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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1968
Page
2
The Daily Record notes Wednesday temperatures with a high near 15 and low around 15. Precipitation totals reach 0.07 inches for Dec, 1.26 inches year to date, with normal December 1.43 and normal year 33.18 inches. Barometer falls to 29.77 and noon humidity sits at 73 percent.
Mercy Dee announces births with several new babies in Columbus and surrounding areas including Douglas C Null William Johnson and Lt Hamilton. The weather station report lists wind direction ESE at 16 mph and daily solar events with sun rise and set times and moon phase.
Gunmen attacked an El Al flight from Tel Aviv to New York and Buenos Aires in Athens. One passenger, Leon Shirdan, a 50 year old maritime engineer and retired Israeli navy commander, was killed. a stewardess was injured. A grenade exploded under the right wing, damaging an engine and fuel tank. Passengers fled via emergency chute as smoke filled the cabin. Police detained the two Arabs, who had waited in the transit lounge after arriving from Beirut. The incident sparked a quick government response and a heavy security lockdown at the airport.
Linn county seeks a writ of certiorari to review a state welfare reversal that restored ADC aid to a child after the Linn county board cut off the mother for alleged lack of cooperation. The action hinges on differing readings of cooperation in the Iowa code and welfare policy, with a Jan. 24 hearing set to determine if the ruling should stand.
U S forces resumed offensive operations after a 24 hour Christmas cease fire and struck at enemy troops northwest of Saigon. More than 20 enemy on the move were hit and at least 53 were killed by bombs rockets and artillery, the U S command reported.
U S combat deaths for the week totaled 151 with 838 American wounded and no new casualties reported. Engagements occurred near the Cambodian border as air cavalry scouts spotted enemy groups and U S forces bombed and shelled targets 63 miles northwest of Saigon. The 24 hour cease fire ended, and allied units resumed sweeps north of Saigon and south of Da Nang with 15 major operations under way. During the cease fire 133 incidents were logged with 47 deemed significant. casualties included two Americans, 34 enemy soldiers, and 15 South Vietnamese. Wounded included 36 Americans and 35 South Vietnamese. A U S spokesman noted a communist proposal for further talks on three American prisoners.
A brief public notice urges readers to use want ads to sell, buy, or rent items quickly, offering a contact number 369-1234 for assistance and guidance. It emphasizes the efficiency and convenience of classified ads for local transactions.
Pamela Wilcox vanished after leaving her parents at the YMCA in Des Moines. Clothing tied to the missing girl and found near the YMCA was blood stained, though police reported no blood on the garments. Investigators identified a suspect, Robert Anthony Williams, later linked as Anthony Erthell Williams, a former Missouri hospital patient and YMCA employee, with a history of sex offenses.
Richard L. Kephart 64 a Cedar Rapids resident and Swab Motor Co. employee died Wednesday in Santa Ana California where he had lived since 1955. He was a member of Masonic lodge 139 AF and AM. Survivors include his wife Leona two sons Robert of San Diego and Richard Jr of Barstow two daughters Mrs Robert F Hathaway of Cedar Rapids and Judith Wenzel of Cucamonga ten grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Burial in Santa Ana Saturday.
Joseph J. Diouhy, 48, of 3701 Sixteenth Avenue SW, was pronounced dead on arrival at Mercy hospital after collapsing at the 102 Club tavern on Wednesday night. An autopsy will determine the cause of death.
Mrs Warren Israel age 94 of 1935 B avenue NE Cedar Rapids died Wednesday after a brief illness. Born August 24 1874 in Fairfield she belonged to Central Park Presbyterian church and the PEO. Surviving son Rollin Israel of Portsmouth Virginia and two grandsons. Memorial services Saturday at Turner chapel east at 10 30 a m conducted by the Rev Allen S Van Cleve. Burial Evergreen cemetery Fairfield. Friends may call chapel after 3 p m Friday until 10 a m Saturday. Casket will not be opened after the service.
