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Newspaper
Argus
Location
Fremont, California, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1972
Page
6
Rescuers stay through the night on a ledge after a stalled search effort. Scot Cesc, aged 1, is involved in the incident and a search resumed after several hours with authorities testing to locate missing persons.
Five people were aboard a small seaplane that departed Key West for Cuba Sunday, according to the FAA. Cuban authorities confirmed the flight and provided names of two couples, Mr. and Mrs. Strickland of Miami and Mr. and Mrs. Sands of Boston, who reportedly chartered the craft and paid a round fare.
Police shot and killed a sniper in a room at the Bush Hotel in Seattle's central area after the gunman wounded five officers. The suspect, Augustus Jr., was identified by a hotel desk clerk. Officers Sgt. Donald Adame and others were among the wounded. The gun battle began around 6:25 pm when officers McDonald and Sareve heard a shout from a fourth floor window.
Fremont police reported a car pursuit involving cor units assisting Newark officers who captured a cat suspected of theft. The animal was later found to be tied to a separate theft case in Vallejo.
Five teenagers suffered injuries after a two-vehicle collision along a double yellow line. Kathleen O'Brien, 16, of 29676 Court, and San Macho White, 18, of 40777 Robin Way Milpitas, were treated for possible head injuries. Kathleen Calhoun, 18, and Nancy Calhoun, 18, both of 63 Barker & J., and Pamela Rees, 17, of 358 Heath St, were also named as injured.
Pastor Paul Logston aged 66 of San Jose collapsed after delivering a sermon to about 10 congregants. He was rushed to the hospital by ambulance following the incident with no immediate details on his condition.
A renowned Union City heavyweight Golden Gloves champion, Mauro L. Soto, is accused of beating a 2 year old Miabhas man after a verbal altercation late Saturday near a snack bar. The incident left the victim with facial injuries, possible orbital fractures, a concussion, and other wounds.
Tourists in Rome report constant street scenes near the Spanish Steps Trevi Fountain and Colosseum with hustlers, pickpockets and pranksters. Police patrols increase at night as authorities try to deter muggers, water throwing and crowd crowding while vendors press for sales and unwanted advances occur.
Thousands of Catholics paraded through Belfast defying a government ban demanding an end to internment of IRA members and withdrawal of British troops. The rally featured tricolor banners, chants for homecoming of sons, and musical reminders while earlier clashes left a boy wounded.
A Howard Hughes spokesman denied reports that the recluse billionaire would shut down his Nevada empire rather than face a meeting with executives. The board said it would no longer deal with Hughes through representatives while stressing the reorganizing plan for six Hughes hotels and a Reno operation taking 17 percent of Nevada revenue remains likely. The issue is described as highly political with no plan to abandon sobriety goals or reorganization attempts in Nevada.
A government committee warned that air and safety regulations may raise car costs by around 900 dollars by 1976. Emission controls could add about 350 dollars and safety standards about 523 dollars, with industry estimates higher. The report argues benefits include cleaner air and fewer fatalities, while critics like Ralph Nader dispute the figures and implications.
Los Angeles crowds line quiet beaches for the season’s first grunion run. Grunion beaching peaks at Zuma Beach with silvery fish spawning on the wet sands. California Fish and Game warns anglers to buy licenses and stay vigilant, noting grunion runs post full moon after midnight.
A 25 year treaty between India and Bangladesh commits to rapid mutual consultations if either nation faces attack. The key provisions require swift talks to agree on appropriate measures to maintain peace and security for both countries.
A Department of Information report states nearly 13 million persons paid no income taxes in 1970, with 14.49 million earning under 5,000. The document lists a few high earners and notes adjustments excluding tax free interest and long term gains. It urges President Nixon to back tax reform proposals to close loopholes costing about 725 million annually.
Vice President Spiro T. Agnew urged police and the public to back tough measures against crime at a Hilton Hotel event in New York. He attacked radicals as undermining institutions and said he would back strong law enforcement to protect the country, despite critics who label it overreaction.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference candidates courting Illinois voters and a candidate claiming honesty. The text also hints at federal education funding levels and political claims, but lacks clear actions or outcomes. Entities such as Illinois and federal government appear, but specifics are unavailable.
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