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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1975
Page
41
Readable fragment notes Coralville Lake pool level rise planned for Friday near Cedar Rapids with related forecast and regional water level update.
The Daily Record notes births at St Luke's on Nov 6 for several families in Marion and nearby towns, with names and addresses. It lists marriage licenses in Cedar Rapids, bankruptcy petitions for multiple residents with debt and asset figures, and a magistrate’s court roundup of speeding fines and traffic violations across Marion and surrounding areas.
DES MOINES UPI Gov Robert C Ray said he was very enthusiastic about possible state gains from Thursday's Sell Iowa gathering with industrialists in New York He and 58 Iowa businessmen joined a luncheon after two days of meetings with corporate leaders the event highlighted potential investments and jobs for Iowa businesses
Theft reported of a $60 water softener and tank from a Marion residence. Allen Wright of route one Marion stated the equipment was taken from his basement midweek. The report notes a 1955 Soviet parade and a business delegation from Iowa visiting New York to explore expansion opportunities.
Iowa City police said a four week investigation ended with the arrest of two male juveniles aged 15 and 16 on charges of breaking into three Iowa City residences and the Cedar Rapids Gazette circulation office. In a separate case, three juveniles were charged with stealing a mini bike from Mark IV apartments in Jews City. All youths were turned over to juvenile authorities. Household appliances and some money were missing from the homes.
A list of obituaries and funeral notices for Joseph W. Servey and numerous others across towns including Cedar Rapids, Knoxville, Lockport, Williamsport, and more. Details cover ages, birthplaces, careers at Collins Radio and other firms, military service, spouses, children, churches, burial sites, visitations, and memorial funds.
FBI arrested Federal Energy Administration official John Waller aged 39 at a Springfield Virginia hotel on charges of soliciting a bribe to reverse an FEA decision. Agents recovered ten thousand six hundred dollars on his person and a bribe was allegedly discussed with Bush Creek Coal Brokerage Co. negotiations. Waller appeared before Magistrate Alex Akerman and was released on personal bond.
A House subcommittee approved a bill allowing New York City to declare bankruptcy, renegotiate 12.3 billion in debts, rewrite labor contracts and pension deals, and live within revenues with court oversight. AFL-CIO blocked support for a loan guarantee, complicating passage.
Madrid AP report says Gen Francisco Franco was moved to La Paz clinic on Madrid's outskirts from his Pardo palace as a preventive measure after another intestinal hemorrhage. He had been bedridden for three weeks and received a blood transfusion at the palace earlier Friday.
Philadelphia AP reports the June commencement at Drexel University continues a trend of speakers resigning soon after their address. Rogers Morton, secretary of commerce, is the fourth speaker in as many years to leave office within months. Past speakers include Admiral Zumwalt, Vice President Agnew, and Sen. Sam Ervin. Drexel plans to issue invitations for next year in January.
The projection suggests prices could return to 1975 levels by 1960 and rise to about 68 or 66 9 cents per gallon, assuming no other changes. President Ford has stated a desire for faster price increases to curb fuel use, spur domestic production, and reduce imports.
CHICAGO AP The Midwest's largest independent petroleum marketer cut gasoline prices Friday by 2 cents a gallon. The move signals a local price drop as part of a nationwide trend, with industry analyst Herbert Hugo noting the timing clashes with OPEC price hikes set earlier. Clark Oil and Refining Co operates in over 1 000 stations across 13 states, including Wisconsin Indiana and Illinois. Analysts say independents slash margins to move ample supply amid weak demand due to good weather and high unemployment.
Raw milk costs rose beyond ten dollars per hundredweight prompting higher prices for ice cream and dairy products. Despite supply largely steady in Iowa, producers report reduced herd numbers and delayed consumer reaction while home delivery remains uncommon in Dows. Retailers note ongoing strong milk sales with no widespread slowdown yet.
Government data show unemployment rising to 77.5 million with 83 percent of 172 industries hiring, while total employment reaches 86.4 million, up about 1.5 million from last March. Average hourly earnings rise to 4.62 dollars. inflation climbs 1.8 percent in October, prompting cautious White House optimism.
Cedar Rapids leader Hines Deathney, noted for airport model work used by many authorities, served as two time chamber president and long time legislative chair. He was first layman chair of Loras College board, trustee at St Matthew's, and active in local and state civic groups. He died after a life in Cedar Rapids with family memorials planned.
Lionel Trilling, a Columbia University literary critic and longstanding professor, died at 70 from cancer. A funeral service will be held Monday at Columbia where he taught for nearly five decades. He authored many volumes including The Modern World The Liberal Imagination and Beyond Culture.
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