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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 04, 1972

Page

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Weather updates and gauge readings across multiple cities

Daily weather summary lists high and low temperatures for cities including Atlanta Bismarck Chicago Denver and others with figures on precipitation Barometer and humidity readings plus sunrise sunset times and lunar data Headlines note steady shifts in barometric pressure and river pool levels at Coralville Lake and dam gauges across several towns with occasional rises and falls in levels through Jan 3 1972

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Births and police report from Cedar Rapids area

Birth notices list new sons and daughters for families including Thornton, Poorman, Butler, Greene, Hotchkiss, Bentley, Hill, Lewis, Riley, Harrington, Evan son, and Humphrey family connections in San Juan. Public notices recount welding spark, unattended burning, hot water heater defect, sprinkler steam, short in TV, and traffic fines for Langmo, Burrow, Thaler, Loney, Lemon, Nunn, plus reckless driving, striking fixtures, resisting officers, drunkenness, license issues, and stop-sign violations with Cedar Rapids locations and addresses.

Edgewood Ellis Roads Fourteenth Avenue Wilson-Sinclair Third Street Sixteenth Avenue Lee Street Thomas E. Langmo Thirty-first Street Marion Melvin C. Burrow Sac City Joseph Thaler Linden Drive Raymond J. Loney Seventh Avenue Donald L. Lemon North Townecourt Robert R. Hamilton Third Avenue William E. Baker Midway Drive George A. Paulson Sixth Avenue Paul F. Hostak, Jr Thirteenth Street Lawrence JJ Kelly Avenue NE John Wagner Magnus Thurman C. Harris Twenty-sixth Street Colette L. Perry Henry D. McDermott Ninth Street Danny E. Zach Twenty Fourth Avenue Craig Robert Nunn D Avenue NE Donald L. Lyne

Weather and Obituary Notices From Various Locations

Weather details include Avenue NW fines of 10 dollars for disobeying traffic signals. Obituary notices list John W. Lewis 116 Thirty third street NE and Wellman Mrs. Cora Hook 82 with services, call times, and locations. Additional names appear with 2 pm or 1:30 pm service times at Powell's, Olin United Methodist, Haydens, Murdoch's, Aurora Baptist, St. Bridget's, St. Patrick's cemetery, and McAninch's.

Murdoch

Arraignments in S H Case Delayed in Iowa District Court

In Story county Iowa 39 International Harvester distributorships and 102 dealers faced continued arraignments for alleged price fixing after indictments issued December 8. Judge Paul Hellwege postponed until January 17 due to late access to documents and possible misnaming. One dealer Brannion failed to appear and bail was set at 500 dollars. The 108th dealer Fred Heuckendoorf was dropped from charges following his death.

Nevada API International Harvester Iowa Story County Paul Hellwege Richard Turner Hellwege Kenneth Brannion Cline Truck and Equipment Co Brannion Fred Heuckendoorf Greenfield

Paulson to resign from Cedar Rapids planning commission

Ted Paulson, 51, of 2249 Grande Avenue SE, said on Monday he will resign from the Cedar Rapids planning commission after Tuesday’s regular monthly meeting. He has served 21 years on the panel, calling it a long time and saying it is time for someone else to take over. No successor has yet been named.

Ted Paulson Grande Avenue Cedar Rapids

Muskie To Announce Democratic Presidential Run On TV

Senator Edmund Muskie of Maine formally enters the Democratic presidential race after buying ten minutes of nationwide TV time. He taped the announcement at his Kennebunk Beach summer home and will broadcast on CBS at 7:20 p.m. Iowa time.

Washington Edmund Muskie Maine Kennebunk Beach CBS

News Quiz: Hoover Lindsay Leone Featured This Week

This week on page 7 the News Quiz features J Edgar Hoover John Lindsay and Giovanni Leone with answers on page 8. The quiz highlights notable figures from history and current events, inviting readers to test their knowledge.

J. Edgar Hoover John Lindsay Giovanni Leone

GAO Reports Large Rise in Unpaid College Loans

The General Accounting Office says borrowers have left $13.3 million in unpaid loans for college students, a threefold rise since January 31, 1971. It cites weak Education Department staffing and weak collection effort as key causes, while Education officials seek a larger, tougher-to-collect staff.

Washington General Accounting Office GAO Congressional Office of Education Congress

Wages Debate Shapes Union Contracts Policy

The board backed two settlements that exceeded the 5.5 percent guideline, approving a 15 percent first-year rise for coal miners and a 47 percent raise for rail signalmen as part of a 42 month pact. Day argued quicker settlements prevent inflationary spirals and warned the guideline will tighten after aerospace deals.

