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Newspaper
Argus
Location
Fremont, California, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1971
Page
1
A historic fluoridation dispute in Washington Township resurges as a vote looms this Tuesday. The article outlines both sides, naming groups from the John Birch Society to Nobel laureates while noting scientific uncertainties and past endorsements by the Public Health Service.
Dante Reptilieus, five, of Newark, bashfully peered from a prehistoric reptile costume at the Newark Square Shopping Center parade. The outfit won top honors in the preschool division while Mickey Vega claimed the 58 year old category, Ted Nelta won the best year old prize, and John and Raeleen Lewis took the group award.
Newark council delays voting on a proposed topless and bottomless club ban pending a formal city ordinance. Councilman Ellis Baker backed by Mayor Lewis seeks a preliminary draft, while Councilman Kincaid asks for more study. James Balentine is absent. City Manager Turnlund cites a policing problem, focusing on the In Site Club amid two other topless venues.
California officials and environmentalists press for outright federal acquisition of over 90,000 baylands for the South Bay National Wildlife Refuge. The plan seeks to protect tidal areas around Alviso, Ravenswood, and Redwood City, with zoning safeguards and state protections in place. Local leaders warn against half measures that could permit massive development by a subsidiary of Leslie Salt Co. and urge timely federal action.
The Senate rejected a $2.9 billion foreign aid bill ending U.S. military, economic development, and relief assistance to many nations. Despite Nixon urging restoration, the measure was declared dead as lawmakers blamed troubled domestic conditions and policy disputes. The vote reflected broad bipartisan opposition and capped a week of contentious debate.
City councilmen gave official backing Thursday night to a 290000 facade and streetscape project along Thornton Avenue from Olive to Elm. They agreed to guarantee the engineering fee and form an assessment district despite opposition from residents and a last minute bid from some property owners. The plan aims to install ornamental lighting, landscaping, sidewalks, and storefront enhancements to boost business image while ensuring affected owners review access plans.
Forecast calls for fair to tomorrow with some high cloudiness today. Warmer days with highs in the 60s and 70s. Lows tonight from the mid 20s to mid 40s. Northwest winds 5 to 15 mph.
Two incumbents on the Alameda County Water District Board face a double challenge from a school teacher and a communications specialist in Tuesday's election. Premont opens its new library in Central Park at 10 a.m. Monday.
A proposal to ease property taxes is discussed with Democrats during ongoing negotiations. The article notes a budgetary context and the need to balance cuts with relief, citing potential county and school district impacts. The piece emphasizes political maneuvering and fiscal considerations shaping the plan.
With a handshake and hug, Communist China seals its first trade agreement with a Common Market member, a three year pact that graces Beijing with a step out of isolation. Foreign Trade Minister Pai-Siang-kuo and Italian counterpart Mario Zagari sign amid smiles and praise of Italian Chinese friendship.
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