Inmate Escape Suspect Captured Near Santa Cruz
The sixth of eight inmates who escaped Santa Rita Jail Sunday was captured Wednesday in a Santa Cruz Mountains commune. James Schmitz, 25, fled at 8:30 p.m. Sunday with six others. two men remain at large. Schmitz faces two cane robbery charges and was returned to Santa Rita from Santa Grag. Five other suspects named by the sheriff are Jerry Compton, 22, and Billy O'Dell Warfield, 22, of Peasant Hill.
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Peasant Hill
Man Tries Drowning in Apartment Pool Three Hours
In San Lorenzo a fit-year old man attempted suicide by drowning in his apartment complex pool from 3 am until rescue at 7:18 am. Deputies said he stayed submerged, surfaced briefly, and claimed illness and ongoing treatment by a doctor. He was hospitalized for psychiatric observation.
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Ike
Pairtont
No contest plea in embezzlement case in San Leandro
SAN LEANDRO A San Leandro court heard a no contest plea from James Topping 33 of Oakland secretary treasurer of the 50 Scratch Bowl League at Midway Bowl 100 East shot for embezzlement charges. He was ordered to return for sentencing on October 5. The league prize money was never paid due to an empty bank account. The plea avoids a defense but does not admit guilt, leaving the case for conviction or collateral actions.
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Dune
Ahmeds County
James Topping
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Midway Bowl
Topping
Project Eden Abandons Peach Drive Site in San Lorenzo
Eden's executive committee voted to abandon plans for a therapeutic community at Peach Drive in San Lorenzo. They will seek another location after zoning officials denied the conditional use permit, citing insufficient local support for a rehab facility in the Hayward Castro Valley San Lorenzo area. The project stresses an ongoing need for in residence treatment and thanks residents who supported the location.
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Hayward
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Hayward massage parlor cases end with not guilty verdicts
Nancy Berton, 19, of Oakland, and Deborah Bogardis, 19, of Castro Valley, were found not guilty on charges of soliciting to commit a lewd act at Hayward massage parlors. Berton’s jury deliberated 90 minutes before deadlock, while Bogardus’s four women and eight men deliberated 390 minutes for not guilty verdicts.
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Ian Hayward
Nancy Berton
Qaxland
Mission Body Massage
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Deborah Bogardis
Center S
Castro Valley
Berton
Bogardus
Burglars Loot Hayward Home Of Retired Contractor
Deputies report burglars ransacked the Hayward residence of Mickey G. O Callahan 6, a retired general contractor, stealing 1146.50 in cash and jewelry. O Callahan arrived home about 6 15 p.m. to find the house missing cash 40 dollars silver dimes 353 quarters valued at 7 50 and two hand carved ivory bracelets worth 3500 each.
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Hayward
Mickey G. O'Callahan
O'Callahan
Man held in drug case near Hayward
James P Brandon 21 of Ts Annetie was detained by deputies at Fairmont Hospital after an apparent heroin overdose. He was moved to Santa Ana county jail with fresh needle marks on his right arm. Ronald L. Boykin 23, resident at 7AM Vegas Castro Valley, was arrested for probation violation for associating with narcotics users. he had needle marks as well.
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James P Brandon
Ts Annetie Iff
Fairmont Hospital
Santa Ana
Ronald L. Boykin
Vegas
Castro Valley
Brandon
Boykin
Rosh Hashanah Observances Worldwide Mark New Year
Jewish communities around the world begin Rosh Hashanah signaling the start of a solemn period of reflection and prayer. The High Holy Days continue toward Yom Kippur as the annual observance opens with sundown on the eve of the new year.
Berkeley invites four presidential candidates to speak on cameras
University of California Chancellor Albert Bowker invites the four major presidential candidates to address the campus on public television or broadcast cameras. The move aims to bring national political discourse to Berkeley students and faculty, signaling active engagement in the election.
