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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1966
Page
4
The report lists high and low temperatures for several cities, daily precipitation amounts, and a five day forecast with normal ranges. It notes rain totals for July and year-to-date figures, plus humidity, wind, sun and moon data. Birth notices and local incidents including grass fires and railroad fire risks are also summarized.
Court records list numerous speeding and traffic violations with fines and costs, including S. C. Shrein, Shirley A. Walker, James M. Clyde, Pattyck Borgenson, Mark Anderson, Billy Joe Cutchlow, Lyvia Ankney, Dennis J. Malone, Clifford A. Reel, Robert A. Cowell, and Warlord Burke. Civil actions show numerous debt judgments against Apex Loan Plan, Mercy Hospital, St. Luke's Hospital, St. Luke's Hospital, and others, with various dollar amounts. Funeral notices for Criss Dale, Anna Stratchota, Lew Miller, Ellis J. Brown, and Elberon services follow.
Wencil W. Kulish, 55, of 1522 Kulish Avenue NE, former city assessor, announced his Republican candidacy for Linn county treasurer. He faces Dick Beamon in the GOP primary, while Democrat James P. Dolan seeks the seat. Kulish is a real estate agent, WWII veteran, and longtime civic volunteer in Cedar Rapids.
Patricia Ann Bassett an 18 year old substitute post office worker faced U S Commissioner Kenneth Fuelling on charges of mail embezzlement Five fifty dollars were allegedly taken from a letter to the Illinois Commercial Men s Association secretary treasurer in Chicago The offense is said to have occurred Tuesday night Bassett was arrested at the post office Wednesday morning and released on her own recognizance She had been hired under the federal youth opportunity program to help needy students stay in school
The Cedar Rapids city council set a public hearing for 9 a.m. August 3 on annexing about 2,000 acres north of the city between C avenue NE and the Robins corporate limits. A resolution of intent to initiate involuntary annexation was approved, affecting a two and one half square mile area with about 20 houses. The move aims to reserve parkland and prevent other towns from annexing the area, with Marion planning limited western expansion to C avenue NE.
Washington AP United States labor officials report resumed negotiations between unions and five airlines over a strike. Northwest Airlines faced a dispute over rent in advance for quarters at its Tokyo base and halted talks after mechanics refused to service military line flights. The IAM credited both sides for cooperation and patience as talks restart. The Catania observatory in Sicily later reported a 15 minute solar explosion, the largest there in four years.
A nine member advisory committee was named by Mayor Bob Johnson to aid Cedar Rapids in fighting Dutch elm disease. Members include Abdallah Igram Louis J. Pochobrads ky Archie D. Farmer Marcel De Martelaere Mike Collins Carl Baumhoefener Ray Hertz Gladys Williamson and John Ward Jr A public meeting in the Memorial building armory is slated for Tuesday at 730 pm with Iowa State university entomologist Harold Gunderson presenting expert insights.
Linn county jail inmate Robert E. Brooks, 34, of 501 F avenue NW, had five days added on bread and water after returning to jail four hours after release from work. Sheriff Walter Grant suspended his work release and noted Brooks was serving a 90 day sentence for intoxication, disturbing the peace and leaving the scene of an accident without identifying himself. Brooks pled guilty to false uttering of bad checks totaling 193 dollars on December 24, 1964 and January 2, 1965.
James A. Daniel, 40, of 612 A avenue NW, pled guilty to a second offense drunk driving charge. Judge William Eads ordered treatment at Oakdale state hospital after Daniel drove onto Memorial Stadium’s baseball field during pre game batting practice. He will return to court for further proceedings after treatment.
Judge Warren J. Rees overruled a new trial motion for Jerry Joe Everett 24 Hazleton convicted June 8 of breaking and entering. Everett found guilty of entering Briner's grocery in Springville. Sentencing set for Friday at 10 30 a.m. Bond set at 30000.
LaVerne J. Mills, 27, of 1612 Ninth Street SW, received a six month suspended sentence Tuesday.
A larceny of a motor vehicle charge against James McKiernan, 21, of 212 Third Street NW, was dismissed Tuesday by District Judge William R. Eads after new evidence from the complainant. The alleged theft involved a February 24 car owned by Hazel C. Timmerman of Cedar Rapids.
Wa terworks Supt. George Lee reported 429,910,000 gallons pumped from 13 wells in June to the city council. Daily average 14,330,000 gallons and electricity use 546,660 kilowatt hours. Hardness averaged 16 grains per gallon for well water and 5.66 for treated water.
Washington UPI reports the Senate confirmed William Gaud as head of the Agency for International Development, succeeding David Bell. Gaud's confirmation advances U.S. foreign aid leadership.
Under secretary of State George Ball warned Wednesday that the West cannot safely relax its vigilance in Europe and urged continued attention to security concerns amid Cold War tensions.
A COLOR TV promo notes The Joker harasses Batman at 6:30 PM on Wednesday and Thursday on Channel 9, signaling a notable superhero clash in local programming.
Community notice promotes Thursday evening dog obedience classes at 7 p.m. in the Shopping Center at Town & Sour. Contact Mrsul livan at 364-1438 and Mrs. Allen at 365-3834. The editor notes strong interest from owners with young puppies and calls for more interested participants. Advertising through want ads urged with dial 362-1121 for an ad taker.
Cedar Rapids officials reject privatized bus subsidies after a mayoral advisory committee recommends forming a non profit regional transportation authority. A three member commission would direct the authority, with chances of merging school and charter bus services noted as a long range solution. Mayor Johnson said final council action remains to be seen.
Federal mediators announced no progress in a special Cedar Rapids City Lines session with bus drivers held at the request of Mayor Bob Johnson. Johnson urged concessions to resume emergency service during rush hours, but the talks produced no agreement. City officials anticipated a second bargaining session, though mediator Bob McCann said he had no awareness of another meeting.
Members of Machinists Local 831 vote to approve a new contract with Weyerhaeuser Co. in Cedar Rapids. Details of the agreement were not available at press time.
Sheriff Walter Grant said the Comet Oil service station in Center Point was burglarized overnight. An electric razor and about $50 in merchandise were reported stolen.
Obituaries report Donald L Bruce of Cedar Rapids age 63 died after long illness and memorial at Turner chapel. Clarence V Scott age 63 died in Iowa City. memorial at Bethel AME Church with Masonic services. Ella Leese age 86 died in Cedar Rapids nursing home. services at Morgan's Lisbon funeral home. Sara Rettig widow of George Rettig died in local nursing home. memorial at grave.
Weather continues hot with 103 degree highs in Burlington and 88 in Mason City. Des Moines tied a city record at 78. Power demand peaks reach 438000 kw in Cedar Rapids and over 447000 on Monday as utilities swap supply. Iowa City district reports rising hourly peaks, while Burlington imposes odd even lawn watering rules 6 to 8 am and pm.
Funeral services for Charles Cooper Junior Turner will be held at 3 p.m. Thursday conducted by the Reverend Percy Burt. Burial will take place at Linwood Cemetery.
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