Kennedy calls for end to bombing in North Vietnam
U S Senator Edward Kennedy urged an unconditional end to bombing North Vietnam and outlined a four point plan to end the war. He urged negotiations with Hanoi on military withdrawal from South Vietnam, support for a viable South Vietnamese state, and a marked reduction of U S forces this year. Kennedy spoke at Holy Cross college in Worcester amid the shadow of his brother Robert's assassination.
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Worcester
Mass
U.S
Edward Kennedy
North Vietnam
Robert
Hanoi
South Vietnam
Saigon
Kennedy
Vietnam
Worcester Chamber of Commerce
Holy Cross College
No Obligation to Consumer for Unasked Goods
Cedar Rapids chamber of commerce bureau reports unordered merchandise remains common and clarifies that consumers owe nothing for goods not ordered. FTC policy notes no obligation to return or pay unless the goods are used or purchased, and disposal is allowed if not called for within a reasonable time.
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Business Consumers Bureau
Cedar Rapids
Federal Trade Commission
Commission
Carol Manning Charged With Forgery Over $80 Check
Carol W Manning, 29, of 617 Sixth Street SE, arrested on a forgery warrant. She allegedly signed the name James Goodell on an $80 check passed January 24 at Merchants National Bank. Held on $1,000 bond in city jail.
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Carol W. Manning
Sixth Street
James Goodell
Merchants National Bank
Want Ads Promise Quick Savings on Lifetime Buy
A brief classified line touts rapid access to the “buy of a lifetime” through want ads. It emphasizes speed and value, urging readers to act quickly to secure a best deal. The wording suggests a sales pitch aimed at attracting bargain seekers.
Cedar Rapids Considers Cat Leash Law Amid Pet Plea
Mrs. Louis Mooney urged Cedar Rapids City Council to pass a cat leash law. She claims rising cat numbers threaten birds gardens and property citing seven large cats in her yard. The city already enforces a dog leash rule but catching cats poses a key enforcement challenge.
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Cedar Rapids
Louis Mooney
First Avenue NE
Mooney
Southwest Side
Culver Calls for Immediate Talks Over Soviet Czechoslovakia Action
Congressman John C. Culver urged immediate international consultations to address the Soviet invasion of Czechoslovakia. He said the action violates international law and shows military aggression, advocating United Nations involvement and closer coordination with other nations for potential steps.
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Czechoslovakia
Robert
Massachusetts
John C. Culver
Culver
United States
Soviet actions in Eastern Europe threaten U S Soviet relations
Culver analyzes the Soviet union zigzag diplomacy from Warsaw to Bratislava to last night intervention. He argues leadership cohesion and international will suffer while Czech calls against resistance aim to avoid a repeat of Hungary. Resistance would be futile against Soviet military strength, he says.
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Soviet Union
Warsaw
Bratislava
Czechslovakia
Europe
Culver
Hungary
Westinghouse to supply Cedar Rapids Marion warning sirens
Linn County Civil Defense awards 13 sirens to Westinghouse Electric Supply Co. for Cedar Rapids and Marion. Bid price 37,065 with delivery in 30 to 45 days. Five sirens in Cedar Rapids, one in Marion. Marion unit linked to Cedar Rapids fire. Installation includes two more Marion units and new command at Marion fire dept. Regular tests the second Saturday at 10 am, with possible date change for school shelter drills.
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Linn County Municipal Civil Defense Administration
Cedar Rapids
Marion
Westinghouse Electric Supply Co
Marion Fire Department
No Three-Line Rule: Cedar Rapids Impoundment Ordinance Vote
Cedar Rapids City Council gave a second reading to an ordinance granting police power to impound bicycles. Mayor Frank Bosh issued a no vote citing wording that allows impounding not less than seven days, arguing it should cap at seven days and not allow perpetual seizing. Impounding has occurred for years, but true power rested with the court. the change targets unlicensed bicycles.
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Cedar Rapids
Frank Bosh
Bosh
Linn County Jail Praised After Inspector Report
An assistant state jail inspector commended the Linn County Jail as clean and well managed after Aug. 15 inspection. The kitchen was spotless. drinking fountains were missing in some cells. The work release program drew mixed results, though Sheriff Walter Grant and staff were praised for handling inmates effectively. The report notes security features, segregation options, counseling availability, and use of closed circuit TV.
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Linn County
Wiley E. Taylor
Ihut
Walter Grant
Iowa
Cedar Rapids Council OKs Urban Renewal Bond Sale
The Cedar Rapids city council voted to issue and sell 7.111 million dollars in urban renewal preliminary loan notes. Continental Illinois Bank and Trust Co. will buy 5.13 million at 2.87 percent. First National Bank of Boston and John Nuveen Co. will buy 1.981 million at 2.83 percent. The Civic Center loan aims for one year and the Cedar Lake loan for six months.
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Cedar Rapids
Continental Illinois Bank and Trust Co
Chicago
Civic Center
First National Bank of Boston
John Nuveen Co
Cedar Lake
Payment on Lease Sparks $27,000 Suit in Linn Court
Sramek's Jack and Jill Inc files in Linn district court alleging $27,000 due on a lease for Jim's Certified building and equipment at 1831 J Street SW. The suit says the signed lease at $600 monthly ended early in June, leaving the balance unpaid. It credits $1,200 prepaid and notes no new tenant found. Other entries include Sportsman's Novelty Sales vs. C. D. Ross for $4,025.90, a promissory note. Fallon Harris and Klouda vs. Leo Kilberger for $241.10. and default judgments involving King Finance Co. against Glenn G. and others.
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Sramek
Jack and Jill, Inc
Mill Grove Corp
Jim’s
J Street
Linn District Court
Promissory notes and written contract listed in lawsuits
Mabel M Ostrander 225 dollars promissory note. Gabriella Spjut versus Robert J Schulte 500 dollars promissory note. Grant Williams Leasing Inc versus Robert E and Ruth E Anderson 826.39 dollars written contract.
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Mabel M. Ostrander
Gabriella Spjut
Robert J. Schulte
Grant Williams Leasing, Inc
Robert E
Ruth E. Anderson
Armstrong's Air Space Lease Approved by City
The city granted Armstrong's department store air rights over the alley between Second and Third streets SE and SE avenues for 1154 dollars annually. A public hearing drew no objections and the council passed three readings on an ordinance vacating public use of a four inch alley strip for wall supports.
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Cedar Rapids
Armstrong’s Department Store
Second
Third Street
Third Avenues
Armstrong’s
Armstrong
The Flying Nun Turns Convent Into Free-For-All
The Flying Nun spoofs a convent as a comic free-for-all in color. Thursday night at 7 00 on KCRG TV Channel 9 features a playful plot with Sister Bertrille guiding mishaps and mischief.
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Flying Nun
Cupid
KCRG
Itv
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Stak
Hupp
Ife
2Nd Ave
Lady Petitions Council
United Nations
State Department
Dobrynin
Johnson
White House
National Security Council
Prague
Communist Party
Alexander Dubcek
Dubcek
Westinghouse
Burger King
Courthouse News
Linn
Louis L. Holets
Sportsman’s Novelty Sales
C. D. Ross
Fallon D. Harris
Milner M. Klouda
Anderson Body Shop
Leo
Kilberger
King Finance Co
King Loan Co. of
Cedar Rapids Vs
Glenn G
Armstrong's
Kentucky
Gaumboefengs Nursery
Johnson Ave. NW
Hoover School
Burcer
Whopper
1St Avenue SE
Second Avenue
S.E
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
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