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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 11, 1973

Page

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Million Transfer Planned to Airport Construction Fund

Cedar Rapids plans to end the airport deficit by year end with amendments to the 1975 budget. Finance Commissioner Nat Schaefer cited a deficit of just over 1 million due to recent land purchases near the airport. A public hearing on December is scheduled, with proposed transfers of 500000 from the airport operations fund and 550000 from the liquor fund to the airport construction fund.

Cedar Rapids Nat Schaefer Schaefer Memorial Commission Deflett Pai

Indoor and exterior Christmas lights ban to save energy

The energy chief William Simon announced a ban on interior Christmas tree lights and on promotional, display, and ornamental lighting for homes and commercial buildings to conserve electricity. He urged turning off nonessential lighting and limiting tree lights to family gatherings. The White House also weighed energy estimates as the oil shortage spurred revisions and industry groups lowered forecasts for crude and refined products. Saudi oil minister hinted the embargo could ease if Israel withdraws from occupied territory.

Washington Wpi Bassion William Simon Silman Simon Goldstein Sheik Ahmed Zaki al Yamani Israel

Auto Price Increases Follow Industry Decontrol

AP reports Ford and Chrysler raised average wholesale prices by about 150, lifting suggested retail averages by around 192. Models like Pinto, Maverick, and Comet each gain roughly 160. GM and AMC expected to post similar boosts, while decontrol links to the end of wage and price restraints sparking wider industry impact.

Detroit Ford Chrysler General Motors American Motors Word Bath Israel U.S Maying He Ecan Page Mom AMC Limi Ital Cdaipany Continand

Supreme Court expands police search powers

The Supreme Court, in a 6 to 8 decision, broadens authority to search when arrests are lawful, overturning a lower court ruling that limited police to pat downs. Justice Marshall dissented, joined by Justices Douglas and Brennan, arguing the ruling abandons long standing Fourth Amendment principles.

District Aft Columbia Thurgood Marshall William O. Douglas Willian Brennan Anne Cahdy

Todays Chuckle Suen keeps gift plan alive

A lighthearted note on holiday preparations with names mangled, mentioning Cartes tape HHS Wonaver Christmas and Voie saving the last year’s gifts, reflecting a playful if unclear local humor item.

Suen

Nixon expansion of trade reform faced emigration limits

Washington report details Tuesday vote pressure over a major trade reform bill tied to expanding President Nixon power. The measure would ease restrictions on Soviet emigration while imposing new controls, with veto threats and a debate over tying relief to leave approvals and credit terms.

Washington Nixon Bane Isa Congress

Hines Expected To Resign From Airport Group

Airport Commission chair Don Hines is poised to resign from the panel, possibly by the next city council meeting. Commissioner Joseph Mladky urged clarity while the board discussed the newly drafted airport master plan and future needs.

Hines Airport Group Roger Gree Cédar Rapids

Hint Hughes Data Targeted in Watergate Breakin

Washington reports indicate investigators consider a link between the Watergate breakin and information about Hughes ties to the Nixon brothers. Transcripts reveal a theory the burglars sought data on Lawrence O'Brien and Hughes Associates dealings including a Nevada nuclear testing matter and influence over Air West sale and AEC actions. The case ties Donald and Edward Nixon to Hughes via business and political favors while subject to ongoing legal challenges.

Washington UPL Breakin Fortiegic Investigulors Mrr O'Brien L. A Hughes Nevada Secres Senate Hughes Associates Aubrey Robinson U.S. Court of Appeals Brien Nixon Donald Lawrence O'Brien F. Donald Nixon Edward Nixon Las Vegas Air West Airlines AEC Charles Samuel Dash My. O'Brien Democratic National Committee Washes Tool Ca Dob Meier Dana Nixon

Linn County 18 Month Budget Cuts Levy in 12 Month Plan

Linn supervisors adopted a 18 month budget proposing 12 794 406 for 1974, cutting the levy to 17 533 from 18 688 as federal revenue sharing and ADC payments reduce local costs. Substantial staff cuts were made while fairs and 4 H club funds remained unchanged. The plan runs Jan 1 1944 to June 20 1975 with 12 928 183 to be raised by property taxes. Increased costs noted include telephone, insurance, utilities, fuel, and institutional care. BRUSSELS AP Belgium lifts Sunday pleasure driving ban on Dec 30 and Jan 22 due to holidays.

Gear’ Rounds News Linn ADC Sus Tadej Eaid

Rockefeller to devote time to national water panel leadership

Gov. Nelson Rockefeller announced he will resign as New York governor to head two major commissions on national issues. He said he is not a candidate for the presidency in 1976 and would consider a run only under certain conditions late in 1975 while remaining chair of the two panels. Malcolm Wilson will succeed him as governor.

Albany N.Y Nelson Rockefeller Yuestay Rockefeller Twe The Commission For Critical Choices For National Commission On Water Quality Malcolm Wilson Wilson New York State Tse Critical Choices Commission Ford Kissinger G.O.P Heuer

Being Nice Pays Off and a New York Tale of Struggle

A gifted young man named Branchi in Manhattan helps an elderly widow, Mrs. Field, by delivering groceries and running errands for 14 years, aided by $8 weekly from an APS tech branch. His acts of kindness grew into a lifetime effort after her death, as he inherited items from her estate and reflected on the motives and consequences of his generosity. He remains living with his father and plans to pursue further education and work while continuing to honor Field's memory.

New York APS Tech Manhattan Nike John Wag Mtchel Sig Ric John Boys Blanehi Mlotd Jo A Thar Meld

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