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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 22, 1957

Page

9

Action Shows U S Distrust Of Russians

Washington reports the United States, amid disarmament talks with Russia, is signaling caution from Korea by repudiating the armaments limits of the 1953 armistice. Different views split the policy approach, with Adm. Radford stressing distrust of the Reds and Harold Stassen seeking possible arms control steps. The London talks center on how reliably Communist states honor pledges, while Stassen hints at continued production limits and possible inspections.

Washington United States Russia Korea London Adm Arthur W. Radford Harold E. Stassen United Nations Dulles

Iowa Highway Unit Issues New Pamphlets

The Iowa Highway Commission made two pamphlets available to explain by passes around communities on new roads and to outline the advantages of controlling access to new highways. The pamphlets aim to educate the public on controversial features of highway building.

Ames Iowa Highway Commission

Loveless Urges Safety Education Over Laws Alone

Gov Herschel C Loveless urged Town Amvets and auxiliary members to join a safety education program saying legislators can pass many highway safety laws but success requires full citizen cooperation to cut Iowa highway accidents.

Fort Dodge Herschel C. Loveless Town Amvets Loveless Amvets

County Ordered To Provide Safe Space for Court

Mills county must supply a suitable and safe place for holding court and the clerk’s office at Glenwood. If the courthouse is unsafe or unavailable, space must be provided elsewhere in Glenwood at county expense. The Fifteenth district judges had ordered a suitable court space by Sept 1 and an adequate clerk’s office.

Des Moines Mills County Board of Supervisors Glenwood Attorney General Fifteenth Judicial District Mills County Elliot Thomas Oscar Strauss

Iowa Spring Pig Crop Is Lower

Iowa's 1957 spring pig crop fell about 1 percent from 1956, with a total spring crop of 12,117,000 head. Sows farrowed reached 1,633,000, down 4 percent from 1956, while the pigs saved per litter rose to 7.42, the highest on record, as producers push for earlier spring farrowings and 51 percent of sows farrowed before April 1.

DES Moines Iowa Iowa Crop and Livestock Reporting Service Post Office Department

Most Iowa Fire Victims Under 14 and Over 60

State Fire Marshal Ed Herron said 75 percent of fire victims in Iowa are under 14 or over 60. He noted 40 percent of fire deaths are 14 or younger and 35 percent are 60 or older, urging officials to provide guardianship for these groups.

Council Bluffs Ed. J. Herron Herron Iowa Association of Fire Fighters

504-Apartment Housing Project Proposed at SUI

The University of Iowa received authorization from the Board of Regents to explore financing a 6.2 million 504-apartment housing project. A waiting list of about 1,000 married students exists for university housing as rents rise, with profits from current apartments aiding loan prospects. The Hawkeye Apartments would offer two-bedroom units with kitchen, bath, and living area.

Arnolds Park University of Iowa Board of Regents Regents Hawkeye Apartments

Regents Approve Budgets for Iowa Institutions

The Iowa Board of Regents met at Lakeside Laboratory in Arnolds Park and approved 1957-58 budgets for three state supported schools. University of Iowa lab operations amount to 12,059,856 dollars while Iowa State College budgets total 9,633,588 for general, 2,403,787 for agricultural station, and 2,446,616 for extension. Iowa State Teachers College operations are 3,513,448 dollars. Prof. Robert Johnson received a leave of absence for 1957-58 to serve as Gov. Loveless’s executive secretary.

Iowa State Teachers College Robert Johnson Johnson Herschel Loveless

Charles City Union To Have 14500 Home

Construction begins on a 14500 union headquarters for Local 1315 of the United Auto Workers in Charles City. The Oliver Corporation farm equipment maker donated 1000 to the fund after settling a 1951 strike lawsuit and subsequent negotiations reduced the debt.

Charles City INS United Auto Workers Union Oliver Corporation Oliver

Seek Restoration of Funds for Bulletins

The Iowa Board of Public Instruction plans to urge the interim legislative committee to restore funds to print two educational bulletins. With the department printing budget cut to 21000 dollars, the annual educational directory and the monthly educational bulletin would be discontinued, affecting Iowa school personnel. Other educational groups will appeal for adequate funds to resume the two bulletins.

