October 30, 1968 (12 pages)

N.C. Chamber chief resigns The office of president of the Nevada City Chamber of Commerce was declared vacant Monday following a special session called by the president to answer charges leveled at him when he was not present. Will Howard categorically answered the charfges and said he would not resign his office to “save face." Directors privately had asked him to step down. He had been accused of creating unrest between the chamber and the city council. He admitted to "raising cain" with the city council because of their lack of action in drafting and enforcing a historical ordinance, However, he said there was no ill will and he had been thanked after the ordinance was passed. In answer to a claim that he violated his position by speaking on issues at meetings, he said he felt it necessary. He-said so few directors participated he found it necessary to speak in order that both sides of controversial issues be fully aired. Howard contended that he was familiar with "Roberts Rules of Order," but argued that he didn't believe they were important ina "small town" and that he was not going to "rock the boat" by observing them. Directors were critical of Howard for taking petitions to merchants regarding their wishes concerning removing parking meters. They claimed he acted without knowledge or approval of directors, Howard said his petitions showed an overwhelming majority of the merchants wished the meters removed and "whether I remain president you have a mandate-and should go to the city council and fight."" : Howard contended he had bee elected when "no one else would take the job." He said he felt that he had been a working president and had accomplished a great deal, However, he stated if it were the will of the majority he would step down. The meeting was turned over to George Brooks, vice presi‘ dent, after the seven directors present voted unanimously to accept. Howard's resignation, Director Roy Stauffer expressed appreciation for Howard's efforts and the things he has accomplished. He asked Howard to remain active saying each person has a function in the chamber. Stauffer admired Howared's refusal to "bow out on any false pretense." Howard said he intended to stay on the board and serve, The next regular meeting will be held at noon Monday in the city hall. Bob Gilberg’s miniatures at The Gallery Bob Gilberg's miniatures remain on exhibit at The Gallery in Nevada City through Nov. 8, The one-man show started the first of October and will be the last show until after the Artists' Christmas Fair, this year on Nov. 30 and Dec. 1. The Gallery is open Wednesdays through Sundays from 1:30 until 4 p.m. » RECOMMENDS THE FOLLOWING VOTE ON THE NOV: 5 BALLOT PROPOSALS — No. Title Vote te: Tax Revision YES 1 Constitutional Revision YES 2 Taxation of Publicly Owned Property NO 3 Bonds to Provide State College, University and Urban School Facilities YES 4 Personal Income Tax YES 5 Hospital Loans YES 6 Gross Premium Tax YES q State Funds : YES 8 Apportionment of Local Sales and Use Tax YES Watson Tax Limitation NO A PL 984 $4,95 million federal loan for improvement of NID water distribution system YES B Davis-Grunsky $3.5 million state loan for development of domestic water system YES O.E. “Oz” Dunaway kaye “Vote for a winning team, Dick Nixon will need a strong Republican congress to help him do the work that has to be done in Washington."’ ELECT REPUBLICAN DUNAWAW U.S. CONGRESS — 2ND DISTRICT The Nevada County Nugget October-30, 1968 5 Parents urged ro warn children about corners Most pedestrian accidents occur to school age children crossing streets between corners, For this reason, the California State Automobile Association cautions parents that children must be taught to cross only at corners. The child who runs into the street suddenly or who darts out from between parked cars, is in grave danger because many times the driver cannot stop in time to prevent a tragedy. The CSAA added that pedesy trian accidents involving children would be greatly reduced if parents would emphasize two basic safety rules to their children: 1, Cross only at corners or Within approved crosswalks, 2. Play away from traffic. Parents should also set a good example by observing all pedestrian safety rules themselves, the CSAA reminded. As part of AAA's nationwide school traffic safety education program, this poster is being distributed to all parts of the country. a CRoss ONL corWNeRs WINNER, AAA TRAFFIC SAFETY POSTER CONTEST World's largest cow, owned by a Wisconsis dairy farmer, weighs 2,200 pounds, and stands 62 inches high. Her name is Reflection Honey of Lakehurst. BUSINES _ BILLBOARD SEAFOODS AND. CHICKEN Served ‘til 2 am ae THURS.-FRI.-SAT. ee FROM 4 P.M. “7 KvClub Crazy Horse oneer Antiques SHOPKEEPERS RICHARD & SHIRLEY WILLEY 313 Broad Street NEVADA CITY — 265-4841 BOWLING @ BILLIARDS At The Jolly Roger Lanes Grass Valley, Calif. NEVADA CITY, CALIF. é (Formerly Sven Skaar's Shop) THE GIPSON'S 273-2361 REAL ESTATE COLLECTORS EMPORIUM ANTIQUES Richard & Shirley Willey Shopkeepers 232 Commercial St, Nevada City, 265-2116 There's a home in your future with RP. 201 Maia ST St. 6.V. 273-8473 ra % eae fe seicice. cee E. 4. DALPEZ pial JEwWRLew. 310 Broad. bt, Nevada Ci a WASHINGTON HOTEL f ROOMS—COCKTAILS Breakfast—Lunch—Dinner Washington, Calif. 265-4 Len Gilbert FARMERS INSURANCE GROUP 111 W. MAIN P.O. BOX 1034 GRASS VALLEY, CALIF. 95945 PH. 273-6166 The Bottle Shop YOUR FRIENDLY STORE WINE — LIQUOR — BEER TOBACCO 1 SPORTING GOODS 306 BROAD ST., NEVADA CITY OAR. }8O8 LONG INSURANCE 707 NEVADA CITY HIGHWAY GRASS VALLEY, CALIFORNIA PHONE 273-2038 . 