Ford moves closer to GOP nomination
Kansas City dispatch reports President Ford leading the drive for the Republican nomination at the 31st National Convention. Ford reached the 1130 delegate mark on early tallies as Mississippi and other states pledged support, while Reagan sought to blunt the momentum with rule-change votes and a backroom strategy.
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Fremont Embraces Bingo Under Prop 9 Vote Sarcasm
Fremont finds bingo a sanctioned local gambling outlet amid statewide Prop 9 approval. The game funds churches clubs and veterans groups while authorities once wary now largely silent. Police currently show little concern as Alameda County voters backed the measure.
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Reagan bribe allegations rock Republican convention
Ford supporters accuse two unnamed Reagan workers of offering up to 2500 dollars to sway a Ford delegate at the Kansas City convention. Reagan calls the claims a falsehood and vows no involvement by his campaign. Former Governor Ogilvie says two Illinois delegates faced bribe attempts and says the matter was reported to the U.S. attorney as the FBI opened an inquiry.
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Paramedics plan in Fremont faces funding and staffing clash
Editor notes a series on paramedic proposals in Fremont. Captain Ed Campbell pushes firefighters for a city paramedic program while hospital and county plans stall. Staff had suggested moving control of ambulance funding to Washington Hospital, but Campbell’s stance and local politics blocked progress. The county delays, subsidies to Fremont Ambulance Co. confront calls for broader public programs amid Uncollected accounts costs. Community activist Jan Stillwell backs Campbell, arguing subsidies are too high and urging patient services over private firm payments.
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Newark argues with Fremont over quarry winds and hills
Newark Mayor James Balentine threatens legal action against Fremont over a proposed quarry west of town. Fremont planners back an environmental impact report claiming the unnamed hill is not a significant wind barrier, while Dum barton Gunty Associates has operated the quarry removing up to 750 000 cubic yards annually. Residents fear daily afternoon winds disrupt backyards and barbecues, prompting Newark officials to protest.
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Weather outlook with scattered showers and mild temps
Cloudy conditions with lingering chances of rain across today and tonight. Temperatures hold steady with highs in the mid 60s to mid 70s and overnight lows near 70. Winds from the west to southwest at 10 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 20 percent today and tonight.
Right On to Resume in September At The Argus
The Argus announces the Right On high school youth section will resume publishing in September. Correspons from Mic Don Valley Athletic League schools are needed to report news. Students may contact Sharon LaVerthe at The Argus, 797 5275, today through August 20.
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