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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jul 09, 1963

Page

3

Weather and crime notes from a late summer day in 1963

The bulletin lists high and low temperatures for multiple cities including Bismarck, Minneapolis, Chicago, New Orleans, Denver, New York, Duluth, Los Angeles, Phoenix, and Seattle with precipitation figures. It forecasts clear to partly cloudy conditions through Wednesday, with highs in the 80s and 90s and scattered showers or thundershowers later. Police reports cover fines for various infractions, births and deaths, and local incidents with names and addresses.

Bismarck Mineapolis Chicago N. Orleans Denver New York Duluth Maha L Angeles Phoenix Seattle

Kennedy backs voluntary talks on railroads plan

The White House press secretary outlined President Kennedy's support for peaceful resolution of railroad issues and described Goldberg as a proposed mediator. Salinger noted the idea originated with Kennedy and that Goldberg agreed during a Monday night phone call. The justice is currently visiting Puerto Rico.

Goldberg Salinger Kennedy Justice Puerto Rico

Synod Delays Action on FCC Regulation Statement

The General Synod of the United Church of Christ postponed a decision on a statement urging stricter FCC oversight of television and radio. A spokesman said the issue would be revisited before meetings end as more study time was requested. The body also created a committee to lead its campaign against racial discrimination with Rev. Nicholas Hood of Plymouth United Church of Christ in Detroit named to head it. The synod approved establishing the denomination's national headquarters in New York, defeating a move to move to Philadelphia.

Denver UPI General Synod of the United Church of Christ Federal Communications Commission FCC Nicholas Hood Plymouth United Church of Christ of Detroit New York Philadelphia

Soviets Refuse to Quit Talks as Khrushchev Skips Moscow

The statement warns against aggravating relations while Soviet actions are seen as unfriendly yet aimed at avoiding deepening tensions. It notes Khrushchev did not accompany Spaak to Moscow and has not indicated a return from Kiev, signaling continued discussions despite delays.

Khrushchev Spaak Moscow Kiev

Farm Boy Hurt In Wagon Fall Run Over

Os sian Kenneth Zei bohmer, 14, son of Mr and Mrs Ted Zeibohmer, was listed in fair condition at Postville hospital Tuesday with internal injuries after falling from a farm wagon and being run over Monday.

Ossian Kenneth Zeibohmer Ted Zeibohmer Postville Hospital

Mississippi Negro Registration Books Close Sparks Civil Rights Debate

In Jackson Mississippi registration books closed abruptly amid a civil rights drive led by Rev. R L T Smith. Officials cite staff workload ahead of the August 6 Democratic primary with 138 names on the ballot. Voters must be registered four months before a general election to vote.

Jackson Miss Mississippi R. L. T. Smith Hinds County H. S. Ashford Ashford

Record July Cold Hits Northern States From Minnesota to New England

A nationwide July cold snap brought frost and light freezes from Minnesota to New England. Kane Pennsylvania registered 30 degrees the fourth 30s reading this week, Whiteface Mountain hit 31, and multiple towns in New York, Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Vermont, Ohio, Michigan set record lows for the date. New York City dropped to a record cool 54 after a week of 93.

Minnesota New England Kane Ice Box Pennsylvania Whiteface Mountain Adirondacks Bradford Emporium Arcade New York Oneonta Albany Rochester N.Y Worcester Mass Burlington Pittsburgh Akron Columbus Ohio Flint Lansing Mich New York City

Bank sues to recover 1400 of 1800 mis deposited funds

The Merchants National Bank seeks to recover 1400 dollars after depositing 1800 dollars into the Fifth Street grocery account in Cedar Rapids. The store's proprietors withdrew funds before the error was found, with deposits totaling 600 dollars each on May 17 and an 18.54 check clearance. The bank says the true balance was 81.48 dollars, and that 1200 dollars cash was cashed on June 6. The bank claims 1408.60 remains due after seizing 391.40.

Merchants National Bank Cedar Rapids Nemers Everett S. Nemer

Boy Caught in Mailbox Surprise Hide and Seek

In Birmingham a boy named Kev was found inside a pillar mailbox after the door closed on him during hide and seek. A police officer and postman freed him, and Kev quipped that next time he climbs in a postal box he must remember the three-penny stamp.

