Lindsay quits GOP to join Democrats
New York Mayor John Lindsay left the Republican Party and registered as a Democrat. He floated a possible bid for the 1972 Democratic presidential nomination but did not declare candidacy, citing a need for national action on poverty, unemployment, housing, and urban decay. Lindsay, a longtime critic of the Vietnam War, urged a coalition of progressive Republicans and independents, spoke at Gracie Mansion with his wife Mary present.
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City hall pickets removed in wage dispute stand off continues
City hall pickets removed after protests by the Police Officers Association and Local 1909 of the International Firefighters Association as council discusses a 12.8 million budget. Charles Peterson of Local 199 warns of possible further actions, while Mayor Pulurigon notes a planned meeting to end the impasse.
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Juror Holds Out for Newton Acquittal in Slaying Case
In San Francisco a lone juror, Juanita Henderson, refused to convict Huey P. Newton on murder charges, saying she based her vote on doctor testimony about shock after Newton’s 1967 shooting. Other jurors pressured her to compromise, but she stood firm, calling Newton innocent based on the evidence she accepted.
Tragedy of Marina Maguire Reveals Family Rift
A two part series opens on Marina Maguire’s life in Acapulco during spring 1967. She wins custody of her child Nona Chickeringly, but dies four years later amid family turmoil. The Review devotes page 6 to the ongoing story.
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Assembly approves landmark welfare reform bill in California
SACRAMENTO UP I reports the Assembly passed a landmark welfare reform bill after emotional debate. Governor Reagan supported the measure as comprehensive and aimed at eliminating outrageous welfare cases, sending the compromise to the Senate on a 26 24 vote amid endorsements from Reagan and lawmakers.
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Cloudy relief softens heat wave with cooler temperatures
The weather forecast promises relief from the heat as low clouds roll in during evenings and early mornings. Temperatures are expected to dip to the mid-70s to high 70s for highs and drop to the 50s for overnight lows, easing the heat.
Mayoral Plan for Tax Reform Fails in Howell Budget Clash
Hayward mayor Howell loses bid to repeal the 4 percent utility user tax and raise the property tax 15 cents to fund a police courts complex. Council members oppose altering staff, trimming aides, and converting a typist to Civil Service. Budget talks continue with housing code inspector cuts and road sign funding under review.
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Hayward sewer fees to rise in city budget plan
The Hayward city council voted to raise residential sewer charges to 1.40 per month, funds slated for upgrades at the treatment plant as required by the Regional Water Quality Control Board. The measure also shifts rates for Hunt-Wesson Foods from 16,000 to 75,000 annually, a roughly 46 percent jump, with federal grants expected to cover part of the project costs. Councilman Dan Cooper introduced the ordinance amid questions about rate bases for businesses. Hunt-Wesson's concerns were addressed with an explanation earlier.
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Torrid South County Temps Surpass Yearly Highs
Extreme heat hits California with Pleasanton and Livermore posting highs near 100 in a day shaped by record temps. Red Bluff led inland highs near 118 while Chico reached about 117, surpassing last year’s peaks and stressing grid and health systems.
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White House health spa sparks bipartisan spat
A debate erupts over a newly built White House next door health spa described as a Roman style romper room. aides and officials clash over cost figures and use for president and senior staffers with estimates ranging from 4000 to 80000 dollars for setup and equipment.
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