a Lilly produced shot. Drug authorities halt Cutter use pending tests as West Coast school inoculations pause.
A nationwide continuation of the immunization program is urged as Cutter vaccine faced safety questions. Officials halted mass inoculations in several states while the AMA calls for a pause and further testing to determine if polio cases were preexisting or linked to the vaccine.
The council hears arguments on licensing and restraining rules for dogs. Mrs Widmer urges an immediate drive to seize unclaimed dogs under current ordinance while proposing a citizens committee to craft a balanced future policy. Opponents warn against harsh limits and stress owner responsibility and public safety.
The Iowa Senate rejected W. B. Hamilton of Hampton for reappointment to the State Board of Education, marking the second board member turned down this week amid a dispute over pre auditing of expenditures. Four other nominees were confirmed, including Emory Loomis to the State Highway Commission and David Jenkins to the Iowa Employment Security Commission. confirmations of Virginia Bedell and Russell F. Lundy were not acted on in executive session.
A source says only four of about 100 Cutter Laboratory vaccine batches are under suspicion in Berkeley. Dr. Robert K. Cutter and Dr. Jonas E. Salk support the safety move. A U.S. Public Health Service spokesman says Cutter vaccine meets minimum safety, purity and potency standards.
A Cedar Rapids council debates dog control with a citizens committee backing stricter rules. Elderly resident Mr Workman supports action but resents fencing, noting about 70 000 people should not have to guard their yards. Final approval expected at next Monday's session.
Attorney General Brownell announced readiness to file civil antitrust charges over alleged restraint of trade between advertising agencies and publishers. A settlement with industry representatives will be attempted first as a civil action is prepared. The case centers on commission policies of AAAA and NMA and may involve radio TV and magazine publishers.
Secretary of State Dulles said he will testify before a Senate Judiciary subcommittee on Monday to present the administration's opposition to the Bricker amendment redefining presidential treaty making powers. The move marks formal congressional pushback on the proposed constitutional change.
John Ross, 42, tired of officials arguing over who should cut University Park grass in Indianapolis, began mowing the area himself. Police then issued a $2 parking ticket on his car as he worked.
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