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Malfunctioning elevators worry elderly residents

By Hank Sims Daily Planet correspondent
Friday September 07, 2001

Last Saturday, the doors closed behind 88-year old Bea Geller, but the little elevator didn’t budge. And the doors wouldn’t open again. None of the buttons responded. -more-


Calendar of Events & Activities

Staff
Friday September 07, 2001


Friday, Sept. 7

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NGO activist finds frustration and inspiration at conference on racism

By Lillian Galedo Pacific News Service
Friday September 07, 2001

DURBAN, South Africa – I’m halfway around the globe, in the midst of an exhausting, inspiring culture shock. -more-


A Holocaust survivor returns to the scene of her horrors

By Peter Crimmins Daily Planet correspondent
Friday September 07, 2001

When speaking about the Holocaust there are many levels that might be difficult to fathom: the cunning political maneuverings, the cultural devastation, the cold ingenuity of the concentration camp’s engineering and the deep, almost inhuman hatred humans are capable of. -more-


Staff
Friday September 07, 2001

924 Gilman Sept. 7: Carry On, Champion, Breaker Breaker, Saturday Supercade, Fields of Fire; Sept. 8: Lab Rats, Relative; Most shows $5 and start at 8 p.m. unless noted. 924 Gilman St. 525-9926


Cal men face Fullerton, LMU

Staff Report
Friday September 07, 2001

The Cal men’s soccer team will host the fifth-annual adidas-Legacy Classic this weekend, as Stanford, Loyola Marymount and CSU Fullerton visit Edwards Stadium. -more-


Lukewarm response to new Berkeley High accreditation goals

By Jeffrey Obser Daily Planet correspondent
Friday September 07, 2001

The Berkeley School Board on Wednesday adopted a new set of educational goals for Berkeley High, intended to buttress the school’s beleaguered accreditation standing – even as some board members and parents expressed disappointment and warned the new Expected Schoolwide Learning Results (ESLRs) may still be insufficient. -more-


A view with some room downtown

Merrilie Mitchell
Friday September 07, 2001

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Bob Hope released from hospital

Associated Press
Friday September 07, 2001

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Comedian Bob Hope was released Thursday from a hospital where he had been treated for pneumonia since late last month. -more-


’Jackets look to excel in wide-open ACCAL

By Jared Green Daily Planet Staff
Friday September 07, 2001

New coach, QB hoping to get Berkeley off to a quick start -more-


Child hit by mom’s car dies

By Mary Spicuzza Special to the Daily Planet
Friday September 07, 2001

EMERYVILLE – Prithviraj Singh said his 3-year-old son cannot understand what happened to the boy’s only sister, Eveneet Deol. The 5-year-old Deol, who was struck by her mother’s car last Friday morning after being dropped off for school at Anna Yates Elementary, died at Childrens’ Hospital Oakland Wednesday afternoon -more-


Fine Arts building proposed for downtownFine Arts building proposed for downtown

By John GeluardiDaily Planet staff
Friday September 07, 2001

Downtown developer Patrick Kennedy submitted plans last month to develop a five-story, mixed-use building on Shattuck Avenue at the location of the Fine Arts Cinema. -more-


Census: Blacks leaving San Francisco in droves

By OLGA R. RODRIGUEZ Associated Press Writer
Friday September 07, 2001

SAN FRANCISCO — Bobbie Webb considers himself a survivor of a seismic shift in San Francisco’s population. -more-


POLICE NEWS

compiled by Kenyatte Davis
Friday September 07, 2001

Two bank robberies over the past week have brought the Berkeley total since Aug. 27 to four, according to police Lt. Cynthia Harris. -more-


Small theater a unique downtown Berkeley gem

By John Geluardi Daily Planet staff
Friday September 07, 2001

The Fine Arts Cinema may soon find itself without a home when the building it occupies is razed to make way for a five-story, mixed-use building. -more-


All Bay Bridge lanes to get Fastrak

Bay City News
Friday September 07, 2001

OAKLAND – Caltrans plans to equip all lanes of the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge with Fastrak lanes this fall, a spokesman announced Thursday. -more-


Garden decorations growing in popularity

By Dave Carpenter Associated Press Writer
Friday September 07, 2001

CHICAGO — How does your garden grow? -more-


Israeli ‘new’ historian startles audience

By Sasha Khokha Special to the Daily Planet
Friday September 07, 2001

An Israeli historian known for being critical of Israeli policy surprised his audience Wednesday night by focusing on the “repeated blunders” that, he says, Palestinians have made in handling negotiations over land. -more-