Des Moines INS Iowa Board of Public Instruction Legislative Interim Committee State Superintendent of Public Instruction J. C. Wright Iowa

Reuben Carr 78 prominent Ames businessman dead

Reuben E. Carr known as Pop or Dad in Ames died early Saturday at Mary Greeley hospital. For 31 years he owned Carr swimming pool and, with his wife Mary Katherine, reared 86 homeless children and adopted three. A lifelong Christian, he moved from Unionville in 1904 and taught carpentry at Iowa State College for two years.

AMES Reuben E. Carr Mary Greeley Hospital Carr Pop Mary Catherine Carrs The Christian Church Unionville Iowa State College

Two Youths Accused Of Beating Man 83

Des Moines police charged Richard Macy and William Warne with robbery with aggravation after they allegedly beat 83 year old Pasquale Fusaro as he entered his home. Fusaro suffered a fractured cheekbone and facial injuries, while his wallet containing $80 was taken. A third youth was sent to juvenile authorities.

Des Moines Richard A. Macy William B. Warne Pasquale Fusaro Fusaro

Teeth Left Out Of an Iowa Law Found in Senate Chamber

Des Moines AP reports Iowa legislators question if a key provision was missing from a recent measure after a set of false teeth was found in the senate chamber when the legislature adjourned last May 9. They remained unclaimed by Saturday.

Des Moines Iowa Senate

Four Congregational Churches Fight Merger in Federal Court

New York AP. Four Congregational churches in Burlington Indiana Pontiac Michigan Wauwatosa Wisconsin and Toledo Ohio suit seeks to nullify merger provisions claiming their churches remain independent and the general council lacks authority to conduct the merger. Plaintiffs include pastors and lay members led by Rev Harry R Butman of Los Angeles. The suit also questions rights of non joining churches over assets and ministers pension funds.

NEW York Congregational Christian Church Evangelical and Reformed Church Congregational Burlington Pontiac Mich Wauwatosa Wis Toledo Ohio General Council Harry R. Butman Congregational Church of the Messiah Los Angeles Congregational Church

Crash Injuries Fatal for Woman in Iowa Drive Incident

Mrs. George Morrison, about 75, died Friday evening from injuries after a car crash involving 14 year old driver James Mulac on a county road three miles south of Washington Iowa. Morrison was mother of county attorney Clifford Morrison. Mulac, a high school sophomore with a driving permit, was alone and had taken the car without parental permission. He was in good condition at Washington County hospital.

Washington, Ia George Morrison James Mulac Morrison Washington County Clifford Morrison Mulac Here Chicago Mulae Washington County Hospital

South Amana Youth Injured in Collision

John Shoup nineteen of South Amana sustained a fractured leg and other injuries Friday night in a car tractor collision. He lies in Memorial hospital. The crash occurred on highway 6 a mile west of South Amana as he attempted to pass a tractor traveling east. His car struck the tractor, left the highway and overturned.

Marengo John Shoup South Amana Memorial Hospital Shoup

Notice of Executors for Herbert J Beals Estate

The undersigned were appointed on June 21 1957 as executors of Herbert J Beals estate of Linn County Iowa. Creditors must promptly pay debts and claimants file authenticated claims with Linn County District Court. Milo O Hanzlik attorney.

Notice of Executor Appointment for Karl J. Schmidt

On June 19 1957 in Linn County Iowa the Merchants National Bank of Cedar Rapids was appointed executor of Karl J Schmidt deceased. Creditors are asked to immediately pay debts and to file claims authenticated in the Linn County District Court with Moyer and Allen attorneys.

The Merchants National Bank of Cedar Rapids Iowa Moyer & Allen, Attorneys

Absolute divorce petition in Linn County Iowa

Gordon L. Redmond sues Alice Redmond for an absolute divorce under cruel and inhuman treatment. Petition asks that Redmond be decreed owner of household goods and furnishings and sought equitable relief plus costs. Court notice requires appearance by July 30, 1957 at Cedar Rapids. Attorneys: Rees and Remley, Anamosa.

