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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jun 28, 1973

Page

2

Salvation Army Rejoins UCS Board of Nonbudgeted Members

UCS board restates by laws to add non-budgeted members and welcomes the Salvation Army back after a dispute over facility use. The Army will seek 1974 funds and return as a budgeted member. $4,821.92 is reallocated from 1972 funds. Staffing shifts merge three roles into two, raising the executive director salary to 25,500 and creating an assistant director at 13,500.

United Community Services UCS Salvation Army William Ramstad Fed Eral Ramstad Army

Boy 9 dies after falling through storm window

West Des Moines police report a 9 year old boy, Jeff Weitzel, died after falling on jagged glass from a storm window at a friend's home. The incident occurred as several children played with rubber bands. Jeff died minutes after reaching a hospital.

WEST Jeff Dawley

Crash Fatal to Edgewood Girl

Edgewood Terri Elledge 18 died in a two car crash Wednesday about 8 p.m. on a gravel road three miles south of here. Michael Cook 19 and his wife Cynthia 16 were in the other car. Cynthia was injured and taken to University Hospitals in Iowa City. Elledge was a 1972 graduate of Edgewood Colesburg. Services set for Saturday 10 a.m. at St Mark's Church. Burial in Greeley Cemetery Appleton's.

Edgewood Terri Elledge Here Michael H. Cook Cook Cynthia Iowa City Elledge Paul Elledge Edgewood-Colesburg School Paula Amy Randy Bert Elledge Ada Bissell St. Mark’s Church Greeley Cemetery Appleton's

C R Youth Accused of Stealing Trailer

Frank M. DeCamp, 18, of 804 Fourteenth Street SE, was arrested Wednesday afternoon on a larceny charge. He was released on his own recognizance. Police say the machine trailer valued at 1100 dollars was stolen July 5 or 6, 1972 from a lot at Fifth Street and Eleventh Avenue SE and owned by Chuck Anthony of 1825 Twenty sixth Street NW. The trailer was recovered.

Frank M. DeCamp Fourteenth Street SE DeCamp Chuck Anthony Twenty-sixth Street Fifth Street Eleventh Avenue SE

Springville Man Dies in Cedar Rapids Hospital

Melvin R. Campbell 74 lifelong Springville resident and Milwaukee railroad retiree died Wednesday at a Cedar Rapids hospital. Born June 16, 1899 in Linn County he married Lauretta Baker Nov 2, 1929. Survived by wife four daughters four sons 30 grandchildren two great grandchildren one brother four sisters and Irene Mann. Services 10 30 a m Saturday at Springville Presbyterian Church burial Cedar Memorial cemetery Murdoch chapel Springville.

Springville Melvin R Jake) Campbell Milwaukee Railroad Cedar Rapids Linn County Lauretta Baker Cedar Memorial Cemetery Murdoch Chapel

Unified Court Provisions Take Effect Sunday

Linn District Judge Harold Vietor ordered that the unified Iowa court system becomes effective in the Sixth district Sunday. The system abolishes justice of the peace and police courts, assigning criminal cases to district associate judges and judicial magistrates, with Cedar Rapids cases moved to district judges and magistrates. Civil cases shift from justice of the peace to small claims and from municipal court to associate district judges.

Linn Harold Vietor Iowa Sixth Judicial District Justice of the Peace Vietor Cedar Rapids Justice of the Peace Courts

First Session of Swim Instruction Ends This Week

The first learn to swim session at four outdoor public pools will close this week. 1122 boys and girls joined daily morning classes led by Red Cross water safety instructors with volunteer aides from Linn county chapter. Pools Beverpool Ellis Jones Noelridge hosted 231, 310, 233, 348 students respectively.

Red Cross Linn County American Red Cross Beverpool Ellis Jones Noelridge Cedar Rapids The Recreation Commission

Johnson Authorities Investigate Breakin at Coral Creek

Johnson county sheriff's officers aided by Iowa City detectives probe a break in at Coral Creek Golf Course North Liberty. A large amount of golf equipment was stolen from the pro shop area. This marks the second break in this month with about 2500 dollars in clubs bags gloves and gear previously taken. Pro shop workers found the break in on Thursday morning.