Senate passes bill boosting workers’ compensation benefits

By Jim Wasserman Associated Press Writer
Friday September 07, 2001

SACRAMENTO — Setting up a possible showdown between a Democratic Legislature and governor who’s twice vetoed similar bills, the state Senate voted Thursday to boost benefits for injured workers in California. -more-


Assembly OKs bill requiring energy hearings

By Jennifer Coleman Associated Press Writer
Friday September 07, 2001

SACRAMENTO — A bill that would require California’s power-buying agency to hold public hearings on billions of dollars worth of long-term energy contracts passed a key Assembly committee Thursday. -more-


No BART strike – for now

By Jeffrey Obser Daily Planet correspondent
Thursday September 06, 2001

A San Francisco Superior Court judge extended a strike injunction on one of BART’s three unions Wednesday morning, easing the specter of a Bay Area transit crisis for at least another six weeks. -more-


Panthers looking to open up offense

By Jared Green Daily Planet Staff
Thursday September 06, 2001

The 2001 St. Mary’s varsity football team will have to cope with the loss of one of the best players in school history, along with the retirement of its coach of 16 years. The Panthers also lost a star they never really had this summer. But with some big weapons on offense and an infusion of new talent on defense, the Panthers should be back in the hunt for the Bay Shore Athletic League title this season. -more-


Guy Poole
Thursday September 06, 2001


Thursday, Sept. 6

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That surplus belongs to Social Security

Theodore Roszak
Thursday September 06, 2001

Is it possible that the Democrats are overlooking President Bush’s real game plan for Social Security? Not that they’re wrong in charging him with fiscal recklessness. -more-


Radicals and radio rebels highlight MadCat

By Peter Crimmins Daily Planet Correspondent
Thursday September 06, 2001

A former Bay Area filmmaker has made a new documentary about a group of Vietnam War protesters who embodied a maxim deeply rooted in American free speech: “If we’re about bringing change through nonviolence,” says a lifelong activist in the film, “then we should think seriously about being free enough to go to jail.” -more-


Music

Staff
Thursday September 06, 2001

Report challenges lab’s assessment of tritium safety

By John Geluardi Daily Planet staff
Thursday September 06, 2001

The final risk-assessment report for Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory’s tritium facility was released last month and indicates the largest danger of exposure to radioactive material would be during a fire or other disaster. -more-


Cal’s Sabo honored for weekend performance

Staff
Thursday September 06, 2001

Cal forward Kyla Sabo was named to Soccer Buzz’s first-ever National Elite Team of the Week on Tuesday. -more-


With Democrats like these, we don’t need Republicans

Bruce Joffe Piedmont
Thursday September 06, 2001

Cuts could hurt city health programs for moms, kids

By Judith Scherr Daily Planet staff
Thursday September 06, 2001

Unless the Legislature and governor restore health care funds Gov. Gray Davis slashed from the state budget in July, Berkeley will have to cut about $100,000 from its maternal and child health programs. -more-


‘Clean Air Champions’ honored

Bay City News
Thursday September 06, 2001

SAN FRANCISCO – An activist, a weather anchor, a teen-ager, a car fleet manager and an electric vehicle enthusiast were all honored Wednesday as Bay Area Air Quality Management District's 2001 Clean Air “champions.” -more-


St. Joseph’s gives workers the pulpit

By Sasha Khokha Special to the Daily Planet
Thursday September 06, 2001

On Sunday morning, a preacher of a different sort took the podium at St. Joseph the Worker Church in central Berkeley. -more-


Group bids to head waterfront development

Associated Press
Thursday September 06, 2001

OAKLAND (AP) — A team of East Bay developers has been selected for a $500 million, 60-acre deal to transform an industrial neighborhood into a thriving waterfront district and a possible future home for the Oakland Athletics. -more-


Lawyer: More abuse suits against LDS church likely

By Andrew Kramer Associated Press Writer
Thursday September 06, 2001

PORTLAND, Ore. — Lawyers for an Oregon man who claims the Mormon church is responsible for sexual abuse he suffered as a child said Wednesday a $3 million settlement will open the way for other child-abuse lawsuits against the church. -more-


