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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Feb 18, 1969

Page

7

Cedar Sheriff Responds to Mayors Probe Over Theft

Cedar county sheriff Richard Barden defended the response to a theft of about 52 dollars from Rev. Arthur Tinge in London. Mayor Robert A. Mowry criticized the delay, saying investigation started 13 to 14 hours after the theft was reported. Sheriff officials cited nighttime procedures and juvenile interviewing rules.

Darlene Donohue Tipton Board of Supervisors Robert A. Mowry London Cedar County Sheriff's Department Arthur Tinge United Church of Christ In Tinge Mowry Sheriff's Office Lowden Cedar Richard Barden Eugene Hancock Barden

Iowa City School Board OKs 4.4 Million Building Plan

The Iowa City board approved a 4.4 million building and renovation program after canvassing last week’s bond votes. Athletics chief Bob White cited 230 away games annually and gate receipts insufficient to cover transport costs, prompting a call to raise coaches' salaries. The discussion touched on girls athletics and policy, with the board delaying action on retirement policy and legal representation.

Iowa City Iowa City School Board Bob White White

Kennedy McCarthy ticket shines in legislature

Legislative notes by Frank Nye Kennedy McCarthy ticket performs well in the state house. The ticket comprises Rep Gene V Kennedy of Dubuque and his Des Moines clerk Mrs Timothy McCarthy, formerly of Cedar Rapids. Mrs McCarthy’s husband is a Des Moines lawyer and former Linn County assistant attorney and former Iowa assistant attorney general.

McCarthy Minnesota Kennedys Massachusetts Kennedy-McCarthy Gene V. Kennedy D-Dubuque Timothy McCarthy Des Moines Cedar Rapids Linn County Iowa

Lawmakers Split On Long Range Bonding For State Unis

Gazette-area senators react to Governor Ray s plan for a long range university building bond program. Senator Kenneth Parker says bonding should be under general assembly supervision and not linger. Senator Floyd Gilley argues for pay as you go and raises private college options.

Robert Ray Kenneth Parker R-Lamont General Assembly Floyd Gilley Maynard

Luther Relaxes Hold on Decorah Museum

Luther college negotiates a new contract with the Norwegian American Museum Assn to transfer ownership of the museum building and custody of the collection. The plan includes selling the building, preserving the Luther collection as a loan, and continuing a joint academic cultural program with annual meetings.

Luther Decorah Luther College Museum Corporation Board of Regents Harley Carlson Rochester, Minn Regents Museum Committee Peter Strong The American - Scandinavian Foundation of New York Regents Norwegian-American Museum Assn Norwegian- American Museum Assn Roy Carlson College Laur Larsen U.S Norway

Lemon Flavored Home Max Recipe for Cold Relief

An advertisement promotes a lemon flavored home remedy using NeoCitran compound mixed with hot water to relieve cold and flu symptoms. It claims faster relief from coughing sneezing headache and fever and suggests asking drug counters for a six pack box with a money back guarantee.

Legion Head Calls Compulsory Military Training Best

DES MOINES United States Legion commander William Doyle said voluntary service would not supply needed manpower and urged compulsory military training. He criticized North Vietnam bombing halts as a threat, urging renewed dedication to Americanism during the Legion's 50th anniversary year.

Des Moines UPI American Legion William Doyle Vineland N. J North Vietnam Doyle Iowa Legion

Resignation of West Union Planning and Zoning Chair

Dr. E. A. Reiners quit as chairman of the West Union planning and zoning commission without citing a reason. The resignation leaves the post open for appointment by city officials.

Iowa U President Warns of Threats to Higher Education

University of Iowa President Howard Bowen warns of growing threats to academic freedom and quality in higher education even in Iowa. He cites loyalty oaths restrictions on thought and speech donor pressure and political interference as risks while stressing campus debate as essential. Bowen notes Iowa’s strong freedom but cites broader national societal tensions reflected in campus life.

Iowa City Iowa University of Iowa Howard Bowen Bowen People of Ple U. of I Spectator

Iowa Legislator Urges End to University Criticism

Freshman representative Joseph Johnston calls for restraint on attacks against state universities and regents. He cites an organized effort to discredit the institutions and warns such talk could undermine budget support. Representative Willard Hansen counterpoints with critique of university administration.

Spectator University of Iowa DES Moines UPI Joseph Johnston Iowa City Johnston Willard Hansen Cedar Falls

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Cedar Sheriff Raymond Sheets Russell Ross Sheets Cedar County Lowdon Mayor of London Legion Humor New Jersey Robert White Davenport Donald Johnson West Branch Iowa Legion Frank Nye Main Street of the Norwegian-American Museum Continental Alaska Northwestern Bell Ippers McLean's Volunteer Army Legion Head Iowa U. Head RADES United Chicago Delta Florida Miami Tampa West Palm Beach Ft. Lauderdale Call United
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