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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1957
Page
8
John Reynolds surveys the auto market as 1950s models emphasize elegance over horsepower. Despite talk of economy cars buyers seek high priced features, with manufacturers offering options to lift cost. Critics fear debt and road congestion, but the public support for new cars persists.
In a nostalgic look at 1920s and 1950s car culture, the piece notes premium brands like Lincoln Cord Packard and Stutz Erectite and the rise of mass motor vehicle demand. It contrasts luxury features with industry growth, and cites Tubbs Oil Company incorporation and Cedar Rapids stock details. The tone blends economic commentary with booster flair for American manufacturing.
Syria said six unidentified jets over Latakia in northwest Syria were fired upon by anti aircraft guns. The incident followed Turkish border intrusions and US Sixth Fleet activity accusations. Local units reportedly repelled six Turkish infiltrators near Selkin village.
The U S Air Force said it has bought four black bears from Catskill New York for Holoman Air Force Base experiments not involving space travel or high speed sled testing. Medical checks completed the bears were flown to Holloman after the owner disclosed the sale following the Soviet satellite launch.
Detroit AP reports a price increase for the 1948 Ford line with 1958 model prices from 1799 to 2907 dollars. Chevrolet and Plymouth also raised prices with Plymouth up 1.7 to 4.4 percent and Chevrolet averaging about 4.5 percent. Factory list prices exclude delivery charges taxes and optional equipment.
In winter 1870 a man crossed the Alani foha prairies by dog sled to gain control of the St. Paul and Pacific railroad then two rusting rails and the right of way. Thirty years later James J Hil controlled the Great Northern Northern Pacific and Chicago Burlington and Quincy railways. He styled himself Fire Builder.
Detroit AP reports weekly and year to date 1957 auto production totals from Automotive News Manding, with figures compared to the previous year.
Cedar Rapids marks Retarded Children's week with a Dads day Sunday November 17. James Colbert announces a luncheon speaker Johnson Cedar Rapids public utility commissioner leads the drive with house to house visits and educational material distribution to support Linn County programs for the retarded. Other city groups have volunteered to help.
A witty note describes a greeting card with nothing printed inside for those who remain silent. The concept playfully addresses social moments and unused words in communication.
New York judge refused to block lease revocation of the barber shop operator where gangster Anastasia was shot dead. Grasso may sue the motel for damages if losing the shop causes financial harm. case involves disputed tenancy and timing of eviction with potential six year duration remaining.
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