Kevin Spearn Kevin

Six killed in three car and bus collision on parkway

In Pittsburgh an AP report states six people died Tuesday in a crash involving three cars and a bus on a parkway. Five victims were in one car and another in a second, with one more person injured. The bus occupants were unharmed and the cars caught fire after the collision.

Pittsburgh

Action Deferred On License for Sportsman Club

The board of supervisors tabled a liquor license application by the Sportsman’s Club, citing errors in the filing. Virginia Nemecek, club president, led the patch, with questions about bond amounts and a related beer permit issued to C. J. Nemecek. Officials will consult the state liquor commission to determine eligibility and whether the license can be issued to Virginia.

Sportsman Club Board of Supervisors Sportsman’s Club Virginia Nemecek Waubeek Wendy Oaks Anthony Scolaro John Burrill C. J. Nemecek Virginia Nemecek State Liquor Commission

Mystery Noises Blamed on Boys With Firecrackers

Deputies believe recent farm noises near Loren Port's Waubeek area were caused by two 17 year old boys with firecrackers. The suspects were questioned and released as using firecrackers is illegal only when exploded, not merely possessed.

Waubeek — Linn Loren Port Farm Waubeek Port Gene Clatterbuck Clatterbuck Springville Lyle Shook Donovan Wright Port Farm Central City

Four Charged As Drunk Drivers In Eastern Iowa

Four eastern Iowa men faced district court on Monday with charges of drunk driving including a fifth offense for John C. Conner. Conner, 54, of rural Mt. Vernon, has four prior convictions and faces a third offense count after a Friday arrest on Twelfth Avenue SE. Roy O. Rolison, 59, pled not guilty to a second offense drunk driving, stemming from a crash near Mt. Vernon on Highway 150. Carl D. Stoler, 37, of La Porte City, was fined $300 for a first offense after a Wednesday Cedar Rapids arrest. Other case details include prior convictions and arraignments.

Iowa John C. Conner Mt. Vernon Conner Twelfth Avenue SE Roy O. Rolison 1604 Eighth Avenue SE B. J. Maxwell Rolison Abbe Creek Carl D. Stoler la Porte City William Eads Stoler Cedar Rapids

Suspended Sentence Given to Phillip G Gentz

Phillip G Gentz a 21 year old resident of Manchester received a six month suspended sentence on Monday from Judge Charles in a court proceeding.

Phillip G. Gentz Manchester Charles

Gazette ad cancellation remark ends sale attempt

Mr. L Hines canceled a Gazette want ad claiming it was a good way to sell things. The terse remark ends the listing without further details or follow up.

Mr. L. Hines

Anamosa Man Charged After Sunday Arrest in Marion

Clarence H. Dirks, 45, of Anamosa, was charged following a Sunday 1:45 a.m. arrest at Seventh Avenue and Eighth Street in Marion. He has not yet been arraigned on the charge.

Clarence H. Dirks Anamosa Marion Seventh Avenue Eighth Street Dirks

Two Men Sentenced for Contempt in Linn County Court

Judge B J Maxwell sentenced Joseph Hivel to ten days and Welder W Schultz to three days for contempt of court in Linn County. Schultz had the sentence suspended if he finds work provides support to his wife and abides by an injunction. Hrvol received a ten day suspended term for failing to pay child support and failing to return his son Carl from Chicago. authorities report the boy remains missing and Hrvol claims no knowledge of his whereabouts.

Linn County B. J. Maxwell Joseph Hivel Avenue NE Welder W. Schultz Hiawatha Hrool Carl Chicago Hrvol Maxwell Des Moines

Pleads Innocent to False Pretense Charge

Richard Sabins 24 of 113 A avenue NE pled innocent to a false pretense charge arraigned before Judge Charles Penningroth. His trial was set for next Monday. He allegedly bought a 1957 model car May 16 from Allen Motor Co Cedar Rapids with a $650.75 check drawn on First Trust and Savings Bank without an account at the bank.

