This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 7 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Argus
Location
Fremont, California, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1972
Page
7
Governor Reagan proposes a state system of catastrophic illness and accident coverage to protect middle income Californians, with scrutiny on premium structure and service regulation. Supporters urge action to prevent family bankruptcy from medical costs amid concerns over fairness and potential abuses.
An article critiques a California Supreme Court ruling abolishing the death penalty. It argues the decision defies popular conviction on deterrence and justice, while noting the change reflects evolving social theories more than constitutional wisdom. The piece mentions notable figures like Charles Manson and Sirhan Sirhan reacting to the ruling.
Barry Goldwater argues that bipartisan foreign policy is fraying over Vietnam peace efforts. He recalls 1964 support for Johnson on the Gulf of Tonkin, likens past bipartisan wartime stances to current debates, and critiques Democratic opposition to Nixon’s peace/search for unity. He cites Sen. Muskie and other doves questioning Nixon's approach.
California State Board of Education approves voluntary guidelines for teacher evaluation tying pupil performance standards to judgments of teacher effectiveness. Local districts must create their own systems, while legality and court review will shape accountability and dismissal outcomes under evolving state law.
The inmate press grows in influence as convicts share insights from long terms. Rex Fletcher argues for attitude change through psychology, warning against reliance on mere punishment. A Florida prison writer urges expanded training and tighter staff caseloads to cut recidivism, while noting costs and the need for balanced mercy.
A self conducted poll from mail letters in 17 states shows 200 Republicans and the rest Democrats. It notes Nixon’s loyal base concerns over Red China in the UN and Taiwan, while Ashbrook supporters claim the GOP is weakened by minority governance. Some Democrats may cross over, but most back Nixon, with Ashbrook and Yorty as alternatives.
The article details a new Tet offensive by Hanoi aimed at delaying U.S. withdrawal, undermining Nixon’s reelection, and salvaging Viet Cong infrastructure. It notes limited supplies, planned spectacular attacks, and reliance on public opinion and Congress to sustain the war effort.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.