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Newspaper
Argus
Location
Fremont, California, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1971
Page
1
The committee warns that if the cost of arms rises without a sharp reversal, even big budget increases may not secure needed force levels. Without a stronger permanent force structure, fighter aircraft and tanks could fall short, risking court security and national defense.
Fragmentary weather item notes Westerly winds 5 to 15 miles per hour and low high temperatures for two days in a retro forecast.
The leaders propose a statewide reapportionment shift with high political stakes. Talks hint at a possible county and city realignment causing potential walkouts similar to past actions, while officials debate honoring Sept 16 as a holiday for students and staff.
The legislature debating a plan that could oust the Democratic floor leader via minority candidates. Two other Democratic leaders face possible losses to minority contenders as the reapportionment showdown intensifies amid party tensions.
Secretary of State William P. Rogers warns Congress of a possible cut-off of the $3.3 billion foreign aid program and proposes a five year protection framework to safeguard aid needs. The plan aims to secure steadier funding over the next half decade amid legislative pressure.
Rep. Wilbur D. Mills pushes for a one billion dollar expansion of tax relief for the poor as part of President Nixon’s economy plan. Treasury Secretary Connally showed no resistance to broader cuts but urged temporary measures to limit revenue loss. Connally signaled followup talks on wage and price controls and other tax changes as inflation pressures persist.
Fremont trustees reversed three spring demotions, restoring $2,000 pay cuts to the principals. Lew Gordon at Marshall Sell School and John Lanthler at Rix School received raises to 19,300 annually, with Harry Sheppard and Fred Weibel casting key votes. The changes affected school complexes and raised questions about evaluating multi school supervision.
In Oakland Superior Court Dorsey Nunn was found guilty of first degree murder and attempted robbery after a seven day trial. He was restrained by bailiffs when he lunged at the judge, and a retrial motion based on prejudicial misconduct is planned by his attorney Harry Ry Sheppard. Deputy D.A. Joseph Carson prosecuted the case.
Fremont struggles to attract entries for its environmental design award program. Only three official submissions have been received despite a July opening. Parks Superintendent Harpainter urged citizens to nominate projects across industrial, commercial, residential, and other categories.
Smog in Alameda County hits the year’s peak with a Central Bay Region index of 75, marking the highest oxidant levels. Livermore shows the bay’s worst 0.15 ppm, Oakland 0.13, San Jose 0.10, while San Francisco area records lower readings. Officials say not enough for a formal smog alert. inversion patterns raise concerns as two technicians and a meteorologist stay on standby.
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