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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1975
Page
3
Weather data shows November totals around 1.84 inches and 34.09 inches or related figures with extended forecast calling for a slight shower chance Monday. Mild through Wednesday with highs in the 60s to 70s and Lows 30s to 40s. Evening fire reports noted at Bever Park, Mt. Vernon Road and Tree Street SE, and other local spots with specific times.
Victor A. Postel received a possible 25 year term in prison after being convicted of second degree murder in the July 19 stabbing death of Ronald Riedel at his Cedar Rapids home. Judge James Carter labeled the act a crime of passion, acknowledging an enormous emotional response while rejecting self defense. The sentence range is ten years to life. parole board will determine release timing for sentences under life.
Ruth Martwig, a mayoral candidate in Cedar Rapids, charged Mayor Donald Canney with exceeding authority by using helicopters in an FBI investigation. She accused him of trying to sway voters with an FBI letter and said tax dollars were diverted to support a county deputy in training, a claim she would reverse if elected.
Clarence Wilson former Coralville mayor will be enrolled Sunday afternoon as a pilgrim in the Loyal Order of Moose. The degree is the highest honor from the 86 year old fraternal group. Wilson and Iowa City lodge 1096 governor is one of only three members to receive this distinction. About 1000 lodge members relatives and the public are expected at the 3 p.m. program.
United Way campaign stands at 624729 dollars, 43.3 percent of the goal, with final reports from some companies pending next week. Vice-chairman John Byers cites strong cooperation and expects a rapid wrap up. Last year at this date, 292581 dollars had been reported, with campaigns still to begin, and current reports show an average 12 percent increase.
Salvation Army Men’s Social Service center launches a clothing sale to clear a warehouse influx. Lt. Edwin Seger says most items are half price through next Saturday at Red Shield outlets in Cedar Rapids and Water loo, excluding underwear and winter coats. Proceeds fund the pickup repair program. On this date in 1965, a Cairo trolley disaster killed at least 74.
Safety Commissioner James Steinbeck argued opponents misjudge public safety, listing city departments including fire, employee safety, traffic engineering and building, and criticized plans to remove all right turn on red signs. He urged continued leadership, praising cooperation with safety staffs and noting progress over two years. The talk at Metro High School also referenced Lisbon’s 1755 earthquake.
A Linn district court judge upheld Cedar Rapids firemen's claim that pensions be computed in the traditional manner, including fringe benefits with base pay. The fire trustees sued after the city auditor said only lease pay should count. Vernon Caine, retired in November, was named as defendant.
Five people were injured in Friday afternoon traffic incidents, including Hattie Krone 59 of rural Conesville in fair condition with neck injuries after a two car crash on Twelfth Street NE near First Avenue at 5 p.m. Pamela Mortensen 16 and Diane 14 of 2927 Waveland Drive NW were treated and released at Mercy after a collision at K Avenue and Tenth Street NW involving an 18 year old Robert Blair. Kory McNeal 17 of 4829 Ford Avenue NW and Mark Buchheim 16 of 408 Lovell Drive NW were treated and released at Mercy after a two car crash at Edgewood Road and Johnson Avenue NW.
Judge James Carter ruled that Cedar Rapids airport safety officers must be hired under civil service rules but are not included in policemen and firemen pension provisions. The decision affects 13 officers hired without civil service review and aims to save about 35,000 dollars annually by using IPERS for nonfirefighters.
Mayor Don Canney told the National Contract ManagementAssoc at the Ox Yoke Inn that Cedar Rapids is in excellent financial condition. He noted the city has lived within its means and earned AAA bonding potential, calling opposition claims misguided and urging a vote on taxation options. He supports a sales tax with exemptions on essentials to ease property taxes and capture revenue from nonresident users.
Linn County deputies seized a 50 caliber World War II type machine gun and other gun parts near Alburnett during a search warrant Friday afternoon. No arrests were announced and the investigation continues. authorities did not release the owner’s name or additional raid details.
Iowa and Illinois leaders discuss expanding heating limits for natural gas in response to shortages. Whitmore argues for higher obligations on heating use, with five to seven years before no interruptible service. Van Nostrand warns against federal in-ground gas orders and stresses keeping supply for current customers while balancing state economies. Industry officials urge price deregulation as shortages persist.
A committee revised child care relief to a maximum $800 tax saving and removed income restrictions. The plan shifts two million taxpayers to claim the credit, with about one million gaining more benefits and the rest seeing slight reductions. A credit lowers taxes due, while a deduction reduces taxable income.
Packard resigns as Ford campaign finance chairman after serving part time while heading Hewlett Packard. The move unsettles aides who fear diminished organization in key Republican primaries. White House aide Nelsen cites Packard’s offer to help but gives no reason for departure. Packard once allied with Reagan, who is seen as stronger in some GOP state operations.
A subcommittee faulted delays in developing the Quintana operated Garden City gas field as unnecessary and likely in violation of the Natural Gas Act. It urged immediate further development, noting potential gains of up to 87 million cubic feet per day but acknowledging the impact would not ease this winter's shortages.
Memorial services are set for Libbie K Karlick at 1 p.m. Saturday at Janeba-Kuba funeral home west with the Rev. James L. Hayes officiating. Burial will follow at Bohemian National Cemetery in Chicago.
Carl Quint 73 of Winthrop died Monday at 10 a m at St Patrick s Catholic Church Friends may call after 1 p m Sunday at Fawcett Funeral Home Rosary will be recited at 8 p m Sunday
The Gazette Co founded in 1883 publishes daily and Sunday editions at 500 Third Ave SE Cedar Rapids Iowa 52406 with second class postage. Subscriptions are by carrier or mail with varying weekly and yearly rates and exclusive AP republication rights noted.
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