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Newspaper
Daily Review
Location
Hayward, California, United States of America
Date
Dec 30, 1960
Page
16
A compact reminiscence of odd local happenings in 1960 Southern Alameda County. Notable moments include a San Leandro doctor misfiring in bed, Optimist club misadventure at a Giants Braves game, Gov. Edmund Brown’s visit with Hayward police, and a San Leandro patrolman’s curious car swapping incident.
The Way of the Week a new feature by Cleveland Amory debuts Sunday in The Daily Review. Amory known for chronicling American socialites and celebrities began with The Proper Hastonians and followed with The Last Resorts. He edits Celebrity Register and recently released Who Killed Society. He writes for national magazines and will contribute the new column.
San Jose police traced two gunmen, Emimentey Poe of Long Beach and Billyjoe Spears of unspecified address, to Fremont after an armored robbery in San Jose. They were arrested after checks linked taxi rides to Niles district and a motel, with more than $1,000 recovered. Both suspects held on multiple robbery charges.
Police report a robbery at Sapceway Market operator T. G. Woe on Tramysot Road. Two masked men forced him from his car in a dark driveway, demanded $34 from a walkie, and fled after firing a low pistol and ordering him to stay down.
A flash fire at Trojan Powder Co in San Leandro injures two firefighters and destroys a packing shed and a punch press used for dynamite caps. A bystander, Joe Vigil, assists firefighting before the blaze spreads to nearby areas. The building housing the press was completely destroyed. five men reported the explosion as its cause.
The report shows 3,358 PIR students graduated from county high schools in 1959 60 according to Conny Supt of Schools Rock La Flore. South County graduates accounted for 15 percent of entering freshmen over four years with district totals including Maynard Union High School 338 Thor Washington Union 86 Liverne Iaint 1610 Berkeley 838 San Leandro 600 and Amador 68 Aluminum.
The thief stole 2085 dollars worth of photo graphic equipment from a residence. Four cameras six lenses and a gold set were taken. The report was filed with the sheriff's office by an individual identified as Heeder from SL To Voto St. apart.
Castro Valley Fire Department announces John Tarrington resigns after four years to accept a position with the San Ramon Fire Department. Tarrington will depart Castro Valley to begin duties with his new department.
Hayward Elementary district trustees formed a citizen committee to study unification options. A research subcommittee will gather data, with a deadline for a master plan. If proposals advance, Hayward Elementary may join options including K–12 structure across multiple districts.
License administrator F. T. Paaskesen announced renewals with a January 1 deadline. A $2 fee applies and proof of rabies vaccination is required. About 2,900 dogs were licensed this year, roughly half of the estimated 6,000 dogs in the area.
San Leandro and Oakland dispute over garbage dumps and a proposed golf course on Port of Oakland land near the airport. Oakland plans to lease port land to develop a standard golf course with 16 holes and facilities, while San Leandro weighs future dumping rights and possible site changes as the city faces a projected deficit and a broad review of its garbage service. The talks aim to align redevelopment plans with regional needs amid long term waste management concerns.
Proponents argue the Hayward San Leandro area can support a junior college without heavy taxpayer burden. They envision leasing space from local districts, modest overcost per pupil, and long-term funding via bonds and district proceeds to build a permanent campus.
The effort to form a seven-member board and start classes next fall faces long range issues including securing a permanent campus. Proponents cite state surveys on junior college districts and compare local valuations. Foothill and San Mateo Junior College districts show varied assessments and per student costs guiding the debate.
Ener Brik een, Sr. of 900 Douglas Drive pleaded guilty in Municipal Court to indecent exposure charges filed by a San Leandro housewife. Friksen was referred to the pro vulsion office for report and sentence on Jan. 20.
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