Harmer says appointment aids Dymally in bid for lieutenant governor
In Sacramento Republican John Harmer argued his appointment as lieutenant governor benefits both his campaign and Democratic rival Mervyn Dymally. He noted a preappointment poll showing voters could not identify either candidate, and said Reagan should have named a caretaker to avoid criticism. Harmer, 40, discussed legal clearance to assume duties despite late conflict of interest filing and emphasized constitutional precedence over the new disclosure law.
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Harmer targets energy and housing after filing law
Harmer, who has already filed under this law, plans to address energy and housing during the next three months. He notes the lieutenant governor chairs the State Energy Manning Council and the Committee on Economic Development will push housing proposals. He says the energy council will map a winter energy use program for consumers while campaigning occupies spare time.
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Reagan urges Ford to cut budget not raise taxes
Gov. Reagan urges President Ford to implement immediate five percent cuts in domestic programs to fight inflation. He opposes any tax increases, argues for across the board budget reductions, says bloat in government is the root cause, and stresses fiscal restraint as a 1976 political path.
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Prop 17 spending nearly equal in Stanislaus River dam battle
Campaign reports show Friends of the River spending 115,068 to block the New Metones Dam while Californians Against Prop 17 list 114,236 in the run up to the November 3 ballot. Conservationists warn the dam would wipe out nine miles of rapids. supporters say it is needed for irrigation.
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Sacramento County Supervisor pleads guilty to DWI
Sacramento County Supervisor Ted Sheedy pleaded guilty to drunk driving saying he wanted to be treated like any other citizen. Additional charges of reckless driving and engaging in a speed contest were dropped after the plea. He, 32, was arrested at 3 a.m. on Sept. 4 after a police chase along Third Street ending when his car rammed a switch engine.
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