This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 13 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1964
Page
2
The Daily Record forecasts 4 to 6 degrees above normal temperatures from Thursday through Monday with only minor daily changes. Normal highs range from the upper 80s north to lower 80s south, and normal lows from mid 50s north to lower 60s south, with around 0.25 inch of rain expected in occasional showers. Ten weather notes and several local notices follow including traffic fines and births.
Stephen Smith, a year old civil rights worker, leaves a silent vigil in front of Atlantic City convention hall to return home to Marion, Iowa. He and about 100 others have stood or sat in quiet protest since Sunday, with signs and charcoal drawings honoring lynching victims in Mississippi. The protest, led by SNCC and CORE, draws thousands of onlookers along the boardwalk amid bi racial demonstrations connected to Mississippi freedom efforts.
The 96 page audit by McGladrey Hansen Dunn & Co covers the city cash transactions and bonded indebtedness through December 31 1963. It notes a total cash balance of 4 853 051 across seven funds and a rise of 205 008 in year end debt service and related funds. The report also lists recommendations and notes private firm auditing for ongoing consultations.
Two international unions with Cedar Rapids members plan to form the Lithographers and Engravers International Union after ratification of a new constitution. The merged body, to take effect Labor Day, will total about 60,000 members, with locals in Cedar Rapids and other Iowa cities.
Dale E. Rickertson, 21, of route inn DeWitt, sustained minor injuries Wednesday at 9 10 am in a truck pedestrian collision at Fifth avenue and Second street SE. He was treated at St Luke's Hospital and released. Police said the truck was driven by Larry J. Petty, 2340 Thompson Street SE Nol, charges filed.
The Vatican press office issued translations of the Pope's appeal in major languages. In the message, the Pope discusses the fragility of peace, warns against equating life with numbers, and urges a renewed commitment to human dignity. The piece notes accompanying memorials and obituaries for local residents.
Cedar Rapids mayor Bob Johnson asked for no premature judgments as three firefighters acquire 90 day suspensions. He said the fire chief has authority under Iowa Civil Service statutes and that a Civil Service Commission hearing Friday will determine the case.
Iowa delegates to the Democratic convention raised funds to back Hubert Humphrey as Johnson’s running mate. They bought 90 signs for 395, to be used in a Wednesday demonstration when Harold Hughes supports the nomination. Signs urged Iowa to back Humphrey while others favored LBJ or Hughes. Bert Leming of Wilton Junction warned the need for a candidate or risk losing money.
The convention crafts a platform tailored to Johnson’s vision to unite Southern conservatives and Northern liberals, while House Speaker John McCormack attacks Republicans as captured by extremists. Birch Bayh presses Goldwater on nuclear weapon wording as Southern governors sour on Humphrey and back Johnson’s lead.
Midwest De j requests annexation about 340 feet north of High Velopment Co for 130 acres near Spencer estates Cedar Hills development. City council accepted the voluntary annexation Wednesday. Jarea will provide develop space for about 450 additional building lots.
A chaotic protest in Da Nang followed a US hospital aid mission riot where a doctor was attacked. four patients were killed in the unrest. Alabama and Mississippi delegates clashed over loyalty pledges as the convention continued. Governor Paul Johnson condemned the loyalty requirement.
The writer observes teenagers at a concert reacting with screams, fainting, gyrations, and ecstasy when familiar rock signs appear. He argues youth see the music as separate from adults, with competition among fans and a martyr like display by some girls. The scene is described as an unholy bedlam, an orgy of teens.
Bailey notes that attendance at the national committee meeting on Friday will require signing a pledge.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.