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Newspaper
Daily Review
Location
Hayward, California, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1968
Page
1
Fragmented dispatch reports continue from Saigon on Vietnam war casualties and aerial sightings of helicopters. The piece notes U.S. forces sustaining losses, with conflicting claims of enemy attacks, and details shifts in military actions near Saigon and the DMZ as condemning political resignations occur within the Cal State system amid the broader unrest.
Oakland Police Officers Association and three officers sue San Francisco Chronicle and KGO-TV in Alameda County claiming libel and defamation over reports and remarks about a 1960 West Oakland shooting and officer actions. Plaintiff names Herb Caen and Marlon Brando as co-defendants citing April 15 and April 26 statements.
The commission supports public access and nature preservation, urging limited development from Newark to San Leandro. It favors expanding Coyote Hills Aquatic Park, opening Dumbarton Freeway access, and protecting habitats while expanding salt pond and harbor facilities along the South Bay.
Clifford said 300 men a week are being slain by attrition while the enemy loses 6,000 weekly. He noted real bargaining progress may occur in private talks versus formal sessions. He questioned North Vietnamese helicopter presence in the DMZ, and said no demand for more U.S. troops beyond 350,000 is expected. Johnson likely to refrain from full bombing until reciprocation by North Vietnam. By year end South Vietnam could field a 1.0 million strong army with training and discipline. He cited no gains in talks with North Korea over the Pueblo crew and vessel.
Hapless OCR reads like a garbled notice from Hayward and Winton in Alameda County California. It mentions a March 3 189% date and a 16 dollar amount with a Box 12% address. The fragment hints at a public or legal notice about a purge or calculation procedure but is unreadable in places.
The finance committee confines its zoo budget discussion as a night watchman request gains approval from Oakland City Manager Jerome Keithley. Budget officer Thomas Heubner notes no real opposition, while parks superintendent John Preetz supports the idea but calls for more than one watchman, with park rangers covering the gap temporarily.
Sacramento reports Governor Reagan urged broader firearms control while opposing a registration law. He backed measures like longer handgun waiting periods and stricter licensing but warned against focusing on one solution, citing other crime and enforcement needs. He noted federal crime bill provisions and stressed protecting legitimate citizens.
Gov Ronald Reagan will speak at the American GI Forum statewide convention at the Hotel Claremont Berkeley. He will address the morning session with theme increased Mexican American participation in government. Other speakers include Sen Nicholas Petris and Rep George Browney. about 400 delegates and 600 auxiliaries expected.
A Castro Valley woman named Cleo M. Thomas aged about 50, who had recently lost her job, was found dead last night in her apartment at 22108 Center St by her son Fred Thomas. Deputies reported the television and lights were on, there were nearly empty bottles of sleeping pills, and a note was found in the apartment.
Washington reports major change in aircrew tour lengths. The Air Force extends combat duty to a full 12 months for crews flying missions over North and South Vietnam, aiming to reduce rotation bottlenecks. Differences noted between North and South Vietnam tours, with potential shifts in risk exposure and staffing. Navy and Marine crews remain bound by carrier time but face no fixed mission cap.
Washington AP reports President Eisenhower, 77, remains in a critical period after a heart attack last Saturday night at Walter Reed Army Hospital. Doctors note occasional heartbeat irregularities but no heart failure, and he is resting comfortably as treatment continues.
San Leandro police report $3,300 in equipment stolen Tuesday night from Head Door Co at 19922 Catalina St. The burglars used a company truck to haul away drills, sanders, saws, generators, riveters, typewriters, adding machines and other office gear. Dale Smith of Dublin found the front door unlatched on arrival. Police say a key was used to unlock entry. A separate incident, three young men robbed a Santa Rosa man near a supermarket, taking a watch and wallet. Deputies arrested two men in connection with a grass fire near an Asia land bar. Lawrence With Ave and Leonard P Freitas were identified for tossing lighted paper into dry grass around 7:30 p.m.
The United Nations finishes drafting a nuclear treaty prepared by the United States and the Soviet Union. Ambassador Arthur J. Goldberg said the U S would move quickly to open for signature with Britain and other signers. The pact bans transfer of nuclear weapons and requires signers to refrain from aiding nonparticipants until it takes effect.
A five year old Newark resident, Joseph Messinese of 641 Alhyn Court, remained in satisfactory condition at Washington Hospital after a .22 caliber rifle discharged while he played, the bullet passing through his chest.
San Francisco report says the Curran Theater will resume the musical Mame after a three night blackout due to actors strike. Only ticket holders will be admitted for the remainder of the week as the sell out continues.
The tax increase this year would be 75 percent of the total tax bill for individuals with retroactive April 1. For corporations the full year 1968 is covered. The bill extends the surtax until June 10, 1908 with possible extension. It also maintains autos and telephone excise taxes at higher rates and speeds up corporate tax collections. The net revenue rise is about 15.2 billion for next fiscal year. Budget cuts of 40 billion are planned. spending reductions total 6 billion yearly. Congress may fail to enact full cuts, requiring presidential action to align with the tax plan. Recommendations to trim 8 billion more from carryover appropriations are due in January.
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