North Liberty Johnson County Iowa City Coral Creek Pro Shop

D. R. Mallory Faces Marijuana Charge

Donald R. Mallory 19 of 1508 E avenue NW was arrested early Thursday and charged with possession of a controlled substance. He is held in Linn county jail on $500 bond after police found a quantity of suspected marijuana on First avenue East near midnight.

Donald R. Mallory E Avenue NW Linn County Mallory First Avenue East

School Honors Man It Once Suspended

Manila AP reports Jose Garcia Villa, once suspended by the University of the Philippines in 1929 for an allegedly obscene poem, has been awarded an honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters. Villa, a staff member of the Philippine mission to the UN, cited for pioneering work in Filipino literature in English.

Egypt Fires on Israeli Aircraft Over Sinai Patrol

Egypt fired several surface to air missiles at Israeli planes patrolling over the western Sinai Peninsula. The Israeli military command said none of the planes was hit and all returned safely to base in the incident reported Thursday.

Tel Aviv UPI Egypt Sinai Peninsula

Forgery and Robbery Cases Bound Over to Grand Jury

Roy Harris of 353 Seventh Avenue SW waived a preliminary hearing and was bound over on a forgery charge for forging a payroll check for 261.78 made out to F. J. Nicklas on March 23. James Browning of 1017 Nineteenth Street SE was bound over on a robbery with aggravation charge for robbing Vicky Lyon of 75 on May 22.

Roy Harris Seventh Avenue SW F. J. Nicklas James Browning Nineteenth Street Vicky Lyon

Parents of John Dean Refuse To Talk To Newsmen

In Greenville Pennsylvania John Dean’s parents avoid media as his Senate Watergate testimony dominates headlines. His sister and her husband James Mitchell welcome a reporter, noting their different reactions and plans to scrapbook the era For John Dean Jr his father, John Wesley Dean Jr, is a retired vice president of Blazon Inc The delivery boy explains the quiet home life and a recent change to a red Buick Electra with little driving Now a focus on family stance amid national coverage.

Greenville, Pa UPI John Dean Pennsylvania Dean James Mitchell Mitchell Mrs. Mitchell Martha

Dean Says Nixon Wanted Protester Prosecuted At Inauguration

Former White House counsel John Dean testified that Nixon urged prosecuting a protester who breached police lines at the inauguration. Dean moved on after finding no substantive charge, noting Secret Service and Justice Department concluded no case existed. He said Haldeman pressed for action while he let it go.

Washington White House John Dean Nixon Dean Secret Service H. R. Haldeman

Judge freezes education funds impounded by Nixon action

Federal Judge Joseph Waddy froze more than 380 million dollars in educational funds two days before year end. The move, requested by Pennsylvania and joined by ten states Hawaii Vermont Nevada Nebraska Wisconsin Washington Oklahoma Texas Illinois and Massachusetts, blocks release of the money pending a preliminary injunction ruling on impoundment.

Washington General Revenue Fund Pennsylvania Nixon Joseph Waddy Waddy Hawaii Vermont Nevada Nebraska Wisconsin Oklahoma Texas Illinois Massachusetts

Frigate Crew Trains In Fallout Exercise Near Mururoa

The crew of New Zealand frigate Otago sealed below decks for two hours in a nuclear fallout drill as it headed toward the Mururoa atoll test area. Navy sources said the exercise tested protection should fallout be encountered during an anti-nuclear protest patrol.

Auckland N. Z UPI New Zealand Otago Mururoa Atoll

Probate notices in Linn County Iowa estates

Legal notices announce probate in Linn County Iowa for Thelma R Weiss and Emma F Petrak. Thelma Weiss will admitted June 1964. no administration. Claims to set aside must be filed within one year from second publication. executor W H Dvorak named for Petrak estate with six months to file, notices dated June 15 1973, second publication July 28 1973.

DES ENTERPRISES INC Incorporation Notice Iowa

Notice of incorporation under Iowa law for DES ENTERPRISES INC with principal place at Cedar Rapids Linn County Iowa. Articles adopted and filed under Chapter 496A. authorized capital stock 100 shares at $500 each totaling $50 000. Names of incorporator Stephen Shea and Jac 205 United Fire and Casualty Building Cedar Rapids Iowa 52401. registered agent address Cedar Rapids Iowa.