Immigrant groups urge governor to ease 1994 restrictions on driver’s licenses

Associated Press
Thursday September 06, 2001

LOS ANGELES (AP) — An immigrant rights group urged Gov. Gray Davis on Wednesday to support a change in state law that restricts illegal immigrants from obtaining driver’s licenses. -more-


Protections for hate crime victims signed into law

The Associated Press
Thursday September 06, 2001

Talks intensify as European delegates ready to walk out of racism conference

By Chris Tomlinson Associated Press Writer
Thursday September 06, 2001

DURBAN, South Africa — Under threat of a devastating European walkout, the World Conference Against Racism held closed-door meetings Wednesday to try to find compromise language on the Israel-Palestinian conflict and reparations for slavery. -more-


Where slump stops, nobody knows

By John Cunniff AP Business Analyst
Thursday September 06, 2001

NEW YORK — The reality is that nobody really knows when the economic slump will end and the upturn begin. Not Alan Greenspan, nor corporate chiefs, nor those oft-quoted “experts.” -more-


Chevron Oil announces move from SF

The Associated Press
Thursday September 06, 2001

SAN FRANCISCO — Oil giant Chevron Corp. announced Wednesday that it will end its 122-year history as a San Francisco company by moving its headquarters to a suburban campus in San Ramon, 40 miles east of its current home. -more-


Investors aren’t buying HP’s Compaq plan

Associated Press
Thursday September 06, 2001

SAN JOSE (AP) — Investors pounded the stocks of Hewlett-Packard Co. and Compaq Computer Corp. to 52-week lows Wednesday, showing that Wall Street has yet to be convinced HP’s acquisition of Compaq is a good idea. -more-


On 50th anniversary of peace, opinions divided on need for Japan war apology

By Justin Pritchard Associated Press Writer
Thursday September 06, 2001

SAN FRANCISCO — More Californians think Japan should atone for atrocities its troops committed during World War II than believe the United States should apologize for the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, according to a new survey. -more-


Commission eyes salaries, training in effort to recruit good teachers

The Associated Press
Thursday September 06, 2001

SACRAMENTO – California needs to try new ways to find and keep great teachers in public schools, such as creating a world-class teacher academy or a special credential for teachers who succeed in poor schools, says a new state commission report. -more-


Assembly OKs bill imposing fine for leaving child alone in car

Associated Press
Thursday September 06, 2001

SACRAMENTO (AP) — People who leave small children alone in cars could face $100 fines under a bill approved Wednesday by the state Assembly. -more-


Women employees at LBNL charge sex discrimination

By John Geluardi Daily Planet staff
Wednesday September 05, 2001

Six female employees filed a grievance in late July with the director of Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory charging that female administrative specialists are underpaid and underpromoted, compared to their male counterparts. -more-


Calendar of Events & Activities

Wednesday September 05, 2001

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Support increased funding for sustainable agriculture

By Emily Franciskovich
Wednesday September 05, 2001

The languishing farm economy in California has taken its toll on many family farmers. As California’s agricultural sector continues to struggle through a year plagued with energy crisis, low prices and water shortages, sustainable agriculture and organic farming offer realistic, viable solutions. -more-


Sculptor revels in freedom to create

Maryann Maslan Special to the Daily Planet
Wednesday September 05, 2001

From a land where time had more value than money and dreams were haunted by mysterious creatures called djinns came artist, philosopher and pacifist Khalil Bendib. -more-


Proposed district boundary would exclude candidate

By Hank Sims Daily Planet Correspondent
Wednesday September 05, 2001

The race to succeed state Assemblymember Dion Aroner in 2002 was thrown into chaos on Friday, when an Assembly committee released its statewide proposal for new district boundaries. -more-


Letter to the Editor

Wednesday September 05, 2001

Berkeley High, pixie dust and staggered lunch -more-


First novel sheds light on grief, survival and family secrets

Sari Friedman Special to the Daily Planet
Wednesday September 05, 2001

Elizabeth Rosner says she was “the child who asked a lot of questions, always trying to fill in the gaps and mystery” of her parents’ experiences during the Holocaust. -more-


Area nurses to join rally at Capitol Thursday

Staff
Wednesday September 05, 2001

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Fairfield teachers reach contract accord

Staff
Wednesday September 05, 2001

FAIRFIELD (AP) — Teachers were back in class after a tentative two-year contract agreement was reached over the Labor Day weekend. -more-


