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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1972
Page
2
A mixed page of notices includes births at Mercy St Luke's Navy and various local churches, plus funeral services for residents from Anamosa to Williamsburg. It lists names, ages, and service times with locations, burial details, and visiting hours for dozens of individuals.
The piece reports on intensified efforts within the IRA to curb violence while pursuing a political campaign. It cites key figures such as Mucktiofain and MacStiofain, details a controversial interview broadcast by RTÉ, and notes protests outside the Irish embassy as supporters demand release.
Dean Barr 62 of 323 Second Street SW Cedar Rapids died Friday after a long illness. Born November 2, 1910 in Rockwell, he married Dorothy M. Hill in 1982. Surviving are his wife two sons a daughter a stepdaughter ten grandchildren and other relatives. Services Monday at Beilly-Bearle chapel. Burial Midwest Garden of Memories, Waterloo. Friends may call at funeral home after 1 pm today.
Betty L. McGrew, 35, of Cedar Rapids, was charged with drink driving after crashing into the rear of a car driven by Richard Sills on McCarthy Road near Memorial delve. She was taken to the police station in bond. The incident followed her treatment for a nose injury Saturday night.
Two 15 year old Cedar Rapids boys were arrested after a burglary at Rex G Phillips’s home on Rampal Street SE. Entry occurred Friday night with about 140 dollars in goods stolen including a car pistol and gas can. Loot recovered and cases referred to Juvenile authorities.
Moscow reported that the Soviet Union launched its seventh unmanned cosmos satellite this year as part of an ongoing program. Tass news agency noted the mission details from the space effort.
Obituaries list for Monday services notices for Burders at Daan chapel and Griffin family of Cedar Rapids. Names include Courtney Mayne service by Sehovah's Witness, Sharon Kay Calvary Baptist edied, Helen Vedder, Dorothy Wesholm, and Nelson Chattes G with cremation and burial details at Cedar Memorial cemetery. Burials conducted by various pastors. callers may visit funeral homes or churches.
In the 24 hour period ending Saturday noon US forces reported 13 42 missions against North Vietnam below the 20th parallel as heavy B 52 raids hit supply caches. North Vietnamese claims accuse the raids of civilian casualties while Nixon halts bombing above 20 parallel and concentrates below it. Ground fighting persisted near Pleiku Dalat and Cu Chi with no casualties reported.
Senator Gene Kennedy of Dubuque criticizes Public Safety Commissioner Michael Sellers for failing to maintain highway patrol strength. He urges the General Assembly to demand more manpower and funding, arguing morale and safety rely on an understrength force.
Subcommittee heard testimony on racial discrimination aboard the carrier and criticized the ship's captain for refusing to meet dissident sailors. Sailors described confrontations and disciplinary actions after the November incident, with several protesters discharged or fined as the Navy investigated.
David E. Tisher 6 of Ely was admitted to St. Luke's hospital with a broken leg after a one car crash on Silver road near Cedar Rapids. Deputies say the vehicle struck a rock in a ditch, flipped and landed upright. Charges are pending.
Fragmentary notes show Peron reflecting on events from 20 years ago and criticizing postwar leaders. He cites General Eisenhower and references to federal appointments. The speech hints at social strain during the era.
The administration spokesman Alan said Nixon will meet this week with Nguyen Phu Duc, Thieu’s special assistant, in Washington to discuss the negotiations. Duc, Saigon’s Kissinger counterpart, aims to clarify South Vietnam’s position which Thieu says remains unclear to Nixon. Observers see Kissinger as blamed for not heeding Saigon’s objections as talks drift. Hanoi’s Nhân Dân newspaper attacked U.S. role, claiming Washington creates difficulties in ending the war. France’s Maurice Schumann, in a TV interview, said he remains less pessimistic and noted close contact with all parties.
Richard C. Clark will address a Cedar Rapids Marion Area Chamber of Commerce luncheon at noon December 8 at the Maniase hotel. He will review plans to develop a working relationship with the Cedar Rapids Marion area. Reservations via Call 665135.
Rural CR man Thomas Overly, 21, Route 3 Cedar Rapids, listed in serious condition at St Tinke’s hospital after a collision on First Street NE. Driver David Gaslill, 22, 1216 Foulh Ave SE, released. charged with failure to maintain control after his car struck a light pole and a street sign near Ave Tuk.
The Iowa Commerce Commission ruled Amana Service Co. is a public utility under ICC rates jurisdiction. The ruling followed a hearing on whether Amana Society Service Co. should be exempt, with Amana Refrigeration filing complaints and urging investigation. The commission ordered tariffs or supplements due by December 29 and noted Amana Refrigeration as the utility’s largest customer, with 21,850,000 kilowatt hours sold.
The Chamber Singers of Iowa City will perform Sunday at 4:00 p.m. in First Presbyterian Church, featuring works by Schutz and other composers. The ensemble of 46 voices includes teachers, organists and amateur musicians with director Dr. Rosella Duerksen and pianist Dr. Naomi Rowley. Admission is free.
Mobutu Sese Seko announces establishment of diplomatic relations between Zaire and mainland China in Kinshasa. The move signals a shift in foreign policy and deepens ties with the PRC, reflecting regional and global realignments.
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