Court ruling preserves right to sue over school spankings
Supreme Court Justice Powell writes that students may sue teachers and face criminal charges for spankings and other punishments, while some officials defend corporal punishment and policies require prior written parental approval. dissent argues limits on Eighth Amendment protections.
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Supreme Court upholds corporal punishment ruling after 8th Amendment review
The Supreme Court leaves intact a ruling permitting corporal punishment in schools, reversing a lower court. It states states may add safeguards beyond the minimum, while dissenters warn protections may be inadequate. Two Miami teens recall severe paddling and the pain it caused. The National PTA condemns the decision as incredible and supports alternatives.
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PTA
Mayer says he sought money not conflict in interest
Mayer testified that in 1967 in Newport Beach Coppedge and Ballance pressed for help on property work and promised payment. Four years later they sought his aid for public projects, later revealing a contract with M. J. Brock Co. and a 25 percent share, with secret payments labeled Fat Cat and Timely beginning in December 1971.
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Newport Beach
Long Beach
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M.J. Brock Co
Jim Coppedge
Mayer describes Arca dia offers and firm stake in Pacific Terrace
Mayer testifies about offers including one third partnership and 25 000 share from Arca dia property sales. He rejects influence attempts and insists his only aim was to keep projects moving. He met William Dawson in 1970 and named architects for the development. Proceedings continue with cross examination as the trial nears a possible Thursday judge decision.
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Oakland mayor race narrows between Wilson and Tucker
In early Oakland mayoral returns Judge Lionel Wilson and stockbroker Dave Tucker traded the lead as 46.8 percent of ballots counted. Tucker held 12,944 votes, 39.8 percent, with Wilson close at 12,790 votes, 39.1 percent. runoff possible May 17 if no majority. Councilman Joe Coto trailed with 15.9 percent. In Berkeley, a leftist coalition led by Citizens Action contested seats, reducing Democratic gains.
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Oakland
Lionel Wilson
Dave Tucker
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Wilson
Joe Coto
Berkeley
Berkeley Citizens Action
Berkeley Democratic Council
Carter energy plan eyed with gasoline tax proposal
President Carter briefs lawmakers on energy measures proposing a standby gasoline tax of up to 50 cents per gallon if consumption rises. A five cent per gallon annual tax starting 1979 could be added, on top of possible broader price increases for fuels. Lawmakers debate political risks and economic impact.
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U.S
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House Senate
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D-Wash
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Howard H. Baker
R-Tenn
Auto Industry Faces Carter Energy Push and Gas Taxes
The Carter administration plans higher fuel costs and gas taxes up to 2520 per car to curb driving and fund cleaner cars. It also aims to require airbags and tighten emissions rules, drawing on aides tied to Ralph Nader. Industry allies warn of broad pressure and possible delays.
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White House
Schlesinger
U.S
Energy tax proposals warn of big fuel price hikes
Baker cites a 45 minute briefing from Schlesinger as Ashley notes key elements of Carter energy plans. A standby gasol line tax and higher oil and natural gas prices would accompany rebates for fuel efficient cars and tax credits for home insulation and solar energy devices.
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Schlesinger
Ashley
Carter
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