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Newspaper
Argus
Location
Fremont, California, United States of America
Date
Nov 04, 1976
Page
9
In Washington, Harold Searyer, the Republican challenger, defeated Democrat Richard Vander Veen in the special election called after Ford became vice president. Vander Veen carried 16,707 votes to Searyer’s 11,597 in the Grand Rapids area, returning the seat to the GOP after Ford’s resignation.
Shamnar Abraham, ex Newark City Councilman, faces grand theft charges over 1682 in checks from his liquor store. Public defender Sheila Dale was appointed after Attorney JSotn Martin asked to be relieved for nonpayment. A jury trial is set for November 17 following a reduced charge at a October 13 preliminary hearing.
Sarah Carter, running as a Democrat, defeated James Bridgeman and Charles Cathcart with 226 votes to 60 and 115 respectively, becoming the second woman sheriff in Nevada after Clara Dunham Crowell. Voters indicated support for a change in law enforcement leadership and Carter will succeed Bridgeman as Kismatralda County Sheriff.
An auction of Oriental treasures from Pearl S Buck estate and two wealthy collectors drew about $250000. New York Seattle Montreal buyers purchased Sung dynasty pottery Tang Han figures Ming porcelain and rare carvings. About 40 Buck items sold to international bidders amid claims of fakes and forgery.
Bank of America announces guidelines to remove boycott language from letters of credit and documentary collections in line with California Anti-Boycott statute. President A W Clausen says bank never knowingly discriminates and notes acceptance of sovereign state sanctions such as those against Cuba and actions by Arab states toward Israel.
Sarah Carter won the Esmeralda County sheriff race Tuesday, defeating James Bridgeman and Harrison to become the second woman sheriff in Nevada history. Carter, a Democrat, led with 235 votes to Cathcart’s 165 and Harrison’s 8, replacing James Bridgeman. Dunham Crowell had succeeded her husband George Lander County Sheriff in 1919.
Carter declares victory signals national unity as he outlines coalition gains across the nation from the Carolinas to Texas, while Ford loses key states. Democrats extend Senate control and retain a large House majority, amid a high turnover among senators and renewed party power. Carter returns to Plains to a tense, emotional welcome from supporters.
In Hayward the Union Sanitary District won bonds approval for a super sewer linking Livermore Amador Valley to the Bay cleanup, with Bruce noting public backing while warning growth controls could follow if bonds fail. Federal ties threaten permits for nonparticipants, and bureaucratic hurdles remain before construction begins next year. Ray Taylor of Fremont and opponents argue recycling sewage could be preferable to the super sewer despite public support.
Two South Korean soldiers seized a seventh floor hotel room at the Central Hotel and freed about a dozen hostages before killing themselves with hand grenades. Police said all hostages remained unharmed, with reports naming one Japanese and three Filipinos among them. The two soldiers were identified as Sgt. Lee Jong-in and Pvt. Choi Chiyung.
During a bitter campaign Cesar Chavez and the United Farm Workers faced growers and agribusiness as Prop. 14 failed by nearly two million votes. Farmers argued the rule allowing entry to farms without owners consent violates private property rights. Farm Bureau Federation President Fred Hernger noted the debate reflects a broader erosion of property rights over the past decade, linking bike trails hiking trails and coast protections to the issue. He predicted a pause to see what the state board does.
Keller edged past rival candidates in a campus board race amid debate over security lighting maintenance and vocational programs. Helm praised turnout and urged vigilance on campus safety while noting potential for future bids. Keller pledged focus on job placement, program evaluation, and active campus engagement through his term, succeeding the late Hochler.
President Carter may confront a major battle with eight Democratic lawmakers over health reform. He resists a government run system and signals support for a private sector role, including private insurers, while backing some liberal labor and public health groups. The dispute centers on how much control the state should have.
The election increases women in the Assembly and Senate. Carol Hallett Marilyn Ryan and Maxine Waters win seats while an assemblywoman retires. The Senate gains a new majority on the Rules Committee. Democrats maintain a slim edge overall and gain seats but fall short of two thirds.
Rep Talcott, a four year Washington veteran, falls to Panetta by about 13 000 votes. Corman defeats Republican Erwin Hogan as Talcott’s bid falters. Returns show Panetta strong in Santa Cruz and San Luis Obispo counties while Monterey and San Bernardino swing closer. Panetta had left the Nixon era Civil Rights post amid policy disputes with the White House.
Hayakawa loses a squeaker and Maddox trails in California as Carter campaigns three cities. Ford skips final week visits while relying on Orange and San Diego bases. California’s voting history shows a Nixon edge in 1960 by under 36,000, amid Tunney and anti establishment tones in the GOP.
Pickinpaugh secured the hospital board seat amid a crowded race. Avila credited volunteer support and a victory party with a turnout of about 175 people, noting campaign costs slightly over one thousand dollars for flyers mailers and placards. Barnett lamented limited face to face contact and vowed a tighter, more personal approach next time. Farnelt cited business travel as hindering his campaign and acknowledged the expense of campaigning.
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