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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 12, 1972
Page
6
The Daily Record reports a weekend weather summary with highs of 76 and 64 degrees and no precipitation, plus a March rainfall total of 0.19 inches. It lists numerous funeral notices and service details for residents across Anamosa, Independence, Manchester, Monticello, and other towns, including names, ages, and church or funeral home venues.
William Lincoln Pons aged 32 of 1968 First Avenue NE was arrested Saturday afternoon on an assault and battery charge. Police say he struck another person during an argument after a traffic mishap in the 200 block of First Avenue NW. He posted a $110 bond and was released Saturday evening.
The note invites readers to consider want ads for buying or selling items, encouraging quick results through local classified listings and simple contact options. It emphasizes practical, direct commerce without intermediaries and suggests checking the paper for current opportunities.
A 100-foot trawler Irene Rafael carrying 10 Chileans sailed to San Diego with a Belgian flag seeking asylum. Captain Eugene Gonsales DeWitte said they fled Chile to escape communist rule and a hearing will determine if the crew may stay. The vessel had previously rescued a San Diego ketch from a Mexican beach and towed in under its own power.
Former Cedar Rapids resident Robert H. Von Stein 44 and his son Eric 15 died Friday in a car crash in Agana Guam. Surviving family includes wife Margaret and two other children. Services and burial details, multiple relatives listed, with calling hours and church services scheduled.
Lawrence R. Doc Lyons 66 of 2875 Mt Vernon Road died at his home Saturday evening after a sudden illness. He was a designing engineer at Henderson Manufacturing Co. Memorial services are pending at Turner Chapel East.
Henry F. Wagner 84 of 1209 Center Point road NE died at home Saturday after a lingering illness. Born June 14 1887 in Iowa county he worked for Council Bluffs and Omaha Street Railway Co then ran a Cedar Rapids tavern before moving to East Peoria Illinois and later Cedar Rapids. Surviving are his wife Catherine two sons Lowell and Edward four daughters Alberta Bernhard Sister Mary Thomas Mary A Reilly and Winifred Hoffman.
Vernie LeRoy Johnson 72 of 3028 E avenue NW Cedar Rapids died Friday at University hospitals Iowa City after a long illness. Born Ainsworth November 24 1899 he married Clea L. Kyle May 15 1937 in Cedar Rapids. Surviving wife a daughter Verna Johnson two brothers and a sister. Services Beatty Bearle chapel 1 30 p m Monday with interment Cedar Memorial. Friends may call after 1 p m Sunday.
Margaret Louise Rajtora 72 of Cedar Rapids widow of Arthur S. Rajtora died Saturday after a long illness in a nursing home. Born September 29, 1899 in Wisconsin she married in Iowa City August 30, 1935. he died in 1958. Survived by two sons Joseph F. Rajtora and Dale Blackford, a sister Minnie A. Brannan and seven grandchildren. Funeral service scheduled for 1:30 p.m. Tuesday led by Rev. Mary A. White of Bethany Congregational.
Notices list multiple funeral services and burials for Charles E Adams Patrick Mae H Auld Kay L Dunn and Lectoria B Ray. Services held at St Patrick's Cedar Memorial Chapel of Memories and Mt Calvary Cemetery with wakes and rosaries led by various clergy and churches. Burial arrangements in Mt Calvary and Cedar Memorial Cemetery with funeral home care noted.
Clarence J. Kimm 72 of 1428 Bever Avenue SE lost control in a southeast side parking lot Saturday at about 4 p m. He backed into the Food Center then struck two parked cars and the Easy Wash Laundrette. A patron Barbara Kent 17 was treated for shock. No charges.
The EPA plans a near complete ban on pesticides containing mercury affecting agriculture and industries like paper, plastics and paint. A staff report, led by Garth Fitzhugh, urges immediate suspension of alkyl mercury uses and recommends ph ciekryl mercury phaseout, with seeds treatment only briefly allowed.
East pushes Rogers renewed mediation to seek an overall peace settlement. Rogers’ effort, shelved briefly, is not dead and the United States remains ready to help if Egypt and Israel want. Officials note disappointment at not breaking the stalemate, but express satisfaction that the August 1970 ceasefire is generally holding.
Des Moines report shows Iowa had 33 tornadoes last year the most since 1967 causing about 4.5 million dollars in damage and one death. The average is 31 tornadoes annually.
Winners Rosenburg and Danny Ties among finalists chosen by a panel including Rev. Jean Hayter and John Shea after a 1200 eligible carrier field. Finalists attend the Iowa boys basketball tournament in Des Moines March 17 18. State Climatologist Paul Waite warns Iowa tornado season could begin soon citing past March May activity and notable 1971 Conway and 1972 Northeastern Iowa tornadoes.
The paper lists carrier rates at 75 cents weekly. Night and Sunday six issues cost 2 dollars monthly or 19 dollars yearly, while afternoon and Sunday seven issues cost 2.15 dollars monthly or 20 dollars yearly. Out-of-state and territory subscriptions run 20 dollars yearly. mail subscriptions are not available where Gazette carrier service exists. The Associated Press retains exclusive republication rights for local and AP news.
BEIRUT AP reports that Yemen and South Yemen may erupt into war as Bakil and Hashed tribes vow to attack the Marxist regime in South Yemen. ATHENS UPI notes 15 resistance members face court martial March 17 for anti government action including a plot against a U S ship and explosive charges.
A head on collision between a bus and a truck on the Monterrey to Mexico City highway at dawn left nine dead and thirty two injured, police reported. The crash occurred Saturday on the main road south of Monterrey.
In downtown Milan police and leftist extremists clashed as demonstrators tried to break police lines to assault an anti communist rally. About 15 people were injured and roughly 25 extremists were detained for questioning.
Passengers on a TWA flight to Munich remained calm as a hijacker threatened with a bomb in her purse and pistol. Bertoni praised calm passengers while authorities questioned crew and passengers after the plane landed. The incident follows recent bomb threats and a historic Italian hijack in 1970.
Washington AP report notes a sharp drop in telephoned bomb threats against U S airlines after bombs were found on two Trans World Airlines planes earlier in the week. FAA said two threats were reported between 7 a m and 1 p m Saturday and no further incidents were confirmed.
James F. Hackett age 25 of 206 Fourth avenue SW was held without bond in Linn county jail Saturday night on contempt of court. Deputies said he was arrested around 5 p.m. in the 1200 block of First avenue east on a Linn district court warrant issued Friday.
Classifieds offer quick, economical help to buy and sell items. Readers scan listings for bicycles, furniture, vehicles, and services, spotting prices and contact details in brief notices. The format emphasizes speed and local exchange.
Analysts see a late ad in the primary ballot about busing as a potential boost for George Wallace while Humphrey Muskie and McGovern back Askew in opposing the measure. The Florida primary awards 20 statewide nominating votes and 61 across 12 districts, with delegates bound on first two ballots unless a candidate falls below 35 percent.
FBI officials discussed the Baton Rouge bank robbery case at a local office, noting evidence was transferred to the U S attorney, displayed in court, moved to the evidence vault, and that investigators assess the total money seized as part of the inquiry.
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