Day

Link Belt To Get Employment Award

A Cedar Rapids firm was named recipient of the Iowa American Legion employer of the handicapped award. State Commander Dale L. Renaud said a plaque will be presented to the Link Belt Speeder division of the FMC Corp. of Cedar Rapids next Tuesday. The award honors outstanding efforts in employing the handicapped, especially veterans.

DES Moines UPI Cedar Rapids Iowa American Legion Dale L. Renaud FMC Corp

Agnes Calkins Dies After Long Illness At 61

Agnes Calkins 61 of 1938 Johnson Avenue NW died Tuesday after a long illness. Born Feb 28 1910 in Pocahontas she lived in Cedar Rapids since 1954 and worked for Collins Radio Co. Widow of prior surname Calkins she is survived by four daughters and a son plus 13 grandchildren, two sisters and a brother. Mass of the Resurrection will be at 9 am Thursday at St Patrick Church with burial at St Marys Cemetery Mallard. A vigil prayer service is set for 7:30 pm Wednesday at Teahen chapel.

Agnes Esther Calkins Johnson Avenue Pocahontas Cedar Rapids Collins Radio Co St. Patrick's Catholic Church Arthur Johnson Sterling, Ill Virgil Roth Mason City Charles Ritchart Herbert Hall Pale Donald Calkins Ankeny Rose Malm Louis Rys Sioux City Frank Jonas Laurens St. Patrick's Church Paul J. Maguire St. Mary's Cemetery Mallard Father Maguire Teahen Chapel

Mrs Bert Leonard dies at 68 in Cedar Rapids

Mrs Leonard 68 of 712 Owenstreet NW Cedar Rapids widow of Bert F Leonard died Tuesday after a short illness born March 9 1903 Springville. Survived by two sons Clarence F and William L Leonard four daughters Frances Minor Mrs William Cones Mrs Glenn Langton and Mrs Jack Cupp a brother Clarence Kitts 20 grandchildren 15 great grandchildren. Services pending at Turner chapel east with visiting after 1 pm Wednesday.

Grace M. Leonard Owenstreet Bert F. Leonard Cedar Rapids Springville Clarence F William L. Leonard William Cones Frances Minor Glenn Langton Jack Cupp Clarence Kitts

Terbl Josephine

Josephine Terbl 86 widow of John Terbl died Monday after a short illness Born March 19 1885 in Czechoslovakia she lived in Cedar Rapids 57 years Survived by two daughters Mrs Joseph Rayman and Mrs Gawain Elliott two sons John Conrad and Emil Cedar Rapids eight grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren Services at Brush chapel 10:30 a m Thursday by Rev A T Washington Burial in Czech National cemetery Friends may call after noon Wednesday

Mt. Herman Lodge AF and National Music Teachers Assn Iowa Music Teachers Assn Phi Kappa Phi Rockwell Oshkosh Wis Max, Jr Belmont Calif Mark Washington, D. C Ella Hops Berne Switzerland First Presbyterian Church John S. Shew Joseph E. McCabe Oak Hill Turner East Max Daehler Coe College Dorothy B. Norton Cobbancourt Cedar Rapids Linn County Roscoe E. Norton Marion William Coon Glendora Harold Ward John Bolton Harold Birch Solon Ronald Norton Ray Long Mesa Ariz Don Chapman Tempe Franklin Brown, Jr Boyd Clarahan Glen Williams Ottumwa Marion Williams Lawrence Williams Chapel of Memories Harry R. Egner The Calvary Baptist Church Cedar Memorial Cedar Memorial Funeral Edgar Stewart Thirtieth Street Montour Ada Taylor Mizpah Lodge James Stewart Little Rock Ark Don Freeman Maurine Alexander Bonnie Stewart Turner Chapel West Aleck Ulmet Cedar Memorial Cemetery Turner West Josephine (Josefa) Terbl Twenty-second Street John Terbl Czechoslovakia Joseph Rayman Gawain Elliott Palo John Conrad Emil Brush Chapel A. T. Washington Czech National Cemetery

Memorial Services and Burials Listed for Several Individuals

Memorial services and funeral details announced for Fred Welch Roy Edward Gitt Nette M Flack Marion Fair Ida M Caryl Margaret Hockman details specify times Wednesdays Tuesdays and locations Cedar Memorial Chapel of Memories National Cemetery Fort Leavenworth Linwood Cemetery Beatty Bearle chapel and Cedar Memorial with affiliations to Central Park Presbyterian Westminster Presbyterian First Congregational and Eastern Star Cedar Memorial in charge Friends may call at Cedar Memorial funeral home.

