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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1971
Page
4
New York stocks drifted on light volume as the market ignored the Federal Reserve Banks’ discount rate cut to 5.44 percent from 5.46. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped about 0.75 points to around 7,608, while volume was far below the prior day with roughly 14.16 million shares traded.
AP report from Chicago lists cattle prices at the stockyards including slaughter steers and heifers with ranges for high choice and prime quality. Prices cover mixed good and choice, utility, commercial categories, and various weights. sheep, lambs, and dressed meat values are noted alongside market trends and regional trade observations.
Prices paid on various livestock grades and weights show declines for some hogs and adjustments across cattle batches. Bulk delivery cattle and feeder weights around 200 to 210 pounds were quoted at 15.50 to 16.00, packing sows 12.00 to 12.50, while butchers above 230 pounds were down 0.25 per 10 pounds and other weight grades saw slight reductions. Grain futures and delivery prices are listed with assorted regional variations and term notes.
President Nixon, turning 58, planned a quiet Saturday birthday dinner at San Clemente with Mrs. Nixon and daughters Tricia and Julie, plus family friend from Bainbridge, as Secretary Ziegler indicated reporters. The celebration was expected to be low key at home with close associates.
District Judge Joseph Keefe in Fayette County says time is needed to untangle the legal mess from last summer’s Wadena rock festival. He postponed a contempt hearing to February 16 as he weighs motions to dismiss contempt charges against Sound Storm Inc. of Chicago and related claims. A $1 million damage suit by Iowa against Sound Storm hangs on the ruling.
A New York study presented to newspaper advertising executives shows 1,600 youths aged 14 to 23 read one or more daily newspapers on an average weekday. In contrast 40 percent of adults read daily papers. The report highlights shifting media habits toward print among younger readers.
American Tire maker Seiberling Rubber Co of Akron agreed to recall about 21,000 tires after tests showed noncompliant performance. The company also will pay $4,000 to settle a civil penalty under federal safety laws. No further details were clearly readable.
UPI reports all ninety aboard perished when a Soviet airliner failed four engines on takeoff from Leningrad on New Year’s Eve. Aviation sources said no cause or fiber of deaths established. Soviet press gave no coverage at that time.
Four killed in Baltimore gas explosion that damaged four row houses and fired a blaze. Officials say gas leak caused the blast. Two others treated at a hospital. The St Joseph’s mission at Wharton St resumes with two priests leading home prayers and Masses through January 21.
Moscow reports Lunokhod 1, the eight wheeled lunar rover, revived after a two week hibernation during the lunar night. Tass says the robot, piggyback aboard Luna 17, endured record cold and reactivated on sunlight, continuing soil, radiation, and communications experiments remotely.
Trustees of Penn Central Transportation Co face asking nearly all 225 million dollars authorized by Congress in December. The court appointed trust intends to apply about 110 million in loan guarantees from the U S Department of Transportation to sustain the nation's largest railroad, continuing operations through turmoil and protecting critical transit links.
A list of Marion area churches with addresses and worship times. Mar ion churches Rev William C Lare son and Rev Lawrence B Sprankle partake in Sunday services. Sunday school times vary with parish.
Angry Indian and African students clash at a Union Jack protest against British Prime Minister Heath's visit to Delh e. Police restore order as students march to the terminal and display a 12 foot pole while a note warns against arms to South Africa.
Susan Weenhower granddaughter of the late President and British lawyer Alexander Bradshaw, 29, wed Friday in Brussels diplomatic circles. Susan, Episcopalian, and Bradshaw, Roman Catholic, plan to live in London after the ceremony. The event occurs amid cross channel ties as Bradshaw’s father serves in Britain’s consul role. The couple met while her father was ambassador to Belgium. A musical program including Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head and Gandy was planned for the reception.
Eugene Sath, 21, of dan Sey enhenth sired NE, held in Limi cowMly Jail Saturday on larceny of Willatar vehicle. Smith was arrested on information signed by Galen Meh- Ine before Justice of the Peace Glory Powers. Mehmin alleged. Smith stole his cap and wrecked it on Deans. Smith was being Weld an Ticu! Of $1,000 band pouting arrsign ment.
Central City court heard innocent pleas from four men charged after a tavern fracas. L C Howe age 44 faced assault and battery charges. Virgil D Powers 21 and David V Silver 22 were charged with intoxication riot and resisting. Joseph W Nagel faced intoxication and resisting. Trial date set for Jan 22. Deputy Willian Seybousch suffered facial injuries in the disturbance.
In Newport News a cargo elevator failed at a construction site for a $6 million city hall, dropping seven floors and injuring ten workers. The injuries include fractures with several in critical condition, as crews on the scene struggled to assist.
Atlanta AP reports Gov. Lester Maddox preparing ventures including novelty items after stepping down next week. The brief lists a Lester Maddox rag doll, a jack-in-the-fox that yells let me out, and a wake up America alarm clock as examples of items he fisted with."
Police said a fight between rival African groups in East London left 19 dead and about 1,000 involved in the weekend violence.
The Al Falah guerilla group claimed renewed shelling around Salt and Jerash, with Jordanian forces counterattacking. Arafat urged Arab leaders to end the violence as tanks and artillery joined the fighting, while authorities denied fighting south of Jerash and accused guerrillas of destroying a Salt viaduct. The report notes broader Arab reactions and regional tensions.
Public notice from Line County Iowa announces the appointment of administrator for the estate of Gary E. Davison, deceased. Creditors are asked to present claims within the period allowed by law and all debts must be paid promptly to the administrator. Second publication dated January 19, 1971.
Two men were charged with drunk driving Friday night. Manual A. Serrano, of 6215 p.m., was arrested on airport road off Highway 218 after patrolmen saw him driving on the wrong side of the road and he was held in Linh county jail. Fugenie F. Potter, 249 Illinois Shreut SW, allegedly drove erratically in southwest Cedar Rapids, was stopped, signed a promise to appear, and released.
Fire destroyed the two story cafe at the junction of highways 218 and 30 early Friday. Owner George Seboull of Van Horne reported the alarm at 1 15 am. Firefighters from Newhall and Blairstown battled the blaze. investigators on Saturday sought the cause. Total losses with no injuries.
Notice of Probate and Appointment of Executors for the estate of Nate Pearl Krueger, deceased. Shirley Ann Mis, Inez Gwendolyn Jackson, and John Ced Augus Junger named as executors. Creditors must file claims within six months of second publication. debts payable to the clerk of Linn County District Court. Also includes dissolution petition for a marriage in Castalia with Ethel Brandl injured in a three car crash near Postville. others injured, Witt cited for inability to stop due to road conditions.
SPINAGAR Kashmir AP Police arrested 350 persons Saturday in a crackdown on supporters of Sheikh Mohammed Abdullah, independence leader known as The Lion of Kashmir.
An advertisement listing many trades including tree removal, remodeling, painting, carpentry, hauling, cleaning, electrical work, flooring, and moving. It promises free estimates, insured providers, and quick service, with numbers and vendor names such as Midwest Tree Service, Maltz Construction, Dick's Tree Service, and Belts Electric.
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