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Newspaper
Lompoc Record
Location
Lompoc, California, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1973
Page
3
The Assembly debated Jack Fenton's no fault auto insurance plan, which critics call phony and costly. Opponents argue it raises premiums, requires duplicate coverage, and allows cancellations or nonrenewals under weak enforcement while limiting cash payouts and reducing legal rights.
The County Administrative Officer recommends denying E. Lynn Waldrip's vacation credits claim from the Mental Health Services Department, finding no entitlement. The plan also calls for a contract with Dr. Charles A. Bradley for gynecology services at Santa Barbara General Hospital at $1,500 per month starting April 1, matching the prior rate.
Guadalupe Mayor Bud Wong and city officials ask county permission to buy a 100 by 90 foot county lot on 9th St known as the old county jail site. City attorney Gerald W. Shipsey says it appears of little use to the county and could be declared surplus, with potential fit into Guadalupe’s future plans.
The Supreme Court without comment refused to disturb a lower court ruling that blocked the Alaska oil pipeline project. The decision upheld limits on a right of way wider than the 50 feet allowed by a 1920 law, with Alyeska and state officials arguing the line is vital to energy needs. The case also notes other high court actions on death penalty procedures and voting ballot access.
Cmdr. William R. Stark, a former POW held six years, criticizes Jane Fonda and other antiwar leaders for allegedly prolonging the war. He recounts brutal torture in North Vietnam including being hung by ankles for 28 hours, beatings, and a fractured arm and knee, noting the impact on his memory and injuries.
Sweden will no longer grant refuge to U S armed forces deserters or draft resisters. Americans in Sweden may stay. The government says the 1969 policy restricting to those facing service in a theater of war is now obsolete after the Vietnam peace treaty. About 450 deserters remain protected.
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