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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jan 25, 1969

Page

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Weather and death notices from Beaverton area January 1968

Weather data for Beaverton Oregon includes highs around 39 and lows near 23 with wind WNW at 24 to 33 mph. Local obituaries list Arthur Whinex 79 Murdoch's Avamosa Arvid L Egges 3 Vernon Fisher Belden Wartin 61 John Bub 8 Arthur G Rinderknecht 72 and others with service details in Center Point Downey and Atkins areas.

Gazette Iowa Central City Arthur Whinex Murdoch's Avamosa Arvid L. Egges Joettsch’s Center Point Vernon Fisher Urdoch's Belden Snider's Atkins Arthur G. Rinderknecht Fellmer's Keystone

Vietnam peace talks urge DMZ respect and ceasefire

In Saigon delegates from all sides meet to push for a fixed DMZ under Geneva accords and international verification. NLF leader Tran Buu Kiem denounces U.S. support for Saigon forces while North Vietnam’s Xuan Thuy and Saigon’s Pham Dang Lam demand end to the regime and a four point path to halt aggression.

NLF Tran Buu Kiem U.S Saigon Xuan Thuy North Vietnam Pham Dang Lam Hanoi South Vietnam

Deaths of Barbara Sears and others in Cedar Rapids area

Barbara Petrick Sears 79 of Marion died Friday after a short illness leaving three sons Leo John Edward F two daughters Gertrude and Barbara two sisters and two grandchildren. Elizabeth Kucera 86 Cedar Rapids died Friday after a short illness leaving a daughter and a son three grandchildren one great grandchild and a brother. Walter H Boner 73 Cedar Rapids area died Friday after a short illness with a brother in Honolulu surviving. Funeral details list Requiem mass, memorial services, and burial arrangements in Cedar Rapids area churches and cemeteries.

Barbara Petrick Sears Marion Edward R. Sears Fairfax Cedar Rapids Leon John Edward F Gertrude M Barbara E Gifford Tow Christina Boland Blanche Smith Lakeland Fla Elizabeth Kucera Memorial Drive Charles Kucera Johnson County Hus Memorial United Presbyterian Church Tabatha Society of the Church John Drahovzal Woodrow Kucera Charles G. Vavra Boulder Cole

Man Admits Relations, but Denies reported incident

Cedar Rapids man Robert Ray Elliott 21 is charged with assaulting a 74 year old disabled woman and was held over for formal action after a preliminary hearing. The incident reportedly occurred January 14, with Elliott claiming non forcible relations on his first visit and later admitting anger and hitting the woman with a pop bottle. Elliott testified and fled the scene, later captured. He faces probation and a separate parole violation alongside a prior Linn district court sentence.

Cedar Rapids John B. Reilly Robert Ray Elliott Blakely Boulevard Third Street SE Elliott Linn County Jin

American released after Yugoslav spy conviction trip ends

Destam Berisha, 48, a naturalized American, was released in Northampton after 17 months away on vacation that led to his arrest on a spy charge in Yugoslavia. He was met and transported to his home following arrival.

Northampton Mass Destam Berisha Yugoslavia Atlantic Belgrade U.S Northampton Hospital Kosmet Albania New York U.S. State Department Silvio Conte D-Mass Tito O Conte

Mudslides cripple Hollywood Hills area and halt transit

Rescue efforts stalled by mud and debris as six people hospitalized after multiple slides in the Hollywood Hills. Fire units faced blocked roads, with evacuations in Carpinteria and Malibu as Pacific Coast Highway and rail routes were shut. A related case from Yugoslavia involved Berisha, who sought amnesty after espionage charges and later release amid diplomatic efforts.

Riordan Hollywood Hills County Fire Department

Two Gunmen Rob Grocery in Springville

Two men robbed Briner's grocery in Springville Friday afternoon, taking about 200 dollars from two clerks at gunpoint. The youths taped the clerks, forced currency from the cash register, and warned them to stay quiet for ten minutes. Sheriff Walter Grant identified a 20 year old white man in dark green coveralls and a red white stocking hat and a second white man around 40 to 45 wearing similar clothing and a dark cap. both were about 5 feet 10 inches tall. No customers or getaway vehicle were seen.

Briner Springville Walter Grant Paula Kennedy A. E. Ernst Womn Sheriff's Office Grant

Intruder Robs Women in Cedar Rapids Home

Belle Plaine resident Agnus Yarborough visiting sister Bessie Severn at 78 Nineteenth Avenue SW Cedar Rapids was robbed of $8 Friday evening. Detectives describe the suspect as a young man about 5 7 160 pounds with blond hair wearing a red cap red sweater dark glasses and brown pants.

Belle Plaine Cedar Rapids Agnus Yarborough Bessie Severn Nineteenth Avenue

Cub Scouts Pack 15 Honors Four Members at LDS Chapel

Four Cub Scouts from Pack 15 received awards Saturday at the LDS chapel. Michael Fisher, Brian Barthel, Lyle Hyke, and Daniel Shireman were recognized for their achievements in the ongoing program.

