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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1973
Page
3
In New York stocks staged a strong rally as traders priced in gains across major sectors. The market showed broad participation with gains in the industrials and tech groups, while trading volumes remained steady amid mixed economic signals.
Cedar Rapids area markets report Friday quotes on hogs and cattle with lots of weight and grade distinctions. Prices listed for No 2 and heavier sows and steers, plus feeder cattle and dressed meats, reflect regional fluctuations and weight-based discounts across several packing and delivery points.
DES MOINES UP I reported the supreme court approved a seven member commission to oversee the new Client Security Fund to protect citizens harmed by negligent lawyers. The one to five year terms include David Elderkin Cedar Rapids Harris Stafford Grinnell John Nagle Davenport John Neiman Des Moines Mrs Leroy Meredith Fort Dodge Marvin Klass Sioux City Sanford Turner Clavinda. The commission begins duties immediately and serves without compensation.
An Arkansas teen was arrested on a robbery charge after allegedly robbing Andra Haddy, owner of the Eleventh Avenue Grocery on a street at gunpoint. Police said Allen was detained at his residence minutes later, with about 45 dollars missing in the holdup.
A New York post reports a delivery dispute tied to threatening mail bearing “Impeach Nixon Now” and promised by a gang, prompting investigation by executives including Civ Wakil and Gal Sradlen. Officials say the mailings violated department rules, and managers Levine Cholfin and others explained their responses amid controversy.
Washington AP reports that despite the energy crisis, the nation's industries rose modestly in November. The Federal Reserve Board index of industrial production increased by 0.2 percent from the prior month, remaining 6.0 percent higher than a year earlier.
Iowa City firefighters fought a three and a half hour blaze at Caunry Cabinets Co on the south Highway. The building sustained heavy water damage and stock losses were reported. Fire Marshal Darel Wortman planned a Saturday investigation with spontaneous combustion in rags as a suspected cause.
Davenport, AP report, details a $1.7 million bank ruptcy at the Blackhawk hotel in Davenport. Assets are cited at $700,000 with annual losses of about $160,000. Ownership lies with Blackhawk American Corp whose officers resigned at a 40-stockholder meeting. The SBA holds the first mortgage and has operated the hotel for six months. American Home Investment Corp controls 50 percent of Blackhawk American Corp. A subsequent note references stockholder meetings to release stock in the failed enterprise. The SBA loan totals $1.0 million, with $1.1 million owed to American lenders.
A jumble of church notices lists worship times and Sunday school every church. Local congregations including Bethel Baptist, First Presbyterian, Ascension Lutheran, and St. Paul Lutheran report mass and service times, with parish addresses and pastors named.
Todd White six of Guttenberg died Friday afternoon when struck by a truck mirror on Highway 52 in Clayton County. The 20 year old driver Raymond Hinaman of Guttenberg remained at the scene. Survived by four brothers and three sisters, funeral services set for Monday at St. Marys Catholic Church with wake Saturday evening at Tuecke Allenstein.
The Iowa State Board of Regents approved a 17 million request to fund state universities and health colleges after federal funds decline. The plan allocates 10.7 million for general operations, 5 million to replace drawn federal funds, and 1.1 million for fuel cost increases. Leaders emphasized the need to substitute federal dollars with state funding for sustained operations.
Animal warden urges public aid as fuel shortages strain shelter services. Shirred reports describe 24 hour emergency coverage planned by the shelter and discussions on keeping animals safe in deteriorating conditions. Local residents were urged to cooperate to prevent further distress in affected districts.
Wayne Conley executive secretary at the high school in the area has been named chairman for the 10M heart fund campaign. Ray Ubihorn of Commewutts announced the nomination, saying the goal is to raise funds for the State Heart Fund. The campaign focus is on community support and public involvement to reach financial targets.
A Saturday fire damaged one switch panel at the Prairie Creek power station on Wa CG street SW. Officials said crews will restore generating capacity as repairs are planned with no timetable given. No injuries were reported and customers may face continued outages.
A cold snap follows a snowfall that left eight inches in Mason City and six in other towns. Overnight lows range from 4 above zero at Sioux City to 23 at Burlington. Forecasters predict decreasing clouds and partly cloudy Sunday with highs near 20.
Independent owner operators led a nonviolent protest blocking diesel pumps at Tubbs Oil Co in Cedar Rapids and planned further action. They cited high fuel prices and supply concerns while criticizing the Teamsters union hierarchy as unresponsive to owner-operators. No violence occurred.
Local government and education leaders voiced uncertainty over future fuel supplies and prices at a state energy conference. Officials urged conservation measures, noted rising oil costs, and called for state assistance and flexible allocation policies to cope with shortages and budget impacts.
Mayor Thomas Tjelme pursues alleged thieves from the Ameri can Legion building after a Thursday night break-in. About 15 cases of liquor valued at 1800 were reported stolen, with several witnesses seeing people entering the building before the chase ended near Chest Street.
In a troubled meet, university athletes faced delays and disruptions. Officials and participants described issues with timing and coordination, hindering results. The incident affected multiple events and left teams seeking clarity on standings and next steps.
Detroit area car dealers report Chrysler plans a price hike averaging 193 dollars per vehicle across its model line. The move affects all currently available compact models and follows an earlier disclosure by company officials.
Washington news reports the American Psychiatric Association votes 13 to 0 with abstentions to remove homosexuality from its list of mental disorders. Activists and professionals describe the move as a landmark step toward deinstitutionalization and equal rights, while critics argue about implications for medical definitions and societal norms.
Eschbach and Kane were elected as representatives of the association's members in northeast Iowa. Eschbach is a Kennedy High School faculty member and Kane a Linn County recorder. Bel, Bel Park, GP, and Perryron were named alternates, with Eselach listed as a member of the state, county and municipal employes association.
A new trial date was set in Iowa City for James Wo Hall who faces a murder charge after his attorney requested removal. The change, prompted by Walls' separate request, delays the proceeding as a potential defense witness concerns emerged.
Mallory stands accused in a robbery case with police reporting an incident at a local Maltiley Street site. The suspect, named Mallory, faces formal charges as authorities continue investigations and prepare court filings.
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