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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 19, 1975

Page

2

Marion and Linn County Deaths and Local Notices

Obituaries notice two Marion and Linn county residents Tony Hepker age 64 and Dewey E Lint 76 both died in Cedar Rapids area hospitals. Hepker a painting contractor retired 1969 born Sept 26 1910 in Palo married to Alice Wahl Sept 10 1957 services Thursday 10 30 am Murdoch Marion burial Cedar Memorial Park. Lint born July 31 1899 Robins married Alice Eckhart Dec 20 1923 employed at Allis Chalmers 33 years member First Baptist Marion Local 1316 UAW service Friday 10 30 Murdoch Marion burial Oak Shade. Memorial and visitation details and several local notices follow.

Tony Hepker Eleventh Street Linn County Marion Cedar Rapids Palo Alice Wahl Mt. Pleasant Hopker Robert Moenk Hiawatha Lorenz Bragg Springville Ruth Sickles Anamosa Larry Wille Edward Rich Rupert Hopker Ottumwa Murdoch Chapel Glen W. Lamb Cedar Memorial Park Dewey E. Lint Marion and Linn County Robins Alice Edna Eckhart Lint Allis-Chalmers Co First Baptist Church of UAW Kenneth Scott Kenneth G. Lint Escondido Calif Douglas K. Lint Hemet Curtis Lint Charles Moore Oak Shade Cemetery Murdoch

Deere Recalls Lawn Tractors After Transmission Failures

John Deere recalls about 1,400 Model 400 lawn and garden tractors for possible transmission linkage pin failures that could cause sudden stops. The company halted sales, asks owners to return units for repair, and plans to fix 3,300 more before resuming marketing. Horicon Wisconsin plant manufactures the models priced around $3,630.

Washington John Deere & Co Moline Ill John Deere Horicon Wis

Allen Sentenced For 1972 Slaying

Thadius A. Allen, 19, was sentenced to 10 years in the state reformatory for the 1972 killing of a service station attendant. Co-defendant Robert Winfrey, 20, already serves a life term for first degree murder in the same case.

Des Moines Thadius A. Allen State Reformatory Robert Winfrey

Kansas City Under Consideration for 1976 GOP Convention Site

Republican national committee chairman Mary Louis Smith said Kansas City is very close to meeting room requirements for the 1976 convention. She noted the committee near a decision and that Cleveland and Miami Beach also are being considered as sites.

Des Moines Kansas City Mary Louis Smith Republican National Committee Cleveland Miami Beach

Jennie Schminkey Dies in Marion at 64

Jennie Marie Rabe Schminkey 64 of 1824 Seventh Avenue Marion died in a Cedar Rapids hospital after a long illness. Born April 2 1911 at Palo she married George Ivan Schminkey June 2 1937 in Marion. Survived by husband two daughters Marilyn and Iva Jean Griffin two sisters and two grandchildren. Services Thursday 1 30 pm Turner Chapel East with Rev Hardy Powers and Rev Douglas Gunsalus burial Palo Cemetery. Memorial fund established. Board To Meet Marion park board will meet Wednesday at 5 p.m. in the parks department offices at city hall.

Jennie Marie Rabe Schminkey Seventh Avenue Marion Cedar Rapids Palo George Ivan Schminkey Belleville Ill Joe Kwapil Turner Chapel East Hardy Powers Douglas Gunsalus Palo Cemetery Turner East

Bronfman Kidnap Plot Staged Months Earlier FBI says the abduction of Samuel Bronfman 2nd was planned months in advance with a $2.3 million ransom demanded

The FBI states Mel Patrick Lynch and Dominic Byrne admitted seizing the 21 year old in August and threatening the Bronfman family to meet the ransom. Bail set at 500000 and 200000 with state charges pursued for crossing no state lines. Samuel Bronfman spent his first day free at his mother's estate while the family avoids media.

NEW York Samuel Bronfman FBI U.S. District Court Mel Patrick Lynch New York City Dominic Byrne U.S Martin D. Jacobs Lynch Byrne Westchester Carl Vergari Brooklyn Joseph Conley Edgar Bronfman Bronfman Samuel N.Y Matthew

Lawyer Found Innocent of Slugging Mauldin

Chicago judge acquits lawyer Thomas Flanagan of attacking cartoonist Bill Mauldin amid conflicting testimony. Mauldin alleged a broken nose and expulsion of a camera during a May 23 incident at Flanagan's apartment party for Mayor Daley's son and his fiancée.

