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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Aug 22, 1972

Page

5

Four File for Linn-Mar Posts in School Board Election

Four men filed nomination papers for Linn-Mar school board seats. Incumbents A H Coles Arne Hedenstrom and Paul Kramme seek three year terms, Wayne Engle runs for the two year completion term, Leon Gompert declines the two year post. Frank O Connell seeks re election as treasurer with a term ending June 30 1973, deadline for filings is tonight with secretary in the administration building.

Linn- Mar Board of Education Sidney Schwartz A. H. Coles Devonshire Drive Cedar Rapids Arne Hedenstrom Ridge Drive Paul Kramme West Fourteenth Avenue Wayne Engle Route 3 Leon Gompert Schwartz Frank O’connell Twenty-third Avenue O’connell

Luerkens Win Taxi Contract For Dubuque

William Luerkens former Marion residents win Dubuque taxi contract after seven months without service. City council revoked Joe Even’s license, expects service to start September 9 with 10 to 20 cabs. Eta Iota Beta Sigma Phi day activities set for tonight at 6 30 with a potluck at 2965 Twenty Sixth Avenue.

William Luerkens Marion Dubuque Joe Even Luerkens Eta Iota Chapter Beta Sigma Phi William Thompson Twenty-sixth Avenue

Burgess Pleads Guilty in Iowa Drug Case

Kent Burgess, 25, of Iowa City pled guilty in Johnson county court to possession of marijuana and received one year probation. The charge arose from a June 2 raid on a rural farmhouse along route one in Amana, conducted by Linn county sheriff officers and Cedar Rapids police.

Iowa City Kent Burgess Johnson County Burgess Route One Amana Linn County Cedar Rapids

Drug Counts Dismissed for Two Iowa City Men

In Johnson county district court Judge Clinton Shaeffer dismissed possession of hashish charges against 21 year old Paul H. Joseph of Iowa City and possession of marijuana against 28 year old Richard J. Edwards. Both arrests were in May, with Joseph on May 17 and Edwards on May 2, due to insufficient evidence.

Iowa City Paul H. Joseph Johnson County District Court Clinton Shaeffer Richard J. Edwards

Marion Municipal Phone System Attracts Broad Public Interest

Public inquiries surge at city hall after state and national magazine coverage of Marion’s municipally owned telephone system. Stories appeared in Iowa League of Municipalities May issue, Nation's Cities June, and International City Management Association mid August, drawing requests from 20 entities including an Oregon city and a North Carolina county with 200,000 residents. All inquiries focus on money-saving aspects. no local government requests yet. August ads note Berger Farrier Marion sale and Marion YMCA closures amid fall registrations.

Marion Iowa League of Municipalities Nation’s Cities International City Management Assn Robert M. L. Johnson Iowa League Nation Iowa City Oregon North Carolina Maine

Nixon Signs Big U S Pay Raise

President Nixon signed a bill to boost wages for about 650,000 blue collar federal workers by 4 percent by April 30 1973 with higher boosts for those near the top of the scale and extending the wage board system to 175,000 nonappropriated fund employees. The raises apply once economic controls are lifted but no later than April 30 1973.

Washington Nixon

Rogers Intended No Flat Prediction Says State Dept

Washington AP report says Secretary of State William P. Rogers did not intend to make a flat prediction when he told an interviewer he believed a negotiated settlement to the Vietnam War would come either before or shortly after the elections.

Washington State Department William P. Rogers

Breakin Reports Two Cases of Pop Stolen at Sigourney

Keokuk sheriff's office says two cases of soft drinks were taken during a break in at Haysville Lumber Co. south of Sigourney. Burglars forced the rear door to gain entry Monday night.

Sigourney Haysville Lumber Co Keokuk

Johnson Budget Of 6,218,877 Given Approval

IOWA CITY The Johnson county board of supervisors approved a 1973 budget of 6,218,877, boosting Iowa City village rate by 1.500 and county rate by 1.522, up from 5,643,027 in 1972. Milage rates stand at 14.553 for Iowa City, 16.196 for towns, 28.534 for the county. The board also accepted a revised county expenditure fact sheet from the state auditor, clearing prior illegal transfer allegations related to county shop expenses. It plans a 4,500 grant to the Iowa City Crisis Center, contingent on administration by the county mental health center, with 5,435 requested. The appropriation awaits formal approval Tuesday.

