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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1969
Page
11
Des Moines AP report surveys six Iowa female legislators as Gov. Ray proposes liberalizing abortion laws under strict medical supervision. Several back the aims of reducing illegal procedures, while concerns linger over defining mental health and risking broader access.
Portland scene confuses former Maine governor John Reed with Scouting magazine associate editor Mac Gardiner. Reed arrived at the airport greeted by Boy Scouts in a fur parka as a sled dogs tour began. Gardner then arrived and the ceremony was repeated with the correct guest.
Soviet space program analysts say Moscow has shown it can assemble space stations in Earth orbit but faces major hurdles to beating the United States to the Moon. Observers note the need for more launches, improved re entry limits, and a proven lunar landing and ascent craft.
The Senate and political figures bid farewell to Lyndon B. Johnson with praise and humor. Senator Mansfield praised Johnson for liberty and justice, while Goldwater called his service credit and honor. Dirksen wished him hail and godspeed as Johnson prepared a valedictory appearance before the National Press Club.
Congressman John Culver announced four young men nominated for appointment to the United States Naval Academy at Annapolis. The top nominee will be offered an appointment to the class entering this summer. Applications for the class entering in 1970 are due by October 31. Nominees are Patrick Joseph Jordan and Timothy J. Ryan of Dubuque, Martin L. Ryan of DeWitt, and Lawrence R. Jones of 5435 D Avenue NW, Cedar Rapids.
Special to The Gazette Winneshiek county authorities investigate Thursday night breakins at Fort Atkinson and Jackson Junction. Robberies include Alfred Neihaus DX station, Stanley Klimesh’s tavern $40 taken, and Praska's Grill in Jackson Junction with 12 six-packs of beer cigarets and candy. Front doors forced.
Two University of Iowa students, Tommy E. Henderson and Dennis A. Wilshere, both of Iowa City, were jailed in Cedar Rapids on grand larceny charges after allegedly stealing a portable television worth $84.95 from Uniroyal at Lindale Plaza Friday evening. Each was held in $500 bond.
President Nguyen Van Thieu of South Vietnam sent a farewell message to President Johnson praising his decisive contribution to defending freedom in Vietnam and the warm, confident cooperation between the two governments.
Hayden and Edwards named as speakers for a two day University of Iowa symposium on student power. Hayden will discuss Student Power What Is It on Feb 5 and Edwards will address Student Power and Black Power on Feb 6. Devere Pentony will present an administrator’s view. organizer James Murray notes the event aims for a serious intensive examination of student power.
NASA deputy administrator Dr George Mueller warned at the University of Tennessee Space Institute that the 1969 70 budget request of 3 878 billion could end U S space efforts by 1971 72 He contrasted U S plans with the Soviet Union rapid progress in manned stations lunar landings and planetary probes and said future progress hinges on the next President and Congress
Sen Jack Miller of Iowa endorsed Allen L Barney Danielson a Des Moines lawyer and Polk County Republican leader for the U S attorney job in the southern district of Iowa. The recommendation goes to newly elected Attorney General John Mitchell as current U S attorney James P Rielly resigns to return to private practice.
Kenneth E. Hansel, 29, held in city jail on a drunk driving charge after police saw him drive in an unusual manner Friday night in the 800 block of Fifth avenue SE. He had no listed address.
Kenneth E Northrup of Waucoma was fined 300 dollars plus costs on a drunk driving charge. He was arrested October 1 and appeared in court here Friday.
Washington Rep. John C. Culver, a Cedar Rapids Democrat, reportedly plans to leave the House Un American Activities Committee for a seat on the Government Operations Committee. He has served five years on the Foreign Affairs Committee and has been a lone dissenter on HUAC. Democratic caucus to decide assignments mid next week.
Thomas C. Slattery, assistant professor of music at Coe College, was named president elect of the Northeast Iowa Band Directors Association at a recent Independence meeting. He will serve as vice president in June and become president in 1970, with Richard Berkley as current president. Slattery is also reappointed to a second year as state chairman of the College Band Directors National Association.
Calm broke Friday as students at the University City campus renewed protests and held daily meetings denouncing what they call new government repression and police actions in Mexico City.
The Cedar Rapids City Council passed Ordinance No 69 on January 15 1969 amending zoning for property described along Ely Avenue SE and related streets it will rezone from R 2 to R 4 with access and setback requirements and a 12 month construction deadline all terms to be agreed in writing by owners and city officials, publication and costs noted.
The City of Cedar Rapids Iowa invites sealed bids for construction of sanitary sewer on Avenue Southwest 475 feet east of Bowl Street. Bids must be filed by 9:00 AM February 12 and will be opened publicly in City Hall. A ten percent certified check payable to the City Treasurer is required. The city reserves the right to reject any bid and to waive informalities.
The Local Public Agency City of Cedar Rapids Iowa announces a plan to sell and redevelop land within the Lake Ur Renewal Project to listed redevelopers including McGrentiac Inc Sparre Fidelity Co. A Redeveloper's Statement for Public Disclosure has been filed and is available for public examination at City Hall 6th Floor Cedar Rapids Iowa 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday until after February 17 1969. Public notice dated February 1969.
Case 69563 in Linn County District Court. AKROUCH sues for divorce from SIMON AKROUCH on grounds of cruel and inhuman treatment endangering health. Defendant must answer by January 7, 95 and is warned that default will enter. Attorney: Robert Nelson, Cedar Rapids.
A pasted page of classified ads lists Zobac Construction Co and Primrose Construction offering remodeling, general repair, and bonded services with free estimates. Other entries advertise carpentry, hauling, janitorial, electrical, plumbing, painting, and handyman work, with several contact phone numbers and brief service notes.
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