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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 07, 1972

Page

3

Commerce Unit VIP Report On Commission Complaints

A report by the Commerce Commission auditors details year end findings including complaints categorized as WIP and Regula. It notes improvements in several conditions since investigations began and warns vigilance is needed to prevent recurrences. The audit cites morale issues staffing and procedural gaps and calls for expedited inquiries.

Wwa Commerce Commission Bron Lloyd Smith Srgilly Ghalyian Meuriun van Nostrand Tinstall West

Nixon seeks ballot entry in New Hampshire and beyond

The article reports President Nixon planning to keep his name on the ballot in New Hampshire and other primaries. It notes Democratic rivals and Republican challengers, with figures like Muskie, McGovern, Bartke, and Ashbrook entering, while Nixon contemplates not campaigning in some areas.

Concord Nixon Teele Hamption Ellie New Hampshireshire Lune Praridon House Hey Florida Maryland Nebraska Neogan Tennessee Wisconsin Eame Powinell Stark Muskiy

Spanish Airliner Wreck Kills 104 in Rainy Morocco Wreck

A Spanish airliner crashed in muddy, rainy conditions off Ibiza, killing all 104 aboard. Among the dead were an American, Jess Desak of New York, and a civilian engineer. Israeli air force personnel and a Syrian strike context were noted in reports, with unclear causes and potential military links discussed.

Ibiza Spahi UPI Mitary Piginner Golan Syria Jash

Chuckle Tip About Time Alone Ends Day With Neahishes

A playful line suggests a wife can carve a few minutes of solitude at day’s end by starting neahishes as a lighthearted endnote. The quip reflects casual humor on personal time.

Airliner Crash in Mexico Kills 21 on Board

In CHETUMAL Mexico an airliner went down on Thursday with 41 aboard. The fate of the crew and passengers was unclear with deaths reported in scattered accounts. Officials investigated the crash scene while search efforts continued for survivors and wreckage.

Chetumal Mexico Monsans

Pupils Aid Youth They Never Met

In San Antonio fifth graders at Live Oak Elementary collected items and raised money for a paralyzed boy they had never met. Their class learned of Stephen Hollingworth from a November letter to the San Antonio News and sent him ten dollars after supporting his story and injuries from a past accident.

San Antonio Live Oak Hursday Stephen Hollingworth Rita Pelee San Antonia

Grand Jury Panel Faces Challenge Over Cedar Rapids Slots

In Cedar Rapids the county grand jury panel selection drew 12 names from 150 residents, with only two seats per township. Attorneys argued the longstanding rule limits to two panelists per Cedar Rapids area and sought dismissal. the court heard motions last Monday amid disputes over statutory limits and drawing procedures.

Cedar! Rapids Vrnemberham County Grand Jury Codar Rapidians Felday Rosella Harris Edward FP. Jacobs

Bridges in U S Top Offenders List Highlight Risks

Washington report shows more than 84 900 critically deficient highway bridges in the United Kingdom and United States, with Iowa 1 638 and Mississippi 1 892 among states with the most deficient spans. The study, spurred by the Silver Bridge collapse, warns that many bridges lack load capacity and clearance, and outlines plans for replacements funded by a 290 million authorization.

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India Boosts Hanoi Ties in Diplomatic Shift

New Delhi moves to establish full diplomatic relations with North Vietnam abandoning parity with Saigon. India plans an embassy in Hanoi while Saigon maintains a smaller mission, a change that unsettles allied nations and affects Cold War alignments in Asia.

New Delhi India North Viekram Hinoi Salgao Gailia Hani Ems Bagsy Saigon Junks Joris Us Statis International Central Commission Vietnam TOG Canada Poland Wolia Palend

Governor Ray Sifts Through Daily Mail From Iowa Town

Des Moines AP reports an Iowa girl invites Governor Robert Ray to discuss Queen Elizabeth and other topics, while residents flood the governor with letters. Stearns estimates up to 2,000 letters daily during sessions, with 18 are handled by six assistants. Teachers and students alike write in on crime, projects, and quiz questions, some prompting factual corrections from the West Branch birthplace query.

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U S To Help Replace Bridge At Marquette

An Ames report for the Federal Highway Administration lists 4 648 Iowa bridges as critically deficient. Officials warn the unsafe structures threaten fire and property and prompt quick remedial action.

U.S Marquette Ames Federal Highway Administration Freiday Iowa Laws High Joseph Coupal Cone Aidges Ar’ Moperty Tinva Congress Charles Pestutnik Offen Salt Lawa

Harris Named to Iowa High Court Appointment

Des Moines reports Guy Robert Rayeviday appointed K David Harris of Jefferson to the Iowa Supreme Court effective immediately. Harris, a Second Judicial District district judge, is slated for swearing in by Chief Justice Edwin Moore, filling the vacancy from William C. Stuart’s resignation. Harris is praised for a distinguished record, scholarship, and writing ability.

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Jobless Rate Rises Amid Economic Concerns

Washington reports the nation’s unemployment edged up to around 6 percent last month, nearing a nine year high. The 12 month average stood near 5.9 percent, up from 4.9, with November and October figures showing slight fluctuations. The data reflect labor market weakness amid broader economic uncertainty.

Washington Pation Burgaw L.abor Nortvember Orstober

Warnings in Letters Stir Bank Bomb Plot Across Cities

Anonymous warnings claimed bombs were planted in deposit boxes and banks in New York Chicago and San Francisco. Bomb squads evacuated and searched vaults before removing devices in multiple banks early morning. Witnesses reported a mysterious explosion tied to the incident and police traced the plot to a festival prisoner link.

New York City Chicago Sa Francisco New York

Bomb threats tied to bank boxes across major cities

The page details explosive device threats tied to bank deposit boxes in New York Chicago and San Francisco. Boxes rented in December contained prototype bombs with keys to a box, and letters claimed coordinated long range attacks linked to political prisoners George Jackson and Samuel Melville.

Chicago New York Christopher Mohr Hank George Jackson Samm Meleville Jackson San Quentin Melville Attica

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