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Newspaper
Argus
Location
Fremont, California, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1968
Page
1
Fremont Planning Commission approved in principle agricultural preserves under the Williamson Bill to cap a 10 year tax relief for land kept in agricultural use. Debate focused on minimum preserve size and tax justice versus rent increases and industrial land pressure.
In Sacramento the Senate voted 40 to 0 to adjourn for the year after lengthy debate on Fremont Meadows' general plan. Officials reviewed several plan aspects as commissioners heard from residents and staff. The session stretched seven months with discussions on density design near the Freeway.
Newark teen Mathisen, once seen as a problem student likely dropout, earned a remarkable turnaround and became a serious student eyeing California State College Hayward. He inspired peers to stay in school, excelled academically, and was active in swimming, hydroplane racing, and a work program. Survived by father William, sister Karen, brother Scott, and grandparents Wheelock and Mathisen, funeral 2 p.m. tomorrow at Centerville Presbyterian Fremont followed by burial at Irvington Memorial Cemetery. Friends may visit Fremont Chapel of the Roses after 2 p.m. today.
A damaged OCR fragment from a California Superior Court notice under Order No 314654 in Alameda County. The text references post office filing, subscription details, and audit center marks with illegible placeholders and corrupted words.
A Requiem Mass for Mary L Caldeira 94 a native of Niles who died Saturday in Tay ward convalescent hospital will be offered today at 9 a.m. in St Edward's Church Newark She was a resident of Newark and member of the SPRSI Lodge Council No 58 of Newark She is aunt of several Caldeiras and Perrys living in Newark Irvington and Fremont Burial will be in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery Hayward Funeral arrangements are by Chapel at the Palms Mortuary Fremont Also noted is a requiem mass for Mrs Mary A Amirade 78 of Niles who died in Washington Township Hospital She was Azorean born and member of SPRSU Council of Niles She was wife of August Andrade mother of Rose Drybread Alfred Sal Andrade and the late John Andrade sister of Tony Bragg of Oregon Survived by six grandchildren and two great grandchildren Rosary will be recited tonight at 2 p.m. at Chapel off the Roses Mortuary 140 Peralta Boulevard Fremont Burial will be in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery Hayward
A Fremont poodle named Sinnamon Sinder won the Fremont Dog Training Club show scoring 199 out of 200 as champion of the Yncal dog World. Owners Mr and Mrs Clayton Tom of 636 Rancho Arroyo Parkway Fremont secured the top prize amid a day of judging and junior trophies.
Nixon backers claim 700 delegates ready with 867 needed for victory while Rockefeller backers say Nixon trails by about 180. The piece notes Reagan possible support among Southern delegates, Nixon aims to rally South and Rocky Mountain states, and considers a third or fourth ballot.
The Senate approved a four year 20 million dollar extension of a federal grants program for state research and development in commercial fisheries. The measure awaits House action.
Huey P. Newton supporters gathered on Alameda County Courthouse steps as the Panther founder's murder trial entered its third week. Newton, 26, smiled and flashed a Panther salute upon entry while juror challenges proceeded and defense and prosecution battled seating. The case stems from a street gun fight in which a policeman died and Newton was wounded. The California Supreme Court had rejected an effort to expunge a prior assault conviction from the indictment.
Newark council members debated relief for property tax payers and where department cuts should fall. Lewis argued for returning part of the $79,000 extra tax revenue, while Volonting urged council responsibility for deletions. Clark cited past budget squeezes, uneven revenue, and the need to strengthen reserves rather than cut taxes.
Waves of U S B52s dropped four million pounds of bombs on Central Highlands routes used by Communist forces threatening Saigon. About 50 eight engine jets struck targets in Binh Tong and near Loc Ningh while Viet Cong caches were found near Loc Ning. Navy river patrols now cover Delta waterways from the Cambodian border to the South China Sea with a mobile base operating on the Upper Mekong and Bassac Rivers. The Delta base provides offices, armory, sick bay and living quarters for 21 crewmen, aiding surprise attacks in previously penetrated areas.
Newark's building department will resume weekday service only from Aug. 10. The city council created a Saturday access program in April to help working residents obtain permits for additions and remodeling, but after 15 weeks only a few queries were received. Inspector Joe Gurney notes the main achievement is the proper storage and classification of maps. few visitors came on Saturdays, except a few long-time residents.
Fremont City Council plans a 7:30 p.m. meeting at the Fremont Community Center to adopt a 1968-69 budget of 6.8 million and approve a 16.8 cent tax increase. The measure would set a tax rate of 1.37 per 100 assessed value if approved, with unsettled items including council salaries city manager pay raises and capital needs for parks streets and other services. Provisions earmark 6 cents to retire police building bonds 12.8 cents for police and fire protection and expanded parks and recreation programs.
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