Police news

Kenyatte Davis
Wednesday September 05, 2001

A shooting near the corner of King and Harmon streets sent a 16-year-old male to Children’s Hospital in Oakland, according to Berkeley Police Lt. Cynthia Harris. -more-


Third BART union holds Wednesday strike option

By Ritu Bhatnagar Associated Press Writer
Wednesday September 05, 2001

SAN FRANCISCO — The threat of a BART strike may not be over, as a third union awaits a court decision to either extend or revoke a restraining order that prevents it from striking. -more-


Trial Opens in Suit against Bay Area Biotech firm

By Gary Gentile Associated Press writer
Wednesday September 05, 2001

LOS ANGELES — A contract signed before anyone knew billions would be made selling bioengineered drugs is at the heart of a $400 million legal dispute between a pharmaceutical company and the research center whose work led to several key patents. -more-


San Jose may rename airport to honor Mineta

The Associated Press
Wednesday September 05, 2001

SAN JOSE — The lyrical pop-song question “Do You Know the Way To San Jose,” may soon have a new answer — the Norman Y. Mineta Airport. -more-


Sen. Gramm announces retirement plans

By David Espo AP Special Correspondent
Wednesday September 05, 2001

WASHINGTON — Texas Republican Phil Gramm said Tuesday he will leave the Senate at the end of his third term next year, following fellow conservatives Jesse Helms and Strom Thurmond into retirement and closing out a career as an unflinching advocate of lower taxes and less government. -more-


Mint warns collectors: Don’t get buffaloed

Staff
Wednesday September 05, 2001

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Mint warned collectors of its new American buffalo commemorative silver dollars Tuesday to make sure they bought the real thing. -more-


Environmentalists say free speech rights were violated

The Associated Press
Wednesday September 05, 2001

KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. — Claiming their civil rights were violated by a policeman warning of violence over shutting off water to farmers, two environmentalists filed claims Tuesday against the city for $100,000 each. -more-


Assembly OKs bill giving nursing mothers a break

Staff
Wednesday September 05, 2001

SACRAMENTO (AP) — Breast-feeding mothers would get breaks and an appropriate room to express milk at work for their infants at home under a bill sent to the governor Tuesday. -more-


Bill would allow overnight visits with inmate mothers

Staff
Wednesday September 05, 2001

SACRAMENTO (AP) — Female inmates serving life sentences could get overnight visits with their children under a bill approved Tuesday by the California Assembly. -more-


Law urges free legal help for poor

Staff
Wednesday September 05, 2001

SACRAMENTO (AP) — Law firms that work for the state would have to attempt to provide a certain amount of free legal services to the poor under a bill approved Tuesday by the Senate. -more-


Appeals court guts state’s affirmative action programs

By David Kravets Associated Press Writer
Wednesday September 05, 2001

SAN FRANCISCO — Nearly five years after California voters approved Proposition 209 banning affirmative action, a state appeals court Tuesday declared invalid a host of race- and gender-based government hiring programs. -more-


Idle hands have an opportunity to help

By Karen A. Davis Associated Press Writer
Wednesday September 05, 2001

SAN JOSE — About 80 of the 6,000 employees Cisco Systems laid off in April have found a good reason to hold their heads high at a time when many suddenly unemployed tech workers are having a tough time coping. -more-


Talks under way to salvage racism conference

By Dina Kraft Associated Press Writer
Wednesday September 05, 2001

DURBAN, South Africa — Desperate to save the U.N. racism conference, the European Union and South Africa joined forces Tuesday to try resolving the language dispute that prompted a walkout by the United States and Israel. -more-


Poets’ potluck celebrates joys of creativity in verse

By Alex I. Halperin Special to the Daily Planet
Tuesday September 04, 2001

“Is this the home of the sordid and sundry poets?” asked Julian Waller upon arriving at the Bay Area Poets Coalition’s seventh annual Labor Day potluck picnic and reading. Held in Live Oak Park, the cozy gathering was a way for an eclectic group of local poets and poetry aficionados to bond over poetry, food and conversation. -more-


Guy Poole
Tuesday September 04, 2001


Tuesday, Sept. 4


Don’t debate whether Zionism equals racism

Mark Tarses Berkeley
Tuesday September 04, 2001

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Reading program set to catch problems early