Welch Fred St. Jude Richard Ament National Cemetery Fort Leavenworth Kaw Turner East Gitt Roy Edward Turner Chapel Glenn Dale Hunt Linwood Cemetery J. Richard Wagner First Congregational Church Oak Hill Hockman Margaret Chapel of Memories John P. Woods Westminster Presbyterian Church Cedar Chapter Cedar Memorial Cedar Memorial Funeral Home

Threw Book at Judge Sparks Jail Term

Yosef Waknin attacked Judge Moshe Shalgi during a theft trial by throwing a book and hurling insults. He received an 18 month sentence for attacking a judge.

Jerusalem UPN Yosef Waknin Moshe Shalgi

High Cost Of Billboards Removal Told

Iowa highway officials warned removal of billboards and junkyards along primary roads will cost millions. G. W. Anderson cited more than 26 million for billboards plus 9 million for junkyard control with 75 percent federal funds for pre existing signs and junkyards, leaving state responsibility for newer removals. An updated inventory plan was urged as 508 junkyards along highways were identified in 1966.

Ames Iowa Highway Commission G. W. Anderson Iowa Anderson

Bartel loses bid to void speed charge by patrol timing

Bartel 31 fought a speeding charge on Interstate 80 last May 17 arguing patrol timing could misstate speed. A psychologist backed tests showing patrol timing varied little, but the judge found no evidence Bartel traveled at or below 75 mph. He was fined 25 dollars plus costs for eight miles over.

Davenport Sharon Township Richard Bartel Highway Patrol University of Iowa Donald Nelson Iowa City Nelson

Two Positive Jail Inspections For Linn County Jail

Two inspections of Linn County jail released Tuesday found generally favorable results. County officials cited a fire hazard from an emergency generator needing repair and called for a larger unit. Sheriff Grant seeks crime commission funds. Swassing’s Dec 21 review rated security, safety, segregation, supervision, maintenance, and cooperation excellent. No poor ratings were noted for conditions or sanitation.

Linn County William Faches Kenneth Perry Faches and Perry Walter Grant Crime Commission Swassing

Procedure for Picking Grand Jury Attacked

Two defendants in Linn county grand jury cases seek dismissal and a ruling that the jury selection statute is unconstitutional. Edward F. Jacobsmeyer and Rosetta Harris contest juror selection, precinct quotas, and racial exclusion allegations. Harris, 24, faces a Dec 3 fatal shooting. Jacobsmeyer, 53, is charged with arson on April 6, 1970. Hearing set for 9 a.m. Friday.

Linn County Grand Jury Edward F. Jacobsmeyer Rosetta Harris Linn District Court Miss Harris Charles Frendle Cedar Rapids Jacobsmeyer Marion 6000 Avenue NW

Mother, 2 Children Escape Fire in West Branch Trailer

A mother Doris Kirkman and her two children escaped a trailer fire early Tuesday in West Branch near the fire station. Fire Chief Kenneth Jeffries said heavy smoke hindered visibility when crews arrived around 4 a.m. The blaze, likely starting in the furnace area, gutted the trailer. Mrs Kirkman and her son were treated at University Hospitals in Iowa City and released, while Debra, 15, remained in satisfactory condition with cuts and burns.

West Branch Kenneth Jeffries Doris Kirkman

Conservation Board Seat To Remain Open

Linn county supervisors delayed appointing to the county conservation board. Richard Alexander, term ended Dec 31, offered reappointment. Floyd Emmons moved to reappoint, but William Martin did not second and suggested a pause for soul searching. Martin later said he needed time to consider amid board finances.

Linn County County Conservation Board Richard Alexander Floyd Emmons William Martin Emmons Martin George Clifford Alexander

Reappointments to City Posts in Independence

Newly elected Mayor Robert Blakesley with council approval reap pointed Clark Madison city clerk Rick Fiester city treasurer William Klotzbach city attorney Dr P J Leehey city health officer D G McSweeney police judge L J Albaugh police chief Frank Brimmer a new councilman was appointed mayor pro tem The council named Madison director of public works for six months at 950 per month in addition to his duties.

Independence Robert Blakesley Clark Madison Rick Fiester William Klotzbach P J. Leehey D. G. McSweeney L. J. Albaugh Frank Brimmer Madison

Japan and US face tough path to Beijing ties

Tokyo and Washington share equally difficult aims in normalizing relations with Peking as both governments remain committed to the Nationalist regime, Foreign Minister Takeo Fukuda said on Tuesday.

Tokyo Takeo Fukuda Japan USS Peking

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