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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1975
Page
3
A tornado ripped through Canton Illinois killing two residents and injuring at least 54, with 15 hospitalized and three in critical condition. Officials estimate millions in damage to the 15,000 resident city, while looting was halted by 280 National Guardsmen from Bloomington Delegan and Peoria. Utilities remained out as crews cleared wreckage after dawn Thursday.
United Press International reports a new obstacle to the Middle East accord as Israel demands direct talks with Egypt while Sadat rejects direct negotiations. Progress on Sinai interim arrangements continues but could stretch another month or two amid questions on U.S. mediation and final terms.
Census figures show U S family median income fell to 12830 in 1974 from 54374 in 1973 while the poverty count rose 5.6 percent to 24 3 million about 12 of the population. White low income families took the hardest hit as poverty rose 8 percent to 16 3 million, blacks remained at 7 5 million. The white two adults two children income was 123 360 versus 87 810 for black families, widening the racial gap slightly.
United Way directors approve a 1975 campaign goal of 1 442 691 an 18 percent rise from last year as a compromise amid debate over a reserve fund four percent of raised funds will be diverted to a stabilization reserve totaling 55 488 if achieved the overall budget stands at 1 387 203 as of June 30 with cautious support from Martin Garvey and opposition from J Bernard Rehnstrom prompting continued discussion through page three.
A compact aphorism notes middle age as a time to assess a car’s remaining lifespan rather than its speed. The piece blends a tongue in cheek court reference with fragmented letters and cryptic emphasis on endurance.
Apollo Stafford Brand and Slayton return to earth aboard the last American ship designed for water landing. Flight Director Don Puddy calls it end of one era and a start of another as Apollo Soyuz proves international cooperation possible. Russian cosmonauts Leony and Kubassov call the joint mission smooth with minor difficulties but hope for future U S access.
Des Moines report itemizes 1975 Iowa General Assembly cost at 3 380 424 with 159 calendar days making it the fourth longest regular session. Salaries totaled 1 221 662 for house and senate. travel and per diem adds 576 990. Mileage and daily expense rules explain per diem 20 dollars a day and 16 cent mileage. Polk county lawmakers receive ten dollars per day.
Linn Sheriff Walter Grant contends a prisoner escaped from a deputy after arraignment in Linn district court. Frank Lnenicka, 24, Iowa City, fled the courtroom hall after talking with his attorney and a girl, vanishing while deputies sought handcuffs. Lnenicka remained at large Thursday morning.
Iowa congressmen denounce the Agriculture Department opposition to a national packet bonding bill. Senator Clark will push the measure in the Senate while Representative Bedell cites cattle industry needs and packer bankruptcies to restore market confidence. Governor Ray says he supports bonding to protect livestock producers amid farm sector strain.
A preliminary DOT study shows about half of Iowa bridges fail posted load limits. Officials cite funds shortages and detours as unsafe bridges sit unrepaired. Experts warn monitoring every bridge is impractical and federal standards may be too strict.
Victor A. Postel 23 of Cedar Rapids was rearrested Wednesday evening after a prior release on bond. Police say two 22 caliber rifles and 2,410 shotgun shells were found in his car tied to the Riedel murder investigation. County Attorney Eugene Kopecky said no charge of receiving stolen property will be filed at this time. Postel was arraigned Thursday on a county attorney true information in the murder case.
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