Iowa City Johnson County Board of Supervisors County Conservation Board Linn County Iowa The Conservation Board Busiding Central City SUD Pinicon Ridge Park Board of Linn CTA County Conservation Board Cou F Linn A Brookman Cellarapids State of Board of Supervisors Linn County Board of Supervisors Cedar Rapids Kingston Clifford Geo. W. Clifford Arthur L. Williams Ic Board of Supervisors Linn

Parents Seek Four Way Stop At Intersection West Union

West Union parents pressed the city council to install a four way stop at highway 18 and 150 to safeguard children crossing on their way to school. Council will consult the Iowa highway commission about the change while approving a $25,000 sidewalk project linking the elementary school pool and high school with cost sharing split 50 50, though school officials prefer 60 40 in favor of the city.

West Union West Union City Iowa Highway Commission

Attendance Down At Fayette Fair

Fayette county fair secretary Gene Alkorn said the preliminary 1972 fair attendance was lower than 1971. He blamed hot humid weather while noting the ban on games of chance likely did not affect attendance. The fair ran from August 15 to August 20.

Fayette Gene Alkorn Fayette County Fair Alkorn

Funds for Palisades Park Project Okayed

Congressman John Culver announced a $2000 Department of the Interior grant to the Iowa Conservation Commission to acquire about 3.84 acres for Palisades Kepler State Park. The land will expand public outdoor recreation and aid trail system development.

MT. Vernon John Culver Department of the Interior Iowa Conservation Commission Palisades-Kepler State Park

Retirement pondering and a cryptic financial tip

A reader jokes about retiring at 65 and seeks ads for funds while recalling advice from a seller to wait until fall when values may rise. The letter mocks the seller's crystal ball claim and notes Sam Shulsky will answer questions only in the fall.

Dial Mr. Shulsky Sam Shulsky He Gazette

Manchester Council Approves Zoning Change for Kreiger House

Manchester officials endorse a planning commission proposal to rezone Dr. R. A. Kreiger’s residence from a single family dwelling to a multiple family dwelling. The vote marked a shift in housing use for the property and aligns with city zoning plans.

Manchester Planning Commission R. A. Kreiger

Survivors of crash remain in hospital in Iowa City

An Algona couple, the sole survivors of a weekend two car crash near Titonka that killed seven people, remained hospitalized at the University hospitals burn unit. Ronald Rudolph was listed in critical condition and his wife Patricia in fair condition. The accident also killed the Rudolph children and four others in the two vehicles.

Iowa City UPI University Hospitals Ronald Rudolph Titonka Rudolph Iowa

Notices of Estates Wilma Rammelsberg and Mary A Smith

Legal notices announce probate for Wilma J. Rammelsberg and Mary A. Smith in Iowa Linn County Cedar Rapids detailing appointment of administrators on August 10 and August 9 1972 with estates open for creditor claims and six month filing deadlines. Attorneys Fisher Pickens and Barpig listed for administration and court notices to creditors.

City Council Hiawatha Iowa discusses permits and bonds

The August 6 1972 regular meeting of Hiawatha Iowa city council covers issuing a liquor permit to Robert Voeltz, a building permit for Brown and Dyer, a $1728.15 bill to the Bonding Attorney for 1970 street improvement bonds, sidewalk notices in new additions, and a plan to keep 1 380 half a mile west of Hiawatha. Budget meetings and insurance discussions accompany routine city business.

Hiawatha Iowa Ey. Guthridge Wyrick VanderLinden Higgins Seifried Robert Voeltz Brown & Dyer Mr. Tucker

Notice of Will Probate and Creditors for Berry Stoneking Estate

Notice is given that on August 1 1972 the will of Berry Stoneking deceased was admitted to probate in the district court. Neva Stoneking and Jean Moore were appointed executors. Claims must be filed within six months from second publication or be barred. Creditors urged to present claims for allowance. Dated August 17 1972. Executor Neva Stoneking Mount Vernon Iowa and Jean Moore Mount Vernon Iowa. Attorney W Lawrence Cedar Rapids. Second publication August 29 1972.

