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Newspaper
Daily Review
Location
Hayward, California, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1972
Page
1
Three University of California students from Alameda County set out to ride across the country starting Sunday. They aim to pedal about 40 to 50 miles daily, relying on physical training and support from friends while carrying basic camping and photography gear.
President Nixon announced the United States was prepared to resume peace negotiations in Paris with North Vietnam, aiming to end the war within seven months and potentially before January 20. He credited recent bombing and harbor actions with pressuring Communists to the table. George McGovern criticized the bombing as outrageous and pledged to end it quickly if elected.
A scrambled weather note promises a changeable pattern with fair skies returning after a cloudy morning. Temperatures will rise into the 70s in some areas while Elvermere faces extreme heat near 100. Tonight's lows mainly in the 50s to the 60s. more details on page 19.
Hayward California postal staff report dog bite incidents decreased from about three per month to two. In fiscal years 1970-71 and 1971-72 bites rose among Navy personnel and young or elderly carriers. Male letter carriers suffer more bites, with dogs most active on Saturdays. A dog warning card and safety committee actions are cited.
The Senate voted 82 to 4 to raise Social Security benefits by 20 percent before the presidential election and to increase payroll taxes after the election. Benefits take effect Sept. 1 for about 28 million people. payroll taxes rise Jan. 1, higher for workers earning $12,000+ yearly. The measure was tied to a bill raising the national debt limit, with Nixon favoring the plan but wary of a 20 percent benefit boost.
Scientists at the National Bureau of Standards say the day will gain one second to align solar time with atomic time. The extra second, added on June 30, 1972, follows a 1967 conference decision. Earth’s irregular rotation necessitates occasional adjustment.
McGovern told a Union convention he could bring home all American POWs within nine days after inauguration if he becomes president. He accused Nixon of a hoax on the public by claiming bombing North Vietnam would force releases. He urged stopping bombing to speed talks and withdrawal of forces in Paris peace efforts.
Festive Fourth of July events bloom across South County with parades fireworks and concerts. The South-Hay yard Trans Club sponsors the 1.4 mile parade featuring bands floats and majorettes with prizes up to several hundred dollars. Hayward officials plan a morning pancake breakfast and a full schedule including a public concert and patriotic addresses.
Robert Celani, two years old, lives at 325 C St Hayward. He knows the coolest spot in town a fountain in front of the Hayward Library. With temperatures in the high 80s, adults worry as he enjoys the shade and water while independence grows.
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