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Newspaper
Argus
Location
Fremont, California, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1972
Page
1
Partly cloudy through tomorrow with a chance of rain this afternoon and again tomorrow morning. Highs in the 80s, cooler days ahead. Tonight's low near 40s. Rain chances 3 percent today and 50 percent tonight. Yesterday in Fremont the high reached 68 and the low 48.
The Federal Environmental Protection Agency warns about smog in Livermore-Amador Valley and suggests curbing population growth. Fremont growth debate unfolds as Planning Commissioner Carolyn Tissel urges restraint.
A San Quentin mother mourns as the California Supreme Court strikes down capital punishment and Gov. Reagan condemns the ruling while promising a rehearing. Warden Nelson doubts abolition, attorney McKissack discusses Sirhan Sirhan, and UC regents vote to table higher fees for medical and dental students amid a liberal conservative split.
The government unveils a $200,000 nationwide advertising campaign against excessive drinking, endorsed by the liquor industry. Also in brief, Sen. Fagieton accuses the EPA of emasculating the 1970 clean air law, and Peace Corps volunteers face unpaid status due to funding delays. A bomb damages the Minnesota State Office Building injuring at least six.
Peking Radio sharply criticizes President Nixon for his foreign policy in a broadcast that frames upcoming talks with Chinese leaders during his historic visit next week. The report appears on page 5.
Investigators find high alkaline levels in Vallecitos Creek drainage joining Alameda Creek and a turnout in the South Bay Aqueduct may have sparked the fish kill. Lead concentrations in Sunol area samples raise concern, with college researchers planning further testing. Authorities plan to analyze about 70 samples from Alameda County Water District sites as the probe continues.
The California Supreme Court ruled the death penalty unconstitutional under state law in a 6 1 decision, converting all death sentences to life terms. The decision cited cruelty and dehumanization, impacting inmates including Sirhan Sirhan and Charles Manson. Angela Davis bail issues and ongoing U.S. Supreme Court questions noted. A separate robbery report from Claremont, North Carolina, described a bandit using a watergun to steal $3,000 from a savings and loan office.
Fremont Newark Community College District trustees, after hearing a grim five year forecast, opt to postpone a tax election this year. They contemplate a 1973 vote to raise taxes, with options for 18, 22, or 28 cent increases over four or five years to cover a projected deficit of about 4.3 million by 1977.
In Fremont a conversation about a tall TV antenna reveals how such a perch invites large family gatherings and casual chatter. The remark highlights local attitudes toward unconventional home features and neighborly small talk in the community.
Assemblyman Carlos Bee plans a legislative probe if the State Public Utilities Commission fails to pressure Citizens Utilities to improve water service in Niles Decoto and Tamarack Knolls. He warns of a hearing with commission officials subpoenaed and will consult the legislature’s counsel on options.
Melvin Belli to represent George Roeding Jr. in a $1 million suit over ownership of trees at the California Nursery in Niles. Alameda County judge set March 15 jury trial. foundation and Singer Housing seek quick judgment to speed development. Roeding alleges ownership of all nursery stock and seeks damages and a one year injunction.
Informant sources say President Nixon will meet Communist Party Chairman Mao Tse-tung in China next week to start high level talks. The chairman will not be at Pu- ing airport for the greeting.
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