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Newspaper
Argus
Location
Fremont, California, United States of America
Date
Feb 29, 1972
Page
5
The piece questions the California court decision outlawing capital punishment, debating long prison terms, deterrence, and delays. It argues that life sentences may still be cruel, notes offenders on Death Row, and discusses retroactivity and constitutional amendments affecting executions and justice delays.
A historical reflection argues that while diphtheria tuberculosis and influenza shaped public health fears, venereal diseases such as gonorrhea and syphilis now threaten society more. It laments moral laxity and diminished disapproval, noting penicillin’s limited impact and ongoing issues from indiscriminate teenage intercourse.
The Cabfornia Supreme Court outlines a need for public input on capital punishment and a constitutional amendment. It argues the issue is of great significance to the state’s voters and requires a ballot measure for final resolution.
Henry J. Taylor analyzes investor psychology and the market’s up and down swings referencing Howard Hughes and Trans World Airlines. He argues prices reflect supply and demand, not intrinsic value, and stresses long term objectives, discipline, and caution against chasing highs or selling in panic.
A bloodless coup in Ecuador ousts Velasco and aims to channel oil riches into national development. The country, population under 6 million, moves toward becoming South America's second largest oil producer, with an expected 300 mile pipeline delivering up to 100,000 barrels daily and annual revenues near 12 million dollars. The military junta vows social justice while facing internal shifts and rising prices across real estate and food.
A university administrator laments dorm life as isolating and undisciplined, arguing for smaller housing, private apartments, or living at home. He cites a California student who fell under a radical peer group, drugs, and dropout, prompting calls to curb colossal dorms and cap enrollments in small-town campuses.
Paul Harvey reports on Al Worden and Apollo 11 era insights noting the third man in the crew and lunar surface activity while exploring human blood disorders that kill about 900 Americans weekly. It discusses cardiovascular deconditioning in space, venous blood flow, and devices to simulate muscle movement to prevent fatal pulmonary emboli.
A listing of U S Senators Alan Ceanstes and John Tunney and Congressmen George P. Miller and Don Edwards with their Washington offices and district notes. Also named are state senators Nicholas C. Parris John W. Helmdal Clarke Bradley and assemblymen Carlos Bes Robert W. Crown March Fong with districts and areas in Alameda County. Callers are advised to address legislators at the State Capitol Sacramento 95814.
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