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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 03, 1973
Page
7
Financial and market news describe a sharp broad drop with Dow sliding about 1.65 points, continuing a two day rout. The listing notes missteps and volatility in the session as traders weigh midweek losses and momentum in the market.
Market listings show hog prices for various weights and maturities, with butchers 200 to 250 pounds priced around 40 to 41 dollars, sows and other categories quoted differently. The document also lists poultry prices, grain values, and miscellaneous market details across multiple towns and market names.
Iowa conservation panel backs a public navigation rule to open streams and rivers to boaters, clarifying state law on water access. Advocates say it serves the public interest, uses state land efficiently, and aids recreation and resource management.
Chicago cash grain report shows No 7 corn around 2.31 per bushel and No 1 yellow soybeans near 3.40. Prices reflect bids and market activity with various grades and quantities noted in compact figures.
A $18,000 federal grant from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration funds a program to upgrade Iowa law enforcement tactics against drunk driving. Gov. Baker Ray’s office announced the five officer seminar aiming to train 550 officers to enforce implied consent laws, enabling blood, breath, or urine testing when drivers refuse tests. The plan includes enhanced sobriety checks and stronger enforcement to deter impaired driving.
Gov. Robert Ray said there may be merit in adjusting Iowa tax structure to ease the bill for taxpayers but doubted Rep Anita Shah's plan to cut rates would work as intended. He promised a full review of the structure and said proposals would be studied in the next legislature, noting possible changes tied to income levels and inflation impacts.
A three judge federal panel weighs a local law that bars cities from employing convicted felons in public safety and related jobs. Polk County officials say felons should not be eligible for driver, firefighter, or civil service roles, while some city elders argue exemptions exist for certain positions. The case centers on whether the ban can stand against state and local employment norms.
Local report centers on Jol Sullivan 26 claiming a purse theft incident. Various names appear amid garbled text, noting arrests or investigations, connections to Cedar Rapids area, and references to a homicide trial timeframe. The fragmentary source mentions a legal inquiry, identifiable parties, and a Postville context with broader crime reporting.
Medon delays final cost decisions for the addition project. The board approved adding four junior high classrooms and related infrastructure while deferring portable walls and senior high gym vestibule size. A separate award honored Kre menuk for 40 years of service.
The board delayed sewer extension decisions awaiting city annexation of the main Lion May campus. Total project cost, including general mechanical and electrical work, is 1,561,930 with added items totaling 120,000 for carpeting and contingency and 100,900 for additional items.
Local churches in Marion list Sunday schedules with Sunday school times and worship hours. Notable: Grace Baptist at 40 South Fifteenth Street holds worship at 10 50 with Sunday school earlier. St. St. Josephs Cathedral on Hul Avenue notes services, and First Presbyterian schedules worship and Sunday school. Community notices include house sale on Eighth Street, and upcoming political campaign ads for Grundy and Sievers with mayoral references.
Local political notices show candidates Begley and Che ltor seeking mayoral support in the upcoming ward elections. November campaign events include a levee and hall meetings to discuss Hol Adv and Vole positions.
The executive committee of Coa College approves a tuition discount for older students. The discount equals a percentage of tuition for those aged 44 and older, with exclusions for other financial aid and ongoing coursework. President Leo Nuss says older students will spend less time in productive work and enjoy study benefits, aligning with the college’s continuing education program led by Dr. Rosemary Currays.
Two people were injured early Saturday in a one car crash on Highway 12 south of Central City. Denise Sulelivan, Manghyster, was traveling north when her car veered off the road and rolled over several times. Shen a passenger, Larry Mutton, 45, of Mate Chester, was in fair condition at Morey Hospital Saturday. No charges filed.
The FAA settled a $1 million lawsuit by the Rocky Marciano estate in Des Moines federal court. Attorney Marlin Dunn said the case was compromised for a small amount. the administrator noted Marciano knew the risks. The suit alleged FAA flight conditions contributed to the fatal crash near Newton that killed Marciano and two others.
A Chicago robbery at the Ambassador Hotel yielded about 32 000 dollars in jewelry and 6 000 dollars in cash on a Friday night. Victim comedian Du Bickles reported jewelry valued over 3 000 dollars missing. police say suspects used a pass key to enter rooms while guests slept. One suspect's wife is named London and rumors tie the case to a Kensington Palace backdrop.
London AP reports naval expert Capt Jobe Moore says the United States Navy leads in air cover fleet support and replenishment at sea while the Soviet Navy shows gains in submarines missile capability and newer ships. He notes no single navy dominates overall as both sides hold advantages in different areas and nations like China threaten broader balance.
A nine member panel from the National Heart and Lung Institute proposes lottery based recipient selection when medical criteria fail. The panel cites limited supply and ethical concerns, with experts noting possible availability within 10 years and annual patient numbers in the tens of thousands awaiting devices.
Robins resident Jean Rathjen was treated at Luke's hospital after a car truck collision Friday night. Passenger in a car driven by 17 year old Thomas Witter, of 2835 Twenty sixth Street NW, Witter charged with failure to yield right of way. Angel Walker, 22, of 1802 Werle Drive NB, injured in two car crash, Mercy hospital treated. Gary Bixby, 26, of 4426 Bowling Street SW, charged with failure to yield right of way after collision at Sixteenth Avenue and Street SW.
Washington federal agency seeks injunction and 990000 fine against International Harvester for alleged violations of the Motor Vehicle Safety Act. NHTSA accuses the company of failing to notify owners during recalls for buses and recreational vehicles amid 16 recall campaigns and defects.
A fragmentary report from Independence notes a write-in candidate, Dan Rone Tin, announcing Saturday to challenge incumbent Third Ward councilman, Monavan Uarland. The item mentions a city employee, Slagsem Wood, and references Widepen dence.
An advertisement-like notice touts a demand thrift account with daily interest and quarterly payouts. It promotes minimum investments of 1000 to 6000 dollars, claims high rates, and presents example figures while urging online enrollment and local availability. It uses exaggerated figures and dubious terms.
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