Senators consider ban on clubs amid gun control push
In a note on crime trends Senator John Tunney weighs legislation banning instruments used as clubs as willful homicides rise 32.9 percent with clubs while gun deaths fall 2.6 percent since 1974. Also, a classic SP4449 steam locomotive tours Red Bluff for Bicentennial events, arriving 1:55 p.m. for about 30 minutes before continuing the westward tour.
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Red Bluff
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Portland
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Predator control bills advance in state legislature
A 1945 item notes a bill for an annual 75000 dollar predatory animal control appropriation awaiting the governor’s signature. It would match county or stockman programs. Tehama County previously received about 2500 dollars. A second 75000 dollar fish and game fund is proposed for predator work.
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Father's Day origins and FCC formed highlight 1975 almanac
Almanac notes Father’s Day first observed in Spokane 1910 and the 1934 creation of the Federal Communications Commission to regulate interstate radio and television. It also lists celestial sights and notable birthdays including Blaise Pascal. The puzzle clues mix with references to Shakespearean and musical items.
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CIA Crimes Prosecutions discussed by Washington columnists
Washington sources say Justice Department faces whether to prosecute top CIA leaders or carrying agents for crimes under CIA auspices. The piece notes past failures to indict high-ranking figures, and cites disputes over legal questions and potential cases.
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High School Yearbook Gratitude Letter Praises 1975 Dictum Est
A Red Bluff Union High School community thanks the student staff led by Dee Metcalf and Sandy Wetmore for the 1975 Dictum Est yearbook. Principal Robert Hickman and Administrative Advisor Dean Healey are cited for executive support in producing a meaningful keepsake.
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Open Letter Urges Defending Second Amendment at Capitol
Douglass of Red Bluff California writes that legislators must uphold the Constitution and oppose gun laws. He condemns leniency for criminals and warns of mass protests if further gun restrictions pass, aligning with Senator Bill Richardson's stance.
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Bill Richardson
Douglass Red Bluff
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A Pity To Step Backward Letter on capital punishment debate
A reader argues abolition would be a moral evolution and cites deterrence failures. The writer condemns violence in media and cites Vietnam and Calley to oppose state killing. If justice exists, punishment or life imprisonment with rehabilitation is preferred over the death penalty.
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Brezhnev Seen Stronger as Elections Signal Leader’s Stand
Brezhnev appeared healthy and jovial after voting in nationwide elections for local and regional parliaments. He signaled continued detente and European security as priorities, outpacing Podgorny and Kosygin in nominations and implying Shelepin’s diminished influence. He hinted at an early summit date with the 35 nations involved in European security talks.
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Brezhnev’s Visit Tied to Security Talks Outcomes
The article notes a Ford meeting delayed until security talks conclude and Kissinger cites progress in Soviet U.S. arms talks as a condition. Kremlin speculation centers on Brezhnev seeking a final mark with the European Security conference and arms negotiations, possibly retiring voluntarily.
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Governors Confer Over Oil Yet Stymied By Unity
The 67th National Governors Conference in New Orleans exposed fault lines among states over oil policy with offshore drilling clashing with coastal enviro concerns. A 27-11 vote defeated broad exploitation. governors backed voluntary energy conservation while solidifying no strong record on energy action. Maine's James Longley quipped that only the waiters seemed to benefit from the session.
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Public schools face funding and curriculum problems in California
A state Education Department survey of 2000 people shows inadequate financial support as the top problem for California public schools followed by poor curriculum. Superintendent Wilson Riles cites lack of interest, lack of discipline, school size and class size, facilities, integration, segregation, and drug use as further major concerns.
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Public School Problems Highlight Funding and Curriculum
A survey shows inadequate funding as the top issue for the system with students rating poor curriculum as the main problem. Lack of discipline and insufficient financial support follow, while parents and educators differ on priorities. Sex education leads proposed new programs with 89 percent support, student involvement in evaluation ranking high among youths.
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Ford gains in poll May shape 1976 race
UPI reports California Poll shows Ford would defeat most Democrats now and likely beat most rivals. Kennedy would face Ford in a three way race, with Kennedy leading Ford 43 to 31 if Reagan ran third, Reagan at 21 percent. Wallace would draw 19 percent.
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Kennedy
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Alabama
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