Dole clash over new consumer protection agency at ad federation
Elizabeth Dole and Senator Bob Dole clashed at an American Advertising Federation gathering over plans for a consumer protection agency. Elizabeth argued for a formal office to empower consumers, while Bob contended no new government agency is needed. The debate occurs amid broader questions on the bill’s viability.
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Senate
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Miller retains UMW presidency in three way race
United Mine Workers President Arnold Miller narrowly held the post after a three way contest. With 600 of 858 locals reported, Miller led at 42.9 percent, Patterson about 35 percent, and Patrick 26 percent. Opponents conceded. Miller planned a news conference and said a challenge was possible depending on later results.
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Strifetom
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Lee Roy Patterson
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Assembly Bill extends half-cent sales tax for Bay Area transit
The Assembly Ways and Means Committee advanced AB 107 to the full Assembly. The bill would extend indefinitely the half-cent sales tax to fund Bay Area mass transit, allocating about 23.2 million to BART and 3 million to the Metropolitan Transportation Commission for distribution. BART warns it needs more funding to avoid a deficit, while MTC would gain stronger policy oversight.
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D-Pleasanton
South County
New disc-star found in Cygnus by UPI team
A disc-star in Cygnus, 10,000 light years away, appears as a young 1,000 year old image but is far older. Led by Dr. Rodger Thompson of University of Arizona, with NASA Ames and Steward Observatory scientists, infrared observations revealed a glowing disc core and surrounding gas possibly forming planets. Announcement made at Ames and the American Astronomical Society meeting in Atlanta.
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California
American Astronomical Society
Ailanta
Fremont considers mayor election by voter petition
Council debate centers on Azevedo abstention and bid to put an elected mayor on the November ballot. Dillon questions timing and motives while Mrs Stilwell stresses voter choice and the push to gather signatures within 33 days, aiming to let Fremont voters decide in November. Residents pledge to campaign and gather support if needed.
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Azevedo Rom
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Fremont
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Gertrude Drive
Jane Bonnet
Logan Drive
Fire destroys AVE Filters plant in Sorrento Valley
A lab fire sparked a rapid blaze at AVE Filters Inc plant in Sorrento Valley. Deputy Chief says damage about 1.75 million dollars. One firefighter burned. others treated for inhalation of sulfur dioxide as flames reached unidentified chemicals. Building left as only outer walls. Robert Schrader, employee, in lab during start but cites no cause.
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AVE Filters Inc
Sorrento Valley
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Epson
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Bulldog damages tires during police pursuit in Oregon
In Eugene UGENE Ore a bulldog attacked tires on a Multnomah County sheriff's car as Detectives Chris Rasser and John Heckman left a residence with a warrant. The dog bit and flattened one tire then punctured a second and a third as deputies tried to depart, forcing a hurried retreat.
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Multnomah County
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John Heckman
Eugene
Auy
Police blotter notes multiple property thefts in local area
The blotter lists numerous thefts and attempted break ins across Ras Road Russ Lane San Lorenzo and Fremont including a red tape player, cassette player radios car parts and a TV seized or damaged. Items stolen include a $1600 watch a $108 battery and a $237 stereo. Motives and suspects unclear with entries noting windows pried and entries via force or unpexed access.
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Cbinbeudtion Tie Sect
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Margaret Schuck
Storeo
Ari Clever
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Mrcahe Sevice
Ueckmann Road
San Lorecne
Treramission
Rebels Attack U.N. Mission Amid Croat Demands
A group of attackers seized part of a U.N. mission, demanding Croatian independence. Police secured the area by 2:30 p.m. as the Yugoslav leaflets were scattered. one detainee and several injured were treated at Lenox Hill Hospital.
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Cancer vaccine unlikely shift toward environmental causes
Senator Hubert H. Tipti called for a broader effort to identify environmental factors tied to cancer. He cited sunlight and cigarette smoking as major human cancer causes and urged increased funding to explore and eliminate environmental cancer agents, arguing prevention may be preferable to cure.
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Beppe
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