Taube and Donnelly parks move to full-day playgrounds
Supervisor Wayne Jackson says seven playgrounds will operate full days starting Monday due to higher attendance. Taube ranked second in attendance among the grounds with 239 youngsters, Emerson led with 251. Directors named for Taube are Connie Austin and Tom Lea. Donnelly directors are Ellen Watts and Dave Ward. Leal joined the staff this week. Awards this week include juniors ring toss Danny Kosmach Donnelly. bean bag Mike Hunter Irving. seniors chess Kurt Miles Emerson. nok hockey Jerry Crowley Emerson. Next week crafts include leather products. theme Off and Running with track meets at each playground. Individual winners meet Friday at 1:30 p.m. at Marion athletic field. All playgrounds closed during city-wide meet.
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Taube
Donnelly Parks
Wayne Jackson
Emerson
Connie Austin
Tom Lea
Donnelly
Ellen Watts
Dave Ward
Leal
Danny Kosmach
Mike Hunter
Irving
Kurt Miles
Jerry Crowley
Marion Athletic Field
Linn-Mar school schedule shows steady progress toward fall
Construction at Linn-Mar district facilities proceeds on schedule with Bowman Woods elementary work 75 percent footings poured and two classroom pods under foundation. A mid December target for Bowman Woods pods and a later winter finish for the central building are planned.
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Washington
Marion Independent
Richard M. Sorensen
Loomis Brothers
Cedar Rapids
Sorensen
Linn-Mar
Kenneth P. Patton
Patton
Bowman Woods
Schoff Construction Co
Lisbon
Parnell Soldier Injured in Three Vehicle Crash
John Harney a 27 year old Parnell soldier was treated at University hospital for head lacerations after a Thursday morning crash on Interstate near Oxford involving a Des Moines trucker 41 a Oskaloosa driver 39 and a third truck. Harney faces a charge of failure to have control of his car.
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Iowa City
University Hospital
John Harney
Oxford
Robert Hubbell
Des Moines
Hubbell
Don Nicholson
Oskaloosa
Harney
Nicholson
Toledo Man Injured In Tama Accident
Ronald Bartling, 30, of rural Toledo, is hospitalized in Marshalltown with severe facial and head wounds after a downtown Tama crash at about 10:30 p.m. Thursday. He rode in a car driven by Lewis R. Bacon, 47, of Tama, whose vehicle veered left and struck Ed Cleppe's car driving south of the State Street main street intersection. Mrs. Cleppe, a bruised shoulder. Maxine Cleppe, 14, a bruised arm. Cleppe and two other children escaped unharmed.
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Tama
Ronald Bartling
Toledo
Marshalltown
Lewis R. Bacon
Bacon
Ed Cleppe
State Street
Cleppe
Maxine Cleppe
LaPorte City Men Are Fined in Vinton
Three LaPorte City men were arrested in Vinton for disturbing the peace. Keith Allsup 22 faced an added resisting an officer charge and paid 200 dollars plus 10 dollars costs. Harold Kamback 21 and Craig Vincent 21 paid 100 dollars plus costs each. They were in a cart driven around the Fareway store parking lot after officers ordered them to leave.
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Vinton
LaPorte City
Keith Allsup
Justice of the Peace
Fay Hire
Harold Kamback
Craig Vincent
Fareway
Stars of The Grand Ole Opry on Porter Wagoner Show
The Grand Ole Opry stars featured on The Porter Wagoner Show in color. Airs at 5 30 PM Saturdays on KORG ITV Channel 9.
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Stars of the
Grand Ole Opry
Korgitv
Channel 9
FBI Adds Byron Rice to Ten Most Wanted List
Byron James Rice 31 of Salt Lake City Utah was placed on the FBI ten most wanted fugitives list for interstate flight to avoid prosecution in a California armored car guard slaying during a 30 000 robbery. He faces charges of conspiracy armed robbery and murder. Two accomplices are jailed for life.
