Sheriff dons jailhouse denims to press SF jail funds
San Francisco Sheriff Richard Hongisto wore ragged inmate denims to highlight funding needs for county jails. He urged better clothing, medical and dental care, sanitation, and food, saying he would wear the outfit at City Hall and public events to emphasize the message. The look featured a worn shirt, torn trousers, and jail shoes with holes.
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Measure Would Kill 5 Percent Gas Tax
A proposed measure by Assemblyman Mike Antonovich would repeal the 5 percent sales tax on gasoline placed last July 1. The plan would cut state revenue by about 133 million dollars and local governments by about 36 million annually, with unspecified general fund reimbursements planned for locals. The bill seeks to offset losses by drawing funds from the general fund.
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Reagan at 62 Eyes on 1976 White House Bid
Sacramento birthday note signals ongoing presidential ambitions for Ronald Reagan as he turns 62. News recounts discussion among Republicans predicting a possible challenge to Democratic incumbents in 1976 while Reagan dismisses age concerns and plans future political activity.
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Sacramento
Capitol
Reagan
California faces up to 300 million cost from new federal welfare law
Sacramento based officials warned the new federal welfare law, dubbed HRI, could cost California up to 300 million dollars annually. Earl W. Brian, secretary of the Health and Welfare Agency, told the Senate Finance Committee that the net expense would rise regardless. He noted state benefits exceed proposed federal payments and that regulations are not yet final, making estimates tentative. If California keeps mailing welfare checks, costs could reach 200 million. switching to federal mailings could drop the rise to about 172 million due to incentives.
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Beverly Seen Succeeding Monagan as GOP Leader
In Sacramento Assemblyman Robert G. Beverly emerged as the favorite to replace Robert T. Monagan as Assembly Republican leader if Monagan joins the Nixon administration. Beverly, a 47 year old Manhattan Beach attorney, said he will run for Monagan’s Assembly post if it becomes vacant, with substantial support noted. Potential rivals include Assemblymen Robert E. Badham and Robert H. Burke, who are waiting to see.
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