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Newspaper
Daily Review
Location
Hayward, California, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1972
Page
4
A San Lenatro man Beno Lapis aged 21 died Sunday from injuries suffered in a Jeep crash in Germany. He had been in a coma since May 4. His father Berton Lapis lived at 4157 Tiburan Road. Services were pending at Santos Rohinsi Mortuary.
Two men robbed Sunos Brothers gas station at 5 Davis St in Leandro at gunpoint. Patrick Daugherty on duty, 22, Hayward, reported robbers demanded cigarettes then entered the map room and fired a 22 caliber pistol, taking $30 in cash and a wristwatch valued at 335. One robber warned the clerk I am a crack set from Vietnam. Suspects fled on foot.
Hayward Area Recreation District directors say they do not recognize last month’s vote by employees to join the Alameda County Employees Association. They seek another district conducted election, citing lack of district sanction before the ballot. Debates center on who can vote including department heads secretaries and part time workers excluded from the bargaining unit. The board also agreed to district representation in salary negotiations by the Alameda County industrial relations evaluator.
The State Supreme Court heard a daylong challenge to California English-only poll procedures. Petitioners including La Raza Unida and Japanese American Citizens League argue non English speakers are denied information and equal protection, claiming violations of the Fourteenth and First Amendments. The case moves forward with support from groups like the League of Women Voters and MALDEF.
Mayor Jack Malcester announced unanimous approval to draft a resolution condemning the attempted assassination of Gov. Wallace and urging peaceful political discourse. He warned that political violence threatens democracy and could lead to dictatorship if not curbed.
San Leandro veteran officer Gember, who joined in March 1943 after Navy service, recalls earlier times when officers walked beats and spoke with merchants. He notes rising alienation, motorized patrols, and a growing force now at 86. A retirement luncheon is set at Jake's Lion on MacArthur Boulevard.
In San Jose, prosecutors wrap up 35 murder kidnap conspiracy case by reading jurors a diary alleged to show Davis’s passionate loyalty to George Jackson. Branton seeks directed verdict of acquittal on insufficient evidence as defense argues the diary reveals no crime.
Doctors at a hospital near Washington reported Governor Wallace remains in critical condition after a June 14 shooting at Laurel Plaza. Surgeon Josef Schanno said a possible permanent paralysis exists, while noting the governor shows signs of recovery and is under close neurosurgical care. An alleged gunman, Arthur Bremer, 21, of Milwaukee, was arrested, facing federal charges for interference with a candidate and assault on a federal officer.
The Senate scheduled a vote on Sen. Robert Byrd's amendment to curtail U.S. involvement in Vietnam. The amendment would halt funding four months after a ceasefire released by prisoners of war is secured, with administration support. Critics warn of a South Vietnam veto and a stalled withdrawal as Nixon plans a Moscow summit May 22.
San Leandro councilmen call for tax reform and criticize assessor practices amid reports of uncollected taxes and lengthy statutes. Local officials discuss budget hearings and complain that council work sessions overflow the conference room, leading to a costly relocation.
Scribbled notebook notes probe the suspect's state of mind as the Wisconsin presidential primary neared on April 4. The letter claimed he planned suicide since age 13 and referenced a dated 15 year old girl who refused to speak to him and a friend who said he was strange. Bremer, living on the near South Side, described Wallace as a Humphrey supporter and said his son never kept a gun at home. Authorities questioned others connected to the case, including a busboy and janitor, who had ties to Milwaukee area schools and photography work.
Former cabinet member Connally disclosed his plan to leave public service after 68th birthday, citing fatigue and desire for private life. Nixon praised Connally as a strong ally and announced that Shultz, economist and former dean at the University of Chicago, is the sole candidate to replace him.
Untethered battlefield recap describes Communist forces hitting Kantung airfield and Khê Cam Ranh Bay area, destroying transport planes and an American jeep east of Phu Ket 25 miles away. Reports say ammunition dumps north of Cam Ranh destroyed, five Vietnamese troops killed, and a Saigon court sentencing for a police officer to death. US air forces claim heavy bombing of North Vietnam with multiple crews reported missing and missiles fired at US planes since the offensive began.
Bremer, a 5B tek driver from Milwaukee, spoke of a sick feeling as a shooting occurred. Neighbors, including Theodore and Mrs. Sylvi Bremer, described mixed reactions and concern as the FBI arrived and news spread. Local residents debated guilt while a looming move prompted by fear.
Fragmentary text describes makeshift trap boxes and a center linked to collections and schedules. It mentions salvage operations, “horseholders,” and a plan to unite groups and start operating on part of a scavengers company site.
Sheriff's deputies report the theft of 1200 in jewelry from Mrs Batte Can tian in San Lorenzo. Entry signs appeared at the home and a diamond ring about 100 years old with a large center diamond surrounded by 22 smaller stones and a wrist watch were missing from a jewelry box last night.
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