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Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1972
Page
3
At the Capitol steps the Organization of Unemployed Teachers led a rally urging California to provide adequate money for schools. Riles warned that budget shortfalls force layoff notices, while a State Board of Education finance bill aims to guarantee equal opportunity and adequate financing for education.
Sacramento report notes petitions to revive California capital punishment by amending the state constitution for the November ballot. Ken Brown of the California Correctional Officers Association says thousands have volunteered to circulate petitions. 520,806 signatures by June 9 are required. Attorney General Evelle Younger drafted the measure at Senator George Deukmejian’s request. Brown calls for $50,000 for the petition drive and argues removal of capital punishment would license killing innocent victims.
Deputy District Attorney Vincent Bugliosi leveled sharp charges against D A Joseph Busch at a news conference over the Sylmar tunnel explosion that killed several workers. He alleged gross negligence and called for felony charges if evidence supports it, noting state safety investigators hinted at backing felonies. Busch replied the case was not presented to his office and explained labor code limits. The city filed misdemeanor charges against Lockheed Shipbuilding and Construction Co., fined $400 for concealing evidence. Bugliosi cited statewide citations and scarce prosecutions by county officials.
California welfare chief Robert Carleson said a 13 page report supports the overall success of the Welfare Reform Act of 1971 while acknowledging a lag before effects appear. He stressed that the reforms are interrelated and no single provision can be measured alone and pointed to two findings as evidence the reforms have worked.
The Reagan administration will grant a 34 million cost of living increase to 44,100 aged blind and disabled welfare recipients starting April 1. The $5 monthly rise funds come from welfare reform savings and, under new law, will be spread over two years, lifting maximum checks to 226 or 237 dollars depending on care level for out-of-home facilities.
A cigarette advertisement argues smokers seek pleasure and presents Vantage as a low tar nicotine option with a unique filter. It claims Vantage delivers rich flavor with 12 milligrams tar and 0.8 milligrams nicotine, positioning it as easier to smoke without sacrificing taste.
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