By Ben Lumpkin Daily Planet staff
Tuesday September 04, 2001

It’s been common knowledge in the school district for years that certain students – a high percentage of them minority students – were not learning to read in the critical early grades of elementary school. -more-


Palestinian activists are diverse

Greg Hoadley Oakland
Tuesday September 04, 2001

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Talks to avert BART strike span long holiday weekend

By Ritu Bhatnagar Associated Press Writer
Tuesday September 04, 2001

OAKLAND — BART unions say they’re much closer to an agreement, but management says they’re still far apart, as negotiations continued through the Labor Day holiday. -more-


Apartheid means segregation by skin color

David Singer Berkeley
Tuesday September 04, 2001

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SJP is a diverse group, addressing an issue of human rights

Samuel Hoffman Berkeley
Tuesday September 04, 2001

An energy-efficient refrigerator can save you money

By Alice LaPierre
Tuesday September 04, 2001

Right now there are at least two programs under which Californians can save a significant amount of money by being energy efficient: the Governor’s 20/20 Rebate Program, and the 1-2-3 Cashback Program through Pacific Gas & Electric for energy-efficient appliances and fixtures. With a little up-front expense, the long-term benefits can mean more money in your wallet at the end of every month. Start by asking, “How efficient is your refrigerator?” -more-


‘Noncompete’ clauses giving laid-off workers pause

By Leslie Miller Associated Press Writer
Tuesday September 04, 2001

BOSTON — Two months after Patrick McCullough lost his $60,000-a-year job installing computer networks for law firms, he’s having a hard time getting work — even though he’s had job offers. -more-


Economy taking its toll on airport concessions

The Associated Press
Tuesday September 04, 2001

SAN FRANCISCO — Eateries and vendors at San Francisco International Airport are watching their business slide along with the troubled high-tech economy. -more-


Governor’s race may be state’s costliest ever

The Associated Press
Tuesday September 04, 2001

SACRAMENTO — Note to potential gubernatorial candidates in California: Those without tens of millions of dollars, or the ability to raise them, need not apply. -more-


Berkeley labor unions enjoy increased numbers

By Daniela Mohor Daily Planet Staff
Monday September 03, 2001

Berkeley’s working class has much to celebrate this Labor Day. As the national percentage of unionized workers decreased in the past year, new unions have appeared in town and the membership of local labor organizations has grown. -more-


Illini put Bears away early in season opener

By Jared Green Daily Planet Staff
Monday September 03, 2001

All the talk about the Cal football team during the pre-season was focused on their new offense, which was supposed to break out of a four-year funk under new offensive coordinator Al Borges. Everyone assumed the Bears’ defense would be fine, especially the secondary with four cornerbacks who were presumed to be top caliber. -more-


Guy Poole
Monday September 03, 2001


Monday, Sept. 3


Perspective

By Jennifer Rockne Pacific News Service
Monday September 03, 2001

The great American sell-out — GM logo could join Big Mac’s at the Smithsonian -more-


S.F.’s Summer of Love lives on in new novel

By Sari Friedman Daily Planet Correspondent
Monday September 03, 2001

The differences between reality, fiction and spirit blur in “The Other Side of Haight,” the new novel by James Fadiman, the cofounder of The Institute of Transperson Psychology and director of the Institute of Noetic Sciences. -more-


Music

Staff
Monday September 03, 2001

County school budget battle is finally over

By Ben Lumpkin Daily Planet staff
Monday September 03, 2001

After a months-long battle about budgeting priorities that seemed mired in stalemate, Alameda County Superintendent of Schools Sheila Jordan and the county Board of Education finally passed a budget Tuesday. -more-


Cal women survive a scare from Michigan, win 4-2

By Jared Green Daily Planet Staff
Monday September 03, 2001

In a game filled with quick momentum changes and several spectacular goals, the Cal Bears pulled out of a first-half funk to defeat Michigan, 4-2, in the final game of the Cal Invitational. -more-


Workshop titles are reflective of shocking racism towards Zionism

Shabnam Piryaei Berkeley
Monday September 03, 2001

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Senior’s home benefits from repairs

By John Geluardi Daily Planet staff
Monday September 03, 2001

All Florence Murray, 82, wanted when she called the city three weeks ago was some help installing a new water heater she had just purchased. -more-