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Washington
UPI
California
FBI
Byron James Rice
Salt Lake City
Utah
Mountain View
Calif
Rice
George Williams
Lovelock
Nev
Nixon Needs 39 More Votes for Clincher
Rep. Laird predicts Nixon can win on first ballot at the national convention with 39 additional votes. He says Nixon trails polls now because he is not loud on issues and plans a September October peak. Laird spoke on ABC radio.
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Washington
House Republican Conference
Richard M. Nixon
Rep. Laird
Wis
Nixon
Dick Nixon
Laird
ABC Radio
Lone Tree School Court Move Seen
Iowa City reports ongoing legal action over the proposed Lone Tree reorganization of the Nichols independent district. Attorney Robert Osmundson notes plans to petition the Supreme Court for a rehearing while the Johnson County district court already dismissed a state action. The Lone Tree district has until July 10 to file anew as Muscatine-Scott county moves to attach Nichols to West Liberty, pending state approval.
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Iowa City
Nichols Independent
Robert Osmundson
Lone Tree
Supreme Court
Nichols
Johnson County District Court
State Department of Public Instruction
Lone Trees
Muscatine-Scott County
West Liberty
Budget Up in North Tama but Millage Down
The North Tama County Cams schools propose a 1968 69 budget totaling 749 612 up from 700 381 696 909 last year with expenditures rising 7 56 percent yet local taxes fall to about 440 378 from 515 780 a drop of 75 402 about 14 6. The anticipated mill levy is about 37 25 nearly 0 8 below 1966 67 and two mills below last year 39 208. A budget hearing will be held Monday at the school in Traer.
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TRAER
North Tama County
Cams
North Tama Board
Iowa Heart Disease Study Grant Awarded
A federal grant of 412 841 dollars funds a three year statewide program to improve heart disease diagnosis and treatment in Iowa. The Iowa Regional Medical Program in Iowa City will use part of the money for pilot programs in Des Moines and Mason City to train hospital staff in comprehensive stroke care.
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Washington
UPI
Iowa
U. S. Public Health Service
Neal Smith
Smith
Iowa City
Des Moines
Mason City
Marengo Youth Hurt in One Car Mishap
Marengo resident Jim Stursa aged 18 is in fair condition with head injuries after a one car crash near Victor on old highway 6 about 6:30 p.m. Thursday. Tom Jones 18 suffered arm and shoulder lacerations and Larry Koenig 19 had scalp lacerations. both were treated and released from the hospital.
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Marengo
Jim Stursa
Victor
Tom Jones
Larry Koenig
Reasons for Niagara Mohawk 3.60% preferred drop to 55
Investor asks why Niagara Mohawk 3.60% preferred fell from 76.25 to about 55. The answer cites higher interest rates as the main driver. High grade utilities now yield 6% to 6.5%, so prices adjust to produce that yield. Dividend coverage is strong and cumulative, supporting safety. Buy more if seeking a 6.5% return and if you expect rates to fall.
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Niagara Mohawk Power
Niagara Mohawk
Cedar Rapids public works bids sought for sanitary sewer project
City announces bids for construction of sanitary and storm sewer on Deepwood Court Southeast from Fox Meadow Drive to Sun Valley First Addition. Specifications available at City Clerk office, bids due within 30 days with ten percent certified check. city may reject bids.
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Sedar Rapids
Iowa
Cedar Rapids
Ceast Rapids
Deepwood Court
Fox Meadow Drive
Ling Sun Valley
Wymen
Opin
Sheme
Pas
É Schaefer
Notice of probate and will appointment for Frank K Powers
Probate of the will of Frank K Powers deceased is announced. Elsie Powers Ford is named executor. Creditors must file claims with the district clerk within six months and actions to set aside the will must be brought in the court within the publication period. Second publication dates noted as July 8, 1968.
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Frank K. Powers
Parsons
Frank
Powers
Decca
Arly
Elsie Fanets
Notice of Probate and Estate Claims for Mary Elizabeth Johnson
District Court of Linn County Iowa announces probate of the will of Mary Elizabeth Johnson deceased. Frank Clifford Johnson appointed executor. Creditors must file claims within six months after second publication or be barred. Published July 1968 in Cedar Rapids Iowa.
