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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 29, 1961

Page

4

U.S. to Crack Down on Tax Delays by Business

The Internal Revenue Service plans faster enforcement against thousands of employers who fail to remit withholding taxes. At year end 1960, 268,396 employers owed $236.8 million, nearly $900 each on average, comprising about a quarter of total taxes due. Caplin cites rising past due taxes and says liens and forced collections will be pursued, despite concerns over harming businesses and jobs.

Washington UPI Internal Revenue Service Uncle Sam Sen. Williams R-Del Internal Revenue Williams Mortimer Caplin Caplin Internal Delaware Cheyenne Austin International Puerto Rico

How OTC Stocks Trade and Pricing Explained

The guide explains over the counter stocks are not exchange listed and trade via private negotiation among brokers. Quotations show bid and ask levels like 47 1/4 and 46 1/4, with brokers sometimes charging commissions or acting as principals without commissions.

Gesell Dies At 80 Noted Child Development Expert

Dr. Arnold Gesell, age 80, a renowned figure in pediatrics and child development, died Monday in New Haven. His work shaped ideas on child growth and behavior across decades.

New Haven Arnold Gesell

Council of Churches Expands Cedar Raunds Marion Office

The Cedar Raunds Marion Area Council of Churches voted last weekend to expand its office from one room to three rooms at 50914 Third Ave SF. The meeting also backed the Citizens' Council of Human Relations and heard plans for a June church workers observation school and a June 17 youth Play Day at Camp Wepsie-Y.

Cedar Raunds United Christian Youth Council Camp Wepsie-Y

Graduates Elaine Andrew to Receive BFA at Drake University

Elaine Andrew daughter of Mr and Mrs Virgil Andrew of 135 Hinkley Ave NW will receive a bachelor of fine arts degree in art education at Drake University commencement exercises on June 5. Nancy Ann Ely daughter of Mr and Mrs J Max Ely of 2106 Dave NE is a candidate for a bachelor of arts degree at St Marys College Notre Dame Indiana next weekend.

Elaine Andrew Virgil Andrew Hinkley Ave Drake University Nancy Ann Ely J. Max Ely Dave St. Mary’s College Notre Dame Ind

Joseph Chervenka Named Tama Postmaster

Joseph C. Chervenka, a city mail carrier since 1936, was installed Friday as acting Tama postmaster succeeding Gerald J. Svacina who had served since June 1949. He requested a transfer to rural carrier.

TAMA Joseph C. Chervenka Gerald J. Svacina

Courthouse One Sentenced Two Fined In Drunk Driving Case

In Linn district court Judge Charles Penningroth sentenced Wincel R. Varner 51 to a bench parole from a five year term at Ft Madison penitentiary after pleading guilty to third offense drunk driving. Varner was arrested May 20 following a collision at the A avenue and Tenth street NE intersection. Previous convictions dated Dec 29 1952 and June 11 1956. Kenneth J. Miller 25 of 1015 Ellis boulevard was fined 300 after pleading guilty to drunk driving. arrest occurred at Second avenue and Tenth street SE. Wilbur Mason 54 of 624 Thirty-fifth street NE pled guilty Friday and was fined 300 after arrest when his car stuck in a ditch on the Palo Center Point road north of Palo.

Wincel R. Varner Kave Ft. Madison Penitentiary Linn District Court Varner A Avenue Tenth Street Charles Penningroth Kenneth J. Miller Ellis Blvd Linn Miller Cedar Rapids Second Avenue Wilbur Mason Thirty-fifth St Palo Center Point Road Palo

Gas Giant Sued Over Furnace Explosion Injuries

Richard English sues TIowa-Illinois Gas and Electric Co. for 12000 alleging negligence in a furnace explosion at Maid-Rite Sandwich Shop 1323 Twenty-first Ave SE on Sept 16 1959. He claims burns on his upper body and two scars. petition filed in Linn County.

Richard English Tiowa-Illinois Gas and Electric Co English Maid-Rite Twenty-first Ave Linn County Clerk’s Office

Wedo Receives Suspended Sentence For Suspended License

Ronald F. Wedo a 22 year old of 1301 Third St NW pled guilty in Linn district court to operating a motor vehicle with a suspended license. He received a six month suspended jail term after arrest on May 25 1961 while driving in an alley between First Ave A Ave and First St Second St.

Ronald F. Wedo Third St. NW Linn District Court Wedo First Avenue A Avenue First Street Second Street

LeonardS Suit Against Larry Darrow Filed Over 1960 Accident

Leonard and Mrs. George E Leonard sue Larry Darrow Jr. and Mrs. George E Leonard seeking 5450 damages for injuries and vehicle damage from a Dec. 28, 1960, collision on Thirty second Street SE between Meadowbrook Drive and Mound Avenue. The suit was filed Monday in Linn county clerk's office.

Lawrence Doimer Paul Bowdish David Bowdish Linn County Omar N. Peiffer Moitor Vehicle Casualty Co Al‘burnett Road Larick James M. Allen Ross Oliphant First ‘Avenue Second Street Anamosa Motor Sales Robert Postel Gertrude Cosgrove William Strode First Avenue E Fifteenth Street Douglas C. Shaheen Mamie Shaheen George K. Singelman

Darrow At Fault In Head-On Collision, Witness Testimony

A witness testifies that Darrow caused the head-on crash by driving over the center line, attributing the accident to his car crossing into the opposing lane. The statement refers to the circumstances leading to the collision and the alleged driver responsibility.