District Court of Iowa Linn County Gordon L. Redmond Alice Redmond Cedar Rapids Rees and Remley East Main Anamosa

Administratrix of Grace Vyburn estate named in Iowa notice

Bernadeane Peters appointed administratrix of the Grace Vy. Fdaburn estate in Linn County Iowa on June 7 1957. All indebted persons must promptly pay the estate. Clerk of Linn County District Court and attorney Gerard J. Glaza handling the matter.

Administratrix with Will Annexed Notice in Linn County Iowa

Virginia Paul Moore appointed as Administratrix with Will Annexed of William Baylis estate requests all debtors to pay promptly and directs creditors to file authenticated claims with the Linn County District Court Clerk. attorney Fred W. Hann named.

Administratrix Named for Estate in Linn County Iowa

Bernadeane Peters appointed and qualified on June 7 1957 as Administratrix of Aden Edaburn estate Linn County Iowa. Creditors must file claims in Linn County District Court with attorney Gerard J Glaza.

Notice of Appointment of Executrix in Waddle Estate

Notice is hereby given that the undersigned is executrix of the estate of Albert Sylvester Waddle late of Linn County Iowa deceased. All indebted to said estate are requested to make immediate payment thereof to the under signed. Those having claims against the estate will file them duly authenticated in the guide of the Clerk of Linn County District Court. Fisher and Fisher, Attorneys.

State of Iowa Linn County Herbert J. Beals Iowa Ths Howard Helm Beals Gertrude May Beals Milo O. Hanzlik State of Karl J. Schmidt Grace VY. Fdaburn District Cour Bernadeane Peters Gerard J. Glaza William Baylis Virginia Paul Moore Fred W. Hann Aden Edaburn The Wary of Lowa Purt Noti Meny R Fey X Albert Sylvester Waddle County Tome Pitrict Court Dla Waddle Executriz Fisher and Fisher Anna Mane Losty Wil 'T District Court Kriz—Martha French

Around Iowa Schools To Close

Iowa will shut 40 small high schools this fall as district reorganizations proceed, state superintendent J C Wright announced. Mrs Glenn Gray, 60, longtime civic leader and former Iowa League of Women Voters president, died Friday at her Burlington home. The Iowa Board of Public Instruction asked Cushing consolidated district in Woodbury county to show cause why it should remain on the approved list after hiring a noncertified teacher.

Iowa J. C. Wright Glenn Gray Iowa League of Women Voters Burlington Ae Cas Iowa ‘Board of Public Instruction Cushing Consolidated Woodbury County

Puzzle for Fiends director talks London deal amid Hollywood buzz

Hollywood column notes Guy Madison near a London picture with Helen Ainsworth negotiating Puzzle for Fiends to be shot on the Riviera for James O. Radford and Ludwig Gerber. Sheila expects a September baby and will stay with Bridget. Also mentions Roy Walston in South Pacific and Marion Parsonnet shifting to writing after screen ventures, plus various Hollywood snippets.

Hollywood INS Guy Madison London Helen Ainsworth Riviera James O. Radford Ludwig Gerber Guy Sheila Bridget Marion Parsonnet Franchot Tone Uncle Vanya Franchot Parsonnet Selznick Rita Hayworth Gilda Marion

Edg ar A. Guest The Poet of the People

The poem praises Edgar A. Guest for receiving honors and degrees yet remaining humble and devoted to work. It contrasts ceremonial pride with his ongoing labor and gratitude, noting that status does not alter his inner character or dedication.

Edgar A. Guest the Poet of the People

Iowa Administratrices With Will Annexed Named in 1957 Notice

Notice records the appointment of Kriz Martha French and another administrator with the will annexed for the estate of Anna Mane losty of Linn County Iowa. It orders all creditors to file their claims and directs authentication in the Linn County Clerk of District Court. The date of appointment is June 20 1957.

Howell Denies He Is Bucking Union in Resurfacing Job

B. T. Howell of Howell Construction denied claims he would proceed with the city parking lot resurfacing regardless of union opposition. He stated his firm is union contractor and pays union scale, and noted his company has handled early phases of the project on Limbach Lumber property at A avenue and Third Street NE.

