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Newspaper
Argus
Location
Fremont, California, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1972
Page
1
Lawmakers cite a looming fiscal cliff as Nixon discloses a large budget deficit for the coming year. The Texas Democrat Mahon says federal debt could reach levels unseen since World War II, as supporters argue for disciplined spending amid rising deficits and tax policy concerns.
Party cloudy conditions persist with an 80 percent chance of rain today. Winds shift from west to southwest at a modest speed. Yesterday’s Fre mont high reached a and a low of 43.
New Haven area school district trustees will open bids tonight for Cesar Chavez Junior High School. Any decision on awarding bids likely delayed up to ten days for county counsel review and document preparation. Also tonight Newark Planning Commission will consider two controversial housing projects. Fremont seeks state support for a new residential project.
In Nevada City Clarence Otis Smith, a 44 year old ex garbage collector, faces trial for fatally slashing two campers in the Sierra foothills. A separate San Francisco incident sees a young man wounded two police officers. market declines mark a sharp two month setback amid profit taking. State Water Resources Board chairman in Honolulu questioned for bribery says he is not familiar with the accusation and will not comment pending legal guidance.
A Consumer Federation of America report found Massachusetts congressman George Miller missed seven of eight consumer related votes in 1971. The piece notes the sources and page references for the statements. Gloria Steinem is quoted criticizing President Nixon with a Napoleonic comparison. The FTC accuses four cereal makers of monopolistic pricing and exclusionary practices.
The Soviet news agency Tasa reports official recognition of the new state of Bangladesh by the Soviet Union. Page 10.
Senator Randolph Collier unveiled a 47 billion plan to replace the sales tax with a gross receipts levy and shift most school funding to the state. The proposal would abolish most property taxes for schools, merge districts, raise state support by about 800 million yearly, and tax business property at 2 per 100 of assessed value, but faces doubt in the legislature amid a recent state court ruling on school finance.
Gov Reagan demanded Mulligan’s resignation over alleged outside activities and a possible $20,000 bribe offer to Honolulu official Jack Teehan. Mulligan claimed no familiarity with the accusations and hired an attorney while a four year term to 1973 limits the governor’s firing power.
USD studies two regional sewage options merging Bay Area plants. A Newark subregional plant would pipe treated wastes north of Dumbarton Bridge to an East Bay outfall west of the Oakland Airport. The plan could cost USD about 7.6 million more than discharging near the Dumbarton Bridge.
A Japanese World War II army sergeant identified as Shokidt Yokoi, 56, was captured in Guam after twenty years as a fugitive from the island. He survived on fish and roots, reportedly surprised while setting fish traps near a river. He was taken to a police station in Agana, Guam, and his wife Hanako Yokoi said they had learned he had been fed somewhere in the Pacific.
Fremont residents Da vid Friend and Rolin Cunningham discuss city growth and housing. Friend cites experience on recreation and human relations commissions and warns against density risks and loss of open space. Cunningham, a former councilman, hesitates to run again, citing time while noting interest in the race and potential support.
In Fremont, Ohlone College students and locals rally after Clifford Wright, a leukemia patient, triggers calls for blood donations. A blood mobile is promised within two weeks, a trust fund may be created, and fundraising events are planned as cash gifts roll in.
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