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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1973
Page
15
A county health conference reports 2 278 children in Linn County lack one or more polio doses amid broader gaps in diphtheria pertussis tetanus rubella and times vaccines. Health officials urge visits to family physicians or clinics for protection during Immunization Action Month.
Two Cedar Rapids men are jailed on robbery charges after a morning hold up at Ganish Book World 160 Sixth Street SW. Thomas Glaus 15 and Charles Kelley 21 were arrested at First Avenue and Tenth Street East with a long bar veiled weapon. Glaus faces possession of a controlled substance with a $500 bond while Kelley is charged with carrying a concealed weapon bond $1,009. Store employee Margaret Fox 24 reported the suspect demanded cash and fled with about $422.
James Steinbeck, a safety commissioner hopeful, told a Sunday fundraiser that officers must feel public support and better communication from leadership. He pledged professional handling of administrative failures to restore morale and deter controversy, citing his police training and college degrees. Steinbeck is on the October 23 primary ballot.
HAN DIEGO AP reports Charley Sharp a Spanish American War veteran credits his long life to walking. Born amid era when people traveled on foot he continues daily strolls to meet friends at the Veterans Administration hospital. On his 100th birthday he joined a party and emphasized the value of walking to longevity.
Newsweek reports that Chilean deaths since the military junta toppled Allende are far higher than the regime claims. John Barnes cites morgue observations in Santiago with hundreds of bodies, many shot at close range, and notes warnings to morgue workers about revealing totals.
Detroit report states Chrysler and the United Auto Workers reached tentative local contracts at three separate plants before strike deadlines. Agreement covers pre production work at Indianapolis electric and foundry plants, with a separate pact at Detroit McGraw glass plant. Eldon axle plant talks led to suspension of the 1 am Monday deadline as progress continued.
UPI reports a UAW ratified a three year Deere contract Sunday but a Monday machinists strike shut Deere plants. Deere employs 22,608 UAW workers across six plants in Moline West Des Moines Waterloo Dubuque Ottumwa and other sites. The new pact raises average wages 3 percent annually plus a 12 cent hourly raise, boosts cost of living adjustments, and sets a $625 monthly pension at 30 years service. The agreement ends two months of talks, achieving a key demand the 30 and out retirement clause sought by UAW.
A strong quake rattled coastal Ferndale in northern California during the week, shaking buildings and prompting observers to seek safety as seismic activity continued to rattle the region.
An explosion damaged LuzChile offices in Rio de Janeiro during morning rush hour injuring at least three people. Authorities banned photographers and reporters from the scene, fueling speculation that a dormant Brazilian terrorist group may be involved.
Tony Boyle former United Mine Workers president was reported in satisfactory condition Monday a week after an apparent barbiturate overdose. He was moved from intensive care to a private room under constant nursing care and described as very weak yet not in immediate danger. Threatening calls were reported to his hospital and home. federal proceedings continued for protective custody.
The Democratic quota panel in Baltimore split over changing 1972 74 affirmative action language. Leaders pressed for broad participation by all Democrats while opponents urged removal of targeted underrepresented group references. The committee adopted a compromise phrase supporting participation without explicit minority or gender language amid absences and looming votes by the full commission.
The Supreme Court on Monday formally opened a new term amid anticipation of rulings on President Nixon’s Watergate tapes and potential grand jury action involving Vice President Agnew.
AP report notes two lawsuits seeking $1 million from Pan American World Airways and Braniff International were among the largest ever, filed in a court session marking the start of the 1973-74 term. The session opened with routine ceremonies and the introduction of Robert Bork as new U.S. solicitor general.
Local directors of two air lines reported the threat to police but details were not known, sources said. The threat apparently came about a week ago. A Pan Am official said if security measures had been taken at Breize airport flights were operating normally. Brant could not be reached immediately.
Twenty one Cedar Rapids high school students earned commendations for high scores on the National Merit Scholarship qualifying test. They are among 38 000 nationwide letters of commendation and in the top 1 percent of high school seniors. Notable honorees include students from Jefferson High Ninette Juic Barbara Lodge Vicki Miller Kim Yon Steenhuuse Diane Wilson and others across Kennedy Regis Washington Thune.
Turbulent fighting near Saigon amid Viet Cong offensives, with government officials stating major operations threaten central highlands. President Thien called on civilians to hinder Communist advances and urged allied nations to coordinate to prevent further deterioration. Cambodian fighting also shifts as insurgents destroy a major textile mill near Kompong Cham.
The National Association of Home Builders plans insured warranties for new houses via a Home Warranty Council under NATB. The plan covers structural defects first year and systems in year two, with local councils applying to participate and standards to ensure fair, prompt handling of complaints.
A Johnson County election tribunal convened to consider the legality of the challenge to Bartel’s election as supervisor. Bartel disputes tribunal jurisdiction arguing for court handling and constitutional right to office. Walters, the defeated Republican, alleges Bartel’s felony conviction in Canada bars him from election. The 20 day limit and court reporter delay shaped the first day’s proceedings.
James Gantz of Central City was fined 15 and costs in magistrate court last week for a manner of conveyance charge. He faced counts alleging carrying an assembled gun not in a case in dear Seph.
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