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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1966
Page
4
Daily Record weather data with temperatures across multiple cities and precipitation. Includes barometer, humidity, wind, sunrise and sunset times. Also lists recent birth notices for families in several Minnesota and nearby locations with names and addresses.
The Luna 9 mission successfully landed on the moon on February 3 after precise alignment and braking. Tass reported the craft descended from 45 miles and reached surface with retrorockets, then began transmitting pictures as antennas unfolded and earth readied further observations.
Aldo Moro resigns as premier designate after over a week of effort to form a new government. President Saragat accepts the resignation and begins consultations to appoint a new prime minister.
The Gazette Co announces 1883 founding details and subscription options. Carrier delivery costs 50 cents weekly with mail night edition at 1.25 dollars monthly or 13 dollars yearly. Also notes weekend and other unspecified editions and regional carrier towns.
A collection of death notices and funeral details for residents in Lisbon Mason City Wellman Decorah Elgin Tama Dysan? towns. Names include Sadie Worley Minnie Wana maker Art Herman Christen Bir ker Huxtable and Francis E Chapman with ages from 26 to 90. Services listed for Monday or Tuesday with times and burial or church details.
U S Marines pushed south from Quang Ngai into Binh Dinh as part of White Wing an allied operation against the Viet Cong. Three battalions reached within 5 000 to 6 000 yards of cavalry outposts while two choppers were shot down but recovered. Local guerrillas were captured or killed as the amphibious assault began January 28.
U.S. sources report militiamen and Marines near Quang Ngai city fifty miles north of Bong Son engaged Viet Cong. Militiamen killed 17 Viet Cong ten miles south of Quang Ngai while Vietnamese regulars captured three seven miles farther south. The forces reported light casualties across four contacts.
William James McCormick 72 died after a brief illness in a Cedar Rapids nursing home. Born October 16 1880 in Benton county he lived in Fairfax 53 years. Survived by son James Roy McCormick five grandchildren 10 great grandchildren sister Maggie Soden Urbana brothers David Shellsburg Henry Urbana. Memorial services at Turner's Tuesday 1 30 led by Rev Alvin W Ebert burial Fairfax Cemetery.
Funeral and memorial notices list Monday services at multiple churches and cemeteries. Names include Patek Mrs Richard F, Hanchett Mamie Alice, Turner’s, Hopton Edward Frederick, Timmerman Herman, Willard Beatty Buerle, McCollister Mrs Roberts, with burial sites Cedar Memorial West Branch Linwood St Johns Dunkard and cremation committal. Casket handling varies.
Magdalene Gardner, 25, of Waterloo, was arrested on charges of assault with attempt to commit murder after a 25 year old Waterloo man, Teddy Newell, was shot in the chest and taken to a hospital. Newell, her former boyfriend, shot during a quarrel. preliminary hearing set for March 11. bond $5,000.
President Johnson announced a Hawaii trip to meet Saigon leaders and review the complete program there. Administration sources say no major policy changes are planned though he may learn something that could improve or reinforce the U.S. position. Critics say the journey distracts from U.S. policy and power in Washington.
Vernon Schminkey, 32, of route 2, was arrested in Cedar Rapids on a Saturday for drunkenness after his farm tractor stalled on a city street in the 100 block of Fourteenth Avenue SE. He was taken into custody around 3:30 p.m. at the scene.
An An an Chi Chi engagement moves toward marriage in Moscow with a possible May or June mating period. The groom An An is a giant male panda at Moscow Zoo and the bride Chi Chi is a giant female at London Zoo. Authorities from both zoos have negotiated for a year with Dr Desmond Morris and Dr Igor Sosnovsky confirming progress.
Morse says the Senate will again fail to repeal section 14B of the Taft-Hartley law due to lack of a two thirds majority. He predicts Gov. Hatfield of Oregon will win a senate seat unless a strong Democrat candidate emerges. He notes Maurine Neuberger’s retirement leaves another Oregon seat vacant. Morse spoke en route to Lincoln Nebraska and Des Moines Iowa events.
A public speaking class for boys 15 and under begins this week, sponsored by the Cedar Rapids Tuesday Optimist club. It aims to select a Cedar Rapids representative for the district oratorical contest in Marshalltown this May with the winner advancing to the international contest in Baltimore in June. Boys under 16 may call Virginia Horak at 362-6805 for details. first class at 4 p.m. Thursday at St. Pauls Methodist church.
In a discussion on Vietnam policy the Viet Cong are said to comprise about one-half of one percent of South Vietnam’s people in some views, while the government holds four-fifths. The U N Council debate noted broad momentum for a Geneva peace conference. The ambassador noted Viet Cong representation could be allowed if peace is desired by North Vietnam.
Carson City Nevada AP Bill Stall reports that Nevada gambling, a $311.4 million 1965 industry, faces a initiative to triple the 5.5 percent gross winnings tax. casino operators warn of economic chaos while studies proceed and tax revenue climbs.
Washington AP reports the Johnson administration failed to secure a national agreement from high wage construction unions to curb inflationary demands. AFL-CIO officials say the plan, aiming to curb strikes and create a temporary panel for disputes, was rejected as unions warn against federal controls.
The State Department stated on Saturday that the United States has sold Patton tanks to Israel. This confirmation follows recent defense dealings and highlights ongoing security aid and military support amid regional tensions.
In memory of James C. Ross from Mabel R. Canning and Lucille M. Yount. Previous balance on 1966 Camp budget totaled 1,037.25 with 25.00 and 5.00 additions bringing the total to 1,067.25.
Cedar Rapids postal workers faced pay delays after a mixup in the mail or in St. Louis data processing delayed checks. Local postmaster E R Petro arranged interim payments to those who did not receive their checks, as pay is normally issued on alternate Fridays.
Charles P. Woodard, 45, of Mechanicsville, was injured in a one car crash on highway 30 at the east edge of Lisbon Saturday night. He was taken to Veterans' Hospital in Town City in fair condition with injuries not yet determined. Police said he lost control and left the road around 9:30 p.m.
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