Michael Fisher Brian Barthel Lyle Hyke Daniel Shireman

Obituary for Elmer M Olson A Cedar Rapids Resident

Elmer M Olson 71 of 1012 atenns St died Sunday after a long illness. Born January 25 1897 in Lake Mills he lived in Cedar Rapids since 1950 and retired from Fruehaut’s. Survived by wife Stella memorial services Monday at 1 30 p m Brady Mortuary with Rev A F Frankhauser officiating burial Dunkard Cemetery friends may call at Brady’s after 1 p.m. Sunday

Ilgolcls St. Patrick’s Church J. Robert McDonald Mt. Calvary Cemetery NSCF Knights of Columbus Brady Mortuary Janeba-Kuba Hus Memorials United Presbyterian Church Cedar Memorial Hus Memorial United Presbyterian Church Walter H. Boner Third Avenue Monticello Cedar Rapids North Western Railroad John Boner Honolulu Kuba William B. Harnish Hanford Post American Legion Secong

Undetermined Loss From Capitol Optical Breakin

An undetermined amount of money was taken from Capitol Optical at 106 First Street SE after rear door forced entry on Friday night. The cash drawer was emptied as authorities investigate the breakin.

Capitol Optical First Street

Weather Update Dictates Snowbound Iowa Highways

Weather on the northeastern line from Osage to Cedar Rapids to Dubuque shows 25 to 100 percent snowpacked and ice-covered roads. Des Moines area highways vary up to 50 percent ice, while others are normal to icy. I 80 mostly normal except Des Moines and West Branch at 50 percent ice. One-way traffic persists in extreme northeast due to drifting from Friday night winds. Tonight will be clear and cold with lows from 5 below to 10 below. Sunday should start fair then cloud late with highs 12 to 20. Monday looks similar with a chance of snow.

Osage Cedar Rapids Dubuque Des Moines West Branch Iowa

Suspensions Hit Hog Kill Plant Workers at Wilson

Wilson plant manager Wren said 90 men were suspended after a night shift breakdown left workload reduced and a switch failure. About half of the workers stayed to work, while the others left. Discussions on suspensions were expected late Monday. no official comment from Upton spokesmen was available.

Wilson Plant Wis and Tollva Wren Upton

4 Hospitalized in 11 Vehicle Pileup Near Ryan

A Friday afternoon 11 vehicle pileup two miles north of Ryan on Highway 1A left four people hospitalized. Delano Boardman, 26, and his wife, both in good condition, were treated in Manchester and Cedar Rapids hospitals respectively. Burdette Romig, 21, and his wife Susan, 20, were also listed in good condition at Manchester and St Luke's in Cedar Rapids. A head-on clash followed by a semi jackknife and several rear-end collisions caused a two hour roadclosure and involved Deputy Sheriff Owen McCarthy.

Ryan Cedar Rapids Delano Boardman Twelfth Street Manchester Burdette Romig Edgewood Susan St. Luke's Hospital Delaware County Owen McCarthy McCarthy

Linn County Health Center board seeks mission clarity

The Linn County Health Center board debated its role amid tensions with the county supervisors and agency heads. Discussions focused on funding two projects for retarded and severely handicapped individuals, potential joint boards, and whether the board should directly provide services or remain a coordinating body. A follow up meeting was scheduled for next Wednesday to set policies and align roles.

Linn County Health Center Board of Directors County ‘Board of Supervisors Health Center Board Anthony Scolaro Dudley Henderson Robert Langford Langford Board of Supervisors

Woman shoots husband in dispute then is jailed for murder

In Detroit a woman shot her husband during a domestic dispute after he allegedly threatened her. She fired six shots with a .22 revolver, five hit Doolin who died later at Mercy hospital. She was treated for minor injuries, questioned, and booked on murder charges with bond set by Judge Reilly.

Doolin Mercy Hospital St. Luke’s Hospital Ian John B.reilly Reilly Jan Hermiston Ore Serthe City Oregon State University Perimental Station Boby Cooper Cooper

Bevel’s Plea to Enter Ray Case Rejected

MEMPHIS AP The Rev James Bevel an ally of Martin Luther King Jr is barred from defending James Earl Ray the suspect in King slaying Judge W Preson Battle ruled Bevel cannot enter the case since he is not a licensed lawyer Tennessee requires a law degree Bevel had claimed to possess evidence of Rays innocence and met with the judge seeking permission to join the defense

Memphis, Tenn James Bevel Martin Luther King King W. Preson Battle Bevel Ten Nessee James Earl Ray Battle Friday

Milan Air Pollution Seen as Intolerable by Mayor

Milan mayor Aldo Aniasi laments downtown air pollution making the office district intolerable for people. He urges action to curb the worsening conditions affecting residents and commerce.

Milan Italy Aldo Aniasi

James Nolan Doolin obituary notice

James Nolan Doolin born February 24 1928 in Palmyra Missouri married LaQuesta Pickins November 28 1968 in Detroit He was a World War II veteran and member of Bethel AME Fidelity Lodge 1058 IBPOB Survived by wife son four daughters two brothers and five sisters Burial Oak Hill cemetery Turner chapel in charge Casket not to be opened Memorial services to be announced later.

James Nolan Doolin Palmyra LaQuesta Pickins Detroit Doolin Bethel Ame Fidelity James Doolin Josette Doolin Letiicia Doolin New York City Harriett Robinson Cedar Rapiee Rachel Dawson Des Moines Gene Doolin Cedar Rapids Audrey Pate Hazel Gooding Davenport Claretta Howard Anna Brooks Paralee Cole Rock Island Oak Hill Cemetery Turner Chapel

Jury members told not to report Monday in Lim county

Clerk Kenneth Perry announced that the Lim county district court jury panel need not report on Monday. They are asked to report the following Monday February 3.

Kenneth Perry Lim County District Court

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