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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1972
Page
14
Louis Cassels argues recycling offers a practical future path amid dwindling natural resources. He notes glass and aluminum recycling rates, discusses steel from junked cars, and highlights paper recycling's gains and potential. He cites government help via subsidies and a Thurmond proposal to reprocess used motor oil.
ATLANTA APU S Jaycees voted at their convention to lower the membership age from 21 to 18, a move Jaycee President Ronald Au says will double the group's 325 000 membership within a few years. The outgoing president, a Hawaiian lawyer, called it a logical step to update priorities and expand campus chapters and military ties. The policy aims to boost chapters on campuses and bring more military men into local organizations nationwide.
Isleton mayor orders evacuation as hastily built earthen barrier ruptures keeping back rising floodwaters from the San Joaquin delta. About half of the 1,400 residents flees voluntarily before 7 am, while engineers and volunteers repair the 1.4 mile dike. No deaths reported though injuries occur. fears of hidden victims linger as waters recede.
A six year old flood survivor, Bobbie Pringle, receives comfort from an old one eyed teddy bear sent after a Rapid City flood. The piece notes the bear’s long journey from Kent Washington and the ongoing efforts of families affected and volunteers. A 60 year rainfall record is cited with 100.02 inches. A Boeing family from Seattle contributed toys and a heartfelt letter. The mood is humanitarian and reflective on aid during disasters.
Richard E. Scott, 46, with no address, was charged with uttering a forged instrument. Held in Linn County jail Thursday, he allegedly forged a $75 check to himself dated June 8 at Village Inn motel, signed Betty Slaymaker, per officials.
A national survey shows two of three arthritis sufferers feel family members underestimate their pain. Anacin introduces Arthritis Pat Formula a stronger pale tablet marketed as 50 percent more potent than regular aspirin and gentle enough for empty stomach use. It promises long relief and easier movement with less morning stiffness.
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