Postal Service Delays Decision on Saturday Mail Cut
The Postal Service再examines ending Saturday deliveries after mixed survey results. Postmaster General Bailor cites a comprehensive public opinion study before any final move, with hearings possible if a plan moves forward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Postal Service
Benjamin Bailor
Bailor
Commission On Postal Service
Bailar
National League of Postmasters
San Juan
Puerto Rico
A.C. Nielsen
Study Commission
Nielsen
Lic
Independent Postal Rate Commission
Party Girl Again Denies Bribery Tie
Suzi Park Thomson testified for five hours denying any knowledge of a Korean bribery scheme on Capitol Hill. Her attorney claimed she is persecuted for her national birth, arguing there was nothing she could reveal about alleged payments or influence involving Tongsun Park and other figures.
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Washington
UPI
Suzi Park Thomson
House
Capitol Hill
House Ethics Committee
Tongsun Park
CIA
Philip Hirschkop
U.S
Cancer Study Is Gloomy With Stagnant Five Year Survival
A federal study reported by the Washington Post finds doctors have not greatly extended cancer patients' lives compared with 25 years ago. For 1967-73 white patients had a 41 percent five year survival, blacks 32 percent, with earlier periods lower. Iowa City University Hospital contributed data.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
UPI
Washington Post
The
Post
National Cancer Institute
University of Iowa
Iowa City
FBI Probing Coal Pickets in West Virginia Riot Case
The U S justice department has sent FBI agents to the West Virginia coalfields to probe possible violations of a federal cross state riot statute. Gov Jay Rockefeller says roving pickets from Kentucky hindered strike action nine weeks into a wildcat over health benefit cuts. An aide noted the inquiry will focus only on the riot question.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charleston
W. Va
UPI
U.S. Justice Department
FBI
West Virginia
Jay Rockefeller
Kentucky
Rockefeller
Cedar Rapids Briefs Highlights Local Notices and Events
Cedar Rapids briefs list a zoo committee meeting at Bever park with tours and officer elections, plus community ads for dining, entertainment, veterans news, classes, and local business promotions. Items include promotions, retirements, and public notices from various local entities.
Marx Will Leaves Most To Children In Estate Plan
Groucho Marx leaves his heirs the bulk of a 2.8 to 6 million dollar estate. He endows his three children Arthur Miriam and Melinda with the bulk and gives Zeppo 50000 and Erin Fleming 150000 plus a lifetime curator role. Fleming was involved in a court fight to oust her and any heir suing the will faces reduced inheritance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Los Angeles
UPI
Groucho Marx
Erin Fleming
Zeppo
Marx Brothers
Marx
Superior Court
Arthur Marx
Miriam Allen
Culver City
Calif
Melinda Berti
Mendocino
Fleming
Major quake hits eastern Indonesia near prior deadly quake
A strong earthquake struck eastern Indonesia near the site of a recent deadly tremor. The meteorological department reported the quake occurred Friday and prompted concern over aftershocks following last week’s fatal event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jakarta
Indonesia
Indonesian Meteorological Department
NYC Hid Finance Woes for Years Says SEC Report
Federal investigators allege New York City officials misled the public about the city's true financial condition. The SEC report notes a mixed accrual and cash accounting system unrealistically optimistic revenue forecasts and hidden debt rising as budgets and quarterly revisions ignored shortfalls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
UPI
New York City
Congress
Securities and Exchange Commission
Mandel to Lose Salary and Mansion After Conviction
Marvin Mandel will forfeit his $25 000 annual salary and vacate the governor mansion while he appeals a corruption conviction. He retains the title but not powers until appeals end. Atty. Gen. Francis Burch announced the ruling on Thursday after Mandel and five others were found guilty of mail fraud and racketeering. Sentencing is set for October 7. On this date in 1964 Lyndon Johnson and Hubert Humphrey were chosen to lead the Democratic ticket.
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Baltimore
UPS
Marvin Mandel
Atty
Francis Burch
Mandel
Lyndon Johnson
Sen
Hubert Humphrey
Public Hearings Set on Easement and Zoning Appeals
Notices announce a public hearing September 7 1977 in Cedar Rapids on vacation and disposition of an easement to Paul M Martin with a $100 payment, and rezoning request for Marion Iowa property at Gran Ave and South 22nd St. Objections or support may be presented in writing or at the hearing.
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Peren
Oun Chambers
C Ad
RaPids
Iowa
Paul M. Martin
Lois Rush
Cedar Rapids
Linn O
George P. Hixen
George Pergee
Feowe P
Fixenough
Dor Rapids
Marion rezoning hearing notice and new corporation formed
Public notice announces a rezoning application for premises on Grand Ave in Marion Linn County Iowa with a hearing set for September 1 1977 at 3 00 PM in the City Hall Council Chambers. It also states Gee Asphalt Systems Inc a new corporation organized in Cedar Rapids Iowa authorized to issue 1000 shares and to sell and apply asphalt preservatives with directors Albert G Gee Albert T Gee David A Gee and Robert H Bene.
