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Newspaper
Daily Review
Location
Hayward, California, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1972
Page
6
The district public information and legislation committee discussed issuing bidding for a four year supply of 22 million tickets to be funded by local taxes with an estimated cost of 200000. Directors also considered designating the first BART prototype car as a historic archetype and possibly plaque it for later display or rent to a transportation museum.
A 7-year-old Belmont boy leaped from the Golden Gate Bridge in the afternoon and died on the north end of the span. The coroner’s office identified him as Thomas Martin. It was the 453rd suicide recorded for the Golden Gate Span.
Senate committee cleared a massive proposed $341 million plan to restructure California’s early childhood education. The bill would allow four year olds to attend classes in public schools and extend to five year olds, with phased implementation over five years. Advocates say it would reduce class sizes and involve parents, aides, and volunteers to personalize instruction.
The California Supreme Court upheld an appellate court ruling granting a change of venue for Juan Co Tous, a farm labor contractor accused in the slayings of 25 migrant workers. Attorney General Evelle J. Young filed the appeal arguing Salter County was not hostile to Corona. The high court said the location change was proper.
San Francisco trustees at the first meeting in August consider options after five of seven board members pledged to oust Shaheen as superintendent Thomas A. Shaheen refused to resign. City attorney warns canceling his contract would amount to a gift of public funds amid tensions over school integration and a teachers’ strike last year.
Bail for Han ie Kline, 23, a San Francisco pharmacist facing explosive device charges connected to the January Black Panther bombing in Oakland, was reduced from 875000 to 325000. Kline, who denies knowledge of Sammy Davenport, a former Black Panther newspaper seller, was in a car when the blast killed four.
Police discovered a bomb at Olivet Presbyterian Church in San Francisco, the device a coffee can filled with liquid and a 7 1/2 volt battery fire around it. Officers extinguished the fire and prevented further damage as the church had been severely damaged by a prior October arson causing about 35000 dollars in losses.
In Baton Rouge nearly all members vote to repeal segregation statutes banning interracial dancing, marriage, and shared venues. Representative Dorothy Mae Taylor notes a pledged remark by Mrs. Taylor, while Rep. Filly Tauzin Ef Thibodaux comments on the passage as the chamber erupts in applause.
Richard Falt of Fremont says two unknown men came to his home demanding $25, shot him in the head or neck area, and threw a firebomb through the bathroom window. He was treated for a bullet wound and released. fire officials investigate the damage. Police interview neighbors and a Pleasanton visitor. attackers allegedly sought money from someone else.
The district faces a bitter budget dispute over reducing seventh and eighth grade class sizes at a cost of about $80,000 and adding staggered preparation periods costing around $292,000 plus salaries totaling $402,000. Officials warn total costs rise with classroom needs and equipment.
McGovern delegates from the eighth district prepare to attend the Los Angeles state convention. Rita Vandenburg Sally Phillips and Basey of Hayward join Assemblyman Robert Crown William Lockyer and Tony Palverosa as delegates. Phillips, undergoing surgery, vows to rally placards despite illness.
In a tense preconference moment, Muskie signals possible support for McGovern before his Capitol return and leaves open the door to a Humphrey Wallace ticket if Humphrey secures the nomination, while noting uncertainty about Iv.
U S bombing and mining targets disrupt North Vietnam rail and highway links to China and the Hanoi Haiphong corridor. By May 10 pilots began strikes on key bridges and rocketing dozens more. supplies stalled as rails and ferries fail. Analysts say losses near 21 000 tons of petroleum storage and 72 000 kilowatts of power threaten fuel and defense operations, with 200 000 tons monthly shipments cut off.
In Los Angeles speculation centers on George S. McGovern selecting a running mate as delegates push for a say under new reform rules. Names floated include Florida Governor Reubin Askew and former North Carolina Governor Terry Sanford, both Southern reformers, while Mrs. Shirley Chisholm is dismissed as unlikely.
Washington Hospital board announces a 8.5 percent overall rate increase, pushing the semi private room to 62.50 per day. The district notes lower room costs than nearby St Rose Hayward 83 and San Leandro Memorial 88.50 while seeking possible boosts to ancillary charges pending federal wage board approval. Budget highlights include over 1 million for salaries and benefits and a 7,280 to 14 percent drop in patient days from projections.
Drug problems show tapering as figures cited indicate that with a police patrol program and adjustments in auto repair and park maintenance staffing, plus council actions on taxes and licenses, the previously $598,000 deficit is reduced to about $259,000.
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