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Newspaper
Argus
Location
Fremont, California, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1971
Page
1
At a New Haven area meeting, trustees approved a 22 vote on a commitment regarding Hevy and Cecar Chiver School before the February 22 election. A heated exchange led to a youth breaking a sign, three police officers arriving, and a crowd pushing toward the aisles as officers attempted to disperse the gathering.
President Nixon agreed to devalue the dollar for the first time since 1934 to win currency concessions. Secretary Connally predicted an early solution to the monetary crisis and said gold price would be adjusted toward $37.80 an ounce, with Congress not the sole driver. The move aims for realignment of exchange rates as Group of Ten ministers meet to discuss broader terms. The plan expects limited domestic price impact while expanding international currency adjustments.
Cloudy conditions with a 30 percent chance of rain today. Showers possible this morning then clearing to fair weather tomorrow. Cooler today with highs around 50s and lows near 40s.
Reports say Lt Governor Reinecke calls for an immediate session of a Republican dominated Reapportionment Commission to draw new nonpartisan districts for the Assembly and Senate, both controlled by Democrats. Also notes McGovern’s Vietnam air war critique and Reagan’s age 15 bill passage.
The White House warned that any Indian conquest of West Pakistan, with or without Soviet support, could strain U.S.-Soviet relations. President Nixon denied plans to cancel the Moscow Summit, stressing the India-Pakistan action and UN veto developments as he returned from the Azores.
Local council districting would require a Feb. 29 election with a Feb. 23 special vote. Candidacy filings run Jan. 13 to Feb. 3 for April council seats while officials debate government form and timing. Officials warn of confusion and urge timely filings to enable passage.
Indian and rebel forces storm outer city defenses as the secessionist government resigns in Dacca. PTI cites Chittagong Harbor ablaze from air and rocket strikes while Pakistan reports 640 Teeran troops killed in Kashmir. India claims reinforcements and estimates 15,000 to 20,000 Pakistanis in Dacca. Protests erupt in Calcutta Bombay and New Delhi.
Newark school trustees voted last night to place two questions on the ballot. A 5 million dollar school building bond and a 6.5 million state loan authorization will go before voters next month. The board aims to better inform the public and encourage turnout, with sessions planned at district schools for public observation.
A Tuesday Jerusalem Post report says a new Middle East war could erupt in Egypt within two weeks as defense circles are prepared. Observers note Anwar Sadat’s year of decision nears its end amid calls for a settlement by negotiation or force.
Dr. Nicholas Toth, public health officer, says abstinence education fails to stop venereal disease. He supports practical prevention including condoms, hygiene after contact, and annual medical checkups for the sexually active. County data show high infection rates among youths 15 to 19, prompting calls for low-cost clinics and broader education.
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