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Volume 50, Number 36, Published on 09/08/1997

News

The Los Altos Town Crier, then and now

Town Crier Staff Writer

Doris 'Tuck' Shepherd - a legend among editors

Tuck struggled to meet deadlines with a small staff every week, yet always made herself available to anyone who wanted to chat, no matter how trivial the matter. She seemed to understand the need to answer to her bosses - the readers of the Town Crier.

Ownership of the Town Crier: Chronicling a 50-year history

The Town Crier was started in 1947 by Warren Goodrich and David MacKenzie. The original offices were at 225 Main St. in Los Altos. In 1950/51, Goodrich departed for New York City leaving MacKenzie in charge.

Councilman Gray moving, considers resignation

'I don't think it would be ethical'

City offers orientation to council candidates

Town Crier Staff Writer

Historic 1930s house set for demolition

Being listed on the city's historic resources inventory is not enough to save a Romanian-style 1930s brick house on Paco Drive.

Issues behind planning commission blow-up now begin to surface

Gloria Bauer lost her cool. And then she lost her job. The Los Altos City Council kicked her off the planning commission, where she was chairwoman, for her "profane and obscene" language at an August study session.

LAH to promote secondary units to meet state housing requirements

Los Altos Hills' proposed housing element of the general plan is currently being reviewed by the town planning commission. A hearing regarding the proposed housing element is set for 7 p.m. Sept. 16, in the council chamber.

Classic locomotive now on display at Town Crier building

After 33 years, the train has returned to Los Altos.

Comment

Princess Diana inspired struggling mom

I confess. I was absolutely nuts about Diana. It was a closet addiction, something I kept quiet, along with my fondness for computer solitaire games and doughnuts.

Letters to the Editor

I returned from foreign travel to learn that my wife, Gloria Bauer, had been fired from her position as chairwoman of the planning commission. While I cannot pretend to be unbiased, I shall attempt to address the issues that append this action.

What 50 years hath wrought - the little paper that did

Publisher's Perspective

A friend's final journey

Comment

Community

Pages of the Past

As reported in the Sept. 13, 1972, issue of the Town Crier, the Town of Los Altos Hills gave resounding approval to the Santa Clara County Flood Control and Water District's $300,000 plan for a giant safety valve in Adobe Creek.

Community Briefs

The Los Altos Youth Theatre invites folks between the ages of 8 to 20 to audition between 4-6 p.m. today or Thursday for the group's fall production of the tongue-in-cheek comedy, "The Clumsy Custard Horror Show."

Weddings

Tracia Michelle Alef and Jon Iradi Kiachian were married July 12 at St. Paul's Church, San Francisco. A reception followed at the Old Federal Reserve Bank.

Environmental Volunteers celebrating 25 years

It was June 1972. The first Earth Day had just taken place. Concern for the environment was limited to granola and bean sprout-consuming hippies in the minds of many mainstream Americans.

Almanac

Los Altos Citizen's Financial Advisory Committee, 7:30 p.m., Hillview Community Center Room A, 97 Hillview Ave.

Retailers offering new clothes, better self-esteem

Working for low wages while trying to raise a family and keep up with the area's skyrocketing rent has made it difficult for some Los Altos and Mountain View families to afford any extras, including school supplies for their children.

Antiques fair a must for collectors, vital for parade

Antiques and collectibles aficionados, take heart. There are better ways of seeking out that rare coin or piece of classic furniture than scouring the papers for lame garage sales. One option might be a visit to the 16th annual Los Altos Antiques and Collectibles Faire, scheduled for 8-4 p.m. this Sunday in downtown Los Altos.

Town Crier 50th anniversary quiz No. 7

Town Crier 50th anniversary quiz No. 7

Go To Answers

Obituaries

Fred Yoneo Yada, a retired landscape gardener, died Sept. 6 at his home in Los Altos. He was 81.

Seniors Events

Friday: 1 p.m., movie, "Babe." Free popcorn.

Library News

Both Koehlers have been active in the community for many years. Ruth is on the Los Altos Senior Coordinating Council and volunteers for the San Francisco Opera. Keith is chairman of the Los Altos Arts Committee and volunteers with the San Francisco Symphony.

Tradition of horsing around continues in Los Altos Hills

It's that time of year again where equestrians get together for a day of fun in the sun. The event is "Horseplay '97," hosted by the Los Altos Hills Horseman's Association, scheduled for this Sunday at Westwind Barn on Altamont Road in Los Altos Hills.

Los Altos Weather

Schools

Employee crimes spur schools,

legislators to look at hiring process

Healing a priority following approval of Fremont teachers' pact

Healing the wounds of nearly two years of often acrimonious negotiations finally ending in last week's ratification of teachers' contracts in the Fremont Union High School District, is the number one priority for Joe Hamilton, district superintendent.

Sports

Sports On The Side

FALL SIGN-UPS: The El Camino YMCA is offering two new sports programs this fall: Itty Bitty Sports and flag football. Itty Bitty Sports offers kids ages 4-5 an opportunity to learn how to kick, throw, dribble and catch. Flag football teaches the fundamentals of the sport to kids grades 4-8. Classes start Sept. 27. For more information, call 969-9622.

Locals gear up for volleyball season

Town Crier Staff Writer

Foothill will need a complete effort to win

Special to the Town Crier

St. Francis gets off to a good start

The St. Francis High football team opened the 1997 season the same way it closed 1996: with a win.

Business & Real Estate

Town Crier 'Guru' writes a new book - corporate executives see red ink

Town Crier Staff Writer

Stock brokers can provide good advice - but check the tax bill when you trade

Do you take your brokers stock picks for granted, or do you follow his or her suggestions?

Business Briefs

Dr. Paul Hoar, chairman of the El Camino Hospital District board, has been selected by the Community Services Agency Awards Committee to be honored with its Corporate Award.

Watkins -Johnson sells defense business

Stock Report

Cornish & Carey expands into East Bay

"Our agreement with Montclair Better Homes Realty strengthens our position in the East Bay market," said Rodger Richard, CEO, Chairman of Cornish & Carey.

Selling a property too soon can be costly

Putting a home on the market before it's in good condition can lead to pitfalls, according to many real estate agents.

Transactions

Los Altos

Los Altos business continues to be brisk

Taking Care of Business

Weekly Special

Los Altans continue roles at Renaissance Pleasure Faire

Town Crier Staff Writer

Students show-off new fashions

Fall traditionally marks the beginning of the new fashion season, and nowhere are the latest looks more evident locally than on high school campuses as students return to class.

Acacia C celebrating 10 years on top of women's fashions

Town Crier Staff Writer

Comfort key to the popularity of athletic fashions

Athletic clothing stretches beyond the limits of the playing field these days. More and more people are wearing such gear in everyday life.

Clothing line grows at Daisy's in Los Altos

Town Crier Staff Writer

Fall fashion at Go Girlfriends features a modern twist on the classic suit

Town Crier Staff Writer

Shimmering green with great hospitality, part III

Town Crier Food & Wine Editor

Recipes of the Week

Light, tasty and low in calories

Theatreworks' 'Blues' an enticing show

Special to the Town Crier

Rehearsals under way for Los Altos 'Anniversary Follies'

Volunteer thespians have taken to the stage for rehearsals of the "Anniversary Follies," featuring the frolics and foibles of Los Altos' 50-year history.