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Newspaper
Argus
Location
Fremont, California, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1971
Page
5
President Nixon called the Laos operation neither a clear victory nor a failure and said South Vietnamese forces gained morale despite losses. He argued the mission disrupted Communist materiel flow, stressed coverage differed from reality, and warned against a premature withdrawal that could jeopardize Southeast Asia negotiations.
Communist commandos penetrated the U S Khe Sanh base early Tuesday blowing up several American helicopters and killing at least one GI. Twenty North Vietnamese attackers were killed by guards and one captured. The assault followed eight days of artillery and rocket barrages against the former U S Marine base near the Laos operation.
Obituaries report multiple Fremont and Union City deaths with services and interment details. Gertrude D Zimmermann dies in Fremont aged six with a Rose Hills Whit tier interment and family survivors. John Luna to have general services in Union City. Ellwood A Stevens Sr dies in Medford and Fremont arrangements noted. Paul W Callingham obituary lists family links and burial. Local funeral homes coordinating services in Fremont and surrounding towns.
A -year old boy was injured when he darted into Delaware Drive and was hit by a car near Sumpter Avenue at 5:05 pm. Mark P. Hartley 3819 Delaware listed in fair condition at Washington Hospital with possible head injury. Driver Douglas K. Hollenshead 18 of 690 Franklin St. Fremont swerved to avoid the boy but could not. No citations issued.
City managers investigate a paint error that led to all trees being painted white instead of only those slated for removal. Officials say replacements will be required, with plans to select trees suitable to locations and avoid palm varieties due to pest issues. blame falls on contractor instructions and internal communication gaps.
A committee led by a company urged restraint on trash fees proposing 1.80, 2.00, and 2.20 per cubic yard increases to 1972 and 1973. The panel said rates are unduly high and sought input from Washington Township Industries and chambers of commerce. They may pursue counter proposals or seek alternate providers.
Two day old girl born as mother Mrs Robert Range 26 dies in a crash on Illinois 46 Saturday night. Husband and two other sons survive. infant listed in good condition at St Marys Hospital. Car reportedly overturned several times though details unclear. Third son in intensive care at Blessing Hospital serious.
Fremont police face staffing strain with eight unfirmed patrolmen on midnight shifts and multiple resignations to other agencies. Officials anticipate filling new positions by May as experienced officers leave for better opportunities.
Fremont council set to hear Boise Cascade housing plan for 650 units on 420 acre parcel near Paseo Padre Parkway and Warren Ave with park dedication for equestrians. also an appeal by Red Cross against housing repeatedly rejected for a residential site. The agenda includes zoning changes, a public hearing on Walter Kagsuba development, traffic light concerns, flood control priorities, and a general plan amendment request for higher density.
Calm discussion prevailed at a Fremont Newark Community College District meeting with about 50 or so attendees, mostly Chicanos. Raul Rodriguez urged a joint Chicano committee to guide future Ohlone College initiatives while Bart Stillman pressed for faculty input to fund Chicano programs. Dr. Neil McCallum said recruitment from area high schools would continue. A lone attendee, Al Francis, questioned his invitation and status. The committee of Trusteesohn Costello Richard Seeba and Kenneth Poster will report to district trustees on April 18.
Elvis Presley, once hospitalized in Nashville for an inflamed right eye, returned to his Grahire Island mansion in Memphis to rest. Vernon Presley, the entertainer’s father, said doctors expect a full recovery with rest and medicine, though the cause of the eye inflammation was not disclosed.
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