One dead in early morning roll-over

Staff
Monday September 03, 2001

The California Highway Patrol reports a solo vehicle accident occurred on northbound Interstate 880 at Fifth Avenue in Oakland early Sunday morning, killing one man and leaving another with major injuries. -more-


Workers call for legalizing immigrant laborers

By Deborah Kong AP Minority Issues Writer
Monday September 03, 2001

SAN JOSE – Union leaders and workers took to church pulpits on Labor Day weekend to demand legal status for undocumented immigrant workers. -more-


Grandmother chases down carjacker, saves infant

Staff
Monday September 03, 2001

SAN FRANCISCO – A San Francisco man was arrested in connection with a carjacking with a child in the car. -more-


BART unions issue a transportation strike warning

The Associated Press
Monday September 03, 2001

OAKLAND – BART’s largest workers’ unions issued a 72-hour strike notice Saturday night as negotiations over a requested salary and benefits increase continued through the long weekend. -more-


Once off-limits, Bay Area to house power plants

The Associated Press
Monday September 03, 2001

SAN FRANCISCO – Thirteen new power plants are in the works for the San Francisco Bay area, a new home for the structures that was once considered off-limits to their development. -more-


Grocery workers extend contract to discuss offers

The Associated Press
Monday September 03, 2001

SAN FRANCISCO – More than 20,000 employees of Albertson’s and Safeway throughout Northern California agreed Saturday to extend their contract until midnight Sept. 8 -more-


Judge puts limits on application of pesticide near Monterey schools

The Associated Press
Monday September 03, 2001

MONTEREY – A Monterey County Superior Court judge has ordered strawberry growers near two schools to limit the amount of the pesticide methyl bromide that they apply to their fields near two schools. -more-


State agencies accused of driving up power prices

By Karen Gaudette Associated Press Writer
Monday September 03, 2001

SAN FRANCISCO – Management of California’s energy crunch increasingly is falling under the purview of Gov. Gray Davis, which allows decisions affecting electric bills to be made in secret, a state official who opposes Davis said Friday. -more-


Future unclear for hallowed longshore hiring halls

By Leslie Gornstein AP Business Writer
Monday September 03, 2001

WILMINGTON – Wedged into a blue-collar neighborhood by the sea and partially walled off by cinder blocks sits an unlikely memorial to one of the bloodiest labor strikes in U.S. history. -more-


California prepares for drought as water levels fall

By Don Thompson Associated Press Writer
Monday September 03, 2001

GRANITE BAY – Bony tree branches poke out of Folsom Lake now, skeletons from the forest that drowned when Folsom Dam was built east of Sacramento a half-century ago. -more-


There’s no stopping this crossing guard

Chris O'Connell Special to the Daily Planet
Saturday September 01, 2001

There she stood, at the same spot she’s been at for decades, with stop sign in hand and wearing the obligatory fluorescent orange cap, vest, and gloves that are supposed to – but don’t always – alert drivers to her presence. -more-


Calendar of Events & Activities

Compiled by Guy Poole
Saturday September 01, 2001


Saturday, Sept. 1

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Stop funding Palestinian Authority

Daniel C. Spitzer, Ph.D.
Saturday September 01, 2001

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Poetry, artists featured at Watershed Festival

By Adam David MillerDaily Planet Correspondent
Saturday September 01, 2001

The Sixth Annual Watershed Poetry Festival comes to Berkeley’s Civic Center Park Sept. 8, noon to 5 p.m. -more-


Arts & Entertainment

Staff
Saturday September 01, 2001

924 Gilman Sept. 7: Carry On, Champion, Breaker Breaker, Saturday Supercade, Fields of Fire; Sept. 8: Lab Rats, Relative; Most shows $5 and start at 8 p.m. unless noted. 924 Gilman St. 525-9926 -more-


Jewel of recruiting class ruled ineligible

Staff Report
Saturday September 01, 2001

Cal’s men’s basketball hopes took a nosedive on Thursday, as top recruit Julian Sensley was ruled ineligible for next season by the NCAA. -more-


Water Authority floats ferry plan for Berkeley

By John Geluardi Daily Planet staff By John Geluardi Daily Planet staff
Saturday September 01, 2001

The Water Transit Authority held a second meeting at Berkeley City Hall Friday to discuss an evolving plan to link San Francisco Bay communities with an expanded ferry service. -more-


