Berkeley petition seeks 40-hour week for city workers
A petition for a 40 hour work week for city employees and private industry workers was filed in Berkeley city clerk's office. The group says the measure would cost 4 to 5 million dollars and could be funded by increasing business taxes. The plan covers all city workers except department heads and excludes large private firms and state federal UC employees.
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Magee jurors kept sequestered in San Francisco hotel
AP reports the California appeals court refused to overturn a judge’s order that the Magee murder and kidnapping trial jurors remain sequestered in a San Francisco hotel for the duration of the trial, potentially three months. The ruling follows opposition from both defense and prosecution amid intense pretrial publicity. Magee, once linked with Angela Davis, faces murder and kidnapping charges tied to a 1970 incident.
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Panthers unveil bus and escort service for seniors
Oakland reports the Black Panthers announce a new bus and escort program to aid senior citizens, offering free rides and banking escorts. Bobbie Seale, regional Panthers chair, says the AA now profits group will provide the service after a request from the Bay Legislative Council for Senior Citizens amid rising senior harassment.
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U S population nears 209.3 million in Oct Est
Washington reports Census Bureau estimate places U S population at 209,298,100 on October 1. The rise of about 1.58 million since July reflects natural increase births over deaths about 15,000 and net migration of 27,000.
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Pentagon Papers mistrial bid in Vietnam study case
Defense lawyers filed a mistrial appeal with the U S Court of Appeals claiming jury taint from pretrial publicity during the month-long recess. Judge Byrne denied the motion and ordered the trial to resume in Los Angeles. Attorneys argue the recess occurred during the presidential campaign affecting jurors.
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IRS unveils 4 million dollar computer aid for tax service
AP reports a four million dollar IRS system named Integrated Tax Retrieval System will speed tax data flow by linking Honolulu Fresno and other offices via a network. Taxpayers may file inquiries at local offices and receive instant responses on screens. 10,000 queries expected this week rising past 50,000 by year end with peak in April.
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Oakland Shooting Ends in Death near El Torero Club
A heated dispute in a Oakland parking lot led to a fatal shooting. Robert Bermen, 27, from San Jose, was killed. Marcus Arela, Hayward, was arrested after police say he attacked bystanders and sustained injuries.
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Two Hurt When Greyhound Hits Stop Sign Car Near Salinas
A Greyhound bus struck a foreign-made car two miles north of Salinas injuring two occupants. Judith Day, 20, Mountain View, suffered hand injuries and Kristy Downs, 20, Sunnyvale, had a leg injury. The bus driver Lionel Fournier, 57, of San Luis Obispo, was northbound on Highway 101 when the collision occurred with the westbound car on Russell Mead. An eyewitness said the car ran a stop sign.
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Allied forces hit nine North Vietnamese tanks near Quang Tri City
SATGON forces with artillery and allied air support destroyed nine North Vietnamese tanks near Quang Tri City. U.S. jets reportedly knocked out read widges in North Vietnam as fighting spread along the Central Coast and Highlands. Reports say Viet Cong efforts to seize more territory escalated after cease fire talks stalled.
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Kennedy asserts worsening South Vietnam war toll
Senator Kennedy, chairing a refugee subcommittee, warned that South Vietnam suffered the highest civilian casualties in the war this year with at least 200,000 killed and more than 2 million displaced refugees. He urged that official figures understate the tragedy and noted ongoing civilian toll despite peace efforts.
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Mixed Singles Debuts with Ferris at Home
When Harvey's son Ferris returns from the commune during a periodic fundraising trip the generational gap widens into a chasm. The Daily Review teases the new strip Mixed Singles starting on Dee, 11.
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Peace pause in Vietnam peace talks amid optimism
Paris dispatches say Vietnam peace negotiators agreed to a 24 hour pause in efforts to reach a ceasefire. Kissinger and Ha due met again as negotiators predicted possible accord by December 15 with another session planned, North Vietnamese scheduling shifting to Wednesday.
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Guards on strike at embassy in Phnom Penh
About 213 Cambodian guards at the embassy in Phnom Penh walked off posts to demand higher living costs and fringe benefits. Officials said most stayed away but some guards remained in guard houses as negotiations stalled. The guards, employed through a private firm, had recently won a cost of living increase but say salaries still fail to meet basic needs.
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National Advertisers Feature In Daily Review
ORF Lee comments on this week’s national advertisers featured in the Daily Review. Honey advisory board promotes a perfect stocking stuffer with a honey recipe book. Brim Coffee offers a 20c off coupon for serving coffee this season. Warner-Ward markets holiday car lease terms. Gorton’s of Gloucester highlights three uses for shrimp on Wednesdays. Automotive Engineering advertises rebuilt engines with a Thursday sale. Milk Advisory Board touts milk for everybody with a nod to Mark Spite. West Coast Federal presents a Christmas bonus Tuesday and Wednesday. Ragu Spaghetti Sauce introduces a 32 oz bottle with coupon savings on Wednesday. American Lamb showcases oriental lamb chops recipes on Wednesday.
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