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District Court
State
Otain
Linn Sunty
Mary Elizabeth John ON
Mary
Kebe Johnson
Decessea
Istaay Vo Uy
Mary Elizabeth Johnson
Pearing
Ous Te
Clifford
Tate
Frank Clifford Johnson
Edar Rapids
Iowa
Springville Council Proceedings Highlight Local Actions
Mayor Cox led the regular meeting with all council members present. The group read minutes, issued permits including for a cigarette shop, waived the severance for the American Legion building, and discussed plans for fire equipment and siren relocation with no immediate decision. Minutes from the June 4 planning meeting were filed.
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Springville
Cox
Gee
Julia Perermits
Charles
American Legion -Post
Williams
Millerville Cox Mayer
Notice of Probate and Executor Appointment in Iowa
Probate in Law County Iowa confirms Wilbur A Hildreth died testate with will and codicil dated 1968 05 01 and 1968 06 05. Joseph J Severn named executor. creditors must file claims within six months of second publication or be barred.
Notice of Probate and Creditors for Edleman Estate
Probate and appointment notice for the estate of Harry Edleman deceased. Gerald Ray Edleman named executor. Creditors must file claims within six months from the second publication. Court in Linn County mandates deadlines and legal actions for settlement.
Hearing on Proposed Sanitary and Storm Sewer Improvements
Notice announces a July 4 1968 hearing at Cedar Rapids City Hall on proposed plans specifications and contract for sanitary and storm sewers at Geeswoe Court Southeast Fox Meadow Drive to north line Sun Valley First Additions. Objections may be filed at the hearing. cost estimated at 11.00. Local official G Schneter signs for City Clerk.
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Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Notice of hearing on Cedar Rapids sanitary sewer project
Public hearing set for July 24 1968 at Cedar Rapids Iowa City Hall Council Chambers on plan specifications form of contract and necessity for the Cedarcrest Court Northwest sewer at 500 feet west of Wiley Boulevard with estimated cost 5635 dollars. Citizens may speak on costs and opposition at the third hearing. Harold G Schaefer city official signed June 26 1968 and published July 5 1968.
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Council
City Hall
City of Cedar Rabids
Iowa
Cedar Rapids
Cedarcrest Court
Wiley Boulevard
Notice to creditors in Linn County Iowa estate case
In the Iowa district court for Linn County the estate of Barbara Jean Mulnix deceased notifies all creditors to present claims within six months from the second publication or be barred. Administrator Seaton issues the notice, with dates indicating the second publication in July 1968 and filings by Lawrence & Crissin.
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Iowa
Linn Cou
Barbara Jean Mulnix
Aarours Jean Malnix
Sazingt Sald
Sbore
Seaton
Cedar Rapids
Notice to Bidders Linn County secondary road resurfacing
Sealed bids are invited by the Linn County Auditor until July 1968 for surfacing 6.19 miles on secondary roads using 6820 tons Class A crushed stone. Bids must include a certified check payable to the County Auditor. Proposals on furnished forms only, with qualifications and bond requirements, and current Iowa State Highway Commission bidder eligibility.
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Linn County
Ls Office
de Cedar Uniil
Cnity
Cails
County Ui
Riahf
Iowa State Highway Commission
Board of Supervisors of
Probate notice appoints Edgar L. King executor
In Linn County Iowa the estate of William King deceased is probated. Edgar L. King is named executor with a hearing date set and a deadline for filing claims. Creditors must present claims within the allowed period or be barred. Dates indicate publication in Cedar Rapids and second notice in July.
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Ideata
Iowa
Linn
Natier
William
King
Edgar L. King
Kinedan
Cedar Rapids
Forfeiture Notice on Real Estate Contract in Cedar Rapids
Lorraine B McQueen and Morris A McQueen are notified of forfeiture of their real estate contract dated June 30 1957 for Lots 1 2 and 3 in Dean's First Addition Cedar Rapids Linn County Iowa. If all payments of $225 due by the first of each month since June 1958 are not made within 30 days from service by publication July 12 1968, their rights under the contract will be forfeited canceled and terminated.
