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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1968
Page
7
Daily weather report shows temperatures and precipitation across cities with highs and lows for Wednesday and Thursday. Includes barometer readings, humidity, wind direction at noon, and sunrise sunset times.
An El Al flight from Tel Aviv to New York with passengers was struck by gunfire at a Greek airport. One man, Leon Shirdan, 50, a maritime engineer and retired Israeli navy commander, was killed while a stewardess suffered a leg injury. A grenade exploded under the right wing but did not fully detonate. the other failed. Police detained two Arab attackers, and officials imposed a security cordon as passengers and crew were questioned.
U S forces resumed offensive operations after a 24 hour Christmas cease fire and caught over 200 enemy troops on the move northwest of Saigon. At least 53 were killed by bombs rockets and artillery according to the U S command.
AP dispatch notes 151 U. S. combat deaths last week and 838 American wounded with no U. S. casualties announced. Fighting near the Cambodian border included air cavalry patrols, B 52 raids, and raids around Saigon, Da Nang, and the Mekong delta as cease-fire windows opened and closed.
A Linn County court is asked to review a state welfare reversal that cut off a mother’s Aid to Dependent Children payments for one child. The petition argues the reversal violates Iowa code requiring cooperation with the county attorney in seeking child support, while the welfare manual’s broader standard would permit the reversal. A Jan 24 hearing was set to determine if the ruling should be reviewed.
Pamela Williams disappeared after leaving her parents at the YMCA in Des Moines. Clothing found near the scene was blood stained, though police report no blood on items. A man identified as Robert Anthony Williams, later linked to Missouri hospital escapees, was seen leaving with a large bundle.
The Apollo 8 crew reported smooth navigation by stars and landmarks as they surveyed a Sea of Tranquility area for a potential landing. NASA officials called the mission a significant step toward a 1969 moon landing while the crew prepared for a Pacific Ocean return and a Houston reunion with families.
Richard L. Kephart 64, former 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. Survived by wife Leona two sons Robert of San Diego Richard Jr of Barstow two daughters Mrs. Robert F. Hathaway Judith Wenzel ten grandchildren four great grandchildren. Burial in Santa Ana Saturday.
Joseph J. Diouhy, 48, of 3701 Sixteenth Avenue SW, was dead on arrival at Mercy hospital after passing out at the 102 Club tavern on Third Avenue SW Wednesday night. Ambulance took him to Mercy where he was pronounced dead. Autopsy to determine cause of death.
Mrs Warren Israel 94 former Cedar Rapids resident died after brief illness. Born August 24 1874 Fairfield she was a member of Central Park Presbyterian church and the PEO. Surviving son Rolling Israel Portsmouth Virginia and two grandsons. Memorial services Saturday at Turner chapel east at 10 30 a.m. by Rev Allen S Van Cleve. Burial Evergreen cemetery Fairfield. Friends may call after 3 p.m. Friday until 10 a.m. Saturday casket not opened after service.
Mrs Earl McKeehan Margaret McKeehan route three Cedar Rapids widow of Earl B. McKeehan died Sunday in Kansas City Kansas while visiting. Surviving are a daughter Oleta McKeehan Commerce City Chloe Day Denver Eugene Kansas City nine grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. Services at Brush chapel at 2 p m Friday by Rev Lewis A. Miller. Burial Campbell cemetery. Friends may call at the chapel after 6 p m Thursday.
Memorial services were held at Turner chapel east at 10 30 a m Friday led by Dr Glenn S McMichael for Charles C Tschirgi. Burial followed at Cedar Memorial Cocagne and Rohn Funeral Home held a service Friday at 1 p m with Rev L W Soule, burial at Cedar Memorial.
Merlin Powers an Anamosa native and father of Pamela Powers age 10 who was abducted on December 24 is identified as having attended Anamosa schools. He left the area after World War II and now resides in Urbandale.
Sen. Aiken says North Korea Massed 400 Warplanes Along the Frontier in January In Expectation of a U. S. Retaliation After the Pueblo Capture. He notes the crew release deal was peculiar and made North Korea look sillier than the United States.
In Paris the North Vietnamese and National Liberation Front accuse the allies of delaying the four way peace talks. They demand an immediate round table and say obdurate U.S. and Saigon positions will lead to failure in bargaining.
Mission Control warned the Apollo 8 crew of good weather for their Friday splashdown in the Pacific. Commander Frank Borman confirmed, noting 10 mile visibility, four foot seas, and under five percent chance of scattered thunderstorms.
The Labor Department proposed a $1.60 hourly minimum for all foreigners entering the U S on work permits. Labor Secretary Wirtz said higher pay could improve wages in jobs using cheaper foreign labor. Permits would be issued only if employers meet the minimum. comments are due by Jan 8 before a decision.
Eduardo Cansino, 73, father of actress Rita Hayworth, died Tuesday in Pompano Beach Florida. The obituary notes his stage career as a dancer and his role in launching Hayworth’s rise to stardom.
State department officials said Cmdr. Lloyd Bucher was wounded in the legs when North Korean vessels fired on the Pueblo during its seizure. Seaman Duane Hodges was among those aboard as the incident unfolded.
City leaders from Des Moines Iowa City Cedar Rapids and Ankeny discuss enabling legislation to allow intermunicipal funding for airport and related regional projects including parks and sewer systems. The group plans a joint committee with hopes to expand Des Moines airport and consider a network of area airports.
A Seattle family, the Golinskis, lost their car in a Sunday wreck and canceled a Disneyland trip. After a KIXI radio report, a donor offered a new car, remaining anonymous, with arrangements to deliver it by Wednesday. The family was released from a Vancouver hospital on Christmas Eve.
TEL AVIV AP reports two Arab farmers were wounded Thursday when their tractor ran over a mine north of the Dead Sea. The incident occurred in a rural area and authorities are investigating the explosion trail.
Three youths faced liquor charges for being minors in a November raid on two Ellis boat harbor boat houses. Shirley A. Tjaden Donald T. Barry and Susan Hartzlar were found with insufficient evidence to prosecute. Other youths pled guilty or faced pending charges. four remain.
Sioux City police Captain Joseph Davidchik died in a local hospital from a blood clot after being wounded while interceding in a death by own action incident on December 18. He was 53 and a 20 year veteran. James W. Kranz, 26, held on assault with intent to commit murder charges.
Bewitched fans are invited to BEWITCHED Thursday night at 7 30 in color on Channel 9. Endora teases a spell that backfires creating an unexpected unemployment moment in a TV episode teaser.
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