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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Oct 12, 1971

Page

2

Linn-Mar Extends Teacher Pay Hike

Linn-Mar school board votes unanimously to continue paying teachers under the 1971-72 contract for another month. Superintendent Kruskop notes system-wide validity if any teacher was paid before Aug 15, the Nixon wage-price freeze. Board delays fixed budgeting proposal, reviews policy updates, and reelects officers with Coles winning the vice president post on a majority vote.

Linn-Mar LeRoy Kruskop Nixon A. H. Coles Coles Paul Kramme Donald Duck

Five Marion Students Get Commendation

Marion High School has received word from the National Merit Scholarship Corp that five students qualified in the spring of 1971 for commendations in the National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. James Clark Judy Grishaber Jill Hunt Laurie Johnson Paula Orcutt are commended among 35,000 in the United States in the upper two percent of prospective 1972 graduates. The test will be given at Marion High on Oct 19.

Marion High School National Merit Scholarship Corp James Clark Judy Grishaber Jill Hunt Laurie Johnson Paula Orcutt United States College Entrance Examination Board Marion High

Hapgood outlines two year city progress and future reforms

Marion Mayor Greg Hapgood lists accomplishments from the past two years including garbage collection changes, subdivision ordinance revisions, city pay classifications, and ongoing expressway information. He also calls for improved inner city roads, storm drainage focus, business revitalization, and possible city government reorganization with voting by the mayor on all issues.

Marion Jaycees Greg Hapgood Hapgood

Rites Thursday for Edith Stewart 86

Edith C. Stewart 86 of Marion died at a nursing home after a year-long illness. Born near Mt. Vernon in 1884, she married William Stewart in 1908 and farmed in Martelle. Survived by four daughters, 15 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren. services Thursday at Linn Grove Presbyterian Church with burial in Linn Grove Cemetery. Memorials may go to Linn Grove church.

Edith C. Stewart Eighth Avenue Marion Stewart Mt. Vernon William Stewart Martelle Linn Grove Cedar Rapids Fred Allen John Thorpe New Windsor Ill Kathleen Jensen Linn Grove Presbyterian Church Harold P. Martin Linn Grove Cemetery Baxter Memorial Chapel

Marion Jaycees Warn of Toy Drive Imposter

Marion Jaycees warn merchants about a man posing as a Jaycees member soliciting for discarded toys. They urge verification via the Chamber of Commerce office. A toy repair project, sponsored annually, begins in late October or early November. Hospitalized Mrs. George Shultz of 1330 McGowan Boulevard is a Mercy Hospital patient. Visitors permitted. Also notes include fashion boots and local ads.

Jaycees Marion Jaycees Chamber of Commerce George Shultz McGowan_boulevard Mercy Hospital

Marion to host Second Congressional district meeting of Iowa League

Marion mayor Gregory O Hapgood announced the Iowa League of Municipalities will hold a Second Congressional district meeting for mayors and council members on November 10 at First Presbyterian Church Marion with Robert Hays reviewing the league's legislative program. A second session is set for December 29 in Marion.

Cities League Marion Iowa League of Municipalities Gregory O. Hapgood League Robert Hays First Presbyterian Church City Hall Eighth Avenue Eleventh Twelfth Streets

Monona Woman Hurt in Crash Near Castalia

Marlis Rewoldt, 23, of Monona, was injured in a one car crash 3 miles southeast of Castalia on a county gravel road. She suffered a broken back and facial cuts and was moved from Postville to St. Mary's Rochester. Passenger Eugene Rubendall, 16, of rural Postville, had facial cuts. Rewoldt was charged with failure to have control.

Decorah Marlis Rewoldt Monona Postville

Three Juveniles Arrested for Larceny in Iowa County

IOWA CITY three juveniles were arrested after an afternoon incident near a farm southeast of Tiffin. They pretended car trouble, lifted a car hood, and allegedly stole two radiators. Officers seized merchandise and turned suspects over to juvenile authorities.

Iowa City Johnson County Tiffin

County Probe Reports Go To New Jury

The fourth Iowa City grand jury has received a report on the 10 month probe into county purchasing practices that led to indictments against eight persons last May. Asst Atty Gen Bennett Cullison delivered the report as it convened. Judge Harold Vietor had ruled the indictments invalid and ordered the matter to the new grand jury. The state plans to seek the Iowa supreme court ruling on the invalidation.

Edgar Smith New Jersey George Kugler Philadelphia Smith Mahwah N.J U.S John Gibbons Trenton Iowa City Bennett Cullison Harold Vietor Cedar Rapids Cullison Iowa Supreme Court Victor Grand Jury

Eight could face new indictments if jurors decide

Passage notes that prosecutors may seek additional indictments against eight individuals if jurors choose to pursue that path. The context suggests a continuing legal process with potential charges to follow based on juror decisions and evidence gathered.

