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Newspaper
Argus
Location
Fremont, California, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1971
Page
1
A local council yesterday approved a grant totaling forty thousand five hundred sixty dollars for a crime prevention task force. The funds will support community efforts to reduce drug abuse and boost safety in two cities.
Fair conditions prevail through tomorrow with night and morning low cloudiness. Temperatures reach the low 80s to low 90s, and tonight’s lows range from the upper 50s to low 60s. Westerly winds blow at 10 to 20 miles per hour.
The American League Western Division race featured the Chicago White Sox and the California Angels in a decisive doubleheader. The second place Kansas City Royals were defeated by the Angels, affecting the standings and race dynamics.
School trustees review a tentative agreement provision as part of negotiations with districts. The measure outlines terms for possible staffing and program arrangements to be finalized pending formal approval by the board and participating schools.
Frustrated parents lead protests against school integration by busing. A judge defends drawing a pistol to quiet prisoners. Edmund G. Brown Jr. contemplates prosecutions of 134 candidates for campaign expense report issues. A farm labor bill faces defeat amid worker protests and accusations of slavery. Marin County sues over police and fire funding. State Board closed meeting sparks clash with lawmakers.
Senate Hunger Committee heard from R. B. Choate a claim that rusting bulging cans of roasting feed are given to the public under the government surplus food distribution program. Choate, a civil engineer and nutrition advocate, has previously sparked attention by arguing many cereals lack nutritional value.
La Raza pressed for police oversight during a tense Union City gathering called by Mayor Henry Franco to address Decota disturbances. The session nearly unraveled as participants demanded Chief Ronald Lindgren attend and a Raza position paper was presented amid chaotic exchanges.
The United States called for a $13 billion turnaround with major trading partners to restore balance in international payments. Treasury Secretary Connally urged a $7 to $8 billion surplus via trade, amid pressure at a Group of 10 meeting to avoid dollar devaluation and raise gold prices.
An eight year old Scott O Neal of 3297 Worthing Court stayed cool with a garden hose as Fremont endured 99 degree heat yesterday. Forecasts call for upper 80s today and cooler weekend conditions. A smog alert was lifted after the Central Pollution Index fell from a Monday high of 147 to 128 Tuesday and 74 yesterday.
John F. Hill, 45, and his three teenage children Tom David and Nancy launched a voyage from Newark on June 18 in a 26-foot Columbia sloop to Hawaii. A dock mishap caused the boat to sink briefly and a later wave and wind toppled the vessel on its beam during the shakedown near the Farralone Islands. Faith Hill waited at home at 35116 Dorchester Court as the journey began.
Fremont planners meet to decide on open space versus higher density housing for 274 acres on the northern plain and 210 acres near Alvarado and Newark Boulevards. Ponderosa Homes seeks density increases up to raise 1,264 homes. Planning Director Baker urges rejection due to school, traffic, groundwater, bridge, and environmental concerns. preserving open space aligns with the city plan. The meeting starts at 7:2 pm in city hall chambers at 37900 Civic Center Drive.
Fremont officials consider an ordinance to curb after hours clubs labeled immoral or obscene. Councilmen backed a resolution signaling intent after City Manager Don Driggs proposed the measure, sparking critique from Councilman Gene Rhodes over agenda irregularities and public notice. Police patrols and surveillance could intensify if the ordinance proceeds.
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