State of Iowa DES Enterprises, Inc Tenar Rapids Linnounty Towa Repide Jackson Cedar St Jac United Fire & Casualty Building Second Es Coast Cedar Rap Linn County Bes Enterprises Stephen 6

Notice of Cedar Rapids School District bid for two way radios

Sealed bids by the Cedar Rapids Community School District Linn County Iowa will be opened at 2:00 p m on July 1 1973 for the furnishing of equipment or services including two way radios The award may go to any responsible bidder offering lowest price while considering material quality The district reserves right to reject any or all bids or waive informalities and to contract as deemed in its best interests Published June 8 1973 and July 5 1973 by the Secretary of the Cedar Rapids Community School District

A. Waeesy Loderapids Linn Iowa Ing Cedar Rapids County of State of Iowa Cedarapids Stautory Authority Ppan Rapids Community Sta

Probate Notice of Will in Linn County District Court

Notice of probate of the will of Ard E Divine deceased in Linn County Iowa. Merchants Bank of Cedar Rapids is named executor with Randall and Randall attorneys. Creditors must file claims within six years. action to contest must be within one year from notice.

District Court of Iowa Linn County Divine E. Divine Netto S 'Hank Edar Rapids Exeter Eder Rapids

Notice of Proof of Will in Iowa Probate District Court

The notice states Kenneth E You are required to appear June 15 1966 in the District Court of the state of Iowa for Rommey Arion Probate. If no action is taken to set aside the will within one year from publication, the will will be admitted to probate. The second publication date is June 28 1973. C J Elsenbas attorney for the estate.

Lowa la Cine Pearing Bove District Court Orever Ted Thi Anetw Cary Sphere of Mine District Court C. J. Elsenbas Tala Estate

Linn County to Hear Public Plans for County Home Site

The Linn County Board of Supervisors announces a public hearing on plans and contract terms for a new County Home site. Details of proposed specifications and contracts are on file in the Auditor's office in the courthouse for inspection or comment until the hearing.

Probate Notice of Estate Administration In Iowa Court

In the Digires ict Court of Iowa a notice states the estate of Joseph is in probate with no administration. The last date for actions to set aside the sale is within one year from June 25 1973. Publication dates are June 5 and June 25.

Daring Area Education Plans Public Works Notices

Daring Area Education announces plans for maintenance and construction at Kirkwood Horticulture Center and Agriculture Facility. Plans and specifications will be available for review at the Secretary's office on Kirkwood Blvd in Cedar Rapids. Interested parties may inspect the project details and contract forms during business hours starting Friday, June 28, 1973, with publication dated June 28, 1973.

Ndigric Pueete Daring Area Eavery Community Commie College Kirkweed Apes de Kirkwood Blvd Cece al Ae S Ann' Ouch Riday Coser Ra Lowa Paate of Losenneth Kupka

Notice of Hearing on Adoption in Linn County Iowa

In the District Court of Iowa the matter for the adoption of Walter Xu Hee Richard M. Ci Robinson etc. a hearing is set for July 27 in Linn County. The petition for adoption seeks legal action to grant the adoption with Allen and Fishel and Gordon R. Gibson listed as petitioner's attorney.

District Court of Iowa Linn County Walter Xu Hee Richard M. ci Rbin Ihlon Linn Punty Bee Rapids Earl Allen Fishel Gordon R. Gibson Marilowa

Public Auction of Real Estate in Cedar Rapids Iowa

Property seized under an execution dated June 1 1973 in Linn County Iowa. The defendant owes 3005 dollars plus interest and costs. The 44 by 76 foot parcel in Carpenter's Third Addition will be sold to the highest bidder for cash on July 1 1973 in front of the Cedar Rapids Courthouse. Signed Kylee Novak Kubicek June 12.

NOTIC Isaid Lars Tow County Iowa Carpenter Cedar Rapids Linn County Ted Syn Rapids Kylee Novak Kubicek x Voices

Probate of Will in Linn County Iowa Estate

In the District Court of Iowa Linn County intate of the Estate of Jones Mcdevitt also John L W MCDEVITT deceased. Notice is given that on June 15 1973 the will of John Hebe McDevitt dated July 15 1971 was admitted to probate with no administration. Action to set aside must be within one year. Second publication June 5 1973.

