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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 04, 1969
Page
5
NEW YORK AP A rally started late Thursday but stalled in modest trading Friday causing a mixed close. The Dow Jones average rose briefly but finished near unchanged as profit taking and portfolio lightening pulled some shares down. Volume reached roughly 14 million shares versus Thursday's 14.5 million.
Chicago livestock quotes show a broad price range this week for hogs and sheep. Hogs range from 22.50 to 31.50 per cwt with various weight classes, while sheep and lambs command strong bids in the 25 to 28 dollar area for spring lambs and prime grades.
Cedar Rapids hog prices held firm with Friday’s ranges for bulk country and plant delivered butchers 25.75 to 26.25 per cwt based on weight and condition. Packers and weight grades showed typical discounts. Cattle and sheep values listed, plus poultry and grain prices, reflect a mixed commodity market snapshot.
Two University of Iowa professors sparked a furor in a Des Moines committee discussing a new public employees' collective bargaining law. They urged creating a state agency to administer it, arguing uniform administration and long term cost savings, while opponents warned of high setup costs and legislative resistance.
Duane Goebel, 18, of Marrowville Kansas, was charged with failure to have his vehicle under control after a crash two miles west of Independence Friday. His car rear ended a vehicle driven by Larry Pil, 28, of Independence. Pil and his wife Carol were treated and released at Independence hospital. Passengers in Goebel’s car, including his father Eri, 64, and Frank Caltisan and his wife, Clara, were treated and released.
Los Angeles based AP report notes 46 congressmen including 44 Democrats and 2 Republicans urge federal Judge Jesse Curtis to block a proposed consent decree settling an anti trust case against General Motors Ford Chrysler and American Motors. They argue the settlement would hinder private suits and discovery, and fear it would curb disclosure of production know how and limit record keeping. A hearing is set for Oct 28.
In Saigon General Earle Wheeler, chairman of the joint chiefs, arrived Saturday and said a new round of fighting is likely as South Vietnamese forces assume more combat action. He noted past cycles of high and low phases and expected the Communist spring campaign, while not predicting a fixed date. Wheeler is touring with General Creighton Abrams and will meet U.S. officials and examine field progress.
Merkin Kiwanis installed officers Saturday night with Rev Loyd C Kellams presiding from Washington IA as lieutenant governor of division 2. Other officers include Merrill Smith as president elect Jeck Parmenter first vice president Lawrence B Sprackle second vice president Tred Wade treasurer Eugene Feye secretary. Also reported a car fire at Sixth Avenue with damage to battery wiring, driver Lillian Blough and ownership by Delores Bloughy of Waterloo. Returns home for Mrs Harald E Kenny Jolt to Anchorage after two weeks with her father Dr R E Leidigh. Church services listed for Bethel Baptist First Baptist Grace Baptist St Josephs Catholic Ascension Lutheran Lutheran Church of the Resurrection St Pauls Lutheran First United Methodist Traile Chapel United Methodist First Presbyterian Reformed Presbyterian Church of God United Seventh Day Brethren details given for worship and Sunday school times. Full-time saleswoman position noted for Boston Love advertise.
Madford Oregon shoppers and merchants hailed the city council action to remove 80 parking meters, lifting all curb time limits to spur trade in the 24 000 population town. Officials said the move aims to reduce congestion and boost business activity.
The Rev Robert Hseh and his wife mourn the theft of 130 photographs of their son Frank Billeg who died in Vietnam in March 1965. A stereo, camera, and projector given by their son were also stolen from their home during Thursday night church services. The couple expressed that if the pictures were returned, there would be no questions. they believe the thief did not understand their value.
Decorah area crash report states 14 year old Leland Kamer of Shelton escaped injury when his car veered on Logust blacktop, rolled onto a bridge becoming a total loss. Winneshiek County deputies charged him with failure to have his vehicle under control after the 8:40 p.m. Friday incident.
SHENANDOAH AP two people died early Saturday in a Norfolk and Western freight collision at a crossing 14 miles east of here. Ethel Fark 43 of Glenwood and Clarence Verison 20 of Carina were killed. Barbara Jugrson 19 Conrad S Butts 50 Willis Park's husband injured. Engineer William Galbraith of Springfield Mo. said signals were working. Debris blocked traffic as investigation continues.
An extradition hearing is set for Oct 15 in Yerington Nevada for Glen Lucas of Reno charged as an accessory in the slaying of two Wyoming men. Four others, including David Goldsmith of Davenport, face charges. bodies of Sineker and Olinger were found in a Nevada desert two years ago. Gov. Ray has not ruled on Goldsmith’s extradition.
In Polk County district court a defense motion asks the court to declare no jurisdiction and dismiss a suit by Turner challenging Gov. Ray's use of a veto in a highway commission money bill. The action contests the governor's veto power over specific line items. A hearing is set for November 14.
Proceedings in the district court of Iowa Cedar Rapids concern the probate of wills and appointments of executors for estates including Minnie Jewista and Clask Deceased. Public notices name heirs creditors and claim deadlines, with second publication dates and required filings at the clerk of court.
OMWWEIN Onlwein residents will vote November 4 on four year terms for city councilmen. In a special meeting Friday the council accepted all petitions with signatures calling for such an election. The office of mayor would not be included if approved, the four year terms will begin in 171 with three of the six council members terms.
Five people were injured in a three car collision near Waukon on Friday. Helen Ward of Waukon was in fair condition at Waukon hospital, while two other occupants named as Mary Kinn and Frederick Locsen faced treatment after the crash.
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