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State Land Rehabilitation Board Sees Two New Appointments

Des Moines Gov. Ray named Marvin J. Nelson 61 of Cedar Rapids to a three year term on the state land rehabilitation advisory board. Nelson leads the Concrete Materials division at Martin-Marietta and the board advises on land rehabilitation and conservation. Also named was Dolph Pulliam 25 of West Des Moines to a six year term on the state social services advisory board succeeding David Albert. Pulliam is a sportscaster for KRNT in Des Moines.

Des Moines Marvin J. Nelson Cedar Rapids Robert Ray State Land Rehabilitation Advisory Board Nelson Martin-Marietta State Department of Mines and Minerals David Albert Sioux City Pulliam KRNT

Primary Election in Marion Iowa October 19 1971

Notice of a Marion Iowa primary election to be held October 19 1971 from 7 am to 8 pm with ballots for mayor and council positions including Chester Bullis Richard Carsner Jr Gregory Hapgood and others. Also probate notice appointing Geraldine Bowen administrator of Bruce Lawson Bowen estate with filing deadlines and contact details.

Marion Linn County Iowa Chester R, Bullis Richard C, Carsner Jr Gregory O. Hapgood Geraldine L. Bowen Ames

Transfer of Liquid Transport Certificate in Iowa

Lee Burris and Bernard Jacobs dba Burris Jacobs Bradgate Iowa transferer and L B Transport Inc Bradgate Iowa transferee file joint application for commission approval of transfer of LC 49 authorizing operations as liquid transport carrier between all points in Iowa. Public hearing set for November 2 1971 at 10:00 am in Des Moines Iowa.

Lee Burris Bernard Jacobs Dba Burris & Jacobs Bradgate Iowa Transferer L. B. Transport, Inc Commission Valley Bank 4Th and Walnut Des Moines Iowa State Commerce Commission Maurice van Nostrand Dick A. Witt Howard Bell Dean A. Briley

Real Estate Auction in Cedar Rapids on October 19 1971

Special execution levies on Lot 273 Cedar Hills Cedar Rapids in Linn County Iowa to satisfy a Federal National Mortgage Association judgment of 16776.89 plus 7 percent interest and costs. The sheriff invites bids in cash at 9:00 a.m. outside the courthouse on October 19 1971 with attendance. Donald T. Hines attorney appears in the case.

District Court Linn County Iowa Federal National Mortgage Association Anthony F. Gallo Ir. Et al Cedar Hillseen Cedar Rapids Court House Walter H. Grant David R. Webster

Appointment of Harriett J. Denny as Administrator

Notice to creditors in the estate of Carl Denny deceased in Linn County Iowa. Harriett J. Denny named administrator on September 17 1971. Creditors must file claims with the district court clerk or be barred. payment requested. Second publication October 12 1971. Attorney David L. Marner Nazette Bromwell Hendrickson Marner Humphreys. Springville Iowa.

District Court State of Iowa Linn County Bruce Lawson Bowen Carl Denny Carl Harriett J. Denny Springville David L. Marner Nazette Hendrickson Marner Humphreys Cedar Rapids

Probate of WIl of Appointment of Executor Notice

Notice of probate for the estate of M D Snapp deceased. Phyllis Snapp appointed executor after the will dated January 30 1963 was admitted to probate September 30 1971 in Cedar Rapids Iowa. Creditors must file claims within six months from second publication or be barred. action to set aside must be within one year from second publication. Attorneys for executor: Silliman Gray and Stapleton. Publication date October 12 1971.

District Court State of Iowa Linn County M. D. Snapp Phyllis Snapp Cedar Rapids Silliman, Gray and Stapleton Nanna M. Nelson Guaranty Bank and Trust Company Shuttleworth and Ingersoll Woodrow P. Thompson Peoples Bank and Trust Company Josephine Ghompson Seco Josephine E. Thompson David E. Weichman Newhall Blanche J. Rogers Pearing Maxine Stodola Ceaar Rapids

Iowa hearing on diffuser pipe thermal pollution permit

The Iowa Water Pollution Control Commission will hold a public hearing on November 2, 1971 at 9 00 A M in the Armory Building Des Moines to decide on a permit for Iowa Illinois Gas and Electric Co and Commonwealth Edison to use a diffuser pipe in the Mississippi River at Cordova Illinois. The issue is whether releasing heated waters into the river pollutes Iowa waters. Applicants plans and data are on file at the Environmental Engineering Division Iowa State Department of Health 3rd floor Lucas Building Des Moines available 8 00 A M to 4 30 P M Monday through Friday for inspection. Written statements should be submitted at least one week prior to the hearing with twelve copies requested. Verbal comments and written statements limited to thermal pollution.

