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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Dec 17, 1968

Page

15

Hayakawa as symbol to defend campuses and order

The piece argues Acting President Hayakawa of San Francisco State College embodies how college leaders must act to keep campuses open and protect freedom of education. It warns rioters threaten higher education and urges forceful action, including National Guard if needed, to halt violence and preserve law and order on campuses.

Hayakawa San Francisco State College J. Edgar Hoover San Francisco State San Francisco Area National Guard State College San Francisco San Mateo Junior College Humphrey Alioto

Pregnant Athletes May Continue Sports Says Winnipeg Doctor

Dr. Michael Bruser of Winnipeg argues in Obstetrics and Gynecology that normal sports during pregnancy pose little risk. He cites athletes who competed while pregnant, including a 1952 Olympic diver, and notes animals remain active late in pregnancy without harming outcomes.

Michael Bruser Winnipeg Canada Journal Obstetrics and Gynecology Animal Kingdom Bruser

Educational Aptitude Study Begins With Private Grants

A noted education researcher notes lack of reliable data on general U.S. education levels. For the first time a study aimed at measuring true educational aptitudes is being funded by private grants.

United States

Education in the United States Needs Hard Facts

Sydney Harris argues that the U.S. lacks a national, objective measure of education quality and reach. He compares this to public health data and urges overcoming local fears of scrutiny to enable informed action. He notes education as the nation’s largest industry and calls for comprehensive schooling statistics.

U.S

Hard political time ahead for both Unruh and Alioto

In 1969 California faces tough tests for Assembly leader Jess Unruh and San Francisco Mayor Joseph Alioto as they loom as potential 1970 gubernatorial contenders. Reagan’s term ends in 1970 and Murphy hints at another run. Alioto has built influence through Humphrey campaign work, mainly among northern moderates and Kennedy supporters.

Unruh Alioto Los Angeles NEA Jess Unruh California Democratic Assembly San Francisco Joseph Alioto Murphy Humphrey Robert F. Kennedy

Unruh and Alioto Face Tests in California Politics

California governors race dynamics in 1969-70 show Unruh losing speaker power yet remaining a strong campaigner while Alioto, San Francisco mayor, contends with city upheavals and national expectations. Unruh's image as boss lingers though party backing remains mixed.

Grassroots petitioner Butikofer targets campus subversion

George Butikofer, a 34 year old Long Beach resident, leads a petition drive calling for investigations into UC and State College System alumni, faculty, and administrators. He cites fears of anarchy and campus revolts, aims for 100 000 signatures, and hints at a taxpayer revolt to pressure lawmakers toward action and possible constitutional changes.

Jim Butikofer Butikofer Senate Assembly Coronado Ave Long Beach South Gate Joe McCarthy Southland

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