Lowa RR St Sour Wilma J. Rammelsberg Wilma Rammel Om Estate District Court Ovine Charlammelsberg Cedar Rapids Iowa State of Linn Coun Mary A. Smith Fisher Ponn Rapids Fisher, Pickens and Bar Pig Linn Marr Patricia George Patricia Louise Swabey George Swabey Susan Lynn Swabey Linn County Ased Porene ‘Loredad Berry Stoneking Harry Stoneking Neva Stoneking Jean Moore Mount Frogde Iddlu State of Iowa i Yor Linn County Rush Eclizzabeth Conrad Ruth Elizapeth Coriraa Ruth Elizabeth Conrad Norma Bb. O’boyle Norma B. O'Boyle Aldrich J. Poula Aldrich J Eliewence Aanes Paula Fisher, Yarowsky Martin Averneys George B. McUlloch George B. McCulloch V. Victoria Reuben H. Sewell Helen Watson Crowanes

Notice of intention to forfeit real estate contract

Notice to Ames J Morris of vendors interest assignment and missing payments on contract dated 26 1966 for real estate in Cedar Rapids Iowa Eight in Block Two in Wellaton Park Addition known as 1010 1st Street SE Cedar Rapids Due to missed monthly payments 85 and missed escrow taxes and costs of service The notice states forfeiture will occur unless cured within 30 days after service and completion of notice terms and conditions Fraudulent or unclear details omitted per source

Ames J. Morris Vendees Guy Eelent Glads R Linn County Iowa Pape James J. Morris Ass Rae Sompace Folowing Well Waton Park C Rapids Lath Street Cedar Rapids Sid Pith Sirei Waterloo Dorothy G.ndurant E. F Koena

Notice of Probate of Will and Executor Appointment

The matter of the estate of Ruth Elizabeth Conrad deceased in Linn County. The will dated May 12 1972 was admitted to probate August 17 1977 and Norma B. O Boyle was appointed executor. Creditors and interested persons must present claims promptly. R M Fassler attorney for the executor.

Executor Appointed in Linn County Probate Case

Aldrich J Poul a deceased. Agnes Paula appointed executor of the estate after probate on August 3 1972. Creditors urged to file claims within six months of publication. Cedar Rapids Iowa legal firm Fisher Yarowsky and Martin represent the executor.

Fisher, Yarowsky & Martin Attornays Cedar Rapids Iowa

Bids Sought for Legal Liability Insurance Linn-Mar District

The Linn-Mar Community School District invites sealed bids for legal liability protection covering board members and certain staff with limits of 100000 per loss 1000000 aggregate and a 1000 deductible. Information on specifications and specimen policy available from the District Secretary.

Linn- Mar Linn-Mar Board of Education

Probate and financial notices from Linn County Iowa 1972

Probate notice for Reuben H. Sewell names Helen Watson as executor with one year to contest the will. Foreclosure petition filed in Equity by Greater Iowa Life Insurance against Ernest and Marilyn Freeman and others over Lot 108 Twin Pine Seventh Addition. Linn County Supervisors agenda includes bonds, permits, road closures, tax cancellations, and a county budget hearing notice held August 2 1972 with multiple accounts and expenditures listed.

District Court of Iowa Linn County Greater Iowa Life Insurance Company Ernest W. Freeman Smussen American Finance Corporation State OF Iowa Iowa Recorder’s Office Linn Linn County Recorder Twin Pine Cedar Rapids Linn County District Court Third Avenue Bridge Simmons, Perrine, Albright & Ellwood Merchants National Bank Marshall Hardesty, Jr Rd of Supervisors Board of Supervisors The Coun Martin

Notice of probate of will in district court Iowa

In the District Court of Iowa an estate matter titled Robey Pattie B Rubey was admitted and George Rubey appointed executor. Notice warns all interested parties to present claims by a specified date or be barred. Notices include deadlines for debts and settlement actions in Des Moines area.