Chicago Thomas Flanagan Bill Mauldin James Zafiratos Flanagan Mauldin Daley John Mary Lou Bhatta

South Korean Bishop Loses Appeal Over Conspiracy Aid

Seoul AP report says Roman Catholic Bishop Daniel Tji received a 15 year prison term after a military court found him guilty of aiding an alleged student conspiracy against President Park Chung Hee. The Supreme Court rejected his appeal as baseless.

Seoul Supreme Court Daniel Tji Chung Hee Park Park

Class B Band Wins Governor's Cup At Iowa State Fair

Des Moines AP reports East Central High School from Miles captured the Governor's Cup as the top parade band at the Iowa State fair. Valley High of West Des Moines won Class AA, Western Dubuque of Epworth won Class A, Sigourney won Class B, and Lynnville Sully won Class C.

Des Moines Des Moines Chamber of Commerce East Central High Miles Valley High of West Des Moines Western

Cedar Board Debates Posse Liability After Report

Tipton Iowa Cedar county board says it did not approve a one year trial of a three man sheriff posse and seeks an attorney general opinion on liability if a posse were approved. In other business, the board rezoned two acres near Springdale from agricultural to residential.

Tipton Cedar County Board of Supervisors Herb Sondergard Springdale

Tipton Council Accepts Resignation and Sees Curfew Reading

Tipton City Council accepted the resignation of Councilman Harold Heich effective immediately as he moves to Iowa City. Charles Linn is named to replace him, while a first reading on an 18 and under curfew ordinance was approved. The council also created a nine member recreation board and approved a 376.95 purchase for police radios and walkie talkies.

Tipton Harold Heich Iowa City Heich Charles Linn Tipton City

Mother and Daughter Hurt When Bicycle Is Struck

Kathrine Schau and her daughter Kim, both injured when Kathrine's bicycle was struck from behind by a car driven by Richard Hammel on Montgomery street in Decorah. Kathrine was in fair condition at St. Mary's hospital Rochester. Kim in satisfactory condition at Winneshiek County Memorial hospital with scratches and bruises. charges pending.

Decorah Kathrine Schau Kim

Notices of Probate and Executor Appointments in Iowa Estates

Public notices announce probate actions in Iowa courts for the estates of Ethel Clara Goodyear Vernon Lumpa and others. Executors are named with deadlines for filing claims within six months from second publication and creditors warned to present claims to the clerk of the district court.

Ray Ethel Slaga Ethel Clara Goodyear Clara Ane Marion, Lowe

City Meeting Discusses Zoning and Utilities

City officials and residents gathered to discuss rezon ing changes for 3rd and 5-3 zoning proposals addressing sewer hook ups and fire safety. The session covered road and bridge repairs costs and a hearing on sewer connections and shared costs with the engineering office present.

Gor Hosley Ramek Rura Jaycees Central Jefferson McQueen Lps Mo Neal Dot Tobe Hummer

Sheriff’s sale notice of Linn County Iowa

A notice states a sheriff sale in Linn County Iowa after a court action in favor of a creditor for a stated sum plus interest and costs. The sale is scheduled for September 1975 at 10 15 a.m. in front of the Cedar Rapids courthouse, conducted by the county sheriff.

Public Auction Notice in Linn County Iowa

General Execution No 54 32 1274 issued by Linn County District Court directs sale of real estate in Mt. Vernon Iowa to satisfy judgment. Property listed as Lot 1 Block 12 Fri ing Town Mt. Vernon and is to be sold to highest bidder for cash in Cedar Rapids Iowa. Sale date September 1975 preceding court open hours.

District Court State of Iowa M. Eliza Fe Court House Cedar Rapids Linn Cedar Reps Elley District Court of Linn Coun Glyde Miller Linn County Iging Town Mt. Vernon Rona An Cedar Ee Linn Coun Y Lowa Rapids Oater Gary Be Philip Fobney Dunn Philip Rodney Dunn Philip & Ar Seemeet Erry

Sixteen Congressmen Arrive in Yugoslavia for Eight Day Visit

A group of 16 U.S. congressmen led by House Speaker Carl Albert arrived in Belgrade for an eight day official sojourn. The delegation followed visits to the Soviet Union and Romania and was greeted by Kiro Gligorov and Yugoslav officials at the airport.

Belgrade Yugoslavia U.S Carl Albert D-Okla Soviet Union Romania Kiro Gligorov

Notice of Contract Forfeiture On Real Estate In Iowa

A forfeiture notice addresses Steven L Conway and Ann Conway as contract purchasers and James D Feverheim and Katherine Feverheim as sellers. It states a sale contract dated Oct 28 1974 for Lots 10 and 11 in Black County Iowa with payments totaling 225 monthly, defaulted in 1975, and demands payment within 30 days to avoid forfeiture under Iowa law. The notice is dated June 26 1995 and signed by attorney Joseph J Severn.

