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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1966
Page
9
Cedar Rapids hog prices slipped on Saturday with declines from Friday levels of 22.75 to 23.00 dollars. Sows at 300 pounds dropped to 20.75 to 21.00, while butcher and packer pricing varied by weight and grade with reductions up to 75 cents per 10 pounds for heavier animals.
Tama county juvenile court awarded temporary custody of seven youngest children to Truman and Frie da Blackcloud of Cedar Rapids amid neglect allegations. The two oldest were allowed to stay with parents as case proceeds. nationwide jurisdiction questions raised by defense.
AP dispatch from Chicago and Des Moines shows Friday hog supply rising with 4,500 head plenty for Friday and buyers steady. Cattle receipts near 6,500 with steers uneven as markets adjust, while hogs and sheep pull smaller price shifts across US markets.
Lloyd V. Clausen, 36, of 1607 Fifth Avenue SE, sustained facial injuries in a single vehicle crash in the 1400 block of Fifth Avenue SE around 12:24 a.m. on Saturday. He was treated at Mercy Hospital and released. Clausen reportedly lost control, hitting two parked cars registered to Joseph Ciastko and Herbert J. Kennedy. he was charged with failing to have his vehicle under control.
A barn and machine shed on the Robert Perkins farm six miles northwest of Jesup were destroyed by fire about 6 a.m. The blaze apparently started in the hay in the barn. The machinery in the shed was saved.
In the District Court of Iowa Linn County Ruth H Chisman estate seeks creditors and debtors. On September 8 1966 Jonathan E Ford was appointed administrator of the estate. Creditors must file claims with six months from the second publication to avoid bar.
In Linn County Iowa a notice announces the probate of the will of Bertha H Warren deceased. Warren and Frances Warren Baker are named executors. Creditors must file claims with the district court clerk within six months of the second publication to share in the estate.
Anna Berrier a 71 year old Center Point resident died in a two car crash at the junction of highways 101 and 150 near here. Lou Marquette of Cedar Rapids was driving the other vehicle and suffered a fractured left leg. Violet Cowan of Center Point had a fractured left arm. William Federer of Hawkeye was hospitalized with serious injuries. Both drivers were treated and released from area hospitals. Services for Mrs. Berrier are arranged at Murdoch's funeral home Center Point.
Mrs Raymond Aikens 82 of West Liberty died Friday afternoon in a local nursing home. Born October 15 1883 in Benton county she lived in West Liberty over 50 years. A University of Iowa graduate 1908 she taught high school and was a 50 year PEO member and AAUW member. Survived by son Robert Provo Utah and one grandchild. services Monday at 2 at Snyder funeral home.
London reports British exports to Communist China climbed 50 percent in the first half of 1966 compared with the same period in 1965. The AP notes the rise reflects stronger trade after the earlier year’s levels.
City and union leaders weigh options to resolve a transit standoff as National City Lines considers leasing the Cedar Rapids operation. Mayor Johnson invites a televised discussion, while Bagley questions negotiating on TV and signals possible regional transit authority ideas.
Kenneth Halvorson of East Iowa appeals a $300 fine for hunting with artificial aid. He was convicted Sept. 3 by a district court jury and fined the same day by District Judge E. B. Shaw, with the sentence suspended pending appeal to the Iowa Supreme Court.
Iowa U.S. Senate contenders Jack Miller and E. B. Smith sparred on inflation taxes and Viet Nam in WOI-TV’s first debate. Miller warned of rising inflation and a weak dollar while Smith touted prosperity and blamed Vietnam. They traded on education, agriculture, and Federal Reserve policies with a second KWWL-TV debate planned and a final KVTV session on agriculture and labor.
A quirky sports style item lists stars Shane and Billy Graham alongside Flipper and Dream of Jeannie in a showcase format. The piece hints at playful matchups and a safety theme, with unclear connections between entries and a scattered text flow.
Mrs Ira Semler was stuck in a phone booth on Mt. Vernon road SE when a door jam blocked exit. She phoned Northwestern Bell and police were alerted. Patrolmen Keller and Coates opened the door. her son Jim stood outside, unsure whether to force it.
President Johnson signed a bill creating the San Juan Island National Historical Park in Puget Sound. The action formalizes protection for the site as a new federally designated park.
Bethel Baptist and First Baptist list Sunday worship times with sermons on freedom and divine kingship. Grace Baptist and St. Josephs Catholic publish Mass and service times with multiple daily slots. Christian and Lutheran churches present worship and Sunday school details plus sermon topics. Presbyterian and Reformed churches state service hours and sermon titles, while Seventh Day and United Seventh Day Brethren note Sabbath services. Also listed are anniversary sale at Cockings Yarn Shop and property purchases at 1540 A Avenue with weekend bus boy position ads for Leon’s and Jerry’s Restaurant.
Carl K. Perry, 42, of Montezuma Iowa, was killed when his car left Wisconsin 129 and failed to stop at a dead end intersection of highways 61 35 and 81 near Lancaster Wisconsin. The vehicle skidded and flipped into an embankment.
Dr. G F Clark cites proof that famous Hollywood figures regularly use chiropractic care to maintain health. He links misaligned vertebrae to headaches and fatigue and urges consultations with a Doctor of Chiropractic to restore normal brain impulse flow and gland function. Office at 119 29th St NE 363-1093.
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