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Berger Farrier YMCA Marion Branch U.S Rogers Johnson Fayette Fair Palisades Park Tavestor’s You Sheldon Manchester Council Dale Guthridge Joan L. Biederman William Cooper Kenneth L. Moon Guaranty Lawrencettorney R. M. Fassler E. Thompson Board Tof Education James T Holm Proceedings OF Supervisors Court House George Clifford Emmons Verne Wood Robert L. Pepin Washington Township Jerry Hansen Palo Ue Orville Cox Springville Nes Stanley J. Drakos Bertram Carl Kintzle Linn Fire District No. 4 Comet Oil Company Center Joint Joe O'Dell Iowa Beer and Liquor Control Department Belmont’s Grocery RR 3 Belmont Menecek Robert W. Johnson International Conference of Building Officials Kansas City Missouri 29Th Avenue Alburnett Road Ctr SE Corner NE Corner Robert Melsha Board of Adjustment C. & Nwrr Linn-Benton Code of Iowa 63Rd General Assembly Jinn County Ounty Farnham McCellan Bowen Floyd Co Pokorney Alice Scott Alcohatism Research Siousland Whee Choces Statutes Hospital Stone David University Weland R. Evenile Cou Relz Hark Atty Sain Attorne Harstad Brentei Attor Humphreys Cloyd E Torney Jones Co Kayes Kreuter Adam A Atty, A Linn Go General Fund Supdnos Linn Co Ate Road Fund Mercy M Hospital Smythe Jerry J St. Lukes’ Hospital St. Lukes’ Hospital, ‘Criminal In? Vesee 7.50 Stenographic “Machines ” “Inc WSC Charles W. Name Dic Ee Oe Corp Cartwright Supply Co Point Gorman Richard D Thermogaé Co C.R Ray ‘Lumber CO Salar Aeen Oo Ce Ht Jones Co Cabrio Rob Hss Kocn Bros Seem Supply Linn Coop Oil Mee Jones FS Inc Linn Soft Minnesota Mining and Mfg Monroe Nelson Jerry D Rds Rower Equip Co Galaries Arpenter John Ee Ford Reeen Marvin Randall Philip O Andrews Henay Joy Hinchline Charles Pelper Taaees Sy , Oaverne Aes da Seeman Raphael Simonds, Ivan Taylor Gerald Annis Harold Donald Wee Ay Awn Cece Neers Cameron Ala Saahs Whitfensch Donald Re Boyse Keith Brashears LeRoy Bakerohana Co Beliz Elec Motor CcCc Susan General County Rl Industrial Redit Bureau of CR Cope Oi Shtices Misc Oreene Robb Bickel Sredi- Halleta Buplicaiins la Eleca & Pwr Linn Oa Prey Road Fund Blome Delores Broxey Collier Chris Gladwin i Gien Mona Westphal Poor— Anderson L Inc Andrews Bi Bellew Jaxton Rosa’ Fund Marion Tv’ Inc Paramount Phcy Paulson Electric Co Rapids Real Estate Rawson Terry Jen’ Rees Dean Rent Roushar_Phcey Gentile Hs Sete St. Lukes Hospital Cale ‘Denny Helen Hardy Betty la Elec Lt & Pwr Phey Weland Cat Tai Barrett Judith Cn Briney W J Ea Eing Publishing Co City Water Dept Utilities William Rent Cox Eleanor Supplies Dept of Hith Es Education Welare, Medical Bldares Ars Edison Hey Ren Mercy Wall Leta Safi Reeness A Erry Orkman Beverly Benson Buchanen N Co M Merrit Ferna Powers Sylvester Jolub Pert Vanourtelehard Burnet Cushing Allen Raymond Wessel Edward J White Clark Glenn Loy Dennis Mlennad Rector Edward Stanford Steve Ses Stefani Richard Tora Cess Ere Linn Co Marion City Whitier Assi Pol Tiree Piers Ig Keast Velma Heaueen Ramelt Aaa Jané Seary Eeiat IBM Dept of Kacena Co Sasan Balan Uno Eal Afteire Rr Rorman Ediaurnad Oard Williams West Cau Inty C. W. Ceipforp Cmh Pattie Hattie Fas Aay Paget Enlai Edar Rapids Lowa
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