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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1980
Page
5
U S District Judge Edward McManus ordered Linn County officials to fix overcrowding in Cellblock 1 and install a reliable emergency reporting system. He noted 21 or more inmates violates space minimums, with cellblock often housing 30 and insufficient bunks blankets or mattresses.
City Water Department explains hydrant use for water at a price. A meter is installed for the user and kept as long as needed. Installation and removal cost 7.73 dollars each. Hydrant water charges start at 75 cents per day or based on usage, whichever is greater. Burrell notes 50 to 60 hydrant meters are in use mainly during summer and warns against unauthorized use, with stiff penalties. Separately, police report burglaries: Jerald Scott’s residence lost stereo gear valued at 4,325 dollars. Sandra Roff’s home stolen items valued at 1,173 dollars including a camera purse and racing bike.
Kenneth D Feeney 22 a Kennedy High grad and Junior Achievement manager filed nominating papers for the Cedar Rapids Community School District at large seat presently held by Curran Rosser The term is three years for both seats and Moore’s term also expires. Feeney resides at 700 43rd St NE. Eleven Coe College students earned Grace F Tschirgi scholarships for 1980 81 Cedar Rapids and Marion recipients listed with addresses. scholarship honors Linn County residents with academic potential. Grace Tschirgi died in the mid 1950s and was president of Russell's Guides Inc. founded by her husband Anthony in 1889.
A 17-year-old charged with assault with intent to inflict serious injury awaits transfer to adult court as a separate hearing was continued. Roger Davies, 16, remains comatose 23 days after the June 15 party incident at Mercy Hospital in fair but stable condition.
Four burglaries were reported to the Cedar Rapids Police. Marc H. Rawson of 909 Ellis Lane NW lost a $300 microwave oven and two TVs at $350 each. An 18 year old and three juveniles were arrested after a complaint from Stouffer's Hotel about a banquet room theft of several bottles of wine. Thomas W. Thurston of 1431 Fourth St SW was charged with second degree burglary alongside the juveniles. The juveniles were reportedly runa
Rep. Tom Tauke a Dubuque Republican formally launched his campaign for a second term with four months until the November 4 election. His Democrat challenger is Steve Severn of rural Marion. Tauke touts his record, argues for limited government, and calls for a values-based political direction. He plans debates with Severn, the first in Cedar Rapids later this month.
Linn County treasurer Jim Hennessey reported 1979 80 investments yielded about 1.48 million dollars, roughly 500000 more than forecast, with daily interest around 4046 dollars. The rise came from higher rates, including a peak of 16 percent, now about 7.4 percent, and funds totaled 102 million. Idle funds were placed in 16 of 18 banks mostly in 30 to 90 day certificates. Extra earnings will go to the county general fund. On this date in 1898 the United States annexed Hawaii.
Andrew Gaal of 816 Ninth St SE was arrested on assault and drug charges after allegedly threatening an 11 year old with a knife. Three others face assault counts including David Nash, Michael Martin, and Mark Armstrong linked to incidents at multiple Linn County addresses. Police report two people filed complaints and incidents involved possible blunt force and weapon use.
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