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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 16, 1970

Page

5

Spying on Officials By Army

Senator Ervin said the constitutional rights subcommittee has been acting on spying on officials by the army. The remark came amid controversy over investigations and civil liberties concerns.

Agnew says the course is united and forward

Vice-president Agnew met with 21 Republican governors at Sun Valley Idaho and declared the party is united to move forward. He defended army surveillance of political figures, saying the effort targeted left of center individuals and that testimony will be given next February. Governors offered mixed reactions to the speech at a late breakfast gathering.

Sun Valley Idaho Agnew Sun Valli Sen Adlaij Stevenson Tit Olalsa Kerner Abner Mikva Cam Ervin Peigo Army Mus Neis Vietnam Stevenson Kernet Mikva Ray Town

Sex Education Petition Filed in Johnson County Iowa City

Parents in Johnson County Iowa City filed a petition in district court to determine if sex education courses in the Iowa City Community School District violate the law. They seek Grand Jury action if wrongful acts are found. The petition names the district, school board members, Supt. James Ruesswig, and teachers and principals.

Iowa City — Winery Johnson County District Court Iowa City Grams Jury

Chuckle about a quirky Christmas drain purchase

A playful quip features a proud father asking to buy a drain for his toddler as a Christmas gift. The floorwalker responds with a wry, forward looking aside about future hobbies, capturing a lighthearted newsroom moment.

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Russians Slowing Huge Missile Buildup Seen

The Pentagon reported the Soviets may be slowing the construction of large S89 missiles and leveling their major buildup. Deputy defense official Jerry Friedheim said Moscow would have somewhat fewer than 900 389s under construction, with more than 250 already in combat readiness. Secretary Laird had said in October that over 300 were deployed or under construction at that time.

Washington Pentagon Jerry Friedheim Defense Soviet Union Defense Laird

Toledo Pilot Vanished in Vietnam Found Dead

Special to The Gazette Toledo native Air Force Captain Norbert Podhajsky, 47, piloted a C 123 transport that disappeared over Vietnam on November 28. His body was found. two other aircraft were missing earlier. The wreckage stemmed from thick overcast, with casualties including passengers unconfirmed. Podhajsky served 10 months in Vietnam as a pilot instructor for the South Vietnamese air force and was due home December 2. He was a Toledo High School alumnus and Marshalltown College attendee, with a University of Town degree in political science. He began Air Force service in 1987 and earned pilot wings in spring 1963. Surviving relatives include his mother.

Toledo — Air Force Norbert A. Padhajsky Vietnam Podhajsky Air Force Toledo High School Marshalltown Community College University of Town Lackland Sir Force Base Texas

Guideline for Tuna Leaves Margin of Safety

Washington reports say guideline for tuna safety remains robust amid a nationwide testing and recall drive. FDA scientists warn some cans exceed mercury limits but insist the product overall is safe. officials project market clearance within 90 days and urge continued tuna purchases for households.

Washington UPS Armment Food and Drug Administration FDA Edwards

Yanks Target of Saigon Explosions

In Saigon near Tan Son Nhut airbase two explosions injured and killed people at U.S. facilities. A grenade attack and a bomb wounded several Americans and Vietnamese, with officers unsure how the device entered the building.

Saigon Ramese Home Wall U.S. V Fivers Can Tan Son Nhut Airbase

Draft Violation Charge Report in Rapids News

C R Man aged 22 of 2800 A Avenue NE was charged with draft violation after failing to submit to induction. The case involves noncompliance with military draft procedures and was reported by the Rapids News.

C.R. Man Our Rapids News Thomas ¥. Crump

Rioting in three Polish cities over food prices

In Gdansk Gdynia and Gdansk rioting left many injured and several dead as crowds protested bread and fuel price hikes. Western diplomats noted police fired on protesters and the army was deployed to restore order.

Warsaw UPI Communist Party Jemme PAP Gdansk Pounan Wladyslaw Gomulka Silesia U. S Allen Danielson Port Carte Denielson Jadventuris Poznan Gomulka Gdansk Meyer Tedeusz -Bejv Poland Lagatin

Policemen Help Evicted Families Over Christmas Spirit

In Miami veteran Sgt William Kimbro donated 95 dollars saved for Christmas liquor to fund motel stays for five people, aiding two families. In New York City officers paused an eviction for Sam Labelko and his wife, aiding rent payment. The Labalkes, Russian immigrants in the Lower East Side for 33 years, faced a $155 rent increase. A marshal eviction was delayed while police supported the relief effort.

Miami New York City William Kimbro Manhattan Sam Labelko Lizi Labalkes Russia Lower East Side Sam Tailosman Thomas Finneran Rod Borowski John Finneran Kimbra

Yule Savings Sent to Needy

The Norman Valencia family shared $50 saved for Christmas gifts with Filipinos left homeless by typhoons and earthquakes. Grace 12 Norman 13 and Fo 7 donated the money instead, saying there would be little for their own gift season. Their father works as a foot service employee at Tripler Army Hospital.

Honolulu Norman Valencia Valencia Grace Norman Philippines Varlonely Sait Tripler Army Hosp

Two Killed in Lamont Grash

Two Lamont residents died and a third injured in a car train crash Tuesday near Madison street. Virgil Neuhaus and Verda Neuhaus were killed, William Resler injured with a back injury in fair condition at Peoples hospital. Authorities said the northbound car failed to stop for an eastbound train at low speed. no crossing signal, but warning signs exist. Services for Virgil Neuhaus are planned at Kriesell Fawcett funeral home. survivors include a brother and two sisters. Services for Verda Neuhaus are likewise being arranged at Feeney Knutson funeral home.

Gazetne Lamont Virgil Neuhaus Verda Neuhaus William Resler Peoples’ Hospital Independence Neuhaus Madison Street North Western Bestern E. L. Beach Wain Neulaus Kriesell-Fawcett Funeral Home Ralph Lafont Forest Reed Dean Schommer Masonville Newhaus

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