Fire kills nine at Westminster Terrace home for aged
A blaze at Westminster Terrace Presbyterian Home for Senior Citizens in Louisville killed nine residents and injured 48. Fire officials cited rapid spread from the chapel area, with firefighters evacuating the building as alarms shut doors and stairs. survivors described intense heat and smoke as responders fought the fire. Names of the deceased include Alma Swain and Clara Begbert, ages 61 and 86, among others. The fire marshal noted a prior July 14 inspection rated fire safe, and investigators continued assessing the cause.
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Frankfort
Helen Turner
Garland Miller
Buechel Fire Department
Florence Peper
Hoor Chapel
Ozark Air Hikes Cedar Rapids to Chicago Fare by Three
Ozark Air Lines raises Cedar Rapids to Chicago fare by three dollars bringing coach price to 28 with tax. United seeks CAB approval for a two dollar increase to 25 for Cedar Rapids to Chicago, saying last year’s losses justify higher prices. Other cities also affected, including Des Moines, Sioux City and others, reflecting added costs from delays at O Hare.
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Fort Dodge
Burlington
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Waterloo
Clinton
Davenport
Penny Saved Is Taxed According To Modern Tax Law
A witty note on finances notes that saving money may still incur taxes under current rules, highlighting how even frugal choices can be taxed and affect net gains.
Final Touch Given Iowa's Tax Package
Iowa's interim taxation study committee completed its revisions after a blizzard delay. Senator Ralph W. Potter will convene a final meeting Monday to approve staff revisions before the 1971 session opens. The package shifts local service funding from property taxes and aims to raise about 242 million dollars annually, with 153.3 million slated for a new foundation plan.
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Iowa Legislative Interim Taxation Study Committee
Ralph W. Potter
Marion
Des Moings
Worst Snowstorm in 19 Years Belts the West
United Press International reports a severe West Coast winter storm. Nevada Governor O Callaghan was rescued from his Carson City mansion as snow piled high across the region. Utah and California faced heavy accumulations, road closures, and numerous accidents.
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U.S. Highway 68
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California Division of Highways
Donner Summit
California
Alpine County
Luther Pass
Reno
Sacramento
Tahoe Basin
Ray Inaugural Stresses Environment By Frank Nye
Des Moines judge Robert Ray, first Republican governor re-elected in 18 years, was sworn in for a second term in Veterans Auditorium. Lt. Gov. Roger Jepson attended. Chief Justice Moore administered the oath as lawmakers looked on. Ray’s brief speech framed a focus on environmental pollution and drug abuse as key issues for the next two years.
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Farmington
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Stage Is Set For Release Of Diplomat
Rio de Janeiro awaits Swiss ambassador Giovanni Bucher freed after 29 days in captivity. Brazil receives 70 prisoners released to Chile as ransom. banqueting plans start in earnest. A Varig flight brought the prisoners to Santiago, with release expected once agency photos arrive in Brazil.
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Charles Ilbrick
Mexico
Nobuo Okuchi
Ehrenfried von Felleben
Popeular Revolutionary Vanguard
Papo
Coli
Two Obscenity Curbs Strike Down by Supreme Court
The U S Supreme Court unanimously invalidated two federal laws restricting obscene material in the mail. Justices Brennan and the majority ruled the measures violated free expression, noting lack of prompt judicial review and the chilling effect on speech while awaiting administrative processes. The Nixon administration urged retention, but the decision centered on constitutional protections.
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UPI
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Lawer
Georgia
California
Arérman
Oliver Wendell Holmes
Brennan
U.S
Post Office
Nixon
Peter Straus
U.S. Solicitor General's Office
Congress
Nixon urges use of the system to mobilize youth
President Nixon addressed a University of Nebraska convocation urging 18 year olds to engage with national affairs and vote. He announced a plan to create a new federal agency uniting Peace Corps and Vista to expand volunteer service at home and abroad. He urged unity in facing wartime and domestic challenges, stressing a single destiny for all generations.
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White House
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Vietnam
Congress
Peace Corps
Vistal
Two Firemen Hurt In Cargill Blaze At Beach Plant
Two firemen Bill Bernett and Richard Pazdhrvaik were overcome by smoke while battling a fire at Cargill Co oakt plant at 411 Sixth Street NE. The blaze started in a soy boat dryer. both men suffered minor hand lacerations and were treated at St Luke's hospital and released. Fire continued into the morning with 25 firefighters on scene. acting Chief McAllen cited overheating in the dryer as probable cause.
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Cargill Co Eakt
Bill Bernett
Richard Pazdhrvaik
St.Luke's Hospital
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B 52s in Cambodia : 6 Casualties Down
U S B 52 bombers joined the campaign to reopen Cambodia's sea highway amid heavy fighting. U S command reported 27 Americans killed in Vietnam last week and 82 wounded, lowest battlefield casualties in more than five years. Non hostile deaths added 27. Total U S casualties since 1961 tallied 44 268 killed in action, 9 091 non hostile, 209 612 wounded, 694 missing.
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