Iowa Water Pollution Control Commission Armory Building East Isl Des Moines Street Des Moines Polk County Iowa Iowa-Illinois Gas _ and Electric Co Commonwealth Edison Mississippi River Cordova Illinois State of Environmental Engineering Division Iowa State Department of Health Lucas Building

Probate Notice of Nanna M Nelson Estate Executor Named

Probate No 3733 for Nanna M Nelson deceased dated August 19 1967 admitted to probate Guaranty Bank and Trust Company appointed executor One year from second publication barred Claims must be filed by the estate Dated September 30 1971 Second publication October 12 1971 by Shuttleworth and Ingersoll

Notice of Probate for J Amity Blakey Sr Deceased

Probate no 37326 in Mace Pe Sule at TM matter shows J Amity Blakey Sr deceased. Lottie Blakey appointed executor of estate. Creditors must file claims by September 30 1971 or be barred. Court notice issued in Cedar Rapids Iowa with law firm Barnes Wadsworth Elderkin Locher Pirnie.

Dissolution Petition Filed in Iowa Marriage Case 1971

In district court of Iowa a petition by Dorcas Aline Van Alst seeks dissolution of marriage from Alva Eugene Van Alst. It requests temporary and permanent support for Dorcas and minor children, custody, property disposition, attorney fees, and suit money. Respondent urged to appear by October 25, 1971 in Cedar Rapids. Attorneys for petitioner are Simmons Perrine Albright Ellwood Cedar Rapids.

District Court of Iowa Linn County Dorcas Aline van Alst Alva Eugene van Alst Cedar Rapids Simmons, Perrine, Albright & Ellwood Merchants National Bank James E. Shipman

Notice of Probate of Will and Appointment of Executors

Probate of Woodrow P Thompson's will dated October 2 1961 was admitted. Peoples Bank and Trust Company and Josephine Ghompson were appointed executors. Creditors must file claims with the district clerk within six months from this notice. David E Weichman attorney for executors, Newhall Iowa.

Notice of Municipal Court suit Pattens vs Swab in Cedar Rapids

The Municipal Court of Cedar Rapids Iowa files a petition by George D Patten against Marie T Swab for 568.30 dollars plus interest and costs from an October 25 1970 car accident at Arlans Department Store Cedar Rapids. Swab urged to appear by November 30 1971 or judgment will be rendered. Attorney Simmons Perrine Albright Ellw represents plaintiff.

Municipal Court of the Geean Rapids Jnn Nty Iowa George D. Patten Marie T. Swab G’’ Avenue Cedar Rapids Municipal Court of Linn County Arlan’s First Avenue Municipal Court First Avenue Bridge Simmons, Perrine, Albright & Ellw Merchants National Bank James E. Shipman

Dissolution of Marriage Petition in Iowa Court

Regina M McCormick petitions for dissolution of marriage from Spencer C McCormick in Linn County Iowa. The petition seeks temporary and permanent child support custody alimony and property disposition and waives conciliation. A hearing is set for November 29 1971 at 10 00 A M in Cedar Rapids Court House.

District Court OF Iowa Linn County Regina M. McCormick Spencer C. McCormick The District Court of Iowa Fourt Cedar Rapids Linn County Court House Donald D. Holmes Granby

Robins and Urbana Council Meeting Notes 1971

Robins and Urbana minutes record October meetings with mayoral actions. Streets, water line issues, nuisance abatement at 181 Main Street, gas service debate, building and long-range planning, and budgetary approvals dominate.

Sale of late Joseph Coufal home in Swisher Iowa

Executor's report of sale for a newer 3 bedroom home with full basement and large lot at 25600 dollars. Hearing to be held at the Courthouse in Iowa City at 10 a m on October 18 1971. Interested parties may bid higher at hearing or by writing to the executor SWISHER TRUST SAVINGS BANK Executor of the Estate of Joseph C Coufal

Joseph C. Coufal Swisher Iowa Iowa City Swisher Trust & Savings Ank

Sheriff's Sale Notice in Cedar Rapids Iowa

Notice directed from the Clerk of Court on September 21 1971 against Robert S Dicks et al for 18484 00 with 82 percent interest and 38 00 costs. Property Lot 92 except West One foot thereof Rolling Green Unit 11 Cedar Rapids Iowa. Sale at 9 15 a m. attendance requested. Walter H Grant Lt David R Webster

District Court Linn County Iowa Federal National Mortgage Association Robert S. Dicks West Rolling Green Cedar Rapids A. D Court House Walter H. Grant David R. Webster

Notice of Probate of Will and Codicils in Iowa Estate

Probate in court for Blanche J. Rogers estate opened with will dated January 5 1950 and codicil March 11 1963. Maxine Stodola named executor. creditors urged to file claims by publication date under Iowa law. Donald D. Holmes attorney for executor.

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