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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1962
Page
12
Washington AP report confirms Jack Romagna, veteran White House correspondent who served since 1941, was discharged. The White House will replace him with Alderson Reporting Company to supply multiple reporters for presidential conferences and daily briefings.
Dr. Richard A. Matre, dean of Loyola University’s University College, tells Mount Mercy college graduates they are a select group of women. He says they are free and educated, exposed to Catholic viewpoints, and asks how they will repay their church, country, parents, and teachers.
Des Moines reports that Iowa legislators say an extra 15 million dollars annually from new or increased taxes is needed to sustain state government for the 1961-1963 biennium. Appropriations are projected to exceed income by about 30 million, with a surplus forecast to shrink from 46 million to 16-18 million if tax relief is pursued.
Iowa City farmer Vernon Sibel sues drivers Jimmy Stockett and Fred Slockett over a July 2 1960 collision on Highway 261 near Rabbit Creek bridge. He claims Stockett tried to pass while he was turning left and alleges the Wellman owner drove at excessive speed, seeking damages.
Discussion questions the adequacy of property tax relief and argues for raising major revenue sources. Advocates cite a 38 3 percent sales tax and a service tax on all services as essential to fund relief measures.
An $185000 school bond issue was approved by voters at a special election in Alburnett by 68 to 33, a 67.3 percent majority. The funds will finance an addition to the Alburnett school.
Des Moines reports two Iowa fatalities from traffic crashes. Lester Donohue 58 Red Oak died from injuries Monday after a two car crash near Red Oak. Louis Taxman 63 Davenport was killed crossing a Davenport street Friday night. A truck embargo on Highway 218 near Iowa City was lifted after bridge repairs. James Cook 21 Davenport faces speeding and license charges.
Des Moines AP reports the Iowa State Patrol plans to test a new device named an intoximeter for on scene alcohol testing. State Safety Commissioner Carl Pesch will seek approval to buy 50 units at five dollars each for use in Butler Franklin Hardin Grundy and Black Hawk counties. Results would be used to push an implied consent law in 1963.
W P Atkinson officially won the Democratic nomination for Oklahoma governor by 954 votes after a statewide recount. The final tally: Atkinson 231 868 to Gary 230 914, with Gary paying the $19 250 for the recount.
Barbara Joyce Derr from Cedar Rapids is among five SAT students honored for excellence in French studies. The sophomore earned first prize of $40 in the competition.
Four SUI students accused of pulling a stop sign from the ground near the governor’s mansion were fined 20 dollars and costs each by Judge Jay Honahan. The men Richard Rindernlecht Cedar Rapids Anthony Wadden Sioux City Allan Pennington Gitumwa 22 and Andres Zellweger 21 Towal City faced the charge. Jennifer Overland daughter of the Overlands was named Girls State delegate by the American Legion Auxiliary.
A brief classified notice lists vacancies at a former nursing home location. The ad references staffing needs labeled my women and GM 4ZIgS with unclear context or dates. It appears as a personals style insertion among local notices.
Weather delays first explosion in Pacific high altitude nuclear test series. Clouds blanketed Johnston Island sky as officials cited need for clear conditions to photograph the event. no official reason given for postponement.
A Cedar Rapids man identified as Earl Houck was injured Friday afternoon four miles north of Independence when his car rolled over twice after losing control. Houck was ejected and sustained back neck chest and knee injuries. He was listed in fairly good condition at Independence Hospital.
A jumble of classifieds lists multiple offers. It mentions lessons instruments parties venues jobs and sales positions at various Iowa locations and venues. Names like Ruths, Old Hickory Inn and Lower Town Kane's Shoe Store appear with contact hints and ad copy.
W. J. Rogers’s sale team seeks three aggressive men aged 25 to 55 with neat appearance and a car in good condition. Training provided. Earn $150 a week to start. Apply in person at 303 South Avenue between 10 a.m. and p.m. See Mr. Driscoll at Appliance.
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