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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1973
Page
1
The page lists high and low temperatures for multiple cities including Atlanta, Chicago, Denver, Houston and Minneapolis with precipitation inches and barometer readings, plus sunrise and sunset times. It also reports births at St. Luke's and a long column of funeral notices with names and service times across Cedar Rapids, Marion, Anamosa and nearby towns.
Speeding fined 20, costs for Molen Peggy Johnson, McKay, Jameson, Proctor, Novak, Wiederstadt, Steffenson, Wilson. Klepach fined 10. Jusi fined 10. Bal- Lew fined 15. Alexander fined? Unclear. Changing course of traffic and meter violations noted. Unsigned list of names and addresses present.
Slattery described a new 64 input flight data recorder recovered Monday that will log stresses and system operation in tenth dev intervals. Lockheed will analyze the data in Ontario California and compare with cockpit and tower tapes to build the accident picture, though the exact cause may not be determined. tapes to be discussed at a March public hearing.
A surgeon removed more than 30 items from a 3 year-old boy’s stomach in Huesca Spain. Objects included olive-sized stones screws jewelry beads fruit stones and coins. The unusual case prompted medical attention and highlights dangers of foreign objects in young children.
Police logged numerous petty thefts from residences and businesses including $40 stolen from Kathy Con at 1801 Eastern Dr SW, $307 from Everett Dague at 1311 Nineteenth Ave SW, $86.50 from Leo Erlacher at 1011 Third St SW, and a coat of clothing worth $149 from Andrea Ballew at 453 Ninth Ave SW. Lions statues valued at $50 were taken from Wayne Griffioen at 409 LaSalle Dr SW. Also reported: a dictaphone theft at Robert Brouillard’s home, a breakin at Me Namara Oil Co, and a siren test notice for Cedar Rapids, Marion and Hiawatha.
New Delhi AP reports Gen. Sam Manekshaw, army chief of staff since 1969, is to become India's first field marshal marking a historic promotion for the army.
Sister Mary Remigia Oehler 77 died Tuesday morning at Sacred Heart Convent Queen of Angels infirmary. Born October 5 1895 Decorah she joined the Sisters of Mercy in 1915 taught at Sacred Heart Academy Immaculate Conception Cedar Rapids St Wenceslaus Regis Kalispell Montana among others. Wake Wednesday 7 30 p.m. with services Thursday 10 30 a.m. Mt Calvary Cemetery. Stewart Funeral Home in charge. Burial in Mt Calvary following services at Sacred Heart Convent. Four grandchildren and four great grandchildren survive. Services also listed for Toland Wallace Funeral Home Newton. Burial Woodland Cemetery Lynnville. Turner's East Office open until 9 p.m. Tuesday.
Mary Herda Pyle died in a Cedar Rapids hospital after a long illness. Born July 4, 1885, she lived in Cedar Rapids and was active in Calvin Sinclair Presbyterian church and the Ladies auxiliary of the Spanish American War Veterans. Surviving two daughters, two sons, two grandchildren, four great grandchildren, and a sister. Services at Turner Chapel East at 3 p.m. Wednesday with burial in Czech National Cemetery. Friends may call at Turner East and may donate to a charity of their choice.
Fred Easker 56 of 107 Bowling Street SW dies Sunday after a brief illness. A retired letter carrier born Oct 5 1916 in Cedar Rapids he lived in the area all his life. Surviving: wife Clara North a daughter Mrs Robert Trachta Cedar Rapids a son Fred E Jr Marion three grandchildren a half sister Pearl Springer Kansas City and a half brother Charles Cedar Rapids. Services Thursday 3 pm Brush chapel Rev George McDill. Burial Czech National. Friends may call after 11 am Wednesday. Casket not opened after services. Memorial donations to Hus Memorial building fund.
Elizabeth Mulcahey 81 widow of John Mulcahey died Monday after a long illness Born Aug 19 1891 in Janesville Minnesota she was a member of St Wenceslaus Church and the National Catholic Society of Foresters Surviving two sons Joseph Burlington Lawrence Cedar Rapids a daughter Mrs Raymond Bagley Cedar Rapids four grandchildren and eight great grandchildren Services Teahen chapel 11 am Wednesday by Rev Clarence Frana Burial Mt Calvary Wake service Tuesday 7 30 pm at the funeral home with calling after 2 pmTuesday
Myrtle I Haines 85 widow of Fred Haines died in a Cedar Rapids hospital after a brief illness. She lived with daughter Mrs Paul Stockberger 3642 Skylark Ln SE Newton for two years. Born June 13 1887 in Illinois she resided most her life in Newton. She belonged to Congregational church and Palo Alto Grange Newton. Survived by daughter Mrs Dell Meyer Portland Oregon three sisters Pear Shaffer Lynnville Edna Dennis Flossie Dunbar Garden City California and a brother Emery Deucore New Sharon.
