San Leandro Soldier Dies From Jeep Accident in Germany
A San Leandro man Beno Lapis, 21, died Sunday from injuries after a jeep crash in Germany. He would have turned 21 that day. He was the son of Benion Lapis of Tiburon Road. The accident occurred May 4 and services are pending at Saitos-Robinsin Mortuary.
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Robbery at Sinai Brothers Gas Station on Davis Street
Two men robbed the Sinai Brothers gas station at 589 Davis St last night at gunpoint. Patrick Daugherty 22 of Hayward on duty at 21 51 reported the attackers first bought cigarettes then produced a 22 caliber weapon and stole $46 in cash and a wristwatch valued at 35. The suspects fled on foot.
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HARD Board Rejects Union Vote At Hayward District
HARD directors refuse to recognize the last night employee vote to join the Alameda County Employees Association. General manager Jack Slater says 98 percent switched. board seeks another district election citing no sanction. Directors want department heads and referees excluded from the bargaining unit while secretaries may vote if not in the unit. The board also agreed to representation by Alameda County industrial relations official in salary negotiations.
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Supreme Court asked to void English-only California voting law
The State Supreme Court was urged to strike down California's English only election rule. Petitioners including Chinese and Mexican American groups argue the policy denies equal protection and free speech under the Fourteenth and First Amendments, affecting access to information and participation.
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Council, 10 denounce shooting in Maryland yesterday
The city council approved a resolution denouncing the shooting of Gov. Wallace and the attempted assassination amid calls for political civility. Mayor Jack Maltester criticized violence as undermining democracy, urging change and nonviolent disagreement while condemning the act as a threat to liberty.
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Policeman Speaks On Retirement Challenges And Change
Former officer Gember reflects on aging force and lower public contact as cars replaced by patrols. He recalls colder winters, fewer heaters, and shy improvements in staffing from 23 to 66. Now retired, he plans to travel with wife, help around home, and fish. retirement wedding is planned at Jake's Lion on MacArthur Boulevard.
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Angela Davis defense seeks acquittal in murder case
In San Jose a defense motion for acquittal was set to be heard as prosecutors rested in a high profile murder conspiracy trial. The state presented extensive diary excerpts while the defense argued insufficient evidence to convict, outlining Davis as Jackson's lifelong partner and detailing alleged plans to aid an escape at Soledad.
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Governor Wallace Paralyzed After Shooting at Laurel Plaza
Doctors report Governor Wallace may face permanent paralysis after a point blank abdomen shot. Surgeons plan to wait three days before removing a bullet near the spine, as authorities identify suspect Arthur Herman Niemer of Milwaukee and review federal charges.
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Senate Antiwar Test Sees Nixon Peace Plan Face Vote
In Washington the Senate prepared a test vote on Nixon’s cease-fire peace proposal for Vietnam. Sen Byrd’s amendment would halt funds until an internationally supervised cease-fire begins four months after prisoner release. Doves warn Saigon veto risk. supporters urge action before Nixon's Moscow summit.
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San Leandro councilmen push tax reform repeal and budget openness
San Leandro officials demand repeal of tax reform and call for broader public hearings on the 1972-73 budget. Ely criticizes assessor delays citing years of untaxed properties and argues for accountability as council members urge full council chamber meetings to include residents.
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Suspect's life noted in scribbled notebook in Wisconsin primary
In Milwaukee a 19 year old man tied to the Wallace bid is described as troubled by a year old letter from a girl he dated. He reportedly contemplated killing himself since age 13. His family recalled his odd behavior and lack of gun at home. He worked part time as a busboy and janitor after an aborted attempt at photo studies.
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Connally Resigns from Cabinet in Nixon Era Shuffle
President Nixon confirms John Connally will leave the cabinet after months of signaling a return to private life. Connally, a longtime ally known as the cabinet’s strongman, steps aside as William E. Simon Schultz is named the sole candidate to succeed him.
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Vietnam War update from Hanoi to Saigon
Reports detail Communist attacks near Hanoi and in South Vietnam including a Kone turn airfield strike, Jeep damage by a mine, and a large ammunition dump explosion. Seven day US air operations tally nearly two thousand strikes with costs and casualties cited. Saigon court orders a police officer executed for a holdup murder.
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Bremer family shaken as governor shot sparks neighbor shock
Neighbors gathered outside the Bremer home as news spread that Governor Wallace was shot. The family spoke through the door amid confusion and disbelief while reporters milled nearby. A neighbor urged the Bremer to move, reflecting a tense mood in the community.
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Conneil Eyes Recycling Plan For City Drop Boxes
The Ecology Center and city officials plan to place drop boxes around town to ease household waste disposal. They will publicize collection times and open salvage centers, plus coordinate ecology groups to begin operating this fall with the Scavenger company.
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Jewelry theft at San Lorenzo home reported by sheriff
San Lorenzo deputies report a burglary at the home of Mrs. Bette Cantu with $1200 in jewelry missing. Two old diamond rings valued at about 1000 and a one carat ring were taken along with a wrist watch from a jewelry box last night. no entry signs observed.
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