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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1968
Page
4
Hal Boyle reflects on why people prefer memories over an uncertain future. He sketches nostalgia through vivid vignettes of past life, from golf affordability to bedbugs, lunch buckets, and parties, ending with a wistful recall of “those were the days.”
City clerk issued permits for two eight plex apartment buildings by L S W Corp Cedar Rapids at 190 and 200 Ridge drive with an estimated 55000 each and additional permits for Cope Construction and Copper Construction Co for a house and a duplex. Other permits include Milvern Hoss garage 2100 Hillview drive and Edward Ransford shed 1260 First avenue plus refinishing work and carport.
Police moved into the Finley student center at City College of New York and seized about 400 antiwar protesters. A 19 year old AWOL soldier, Pvt William Brakefield, sought sanctuary. 135 demonstrators were booked on charges from trespass to disorderly conduct.
Police court cases this week before Judge Miles Adams include speeding sentences for Pearson Wurster Gardner Packwood Lyford Smith Waite Sherwin Vanerus Campbell Veal and Ness with fines from 2 to 50 dollars. Justice of the peace court also lists numerous speeding licenses failures faulty equipment and driving violations from Cedar Rapids Anamosa Center Point Toddville and neighboring towns.
U S servicemen in Vietnam reacted with guarded optimism to Richard Nixon's election victory. Many believed he could end the war and bring troops home, with responses ranging from confidence in a policy shift to restraint about immediate outcomes. Some voiced doubt about Johnson era limits and Saigon’s stance, while others warned not to expect rapid change. A few personnel in Da Nang and Saigon stressed patience as combatants eyed a potential slowdown in hostilities.
Cambodian leader Prince Norodom Sihanouk proposes releasing 11 U.S. soldiers and one Vietnamese captive if President Johnson pledges that American forces will curb bombing along the Cambodian South Vietnam frontier. The 11 Americans and one Vietnamese were seized July 17 during a border crossing supply run. Sihanouk retains the 115 foot landing craft for his navy.
Local want ads invite readers to list items for sale ranging from large appliances to tiny trinkets. Advertisers can place brief notices outlining item type, condition, price, and contact method for quick response.
Potholders make a warm welcome in every kitchen. Pattern 791 includes pieces for 3 transfers and is sold for fifty cents plus fifteen cents for first class mailing. Send to Laura Wheeler Cedar Rapids Gazette Needlecraft Dept New York address 10011.
Dr. R. C. Beckman, chairman of the Citizens Committee of the Benton Community school district, announced that over 100 district residents filed petitions with the school board seeking a bond issue to fund building needs. The committee plans professional review and aims to prove broad voter support for adequate, efficient facilities including a possible new high school.
Marino Pusateri, 2601 J street SW, was re-elected president of Cedar Rapids Printing Pressmen Assistants and Offset Workers Union No. 104. New officers include Kenneth Sankey, Warren Sommer, David Baer, and Edward Webster at listed addresses.
Notice covers renewal and amendment of Uneco Corporation charter for twenty years from July 28 1968. It states principal place Cedar Rapids Linn County and describes business activities, capital stock, and the board of directors with current officers listed. Also includes probate notice for Ada L. Stewart with executors Forrest W. Stewart and Merchants National Bank Cedar Rapids and deadlines for claims.
In Linn County Iowa Benny E Wimer deceased. the will dated July 1967 was probated October 31 1968 with Alvin A Wimer and Monticello State Bank named executors. Creditors must file claims within six months from second publication November 7 1968 or be barred. debtors should pay promptly. Attorneys Ramsey Heiserman Anamosa Iowa.
Notice states The Universal Engineering Corporation of Cedar Rapids Iowa adopted renewal and amended articles extending its charter twenty years to August 4 1988. It lists business in rock gravel lime plants parts and equipment, service stations, real estate, lending and discounting, with common stock of 100000 dollars issued 100 shares. Directors named and officers listed. dated November 4 1968.
Mayor Cox convened the regular council meeting with all councilmen present. Mrs Dale Greves sought a liquor by the drink permit for Dalys Tavern but was told to wait until the next meeting for a decision. Building permits were issued for John L Lemon garage Hugo s Body Shop roof repair Cornereercs Harold Stewart remodel and Vivian Johnson dwelling repair. The council moved to exercise the towns option to buy or sell the police car and approved overhauling if purchased. Meeting adjourned with Mills seconding Kelley. Twila Wyman Clerk.
Notice announces probate of Edna Derby Parrett deceased in Linn County Iowa. Merchants National Bank of Cedar Rapids named ancillary executor to probate the will dated November 25 1966 and to publish claims for allowance within six months, under state law.
The feature spot “PAUL HARVEY COMMENTS” airs Monday through Friday on KCRG TV 9 News at 5 30 and 10 PM in color. The program offers Harvey style commentary in the station’s evening schedule.
In the District Court of Iowa County the estate of Mae Dill is probated. Mary Ellen Dill is named executor. Creditors must file claims within six months from the second publication and debtors must pay promptly. Kubicek Novak Kubicek, Cedar Rapids, Iowa represent the estate.
In the District Court of Iowa Port County the estate of Albert J Kilberger deceased is opened. Wilma Struesky is appointed executor. Creditors and interested parties must file claims with the clerk within six months from second publication. Dated November 4 1968 in Cedar Rapids Iowa. The public notice names Wilma Struesky and the probate case number 345.
On December 4 1967 Linn County Iowa issued a tax deed for real estate in Marion Township Linn County. A certificate of purchase remains owned by Linn County and redemption expires ninety days from notice.
Delinquent real estate parcels in Linn County Iowa were sold under 446.18 446.19 codes for 1964 1965 and 1966 taxes. Certificates of purchase issued to Linn County hold by the county treasurer, redemption periods expire in days from service of notice.
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