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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 03, 1973
Page
5
Financial and market news report a sharp drop on Friday as investors renewed worries. The Dow Jones industrial average finished lower with overall declines across major indices and continued selling pressures in late trading.
Regional markets report steady hog prices with Friday bids near 40 to 50 dollars for 200 to 230 pound butchers, while sows and heavier hogs trend variously downward. Poultry, eggs, and grain futures appear alongside cattle and calf quotes from Des Moines Waterloo and Webster City, with packed meat prices and weekly checks noted.
Prices paid for delivery in Chicago reflect various items including beans, produce, and dairy with mixed quality notes. NEW YORK prices follow for whites and other commodities, showing demand influenced by volume and regional variations.
Des Moines officials announced a federal grant to fund a ten week training program for Iowa law enforcement on implied consent laws. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration grant supports certifying officers, adding an alcohol test chemist to the BCHI, and strengthening evidence in arrests.
The Governor's committee on outdoor resources endorsed legislation to open for public navigation all rivers and streams with visible water flow. The bill, proposed by the Iowa Conservation Commission, would state that inland streams become public domain beyond the high water mark, replacing private land ownership of the stream bed for access and use.
Governor Ray said inflation tied tax adjustments may have merit but doubted a proposal to cut state income taxes would have the desired effect. He noted the overall tax structure must be carefully considered before changes, while discussions include possible relief for those earning 19,000 dollars a year as income taxes rise for wage earners.
Polk County legal aid director Cherhillig urged the court to strike down a ban on felons applying for civil service jobs while police and fire departments argued exemptions. The hearing examined whether ex felons could be barred from police and other public roles despite felony convictions.
A fragmentary Marshall County report notes C. R. Man charged with purse theft after a Friday incident near Park Towne. The case references a drowning death and ongoing investigations led by local attorney Carl Gnety, with unclear summaries of dates and participants.
The Linn-Mar board began detailing additions to the junior high facility including sidewalk work, vestibule enlargement, and portable wall choices. They deferred decisions on water mains and sewer extensions pending city actions, with costs cited for architectural fees carpeting and general electrical contracts totaling about $1.2 million in additions.
The board discussed various funding and bidding options for sewer projects. A move to add facilities and a 14 million bond faced no action while a plan to extend an interim contract to reach Fourth Years Bowmen was approved in a separate section.
Charles A. Sramenak executive director of the Malnarks department received an award of merit Friday at the annual month of the Town Parks and Recreation asenela l on held Wednesday through Saturday in Waterlow. Kre meng has served as Marion's park director since 1967 coming here from Lewiston Idaho. He is a Chelsea native and an Iowa State University graduate.
A confusing local item reports a 12 year old girl named Korieth dies after a hay chute accident near Postville. The family and authorities investigate the scene while neighbors recall the mishap as a tragic domestic incident.
The Gae college board approves a 26 percent tuition discount for adults aged 30 to 44 pursuing degree work. The plan excludes additional aid and supports part time study through continuing education programs led by Dr. Rosamary Carroll.
In a wide survey Capt John Mogeu of Jay's Mighty Ships notes no clear winner between the American and Soviet fleets. He says modern Soviet ships and submarines are strong, while the US excels in aircraft carriers and carrier groups. Overall, the two navies are fairly balanced with strengths in different areas.
Linn County deputies reported two injured in a Saturday crash on Highway 13 three miles south of Central City. Driver Denive Sullivan and passenger Larry Madlat, 35, were taken to Mercy Hospital after their car left the road and rolled several times with no visible deaths or escapes.
The FAA settled a 5 million lawsuit brought by the Rocky Marciano estate for 10000. Des Moines officials said the low-value case prompted the modest payment, citing errors by FAA employees and weather risks that affected the flight. The administrator Marlin Dinin confirmed the acceptance as a small settlement.
Chicago police report a burglary at the Ambassadorial hotel where $38 000 in valuables were stolen from seven rooms. Suspects used a pass key to enter while guests were away. one officer says $5 090 in jewelry belonged to Dan Rickles's wife.
A cryptic OCR fragment describes a spill near Kensington palace grounds. The text mentions Wind af sithe ore vote and HaaoMent, with references to Attics and the husband of Pree Mare. The readable items appear fragmentary and chiefly locational.
New York AP reports a shift toward random lottery for artificial heart recipient selection. An Ethics Panel says lottery could be best when medical criteria fail to resolve who receives an artificial heart within a decade. Officials estimate patient cash needs and outline three potential power sources for future devices.
Joan Hathie an 18 year old Robins resident was treated at St Luke's hospital and released after a Friday night car truck collision. The wreck occurred near Edgewood Road and Wills Boulevard NW before 7 am as vehicle driven by Thomas Witter 17 failed to yield at the intersection. Dennis Daubenberger 27 of Independence faced traffic charges. Angel Walker 22 of Western Drive NB and Giny Bixby 26 of Bowling Street SW were involved in subsequent incidents at Sixteenth Avenue and SW area.
Washington AP The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration seeks an injunction and 390000 fine against International Harvester Co alleging repeated failures to inform vehicle owners of safety recalls. NHTSA claims 16 recall campaigns occurred with seven not disclosed and 20 month delays in notifying owners of brake and steering defects affecting school buses and recreational vehicles.
Wordy report from Mond Wisconsin notes a contested election in the Third Ward as Dan Hone faces an adversary. Jonelies, listed as a Cont classeny Mond employee, appears amid allegations of hacking a write-by candidate. Independent voices call for cleanup and fair campaigning.
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