Need to understand the issues

'Shabnam Piryaei
Saturday September 01, 2001

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Bears kick off season with 4-0 victory

By Jared Green Daily Planet Staff
Saturday September 01, 2001

Kevin Boyd said his team would be strong on the attack. It looks like he was right. -more-


Judge disallows ‘dirty tricks’ testimony

By Hank Sims Special to the Daily Planet
Saturday September 01, 2001

A federal district court judge decided Friday that the lawsuit brought by two environmental activists against the FBI and the city of Oakland for false arrest will be decided on “narrow grounds.” Lawyers for Darryl Cherney and the estate of Judi Bari, Mendocino county Earth First! activists, will not be allowed to mention historical “dirty-tricks” campaigns conducted by the FBI. -more-


Making up our minds about the tritium lab

Elmer R. Grossman, M.D.
Saturday September 01, 2001

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Rose garden – a historic treasure

By Susan Cerney
Saturday September 01, 2001

The Berkeley Municipal Rose Garden was dedicated in September 1937 after four years of construction. The building of the garden was a Civil Works Administration project. It was among the many public parks projects sponsored by the federal government to provide employment during the Depression. -more-


Unions still unsatisfied with BART proposals

By Ritu Bhatnagar Associated Press Writer
Saturday September 01, 2001

SAN FRANCISCO — BART directors have presented a proposal to workers’ unions, offering a wage and benefits increase of about 20 percent over the next four years, but union members said Friday it’s not enough to keep them off the picket lines. -more-


BAY AREA BRIEFS

The Associated Press
Saturday September 01, 2001

Bankruptcies decline -more-


League of Women Voters will host forum on racism

By Ben LumpkinDaily Planet staff
Saturday September 01, 2001

In an effort to understand and overcome institutional racism in Berkeley, the League of Women Voters plans to host a series of “conversations on race” beginning in early October. -more-


Sunday deadline for Cal Grant applications

Staff
Saturday September 01, 2001

SACRAMENTO (AP) — Sunday is the deadline for community college students to apply for one of 11,250 state scholarships. -more-


Proposed 53rd District seen likely to elect a Democrat

By Steve Lawrence Associated Press Writer
Saturday September 01, 2001

SACRAMENTO — Democrats trying to recapture control of the House of Representatives may not get much help from a redistricting plan unveiled Friday by California legislators. -more-


Legislation to regulate payday lending industry stalled

By Jennifer Coleman Associated Press Writer
Saturday September 01, 2001

SACRAMENTO — Since its inception four years ago, California’s payday loan industry has tripled each year and now makes 1 million transactions a month from 3,400 storefronts. -more-


Troubled Excite@home loses two partners

By Matthew Fordahl AP Technology Writer
Saturday September 01, 2001

SAN JOSE — In another blow to financially troubled Excite@ Home, two major cable companies said Friday they will terminate their partnerships with the high-speed Internet provider. -more-


Opinion

Editorials

Citing high fire danger, rangers close Mount Diablo State Park

The Associated Press
Friday September 07, 2001

WALNUT CREEK — Rangers at Mount Diablo State Park decided Thursday to close the entire area because of high fire danger. -more-


Obituary

Associated Press
Thursday September 06, 2001

Doris Calloway, 78 -more-


Pact would give BART workers more than 20.5 percent raises

By Ritu Bhatnagar Associated Press Writer
Wednesday September 05, 2001

OAKLAND — The tentative agreement that averted a possible BART strike will give the transit system’s workers wage and pension increases of more than 20.5 percent over four years, a union leader said Tuesday. -more-


Unions looking for new support as labor issues come to fore

By Leigh Strope Associated Press Labor Writer
Tuesday September 04, 2001

WASHINGTON — Caught between setbacks and opportunity, union officials think aggressive politics on issues including immigration, trade, workers’ rights and the minimum wage could help build the resurgence they have sought unsuccessfully for years. -more-


$45-million tram system proposed for Alameda

Staff
Monday September 03, 2001

OAKLAND – A developer is proposing a $45 million tram system to connect Alameda’s former Navy base to the West Oakland BART station. -more-


Researchers predict 42 percent of HIV in San Francisco will resist drug treatment within four years

By Randolph E. Schmid Associated Press Writer
Saturday September 01, 2001

WASHINGTON — The share of HIV infections that are drug-resistant will jump to 42 percent in San Francisco by 2005, according to a team of researchers. -more-