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Grant L. Ha
Robert J. Marion
Iowa
Grand Ave
Marion
Linn County
Fy Hall
8Th Avenue
Oigne
Mildred M. Stickney
GEE Asphalt Systems, Inc
GEE Asphal Ie
Sarggration
Med St. SW
Cedar Rapids
Albert G. Gee
Albert T. Gee
David A. Gee
Robert H. Bene
Maple Drive N.W
Lowag
Amere Gee Asphalt Systems, Inc
Ten Electrically Operated Fare Boxes Bid Notice
The City of Cedar Rapids Iowa invites bids for ten electrically operated registering fare boxes. Bids due September 14 1977 at City Clerk Office City Hall Cedar Rapids, opened in Council Chambers. Bid requirements include bond, EEOC compliance, and U S Department of Transportation funding terms. Public notice published August 17 1977.
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Bity Hall
Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Lois M. Keller
A Cedar
Lowa
City Hall
Cedar Raigstown
Tme
Ity Hall
Cedar Raad
Edar Rapids
Comptroller General
The
S. Department of Teanspartation, Urban Mass Transporigion Administration
Billy
M. Keller
Cedar Ravids
City council meeting notes and public works discussion
The August 17 1977 session began at 8 00 p m with members Wyrick Batterson and Real present. The council approved a report by NE concerning a project in the Green Belt Area and discussed sewer and sanitary sewer issues for 12th Ave and adjacent East Park areas as well as related regulations.
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Maor Orerick
Wyrick
Batterson
Real
Sun
Jawotho
Rollo
12Th Ave
Reyes
Proterick
Protem
Joan L. Bidermon
Probate notice and civil action in Linn County Iowa
Probate in Cedar Rapids Iowa admits Clifford Lyle Lake as deceased and appoints Lyle Lake executor, with six month window to challenge the will. A separate civil petition seeks $1,900 plus interest and costs from Vernon C Norris for a May 24, 1975 automobile collision. Defendant must appear by October 3, 1977.
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E. E. Laxman
J . Ny
Kenneth L. Perry, Jr
District Court
Iowa District Court
Linn Cacity
Elizabeth Ann Egan
Theodore B. Egan
Robert C. Nelson
Seven Hills
Ohio
Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Linn County
Gretchen M. Roy
Aevis
Gretchen Ar Mnecancer
Paia
Merchants National Bank of
Edor Rapids
Wipares
Store of
Forth County
Clifford Lyle Lake
Slittord i
Lyle Lake
Jack Lyle Lake
Edar Rapids
Lowa
Vernon C. Norris
Mark H. Rettig
Hines, Pence, Day & Powers
Merchants National Bank
Owa
Patricia J. Milne
Sie J. Cummin
Elsie J
Elsie J. Cummings
Cc. Cummings
Pesok
Lloyd A. Cummings
Omona C. Cummings
Primi Te Lowa
Ron. Lowa
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Cedar Rapids Briefs
Zoo Committee
Bever Park
Mr. Vernon
Adv
Timothy Fitzgerald
Martin Fitzgerald
Fruitland Blvd
Navy
Lakehurst
N.J
Naval Weather Environmental
Kedena Air Base
Okinawa
3Rd Avenue SE
Evy’s Lounge
Blair Thorn
Marilyn
Tony
Paramount Theatre
Christ Church
1St Avenue NW
Martin H. Rosen
Marlene
Louis Rund
Toledo
Air Force
Wright-Patterson Afb
Aquarium
Cubs
Bradley D. Ankerstar
Mary Ankerstar
Fortieth Street
Andrews Afb
Ankerstar
Marilyn Thaves
Waverly
Steve
Dennis C. Brouhard
John C. Brouhard
Soutter Avenue
Lowry Afb, Colo
Air Force Air Intelligence Officer
Hill Afb
Utah
Maxines Craft & Gift Shop
1St Avenue
Gary J. Manhart
Harold Manhart
J Street
Jeffery L. DeMar
Francis J. DeMar
Embassy Club
Pierson’s Florists
Avenue Floral
Haere
Nyc
Shuttleworth and Ingersoll
James T. Holmes
Robert D Gopper
Gran Avenue
South 22Nd Street
W. Lawrence
Higley Bidg
NG Sethe Etry Council
Shuttleworth and
Ingersollt Horneys
Bere Ees
Linn Coun Bey
LaVonne
Berndt
John Eilly Oing
Panty
Panty Legal Assistance
S.E
Inn County
Linnounty
Clerck
Linn Countourthouse
Diane S. Hinson
Anna B. Shilhon
Inn
Cour
Esate
Milo Medulan
Milo
Ana
Ayust
Johnn William Hoxecutor
Faches. Klinger Ang G
Mes T. Holm Horney
Aegis Scan
Cedar Rapid
Everark
City & Payment
Code of Iowa
City of Cedar Race
City of Cedar Rapids
State of
Ity
First Street
Opedar Rapids
Benande
Pidders
City of
Cedar Rapido
Erry
Lois M. Keller Lerk
Dorothy Wy
Shipman
Fuanes
City Annual Financial Report
Sims Lehn
Khibdr City
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