CHP seeks radar to enforce 55 mph speed limit in California
California Highway Patrol wants 200 radar units to catch speeders, backing moving-visible enforcement in plain sight. The move, costing about 300000, aims to boost compliance rather than increase citations, with support from Energy Commissioner Moretti and Governor Brown’s appointee Craig.
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Arco gas deal approved under protest by PUC
The California Public Utilities Commission reaffirmed its approval under protest of a controversial Atlantic Richfield Co. deal with a local utility to develop natural gas in Alaska. Commission President D.W. outlined the commission’s position and objections.
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Kidney patient dies finally of heart seizure
San Bernardino resident Chuck McCracken, 37, died at Loma Linda Community Hospital nine weeks after stopping his artificial kidney treatment. Blind and diabetic, he sought death by self-determination, saying dialysis was agony and life with a machine was not humane. He predicted a uremic decline and died from a heart seizure as his family stayed at his side.
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Loma Linda Community Hospital
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Signs of winter sweep six Midwest states
A slow moving cold front brings rain and frost warnings from Michigan to Missouri while temperatures plunge to the 20s in the upper Great Lakes. Flood damage from Eloise totals $125.7 million across 12 New York counties, with public and private property and agriculture affected.
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Labor chiefs clash with privilege amid recession gloom
Nearly 2,000 AFL-CIO delegates gather in San Francisco for a biennial convention led by George Meany. Talks center on unemployment and policy, with potential 1976 Democratic candidates Henry Jackson and Lloyd Bentsen slated to speak. Cesar Chavez's UFW gains attention as labor leaders push for jobs programs and labor-backed candidates amid a lingering recession.
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Chavez wife and daughter arrested at Delano grape ranch
Helen Chavez and Linda Rodriguez, wife and daughter of Cesar Chavez, were cited for trespassing after attempting to organize workers at Pandol Bros. ranch in Delano. The arrests, part of a broader farm access dispute, drew reactions from the UFW and involved court actions over farm access rules.
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Erotic Art Museum Wins Short-Term Reprieve
The San Francisco Museum of Erotic Art will stay open at least three more weeks amid heavy visitor demand. Spokesman Rev. Ted McKvenna said turnout has surged to about 500 daily, making closure unlikely if this pace continues. The Kronhausens’ private collection features 2000 objects spanning 2000 years of sexual expression including works from India Japan China and modern masters Picasso and Grosz.
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China
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George Grosz
Insulate Attic To Cut Heating Bills
Advice urges homeowners to add attic insulation to save energy. It notes winter heating costs can drop up to 20 percent with floor insulation in unfinished attics and further savings in summer cooling. One third of Northern California homes have no insulation. The guide suggests contacting a building supply dealer or insulation contractor and mentions financing options.
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Insulation Contractors Association
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