Richard Sabins Avenue NE Charles Penningroth Sabins Allen Motor Co Cedar Rapids First Trust and Savings Bank

Robert E Ford Appeals Assessment on Cedar Rapids Home

Robert E Ford filed an appeal in district court challenging the city assessor's $9180 valuation on his residence at 3317 First Avenue SW. The protest was first made May 6 to the Cedar Rapids board of review and denied June 7.

First Avenue Robert E. Ford Ford Cedar Rapids

Deaths James A. Zeman 24

James A. Zeman 24, a former resident of Shellsburg and Cedar Rapids, died Saturday in a San Francisco hospital. He was the son of Mr and Mrs Leon Zeman of Richmond California. Surviving are a sister Mrs Benjamin Nolan and a brother Robert.

James A. Zeman Shellsburg Cedar Rapids San Francisco Leon Zeman Richmond Calif Benjamin Nolan Robert

Obituary Notices for Carroll and George C Thomas

John M Carroll funeral Wednesday at 9 in Immaculate Conception Church by Msgr Wm Roach. Burial Mt Calvary. Friends may call at Brady mortuary. George C Thomas cremation to be arranged with Memorial Chapel Cedar Memorial. service Wednesday at 2 by Rev Dominic Loferski. Friends may call at Brosh chapel.

Bacteria Count Drops in Cedar River After Peak

Cedar river coli form bacteria levels fell sharply after a peak of seven million per 100 milliliters. City lab said samples Sunday and Monday measured 24 000, down from Saturday s peak. Officials cited rain dilution and cooler temperatures as factors in the decline. River height rose from 3 47 feet Friday to 4 13 feet Tuesday at 8 am.

Cedar River City Waterworks Laboratory

City Briefs and Events Across Morristown

Local notices announce a Coin Club gathering Wednesday at 7 30 PM in the Sheraton Morristown. Marion Ridiculous Days offer bargains Thursday and Friday. An Optimists meeting features a Masters golf movie Thursday at noon at the Roosevelt. A Quaker Oats plant tour Wednesday at 6 15 PM includes dinner at the Roosevelt with free rides and shopping from downtown merchants.

Roosevelt Roosevelt Hotel

Annual Traffic Outing Scheduled by Chamber of Commerce

The Outing-Transportation bureau of the Chamber of Commerce schedules its annual traffic outing for Sept. 10 with chairman William B. Cass. Dairy Queen sodas or floats available at 19 cents today through Thursday as an Adv. note. A lawn mower valued at $25 was reported stolen from the cellar entryway of Ross Wilson’s home at 417 Eighteenth Street SE. Country Cobbler Shoe Store at Lindale Plaza will be closed Tuesday until 6 p.m. to prepare for their semi.

Transportation Bureau of the Chamber of Commerce William B. Cass Dairy Queen Ross Wilson Eighteenth Street Lindale Plaza

Royal visit highlights Greek Cyprus tensions and police security

Demonstrators in mourning sashes protest Greece as Queen and Prince Philip arrive at Gatwick aboard a chartered jet. Police shield the royal party on arrival and during a train trip to Victoria station, guarding bridges and overpasses to prevent interference amid Cyprus dispute strains.

Britain Militant Committee of 100 Greece Gatwick Prince Philip Panayotis Pipinelis Victoria Station Cyprus

Year in Jail for Oelwein Man on Larceny Charge

West Union Tom Saw yer of Oelwein was sentenced to a year in Fayette county jail on a larceny charge.

West Union Tom Sawyer Oelwein Fayette County

Annual nickel sale and foreign trade dinner planned

Foreign Trade Commerce annual dinner for the planning committee will be held Thursday at 6 p.m. at Holiday Inn. Activities for the coming season will be set. Also promoting gifts, D&S Glass Co. advertises framed and Venetian mirrors.

The Foreign Trade Bureau of the Chamber of Commerce Holiday Inn

Marion liquor licenses issued this week

Iowa liquor control commission granted licenses to several entities including the Class C Commercial Armory Ballroom in Marion for 1000 dollars to Peter C. Pirillo, Sportsmen in rural Hazleton for 1000 dollars, the Class A Bona Fide Clubs at Wapsipinicon Golf Club in Independence for 300 dollars, and Indian Creek Country Club in Marion for 500 dollars.