McGovern HQ bugging tied to Watergate break in
Campaign director Lawrence O'Brien says several men accused of breaking into the Democratic National Committee headquarters also attempted to bug McGovern campaign offices at his Capitol Hill site. Passersby deterred the group at 1 a.m. May 27. O'Brien cites aut hority that two DNC telephones were tapped weeks before the June 17 Watergate break-in. Five men linked to Nixon circles were arrested and equipment seized.
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Highlands group weighs district plan changes
The Highlands organizer Lewis described a distressed battle meet and urged a broader effort, proposing adjustments to the district design. He suggested trimming Hayward Boulevard widening and removing improvements on Park side, Hillcrest, Home, Chronicle and upper Tribune. An organizing meeting is set for 8 p.m. at Highland Baptist Church.
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Efficiency of Mafia
Tosca argues that the Mafia operates with minimal bureaucracy and rapid response to change. He contrasts Mafia decision making with private business, noting less nepotism and emotion, and asserts the boss disciplines family members who fail to perform. He claims Mafia rivals corporate excellence through efficiency and avoidance of waste.
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Rights and duties for 18-year-olds in school law
County education code defines rights for 18-year-olds in education matters. Districts may not require parental approval for courses. an 18-year-old may consent to first aid treatment and drive on field trips if licensed and supervised. Adults can be liable for school property damage due to negligence or malicious conduct, while minors may also be civilly liable for wrongs. Public relations note favors parental notification in some cases.
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Antiwar terms removed from Nixon victory procurement bill
Washington reports negotiators in the House and Senate struck all antiwar language from a $20.9 billion military procurement bill, delivering Nixon another Vietnam policy win. The deleted provision would have set a four month funds cutoff after enactment, pending POW releases, while a lone dissent sought tying withdrawal to a ceasefire.
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Los Angeles Zoo Sells Rare Wild Asses
The Los Angeles Zoo sells two rare wild asses to Cheyenne Spe Oo in Colorado for 2968 dollars. Curator Dr Sharon Emerson notes two females born in three months, raising the local population to six. She says the species needs careful management.
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Mak
Sharon Emerson
Emerson
Gal says boyfriend stole her car in Dunkirk
In Dunkirk New York police said Odebraiski, quoted by UPI, accused her boyfriend Hardesty of stealing a car and returning it later. Bail was set at $1000 bond posted by Odebraiski on the second degree larceny charge.
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West Germany backs loan amid Arab retaliation threat
Bonn confirms a loan to counter threats after Black September demanded the release of three guerillas tied to the Olympic attack. The group warned of a heavy blow if prisoners were not freed, whileGerman officials warned of security risks and potential bomb plots targeting Jews during the Jewish New Year.
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Israeli Air Strikes Target Guerrillas Amid Regional Tensions
News reports outline Israeli air and artillery raids against Syrian and Lebanese targets amid cross border violence. Palestinian casualties are cited in Lebanon while Arab leaders exchange peace terms with Jordan's King Hussein. Golda Meir warns of generous terms only with territorial concessions and a lasting peace.
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Schools adopt new choices and split schedules across districts
San Lorenzo students pick elective enrichment subjects like candlemaking and photography while several district schools shift to a four to six split session. Newark seniors gain college credit via independent study, and Muller's Silva schools merge for individualized reading instruction. Hayward and New Haven join in regional programs with vocational, art, and integrated special education efforts, plus a kindergarten to 12 career plan trial. Fremont starts programs for young mothers, health education expands in San Leandro, and Castro Valley restructures admin and expands federally funded projects into regular classes.
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Silva
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Hayward
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Jotuy
Castro Valley
Man Arrested for Coat Theft at Mervyns Store
A man identified as Danny Joe Smith, also known as J J Daniel, was arrested outside Mervyn's at 16015 Via Aruba in San Lorenzo after allegedly stealing three coats. He was taken to Santa Rita county jail. Smith, with no permanent address and staying near Hayward, is also accused of taking another car from Mervyn's about a week earlier and holds an outstanding warrant for parole violation from the Department of Corrections.
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