Steven L. Conway Ann Conway Hus Upstair Py & Patrica Siites Y Albia Wehemnet Black County Iowa Linn Eringe Faverfelm Sahorskty Ee Dows Mev J Neo Eccome Glorney Ees

Probate notice for Homer Herwig estate in Iowa court

Notice to heirs and interested parties that Homer Herwig has a will dated January 7, 19 century unspecified. The district court in Iowa will probate the will and appoint Kenneth, the clerk, to handle the estate. Creditors and claims must be filed within one year or be barred. This notice dated August.

Homer Homer Herwig Wine District Court Ace Ted State of Iowe Michael R Becker Dee Michael F. Becke Beccese Aveuil Becker Pearing Lillian V. Becker Cuwe Antion Procos Ted Ris Iain Tor Lowa

Gazette Want Ads Summary Note

The Gazette listings show pricing by line and duration for small and four line ads with various minimums and box numbers. It includes personals and a MORtuaries- Monuments line and a generic birthday and weight loss notices.

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Probate notices and wills in Linn County Iowa

Notice of probate and will admission for Amelia Stritesky estate and multiple probate matters in Linn County Iowa. Executors named include E Cervenka J Young and others with six month deadlines for claims and challenges.

Marion County Iowa Official Notice Voter Polling Place Change

Official notice to Ward One voters in Marion Iowa of a polling place change from Marion Armory to Mentzer School on Second Avenue Marion under Linn County authority. Notice dated August 15, 1975 remains in effect until rescinded.

Marionounty Tian Iowa Marion Second Avenue Linn Eay Tucthat Linn County Secions

Tax Court Meets at Wuterviews Avenue Budget Discussion

A note outlines income tax procedures and the role of H R Block in preparing returns. The piece highlights the rising demand for tax services and changes in filing guidance impacting taxpayers and preparers.

H&r Block Income Tax Cour

Also Mentioned on This Page

YMCA The Marion Ymca Gene Clancy Third Avenue Mark Jensen Valleyview Drive Fred J. Gibson and Co Retail Bureau Marion Division Chamber of Commerce Farmers State Bank Donald L. Allen Twenty-first Street Sally K. Thompson Outlook Drive Dallas I. Miller North Pointe Road Randy C. Benesch Walker Steven L. Larson Eighth Street Douglas A. Reed Fifth Avenue Richard J. Limkemann Colorado Drive Robert L. Becker Christine K. Soukup Enrique G. Almirall Johnson Avenue John R. Vaughn Toddville Ronald D. Melchert Timothy R. Quigley Edward W. Read Eighth Avenue Dewey Lint Stickney’s Adv Allen Jennie Schminkey Marion Park Board Parks Department City Hall Bronfman Caper Sam Purchase Estate Sigourney Lynnville-Sully Cedar Board Cedar County Tipton Union School Mississippi River Voust Vernon Vm Soutente M Lumpa Coun Itv Lowa Ae Preian Tuctier Vie and Mutien Attorneys Bramere Saar Hopias Lows Oeach Dallas, Smith Harmon Horney Nor ARERR R . R. Ege Cor Lotingi Ieee & Fev Fom Segtion Coa Street Ision Lee Eee Ted P Lewis Attor Rata Eran Euphagton Timothy Lee Henry Maite Sens Tne Tim United Ees Lowe Sore Shail Wise Shail Wise Allowed Or Bald Suc Be 129 90 Dav August 1975 Enneth — Wolleat Liecutor Marion, Iowa Silliman Gray and Stapleton Attorneys Tor i Eee Bao Separa Oul St Egton Hubert Hapaush Tober Kenneth E Saleen Oriorama Seedri Trust & Savings Gorar Gorener McNeat Sheriff's Wortece Joris Ssn Seph J. Severn Ie Ious Oubicah Executive Marketing Co., Inc Val Gratia Ag Wes George Joan McCord Novak Monument CO 14Th Ave SE Gorden Cedar Memorial Gordon Eternal Love Wendy Oreo Sheoner Marie Mays Rugs CpTown Evans Bridal Services Op Baek Erogaboom Ste of Iowa Amelia Res Aitesn Sons Sarena Crates Rogaty Rvenko Ee Cedor Siade Siade Attor Bele O Sagan JOB Printing Anete 6 Inc Third Street SE Kenneth Scruth Lee SY Shum Iinstruction H & R Block America 1St Ave
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