Marion Peter C. Pirillo Wapsipinicon Golf Club Independence Indian Creek Country Club

Also Mentioned on This Page

Daily Record C.R. Weather Municipal Airport Richard P. Schilling Seventh Street Gary E. Griffin H Avenue Larry Biderman James B. Dougherty Nineteenth Street Dallas H. Roseberry Newhall Alan F. Maurer Wilton Junction Charles A.heiden Thirtieth Street James D. Cummins Seventeenth Street Phillip C. Winkler Second Avenue John L. Watters Donald W. Smith Stanwood Ned William P. Burke Mt. Vernon Road SE Carl *. Puckett Rosedale Mt. Vernon Road Carl J. Puckett Jack Noble James J. Humphrey Baton Rouge Orville W. Hall Postville Daniel C. Sullivan LaCrosse St. Bridget’s Church Cewevea Schutte’s. McGregor Davenport C.R Thomas Leso Edgewood Read Edwin Carlson Chelsea Gene Henderson Ellis Boulevard Scotty Diveley Dale Weaver Raymond Franklin St. Luke's Len E. Biella Park Avenue SE Leonard Kroemer Lowden Jack W. Snetzler Oakland Road NE Jan D. Esch Stephen R. Robinson Washington Avenue Louis L. Westbrook E Street Richard S. Lund E Avenue NE James van Denover van Denovers Robert W. Hach Winifred H. Hach H. Pierce Alexander Nadine E. Alexander Bessie M. Frady John H. Frady Martha Ann Beaver Arvie D. Beaver Sybil L. Parkins Donald L. Parkins Patricia Ann Beltz Robert E. Beltz Carolyn Schlicht Francis R. Schlicht Dennis Callas Diane Wyatt Gordon L. Bryan Connie Kimble James Howe Sheron Kingsbury Dean S. Warner Dorothy Spicka Larry Foley Mardonna Rutenbeck Wendell Weeks Dolores Conner Walter Phillips, Jr Jeanette R. Phillips Darryl LaGrange Sharon Blessing Kurt Winfield Hazel Butterfield Vinton Merle Foote Burnside Sandra McDonald Leo Rensch Karen Klosterman Harold Drive Linwood Street Fourth Avenue First Street Eighth Twelfth Avenues Sixteenth Street First Avenue SE Edward F. Bock Twelfth Avenue Naify Dingle Susan M. Collins Fifth Avenue Everett W. Schilling Emerald Avenue Raymond R. Neumeyer Sunrise Trailer Court James A. Kattmeir Avenue Harold G. Athey Cox Avenue Patricia L. Bridges Ford Avenue Charles W. Christensen Wilson Avenue William L. Blakeslee Twentyfirst James H. Vauslin Ethel M. Crail Thirty-third Street Shirley A. Kouba Alburnett James Parizek Fourth Street Walter J. Binney Twenty-seventh Street Richard A. Wood Twenty-fourth Street Robert P. Johnston Twelfth Street Rosalind G Reds Beatty-Bearle Funeral Home Teahen Funeral Home First Ave 6Th St Associated Press Courthouse News Tony Nemer Fifth Street Fifth Street NW Penningroth Gentz Roy Birmingham England Monahan Stewart 1St Ave J. Stewart H. Lloyd Miller John Dorothy M. King Donald Barnes B Avenue NE Collins Elizabeth Don Liston Cecilia Kelp Linda S. Brody Ronald R. Brody Margaret L. Callahan James M. Callahan Gazette John E. Lapes 3Rd Ave Turner’s Turner's John B. Turner & Son Second Ave. S.E Empire Coin Club Sheraton-Montrose Hotel Adv Jerry Voldingh Philip D&s Glass Co Olive Seymour Los Angeles St. Luke’s Hospital Third Avenue SE Marion Liquor Licenses Hesser Order OF the Golden Rule Murdoch Walker Center Point
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