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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1969
Page
2
U S analysts say Viet Cong and North Vietnamese face setbacks in March and early April with over 6 000 enemy deaths in the Third corps area from Cambodia to the South China Sea. They expect limited action to rocket and mortar attacks while they regroup and replace losses.
Judge George Crockett freed all but two of 135 detainees arrested after a church-area clash between police and members of the Republic of New Africa in Detroit. Officers reported Czapski killed by seven bullet wounds. several suspects faced charges including assault with intent to murder and possession of a chemical spray.
Washington report states former President Truman sent a personal message to Mrs Eisenhower expressing regret that he could not attend the funeral of her husband. A military spokesman said Mrs Truman relayed word from the 84 year old former president that he was saddened by their loss.
In London, Parliament and the press criticize Britain for not sending a royal representative to Dwight D. Eisenhower's funeral. Earl Mountbatten is sent instead, while Defense Minister Healey faces calls for more representative attendance. Prime Minister Wilson is away in Africa.
Vice President Johnson, back in Washington after leaving office, attends President Eisenhower’s funeral and privately visits Mamie Eisenhower. He plans to return to Texas afterward to avoid public appearances and maintain decorum. Nixon invites Johnson to a White House reception for foreign visitors.
Britain and Anguilla sign an interim friendship and cooperation plan placing Anguilla under a British commissioner with a resident official. The island will keep six remaining councils under direct Anguillan control and decide when occupation forces leave. The agreement stems from the 1967 secession context and includes a federation link with Nevis.
Milton Eisenhower aged 68, younger brother of Dwight Eisenhower, collapsed at a Washington hotel on Monday and was transported to Walter Reed Army Hospital for treatment.
Iowa weather agencies forecast a damp, slow warm-up after a frigid spell breaking records. Arctic air shifts east as warmer air moves in, with light freezing drizzle possible across eastern Iowa and temperatures edging toward the mid 40s by Tuesday.
President Nixon recalled Dwight D. Eisenhower’s final words to his wife Mamie as a testament to family and country in a reverent eulogy. The remarks highlighted Ike’s enduring affection for wife, children, grandchildren, and nation as he passed away.
Washington mourners line Capitol steps as Dwight D. Eisenhower lies in state in a grand, orderly tribute. More than 55,000 Americans, from children to elders, pass the simple GI coffin draped in Stars and Stripes, while world leaders attend the procession and Mamie Eisenhower receives her son’s address and the crowd’s reverent silence.
JERUSALEM AP Israel cabinet rejects any Big Four plan for the region as Egyptian President Nasser warns of war while signaling hope for UN talks. Dayan says summer will be critical amid pressure on Egypt to renew conflict and Israel seeks a signed peace before concessions.
Washington reports Mrs. David Zehner and her three sons waited with others in a cold line until 1 am to view Dwight D. Eisenhower's coffin in the Capitol rotunda. The crowd included young mourners and families. volunteers and guards allowed moments near the coffin as a public farewell.
A short humor note contrasts perceived government overreach with the burden of taxes and payments, highlighting how some citizens feel stretched by public spending. It reflects a light column tone about civic finances.
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