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Lorraine
McQueen
Morris Alvin McQue
Linn County
Iowa
Lorraine B. McQueen
Joseph Clark
Dean
Cedar Rapids
Ate
Gt Abt Stark
Wanted ad seeks unusual item found by reader
A brief classified item notes a reader should report a missing or unusual object described in a wanted ad. The notice emphasizes locating the item and returning it to the rightful owner through the newspaper’s help.
Probate Notice of Estate in Iowa Court
In the matter of the estate of a deceased person the administrator is required to publish notice. Creditors and claimants must file their claims with the district court clerk by law for allowance. If not filed, claims may be barred by the court. Published July 1968 with attorney Nazette and Bromw referenced.
Sheriff Sale Notice in Linn County Iowa 1968 Public Auction
Special execution directs the sheriff to sell real estate in Linn County Iowa to satisfy a total debt of 13092.45 dollars plus interest and costs. The sale is set for July 12 1968 at 9 00 AM in front of the courthouse, with attorneys Kubiceks Novak Kubicek handling the case and the grantor being Left G own among the named defendants.
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Linn County
Anj
Iowa
A.C
Parlene Welter
H. Grant
David R. Webster
Kubiceks Novak
Kubicek
Orneys
Abandoned Vehicle Auction in Linn County Iowa
State of Iowa notices an auction under sections 321.85 through 321.91 for abandoned vehicles in Linn County. A list includes makes and models from the 1950s and early 1960s, with owners urged to appear to recover or claim ownership before the sale on the specified July 1, 1948, date and time.
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State OF Iowa
Iowa
George Miller
Boc
Linn County
Ford
Plymouth
Mercury
Chevy
Dodge
Pontiac
Lincoln
Patridgeston
Ontiac
Notice of Resolution of Necessity for Sanitary Sewer
City of Cedar Rapids Iowa prepares a resolution of necessity for construction of a unitary sanitary sewer on Cedarcrest Court Northwest and related streets. Hearing scheduled at 9:00 A.M. July 24 1968 in the Council Room. Objections may be filed. estimates and assessments described. Public notice published June 28 and July 5 1968.
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Cedar
Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Honsio
Iowa Utilities Commission Sets Hearing on Gas Pipeline Permit
Iowa Illinois Gas and Electric petitions for permit to construct a 2.56 mile natural gas pipeline from Linn County to Ely Iowa with rights to eminent domain. Hearing scheduled for June 16, 1968 in Des Moines. objections in writing five days prior.
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Iowa State Commerce Commission
Linn County
Iowa
lowa-Illinois Gas and Electric Company
Davenport
Iowatate Commerce Commission
Minois Gas and Electric Company
Township 82
St. P.M
Said
Ely
Des Moines
Public auction of property in Cedar Rapids Linn County
Sheriff notices a public sale of property in Cedar Rapids by the Linn County Sheriff at 9:00 o clock in the morning, June 0, in the court door, to satisfy a mortgage and survey easements and covenants. The action is overseen by Attorney Beatty and Lt. David R. Webster.
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Hin Gay
Paul Ar Whittters
Sorel Fs
Pont
Cedar Rapids
Linn County
Ely Iowa to vote on gas and electric franchise ordinance
Mayor proclaims special election July 8 in Ely to decide granting to Iowa Illinois Gas and Electric Company a 20 year gas and electric franchise. Ballot outlines Yes or No votes and details for citizens to approve the ordinance and related franchise terms, site of polling at Fire Station and clerk’s certification.
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Iowa
Gells
Aera
Ely
Iowa-Hinds Gas and Electriompany
Yeas
Eee
Iowa-Ilinois Gas and Electric Company
Aninois Corporation
Company
Town of
Ares
Powe Tee
Ingiclion 3
Dione Eee
Nevin W. Duffe
Audrey Yarbrough
Nevin W. Dufife Vor
Towa
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