Howell B. T. Howell Howell Construction Company Limbach Lumber A Avenue Third Street

Diefenbaker Names First Canadian Woman To Cabinet

Prime Minister John Diefenbaker sworn in as Canada's first Conservative leader in 22 years and names Ellen Fairclough of Hamilton Ontario as secretary of state the first woman in cabinet. He keeps external affairs post and assigns Michael Starr of Oshawa as labor secretary, the first Ukrainian descent cabinet minister.

Ottawa INS John Diefenbaker Canada Ellen Fairclough Hamilton Ont United States Diefenbaker Saskatchewan Vincent Massey Massey Louis St. Laurent Liberal Party Lester B. Pearson Commonwealth Prime Ministers Conference London Michael Starr Oshawa Starr The Ukraine

Margaret Beats Queen at Ascot Royal Stakes Race

Princess Margaret won the royal stakes at Ascot during a morning ride with Queen Elizabeth II. Lord Patrick Beresford and Windsor Castle royals watched as the two sisters took a quick gallop around the course before the day’s racing. Margaret crossed first.

Ascot England Princess Margaret Queen Elizabeth II Ascot Racetrack Patrick Beresford Margaret Royal House Windsor Castle

Navy hides radio frequencies for earth satellite

Blossom Point Maryland AP Navy secrecy covers the radio frequencies used by the earth satellite to prevent amateur operators from depleting its power. J T Mengel of the naval research laboratory notes the data has no military value and poses no enemy risk. He spoke during a preview at the world-s largest satellite tracking station near Washington D C.

Blossom Point Navy J. T. Mengel Naval Research Laboratory Mengel Washington, D.C

President Signs 85 669 929 Bill for Defense Grants

President Eisenhower signed an 85 669 929 bill to fund miscellaneous federal agencies through June 30. The measure includes emergency agricultural disaster aid and for feed and seed support to farmers. Cedar Rapids firms received about 2.25 million in Defense Department contracts, led by Collins Radio Co. for 1.516 million in production data packing and test harnesses.

Bill Cherry-Burrell Collins Washington Eisenhower Gazette Cedar Rapids Defense Department Navy Bureau of Aeronautics Collins ‘Radio Co Army Signal Supply Agency Army Chicago

Truckers Signal Safety Codes On Open Road

Denver report notes truckers use a distinct signaling language with hand signs and lighting signals. A V formed by fingers warns of police ahead while another version signals weigh scales open. One to three light flicks convey greetings, caution, or danger, with regional variations.

Denver SNS Lee Roy Sands Denver-Chicago Trucking Company Sands Pacific Northwest California

Changing Times Denver Tax Records Show Radio Decline TV Boom

Denver tax records indicate a sharp rise in taxable television sets from zero five years ago to 75 557 this year while radios decline from 25 961 to 12 878 over the same period. The shift reflects broader changes in household electronics and consumer spending in the city.

Denver

Crash Victim Dies After Heart Attack Blamed

Waterloo man August E. Heidemann aged 36 who lost a left arm in a weekend auto crash died Friday of an apparent heart attack. Heidemann was injured Saturday when his car sideswiped a truck in Waterloo and had been recovering after the amputation.

Waterloo E. Heidemann Heidemann

Electrician Blamed for Des Moines Blackout

DES MOINES Iowa Power and Light officials said an electrician who threw the wrong switch caused Thursday’s blackout and will be reprimanded. Plant operations were reported back to normal, and the electrician was not identified.

Des Moines Iowa Power and Light Company

Youngest American Army turncoat to be questioned on TV interview

The youngest American Army defector from the Korean War will be questioned on The Mike Wallace Interview at 8:00 p m Sunday on Channel 9.

Mike Wallace Channel 9

Retaining walls and driveways offered with free estimates

Farley provides free estimates for retaining walls driveways and sidewalks including poured steps and block work. The note lists Farley as the service provider with a contact pitch for bids and installations.

Partunek Eads van 16Th Ave Farley

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