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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1971
Page
11
New York reports indicate continued stock weakness as the International monetary crisis weighs on markets. The Dow Jones industrial average closed down 0.642 at SME97 with volume at 14.49 million shares, well below the daily average, signaling investor apathy.
Arlington police charged two young men with nighttime larceny in a break-in at Belschiter’s Hardware last Tuesday. Mylan White and Delmar Newton already serving terms. lawmen hold others on beer charges after a car inspection uncovered shotgun shells from the store theft.
Bethlehem Steel announces a 6 to 7 percent price increase on hot rolled cold rolled and galvanized steel matching Wednesday hikes by U S Steel Inland Steel and Kaiser. Youngstown Sheet and Tube plans to follow with the same rise on flat rolled products.
USDA officials report cattle price ranges at Chicago Stockyards for the week ending with prime and high choice steers priced 94.75 to 35.50 per 100 pounds, with various grades and weights including heifers mixed grades and commercial bulls cited across a wide band of values.
Cedar Rapids market prices show steadiness for Saturday cattle and hogs with Friday bulk deliveries valued at 17.00 to 17.25 per 100 pounds for butcher weight 200 to 230 pounds. Sows at 300 pounds fetch 14.75 to 15.25 with over 280 pounds costing 25 cents less per extra 10 pounds. Packers receive 2k off per weight grade 300 to 360 pounds, with 5 cents off per grade up to 500 pounds and 75 cents off above 500 pounds. Cattle and sheep figures listed with prime wool lambs at 14.00 to 14.50, and dressed meat prices noted. The Chicago Cubs versus Montreal Expos game is set for 1:15 PM Sunday on KORG TV.
In Towa City, Judge Joseph Thornton found 12 people guilty of disorderly conduct for illegally occupying a university building to operate a day care center. Each was fined 105 dollars. one defendant, Jerry Seis, received a Johnson County jail term and plans to appeal.
In Seattle AP report, Leslie Bacon’s bid to secure a $10000 bond was denied for a third time as the federal grand jury recessed. Bacon’s lawyers also sought to quash a subpoena demanding her return from Washington as a material witness. Five NY defendants in the New York Bank bombing plot received indeterminate terms up to four years, with two others getting up to three years. one defendant faces psychiatric examination.
A compilation of local church services lists Sunday school times worship hours and guest pastors for numerous congregations including Bethel Baptist First Baptist Lutheran and United Methodist on Marion city streets with services ranging from early morning to evening and special events at Catholic and Lutheran parishes.
Mr and Mrs Jimmy F Shimek of 2800 Seventh Avenue acquire 194 Hillview Drive from Mr and Mrs John T Waldrap of Omaha formerly of Marion. Possession given Friday. Sale handled by Tony Ticker Realty.
A tornado struck Conway Wednesday evening at about 6 30 causing damage to eight buildings and heavy damage to four others. No injuries were reported as the SBA estimated damage at 400 000 and announced disaster area status for Conway.
A seven member Iowa City group walks 180 miles to Des Moines protesting the draft. Spokesman Tim Gardner says they aim to end the draft by June 30 and push for an all volunteer army. They spent Thursday night in Marengo and plan to pass Brooklyn and Malcolm en route to Des Moines Friday afternoon.
Gov. Trobert J. Ray signed two legislative resolutions authorizing state maintenance of the Mid-Victorian Hubbell Mansion in Des Moines. The $1 million estate with eight acres has not been open to the public since 1957 and will be used as a historical landmark or governor’s residence after heirs agreed to transfer ownership for 25 years. A plaque will acknowledge the property's estate history and Terrace Hill ties.
The Cedar Rapids session of the Army Corps of Engineers planning meeting on water and land resource development in the Cedar River basin will be at 7 30 p m May 19 at Washington High School hosted by the Cedar Rapids League of Women Voters Similar meetings will follow in Allison Charles City Walleriea and Eldera
Special to The Gazette Anamosa resident Mrs William Weskett 48 of Anamosa was killed Thursday in a two car crash near Ryan. Rites are Monday at 1 30 p m in the Gaels Teach Tuners at home here. Surviving are two sons Kereth and Kelly both of Anamosa a daughter Mae Pills of Anamosa a stepson William Summars of Ankmise a stepson Charles of Susanville California two sisters Mrs George Aiken Monticello and two brothers William Sun Prairie Howard Glen Burnie and Kenneth Madison Wisconsin.
Egyptian Civil Aviation Minister Ahmed Naguib bans foreigners from using internal flights in Egypt with immediate effect. Al Ahram reported the decision without a given reason. A United Arab Airlines spokesman confirmed receipt of new instructions but provided no explanation.
62 year old ELEADER-Cat W Brecy Kenfeldar of rural Volga pled guilty to drunken driving in Dayton county district court. He received five days in county jail and a 120 day license revocation after being arrested April 15 near Backbone State Park by the highway patrol.
A long legal notice set from Linn County court details probate actions for multiple estates. It includes probate of wills for Harvey Slyck and Mina Hepker, appointment of executors, notices to creditors, and deadlines for filing claims. Also covered are public notices for bids on Cedar Rapids projects and a redevelopment program disclosure with payment terms and eligibility statements.
SWEA CITY IUPI reports three men from Cargill's grain elevator were injured in a Friday explosion. Dean Berndt was in serious condition with second and third degree burns over 60 percent of his body. Morris Nolra and Harhard Schnittjer were treated at Emmett County Hospital in Estherville for various burns and contusions. The cause remained under investigation as officials awaited further details and a damage estimate expected later today.
Louis Armstrong, 70, was released Thursday from Beth Israel hospital in New York after a seven week stay for heart and lung problems. He is now back at home in Queens with his wife reporting a smile she cannot wipe from his face.
The FDA warns that Candy Love Beads necklaces made in Hong Kong and sold by Ce De Candy Co. contain 2000 times the cadmium allowed in pottery. About 600,000 units distributed nationwide. linked to 15 cases of child poisoning, all victims recovered in a few hours.
In Towa City three Iowa City residents were found guilty of disorderly conduct after banked a Des Moines bound selective service bus in April. Police Court Judge Joseph Thornton fined Richard Smith Donald Spencer and Connie Vogel 55 dollars each, ruling their actions disruptive and willful.
Rep. William J. Scherle cites Colorado case where Mr. Softee ice cream venders accept food stamps for 35 cent cones and 4 cent sundaes. He says USDA first denied then confirmed approval, while the program aims to aid nutrition for low income families with grocery purchasing power. The article notes USDA officials promised a leak but stamps continue to be used. It also mentions a golf tournament finale airing after a Cubs game.
Classified notice listing numerous trades including concrete work for driveways walks and basements, painting interior and exterior with free estimates, cement work, dirt and fill, grading, and related home improvement services. Names and phone numbers appear for Max Duake, George Smithy Marion, John Fields, and others.
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