Darrow

Ealy Receives Plea Time In Linn County Court

Dennis W. Ealy 20, arraigned in Linn district court on a forgery charge for a forged $15 check given to Joyce Witham on May 17. He admitted signing the check Dan W. Boone and was remanded for plea by Friday. He was arrested by Iowa City police and returned to Cedar Rapids Sunday night. Suits filed list multiple auto accident damages. wills admitted for Herbeck and Bauer. a cabin break in reported near Center Point with property missing.

Dennis W. Ealy Linn District Court Ealy Joyce Witham Dan W.boone Iowa City Cedar Rapids

Recess in Laos Talks Extended by One More Day

Geneva AP British and Soviet co chairmen announced negotiations on Laos will pause for another day or two. A British spokesman had said talks would resume Monday after the recess.

Geneva

Texas Democrats Split Over Runoff Tactics and Tower Tide

The piece analyzes the Texas Democratic runoff where Blakley failed to mobilize liberals and moderates while Tower drew mixed liberal and conservative support. It notes a statewide pattern mirrored in Dallas County with Bruce Alger’s repeated wins amid Democratic splits and cites Republican efforts like doorbell canvassing aiding Tower’s threat to the incumbent.

Tower Blakley Ralph Yarborough Senate Dallas Bruce Alger Go.p Texas Albert Bel Fay Houston G.O.P

Cedar Rapids Gazette publication details and rates

The Cedar Rapids Gazette established in 1883 by The Gazette Co. It states publication delay and Sunday delivery at 500 Third Ave SE Cedar Rapids Iowa. Subscription rates include carrier 45 cents per week, mail options from $1.10 to $20.50 per year, with regional variations and exclusions.

Cedar Rapids the Gazette Co Third Ave Iowa

Dallas Republicans tout campaign effort behind Senate gains

Fay and Peter O'Donnell credit hard work, calls, canvassing, and many precinct workers for mobilizing support. Harry Bass Jr. says the special races strengthen the GOP as Texas moves toward two party status, noting Tower as the first elected senator and recalling two earlier appointed Republicans.

Fay Peter O'Donnell Dallas County Harry Bass, Jr Dallas G.O.P Texas Tower

City Briefs Admits Patient and Salon Ad

Mrs Wil son M Sell of 1136 Sixth St NW readmitted to Mercy hospital for further surgery. Visitors not permitted. Pre vacation permanent specials feature Rayette Zotos and Realistic waves at LeMar Beaute Salon operated by Gladys Harris Nancy Alberts and Pat Young. EM 4561 Adv Enlistment Linda Sue Kriegermeir 18 Marion has enlisted in the marine corps.

Wilson M. Sell Sixth St Mercy Hospital LeMar Beaute Salon Gladys Harris Nancy Alberts Pat Young Linda Sue Kriegermeir Marion Marine

Local Youths Enter Training and a YMCA Theft Report

The note mentions corps sent to Parris Island for basic and office procedures training and specialized beauty service. An address listing Ruth Thompson and ads for Flowers Turner's on Oakland Road NE appears. Police report George Witwer lost about $22 from his billfold in a YMCA locker Saturday night.

Corps Parris Island N.C George Witwer Forest Dr

Chamber committee to meet at noon Wednesday at YMCA

Personnel Managers- chamber committee will meet at noon Wednesday in the YMCA. Speaker Paul Chase from the wage and hour division of the Department of Labor attends.

YMCA Paul Chase Ior Department of Labor

Breakin Attempt Report At Iowa Window Co Responded

In a Monday briefing by Louis Duffy manager of the Iowa Window Co at 515 Eighth Ave SE police noted rear door marks suggesting a pry attempt. The incident was logged as a breakin attempt with no further details available.

Louis Duffy Iowa Window Co Eighth Ave. SE Chicago Fred Anthony

Belgrade Court Sentences Four Albanians for Plotting

A Ti rana court in Belgrade has sentenced four leading Albanians to be shot for plotting against the Communist government.

Belgrade Tirana

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U.S Edward Cowan Investors’ Guide Sam Shulsky Gesell Child Authority Council of Churches Joseph Chervenka Sheet Metal CO 29Th St. NE Indoor Comfort Bureau Gas Company Fevena Discount Corporation Sree Dennis Ealy Charles J. Herbeck Mary Agnes Bauer Mary Blazek Patricia Jennings Bruce Young Bowling St Laos DAVIS Uguokiementa 1St Ave Center Point Rd Fourth St S.E Mt. Vernon Ave Sixteenth Ave N.W N.E Mayory Linda Plaza Ruth Thompson’s.—Adv Flowers Turner's Oakland Road Adv Kenwood Rug Cleaners Adv. Ee Dieter Wilke Elks Club Pierson’s Florists Kiwanis Club Arland F. ‘Christ Janer Cornell College Roosevelt Hotel All Union Ady Oms Simely Granby America Hotpoint Kehrer Wheatland Company 2Nd Ave. SE Kehrer- Wheatland Incorporated 2Nd Ave
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