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N.C. Chamber chief resigns The office of president of the Nevada City Chamber of Commerce was declared vacant Monday following a special session called by the president to answer charges leveled at him when he was not present. Will Howard categorically answered the charfges and said he would not resign his office to “save face." Directors privately had asked him to step down. He had been accused of creating unrest between the chamber and the city council. He admitted to "raising cain" with the city council because of their lack of action in drafting and enforcing a historical ordinance, However, he said there was no ill will and he had been thanked after the ordinance was passed. In answer to a claim that he violated his position by speaking on issues at meetings, he said he felt it necessary. He-said so few directors participated he found it necessary to speak in order that both sides of controversial issues be fully aired. Howard contended that he was familiar with "Roberts Rules of Order," but argued that he didn't believe they were important ina "small town" and that he was not going to "rock the boat" by observing them. Directors were critical of Howard for taking petitions to merchants regarding their wishes concerning removing parking meters. They claimed he acted without knowledge or approval of directors, Howard said his petitions showed an overwhelming majority of the merchants wished the meters removed and "whether I remain president you have a mandate-and should go to the city council and fight."" : Howard contended he had bee elected when "no one else would take the job." He said he felt that he had been a working president and had accomplished a great deal, However, he stated if it were the will of the majority he would step down. The meeting was turned over to George Brooks, vice presi‘ dent, after the seven directors present voted unanimously to accept. Howard's resignation, Director Roy Stauffer expressed appreciation for Howard's efforts and the things he has accomplished. He asked Howard to remain active saying each person has a function in the chamber. Stauffer admired Howared's refusal to "bow out on any false pretense." Howard said he intended to stay on the board and serve, The next regular meeting will be held at noon Monday in the city hall. Bob Gilberg’s miniatures at The Gallery Bob Gilberg's miniatures remain on exhibit at The Gallery in Nevada City through Nov. 8, The one-man show started the first of October and will be the last show until after the Artists' Christmas Fair, this year on Nov. 30 and Dec. 1. The Gallery is open Wednesdays through Sundays from 1:30 until 4 p.m. » RECOMMENDS THE FOLLOWING VOTE ON THE NOV: 5 BALLOT PROPOSALS — No. Title Vote te: Tax Revision YES 1 Constitutional Revision YES 2 Taxation of Publicly Owned Property NO 3 Bonds to Provide State College, University and Urban School Facilities YES 4 Personal Income Tax YES 5 Hospital Loans YES 6 Gross Premium Tax YES q State Funds : YES 8 Apportionment of Local Sales and Use Tax YES Watson Tax Limitation NO A PL 984 $4,95 million federal loan for improvement of NID water distribution system YES B Davis-Grunsky $3.5 million state loan for development of domestic water system YES O.E. “Oz” Dunaway kaye “Vote for a winning team, Dick Nixon will need a strong Republican congress to help him do the work that has to be done in Washington."’ ELECT REPUBLICAN DUNAWAW U.S. CONGRESS — 2ND DISTRICT The Nevada County Nugget October-30, 1968 5 Parents urged ro warn children about corners Most pedestrian accidents occur to school age children crossing streets between corners, For this reason, the California State Automobile Association cautions parents that children must be taught to cross

only at corners. The child who runs into the street suddenly or who darts out from between parked cars, is in grave danger because many times the driver cannot stop in time to prevent a tragedy. The CSAA added that pedesy trian accidents involving children would be greatly reduced if parents would emphasize two basic safety rules to their children: 1, Cross only at corners or Within approved crosswalks, 2. Play away from traffic. Parents should also set a good example by observing all pedestrian safety rules themselves, the CSAA reminded. As part of AAA's nationwide school traffic safety education program, this poster is being distributed to all parts of the country. a CRoss ONL corWNeRs WINNER, AAA TRAFFIC SAFETY POSTER CONTEST World's largest cow, owned by a Wisconsis dairy farmer, weighs 2,200 pounds, and stands 62 inches high. Her name is Reflection Honey of Lakehurst. BUSINES _ BILLBOARD SEAFOODS AND. CHICKEN Served ‘til 2 am ae THURS.-FRI.-SAT. ee FROM 4 P.M. “7 KvClub Crazy Horse oneer Antiques SHOPKEEPERS RICHARD & SHIRLEY WILLEY 313 Broad Street NEVADA CITY — 265-4841 BOWLING @ BILLIARDS At The Jolly Roger Lanes Grass Valley, Calif. NEVADA CITY, CALIF. é (Formerly Sven Skaar's Shop) THE GIPSON'S 273-2361 REAL ESTATE COLLECTORS EMPORIUM ANTIQUES Richard & Shirley Willey Shopkeepers 232 Commercial St, Nevada City, 265-2116 There's a home in your future with RP. 201 Maia ST St. 6.V. 273-8473 ra % eae fe seicice. cee E. 4. DALPEZ pial JEwWRLew. 310 Broad. bt, Nevada Ci a WASHINGTON HOTEL f ROOMS—COCKTAILS Breakfast—Lunch—Dinner Washington, Calif. 265-4 Len Gilbert FARMERS INSURANCE GROUP 111 W. MAIN P.O. BOX 1034 GRASS VALLEY, CALIF. 95945 PH. 273-6166 The Bottle Shop YOUR FRIENDLY STORE WINE — LIQUOR — BEER TOBACCO 1 SPORTING GOODS 306 BROAD ST., NEVADA CITY OAR. }8O8 LONG INSURANCE 707 NEVADA CITY HIGHWAY GRASS VALLEY, CALIFORNIA PHONE 273-2038 . Representing The Travelers Ins, Conpanies Smokey's. GULF STATION At the Plaza, N.C. For Big Results Call A. SMALL JAMTORIAL SERVICE Woman‘’s Janitorial Service For Office Or Home 1P] 21 WATER PROBLEMS Call 273-4493 Pumps—Filters Pipe—Fittings . GEO. A. KING & SON .