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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 06, 1962

Page

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Backlash of Rural to Urban Shift Faces Reapportionment Strain

The piece links migration from farms to cities in Iowa with legislative representation tensions. It argues urban voices seek fair governance while rural areas fear losing influence, noting court doctrine shifts and a proposed executive tax power change. Congressman Bramwell opposes delegating tax authority. taxes remain a legislative function.

Iowa Nebraska Missouri South Dakota Illinois Wisconsin Minnesota Linn County Central Committee Bramwell Executive Branch

Cedar Rapids considers new Blairs Ferry crossing demand

An affiliate of Milwaukee railroa d notified the Cedar Rapids city council of plans for an additional crossing on Blairs Ferry road NE. City officials note ongoing friction over crossings and discuss future pavement requirements to address grade crossing issues as new developments proceed.

Milwaukee Railroad Cedar Rapids Blairs Ferry Road Blairs Ferry

Indecision Threatens Iowa Mental Health Program

Monsignor Gannon, chairing the Iowa mental health address at Independence, warns lawmakers that budget threats jeopardize progress. He praises Edward J. Zachar and the therapy staff, notes improved physician ratios, open ward policy, and rising treatment demand, urging sustained funding and expansion.

Iowa Monsignor Gannon Independence Loras College Dubuque Citizens Committee For Mental Health Leo A. Hoegh Herschel C. Loveless National Association For Mental Health Edward J. Zachar Mental Institutes Iown Zachar Edward Zachar Timothy Gannon State Mental Health Institute of Independence Selig Korson Carroll O. Price State Board of Control

Worth Every Minute of 15 Required White House Tour Ends Almost Before It Begins

The White House public tour lasts about 15 minutes from start to finish drawing crowds of 12,600 tourists between 10 and 12. Visitors faced heat and long lines while touring rooms like the East Room and Blue Room. Families comment on the speed, with many seeking decorating ideas or previews from TV. Security and signage frame a brisk, high-traffic visit amid questions about President Eisenhower’s pictures and congress dictates.

Ashington White House Portal Executive Mansion Mary Mecroft 4-H Club Eisenhower Joe

Congressman Gross Hears A Mysterious Dial Tone

Rep H R Gross of Iowa contacted a number 351-1100 in Washington and was told only a government agency would not reveal its name. He deduced the agency as the Central Intelligence Agency from the phone book. The Omaha World Herald reports.

Iowa Rep. H. R. Gross Washington Congressman Gross Central Intelligence Agency

Open tennis and Cubs under debate at saloon level

Wrigley faces scrutiny over his managerial shift and hopes for a winning Cubs team. Observers note mixed signals from 1962 coaching, while Casey Stengel and Washington show separate fates. Kramer’s retirement could ease amateur pro rifts and push toward open tennis tournaments.

Casey Stengel Washington Wrigley Chicago Tribune Jack Kramer Henry V Mr. Kramer Kramer

Ban on Liston in New York Praised by Paper

The New York State Athletic Commission denied a license to Sonny Liston, forcing a Patterson bout to be staged elsewhere. The Times argues professional prizefighting is deadly and should be outlawed, welcoming the decision despite its impact on New York sports prestige.

Sonny Liston New York State Athletic Commission Philadelphia Floyd Patterson New York Liston Athletic Commission Commission

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