State of Iowa Linn County THELMA_R. WEiss Thelma R. Weiss Thelma Weiss District Court Jones . Mcdevitt John L W McDevitt John Louis McDevitt Ohn L. McDevitt John Hebe McDevitt John LcDevitt

Notice of Probate in Estate of Frank J Kreici Deceased

The State of Iowa issues probate notice in Cedar Rapids. Frank J Kreici died leaving a will dated June 1973 and an act of June 1973. Executors announce to publish and set aside the will within six months from publication. Creditors and claims must file with Kubicek Novak Kubicek & Kubicek, Attorneys for the Executor, Cedar Rapids.

Last Will Admission In Estate Of Lennie Hassel

Notice from District Court of Iowa about Lennie Hassel estate. Will dated June 16, 1958 admitted to probate on June 25, 1973. Any action thereafter barred. Ken Perry, Clerk. Robert C. Nelson attorney. Second publication July 5, 1973.

Ean Od Lowa She Ewre Lennie J. Hassel Lennie Heeg Goceneea Ken . Perry Robert C. Nelson

Estate of Mary Martha Becicka Deceased Heir Notices

Notice to interested parties that Mary Martha Becicka deceased was admitted to probate May 2, 1966 in the district court. Barbara Ellen Larsen and Joan Becicka were appointed executors. Creditors must file claims for allowance or they will be barred. Dated June 1, 1973. Barbara Ellen Larsen and Joan Becicka executors, Cedar Rapids Iowa. Ford Terpstra Wilkinson Attorneys for Executors, Cedar Rapids IA. Second publication June 28, 1973.

District Court State of Iowa Linn County Mary Martha Becicka Mary Martha Gbechwa Barbara Cllen Larsen Joan Wecicka Barbara Ellen Rsen Joan Becicka Edar Rapids Ford, Terpstra & Wilkinson Coserapids

City of Hiawatha June 20 1973 regular meeting actions

The 435th regular meeting of the City of Hiawatha Iowa was called to order by Mayor Guthridge at 8 p.m. Present were Wyrick Higgins VanderLinden Seifried and others. The treasurer’s report was filed and several ordinances and resolutions were discussed or adopted including a burning ordinance third reading and the Land and Water Conservation Fund project resolution. Multiple motions approved resurfacing work on i uth Ave and other city projects. The council authorized legal action against annexation opponents, purchasing a bus, acquiring two walkie talkies for Fire Chief, and anticipated park and street needs. Canvass of votes from a Special Election reported. Adjournment at 10:43 p.m.

Bune L Hiawatha Iowa Guthrage Wyrick Higgins VanderLinden Seifried Ord Moon Land and Water Conservation Fund Code of Iowa Kutchera Construction Co Iuth Ave Keith Art Skeily Busy Bee Bill Handi Mart Ihe Raney St 12Th Ave Emmons Blairs Ferry

Notice of will probate in Linn County Iowa estate of Kathryn M Usha

In the district court of Iowa Linn County notice to all interested in the estate of Kathryn M Usha deceased. A will dated February 15 1969 was admitted to probate on the 25th of May 1973 Norma Jean Smith appointed executor. Creditors must file claims within six months from publication.

State of Iowa Linn Kathryn USHA Kathryn M. Tusha

Notice to creditors in estate of W C Hassel Linn County

In the Iowa probate matter of W C Hassel, Bettendorf executor mindful of the 1973 notice, creditors and interested parties are informed of the will and the district court action to set aside the will. Creditors must file claims within six months from the second publication or be barred. Dated June 25, 1973.

Ofttate Lowa Mn Linn County W. C. Hassel Jone Agust Éami Lo Names District Court Robert CD. Tassel Bettendorf Iowa

Linn County Iowa Sealed Bid Notice for County Home Site

By direction of Linn County Board of Supervisors sealed proposals are invited by the Auditor for Creech A site for a new county home in Marion Iowa. Bids due July 1973 with 10 percent bid bond and corporate surety. evaluation by the Board in Room 103 at 11:00 A.M. Copies of plans available from Peiffer Associates Cedar Rapids. Preference given to Iowa grown products. bids may be rejected or all waived.

PRN Board of Supervisors Linn County Iowa Linn Countyourt Cedar Xids Linn Cunty Uly Creech New ‘County R. Marion Efile L Pelts & Associates Mt. Vernon Rd Cedar Rapids Cosvey Peiffer & Associates, Architects Vernon SE Ceabe Ina County Conny Linnounly Court House Towa

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