Charles L. Widner a Cedar Rapids resident for 50 years died Monday in a Cedar Rapids nursing home. Born April 13 1896 in Marion he married Edrie S. McRoberts in 1942. He served in World War I and held posts in Disabled American Veterans Laborers Union local 43 and Democratic party circles. Surviving are his wife a stepdaughter a granddaughter and a great granddaughter. Services 1:30 p.m. Friday at Murdoch chapel Marion. Burial Oak Shade Cemetery Marion with military honors. Friends may call after 4 p.m. Wednesday at Murdoch chapel.
Edna Usher 81 widow of Ralph Usher died Saturday in a Maquoketa hospital after a long illness. Born February 22 1891 in Maquoketa she lived with daughter Mrs Elmer Von Roden at 1615 Oakland Road NE for five years then moved back to Maquoketa four years ago. Sheleft behind two sons four daughters 25 grandchildren 14 great grandchildren and sister Mrs Emil Gisel of Sioux City. Services were held Tuesday afternoon at Carson funeral home in Maquoketa.
Susan Marie Odeen infant daughter of Mr and Mrs Harold R Odeen of 905 Hillview Marion died at birth. Survived by parents two sisters Janette J and Karen two brothers Harold E and Roger at home and grandparents Mr and Mrs Ed Webster of Cedar Rapids and Mr and Mrs Harry Odeen of Marion. Graveside services 11 am Wednesday Cedar Memorial cemetery conducted by Rt Rev Canon D A Loferski of St Johns Episcopal Church. Cedar Memorial funeral home in charge of arrangements.
Vernon Scollon 59 formerly of Cedar Rapids died unexpectedly Monday in Barry NL where he had lived the past 20 years. He is survived by two brothers Cletus Canoga Park California and Devere Cedar Rapids and three sisters Audrey Aaron Chatsworth California Delores Phelps Colorado Springs Colorado and Lavonne Mc Mahon Cedar Rapids. Services will be at Holy Redeemer Catholic church Barry with Lock funeral home in charge.
Memorial services were held at Turner chapel east and Cedar Memorial cemetery for Lila Marcham and Macauley Charlotte Pinney Grace Episcopal church. Ethel M Tweed, Mary M Kuba, and Mrs Fred J Severn were also memorialized with services at local chapels, each followed by interment in Cedar Memorial Linwood or Oak Hill cemeteries. Services were conducted by Rev. Gordon P Roberts and other clergy with burial in regional cemeteries.
Public Improvements Commissioner Richard Phillips said city sanitation workers will start collecting Christmas trees Wednesday. He hopes to finish within the week if weather allows and urged residents to place trees at the usual curbside garbage pickup location for prompt cleanup.
Cedar Rapids council approves seeking 708000 in federal money to finance phase one of the Kenwood ditch storm sewer project. Phase one totals 1.73 million and covers Cedar lake outlet construction and twin box culverts from Center Point road to Sixteenth street NE.
Congress approved Albert as speaker 202 to 25 in a vote that confirms Democrats retain control. Rep John Conyers of Michigan challenged, losing 202 to 25. Albert will be formally elected Wednesday when the new session opens. Rep Thomas ONeill of Massachusetts will become majority leader succeeding Hale Boggs who died in a plane crash.
The judge noted the ordinance may make the district court an enforcement arm rather than an appeal court. He suggested the commission could be a fact finding body or that the district court might render the ultimate decision. He pointed to forums where complaints could be heard and urged legislative action for judicial powers.
Quebec architect William Boisse has created a chess set where ceramic pieces serve as drinking glasses. Players can fill the pieces with liquor and quaff each piece as it is captured, adding a spirited twist to the game.
City official Meyer reports 90 000 vehicles daily cross the Fourth Street tracks and urges railroads to update signals. He cites a 22 day study showing no rush hour crossing blocking for Quaker Oats and notes a predictor system could cost about 28000 per crossing. Council asks for intercity comparisons and options on rail service.
The U S command reported light activity overall with a major engagement 40 miles northeast of Saigon where a militia unit faced about 100 enemy troops. Early reports indicated two militiamen killed with no confirmed enemy losses. After Tuesday’s truce, Saigon said Viet Cong and North Vietnamese forces violated the 24 hour ground truce four times, causing 55 battle deaths.
Turner said only 7 percent of meritorious complaints could not be aided and foresees more calls for help in 1973. He hopes to boost staff and open district offices in Eastern and Western Iowa if funding is available to give stronger protection to Iowa consumers.
The Vatican said Pope Paul VI has recovered from influenza and resumed normal duties except for audiences. The pope had been sidelined since falling ill, and officials noted his gradual return to public life in Vatican City.
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