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Newspaper
Argus
Location
Fremont, California, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1971
Page
2
A humorous reflection on gifts of shirts and ties from a spouse and the social stares that follow. The narrator clings to white shirts and narrow ties, recalls moments from work and life, and notes plans to wear or discard items while asserting loyalty to old favorites. The piece ends with a bumper sticker moment seen on a car.
The New Year will be greeted with watchnight services at several area churches. The Newark Assembly of God hosts a 9 30 p m service with Rev Kenneth Hay ad of radio program Peace for Today as guest speaker. Fremont Christian Church to hold New Year’s Eve pot luck and a watchnight service follows. Alder Avenue Baptist Church schedules a 9 30 p m to midnight watchnight. Our Savior Lutheran plans a special Bible hour on New Year’s Eve, and Our Lady of the Rosary offers multiple Masses New Year’s Day at 6 00 am and 9 00 am Spanish service. No penance services tomorrow.
Governor Ronald Reagan denounced the Democrat controlled legislature for drawing oddly shaped districts aimed at preserving power. He cited overlapping boundaries and precinct lines that mix populations and party registration, urging a fair recount by a bipartisan commission or court action, with next steps expected in early session.
Democratic Caucus Chairman Mervyn Dymally denounced Governor Reagan for vetoing congressional reapportionment plans, saying the veto sets a dangerous precedent and interferes with state legislative duties. Lt. Gov. Ed Reinecke praised the action as a restraint on decades of attempts to lock in incumbents.
Newark High School student Glenn Carroll 19 plans a March bond vote effort to sway teen turnout. The bond and state loan measures totaling 4 million fell short of two thirds by 2 percent. Carroll notes up to half of 60 seniors may vote, hoping student support pushes passage.
Newark High School has received a National Humanities Seeds Grant to train teachers and update curriculum development in the humanities. Superintendent Dr. M Donald Thoms says five teachers will attend three summers of humanities workshops with consultant support for curriculum improvement. Other grant recipients include Great Neck Public Schools Ossining High School St George's School and LeBreuen t Nee School Cambridge.
Fremont sources report a walkout threat that could affect eight Bay Area hospitals. Union seeks a 2 percent pay hike aligned with prevailing rates in the region. Hospital leaders say they will align with the Bay Area hospital association once settlements occur and solicit input from hospital groups.
Ohlone announces Monday evening signups with options for high school and college transcript assistance. Courseling appointments for evening and Saturday programs can be made by contacting 67-2100 ext. 77.
A creative writing class is set for January 10 at Fremont. The event notes a night session from 7 to 10 p.m. in Room 4 at Westington High.
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