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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1976
Page
11
Community notices recount an improvement project hearing with potential bids and a water department review, plus a social event at Thomas Park with televised programming. A wedding anniversary acknowledgment and expressions of thanks appear, followed by a local service listing and event notes from Waverly area residents.
Louisa town of about 1200 residents faced a severe water shortage after a break in a city water main allowed an estimated large volume to leak over the weekend. The leak was found Monday morning. repairs finished by Monday evening and emergency supplies were pumped to a nursing home from the fire department water barge.
The Marion Independent board convenes Friday at five in the evening at Longfellow School. The YMCA hosts Wednesday activities including youth sports and adult leagues with swimming and gymnastics sessions, plus senior recreation times and a youth event at St Luke’s Hospital.
A $63,000 grant from the Northwest Area Foundation will fund a continuing education program at Mt Mercy, a private college. The three year award supports curriculum development, student recruitment, evaluation, and expansion amid rising enrollment driven by nontraditional students seeking further education.
Li Lac files an $81 500 suit in Fayette County against ENIVN an SHL HOU Juwait hiaeen and Tensor Inc alleging conversion of heating and cooling equipment at Li Lac Plaza. Plaintiff seeks return of property valued at 83 000 plus 1 000 for losses from removal and improper use, with defendants accused of possession, removal and conversion during the year.
Rap silbery and East Motive sue for injuries and death of defendant's son Daniel Trankamp in a two car crash last year. They accuse Trankamp of recklessness and intoxication. They seek 50000 punitive damages and 860000 compensatory plus medical costs and related damages for the family.
Six people were injured when a car crash near Brooklyn disrupted traffic. Police and emergency crews responded to the scene at an unidentified urban location, with hospitalizations reported for the wounded. The investigation is underway to determine cause and liability.
West Union council in regular session adopted a new dog ordinance meeting state requirements. The measure sets seven days of keeping dogs before disposal. Prairie Root Builders of Hagleton received the bid for street maintenance work with quotes: 4 per square yard for heat mix, 85 cents per square yard for seal coat, 2.20 per square yard for blade mix, and 5 cents per gallon for road oil. Donald Manson and others from West Union Industries discussed long range plans urging council direction, proposing land purchases for industry or for annexation and HWW Homes development. Nir deni ve noted that Myra Frendtul of New Hampenn assumed city secretary duties succeeding Mrs Pavel Whe is moving out.
A derailment on Blacks City Street in Owa City caused a blocked road after a tree fell early Tuesday morning. Few details are clear due to damaged text, but authorities report a train derailment affecting the area and traffic.
Municipal band Corkert al 8 will perform under guest conductor Laman Colton at Meth Wick Manor. Highlights include selections from The Sound of Music plus marches by Maltby Grale and Sousa, with solo and ensemble pieces featuring the clarinet section and a Czech Polka. Admission is free.
Middle Amana on Tuesday afternoon a one car crash sent 38 year old Selzer and her year old daughter Caroline to St Luke's hospital Cedar Rapids with injuries. The car went into a ditch on highway 220 and was stopped by a drainage ditch at a sharp angle.
Rep Charles Grassley Iowa introduces bill to fund wind erosion controls and wildlife habitat areas. He says the measure will preserve farmland and support dwindling wildlife habitats by establishing protective cover on private property and preventing soil loss.
Manchester city council Monday approved a seven percent raise for Elise employees. The city also appointed Al Guck, a electrician, to the city's electrical board as vice chair.
Fragmentary OCR from legal notices appears to reference county court actions and official notices dated August 1978. It mentions names, officials, and a public posting context, with incoherent lines but potential references to hearings or property related items.
The 1976 Interstate Commerce Commission proceeding examines Cedar Rapids senior citizens bus operations and funding. The record lists officials, routes, maintenance, environmental concerns, and community impact while noting proposed outcomes and timelines.
Report details the June 20 1978 condition of Iowa State Bank and Trust Company including assets liabilities and equity. It lists totals for deposits loans and securities and notes insurance of officers statements of accuracy. Names of officers and directors are included and the document bears official attestations and dates.
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