Mrs Earl B McKeehan widow of Earl B McKeehan died Sunday in Kansas City Kansas while visiting. Survived by daughter Oleta. Chloe Day Commerce City Colorado. sons Jack Denver Eugene Kansas City. nine grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. Services at Brush chapel 2 p m Friday by Rev Lewis A Miller. Burial Campbell cemetery. Friends may call after 6 p m Thursday.
Memorial services for Charles C. Tschirgi at Turner chapel east at 10 30 a m Friday conducted by Dr Glenn S McMichael. Burial at Cedar Memorial. Frances Rohn Coccayne funeral service Friday at 1 p m by Rev L W Soule. Burial Cedar Memorial.
Merlin Powers, a native of Anamosa and father of 10 year old Pamela Powers kidnapped on December 24, is described as having left Anamosa after World War II and now residing in Urbandale.
The Apollo 8 crew ended a day of holiday greetings as NASA prepared for final checks. They described meals and workouts aboard the spacecraft while tracking data suggested lunar surface details. If landing proceeds as planned, they will rest aboard the carrier Yorktown and later reunite with families in Houston.
State department officials briefed on Pueblo crew accounts say Captain Cmdr. Lloyd Bucher was wounded in the legs when North Korean vessels fired on the Pueblo during its seizure. Seaman Duane Hodges was also reported injured in the incident.
Iowa City Cedar Rapids and Des Moines leaders discuss joint airport financing and regional programs amid talks of shared services and new enabling legislation. Officials expect a coordinated plan for the legislature with possible future intercity airport growth and mutual projects.
On Christmas Day the Powers family faced a cheerless vigil as authorities sought to identify clothing from a fatal incident. Powers, awaiting word about his daughter, expressed fear and urged prayer while Pamela’s gifts remained unopened.
Sen. Aiken said North Korea massed 400 warplanes in January and acted to provoke a U S retaliation after capturing the Pueblo. He noted the crew release deal was peculiar and made North Korea look sillier than the United States.
In Paris the Chinese backed communists demand immediate four party talks. They warn the United States and Saigon must drop obdurate stances or face failure as North Vietnamese and National Liberation Front delegations blame the allies for delaying the peace conference.
Mission Control informed Frank Borman and the Apollo 8 crew that the outlook for their Pacific splashdown on Friday is favorable with 10 mile visibility and four foot waves. The forecast shows a maximum five percent chance of scattered thunderstorms and the commander replied, We'll be there.
The Labor Department proposed a $1.60 hourly minimum for foreigners entering the United States on work permits. Labor Secretary Wirtz said higher pay could raise wages where foreign labor keeps costs down. Permits would be issued only if employers meet the minimum. comment is invited until Jan. 8.
Eduardo Cansino, 73, father of actress Rita Hayworth, died Tuesday in Pompano Beach Florida. The former dancer was a prominent figure in the Hayworth family and vaudeville era, leaving behind a legacy tied to the star.
A Seattle family lost their car in a Sunday crash and canceled Disneyland plans. After a radio report on KIXI, a donor phoned to offer a new car, remaining anonymous, with arrangements made to deliver it by Wednesday. The Golinski family left Vancouver hospital on Christmas Eve.
Three youths from Cedar Rapids and Iowa City had liquor possession charges dismissed by Municipal Judge Clinton E. Shhaeffer citing insufficient evidence. The group were among ten charged in a November 29 raid on two boats in Ellis boat harbor. three others pled guilty and paid fines, while four former charges remain pending.
Sioux City police Captain Joseph Davidchik died in a local hospital from wounds suffered when he blocked a potential death by own action. The 53-year-old WW II Marine veteran and 20-year force member was shot in the leg and underwent two surgeries after confronting James W. Kranz, who faced assault charges with intent to commit murder.
Two Arab farmers were wounded Thursday when their tractor ran over a mine north of the Dead Sea, officials said. The blast injures the victims as security forces investigated the area for further threats.
Bewitched fans are urged to tune in Thursday at 7:30 p.m. for a color episode on Channel 9 featuring Endora’s magical misfire labeled Instant Unemployment. The humorous plot centers on a spell with unintended workplace fallout.
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