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Volume 48, Number 28, Published on 07/10/1995

News

Firefighters looking at options that would change current operations for good

When Bob Webster hangs up his hat as Los Altos fire chief in another 15 months, he may be the last person to fill that job.

One country club's jazz combo is another person's noise

Jasmine scented the air on a warm summer evening. Guests ate lobster beside a lake in the middle of the golf course. A five-piece jazz combo played in the background.

Resident gets scare after fallen oak crushes camper

The sudden demise of a 500-700-year-old oak tree last Thursday proved a close call for Lelia Bertram of Los Altos Hills. The daughter of Betsy and Ernest Bertram was nearly crushed to death on her parents' property by falling tree limbs, one of which came crashing through the camper she was in.

Charter school proposal dies before Cupertino Union school board

The Cupertino Union School District isn't quite ready to go with a charter school that would operate independent of district and state guidelines, based on action at last week's school board meeting.

Accusations continue to fly over management at El Camino Hospital

The war of words over the controversial Camino Healthcare system at El Camino Hospital continued last week as two prominent figures in the dispute detailed their respective sides of the story.

LAH OKs new hazardous waste drop-off program

The Los Altos Hills City Council adopted a resolution at its meeting last Wednesday approving the first amendment to a county/town agreement to implement the program.

People

Lucille Meadows

A beautician for 46 years, she was a member of St. Simon Catholic Church in Los Altos.

Ida Mary Hoover

A native of Reno, Nev., Mrs. Hoover she was a descendant of pioneer California and Nevada families.

Community

All signs point to Rancho

The Los Altos Rancho Merchant's Association is inviting the public to submit rhymes to remind them to shop at Rancho Shopping Center while the new Andronico's Market is under construction on the site of the former Rancho Market.

Murphy's hosting month-long Chefs Who Care benefit for CSA

During this month, customers presenting "Chefs Who Care" coupons (see ad elsewhere in this paper), Murphy's will donate half the price of the order directly to the kitchen. Additional coupons will be available at the store upon request.

A summer full of song, camping at Hidden Villa

Call 949-8653 for more information or to make your reservations, which are required for all programs. Hidden Villa is located at 26870 Moody Road, in Los Altos Hills.

PAGES FROM THE PAST

According to the July 15, 1970 edition of the Town Crier, 14 youthful members of Congregation Beth Am in Los Altos Hills became "Kibbutznicks" for eight weeks in the summer of 1970. It was part of an exchange program where the youths spent a summer at a kibbutz in Israel with Israeli youths spending the following summer in United States.

Obon Buddhist celebration this weekend in Mountain View

In celebration of Buddhism and the time of Obon, the Mountain View Buddhist Temple is keeping with tradition by holding its 43rd annual Obon Bazaar this Saturday and Sunday.

Promising songwriter displays talents at coffee klatch

The promising singer/songwriter will play guitar and sing original songs at the premiere coffee klatch this Saturday in downtown Los Altos. The coffee klatch, sponsored by the Los Altos Town Crier and featuring java from Peet's Coffee, is scheduled for 8:30-10 a.m. at the Community Plaza, located at State and Main streets.

Keep cool, use common sense this summer, MROSD rangers advise

Hiking or riding in hot weather can easily result in dehydration, so the first rule is to drink plenty of water during a visit. The preserves generally do not have any running water available, so visitors are encouraged to carry enough water for the day. Secondly, visitors should not attempt to hike or ride beyond their skills or experience, a good rule for any visit to a preserve.

Public invited to community coffee klatches

Scheduled for the Community Plaza at State and Main streets, the coffee and conversation gatherings are scheduled for six Saturday mornings beginning this coming Saturday.

Schools

Local chemistry whiz to represent U.S. at Olympiad in China

Michael Sawka, a Los Altos Hills resident, will be representing the United States in the 27th International Chemistry Olympiad to be held in Beijing, China, on July 12-21.

Business & Real Estate

New Chamber president Penny Lave gets down to business

Penny Lave joined the Los Altos Chamber of Commerce as an associate member even before she had a business.

Campbell bill protects housing for seniors

The bill was presented on the Assembly floor by Assemblyman Jim Cunneen (R-San Jose). The bill enables a number of existing projects to continue to focus on housing for seniors.

Getting ready for lots of talk about a flat tax

A lot of changes begin quietly in Washington that are barely detected by pollsters and journalists. Right now we are witnessing one of those changes: the beginning of the end of the American income tax system.

Weekly Special

COMMUNITY DATEBOOK

FOOTHILL MUSIC THEATRE, directed by Jay Manley, presents the musical classic "The Most Happy Fella" July 21-Aug. 13 in Smithwick Theatre, 12345 El Monte Road in Los Altos Hills. For tickets and times, call 948-4444.

Seniors are set for quality living at the Parc Regent

The people who don't want to worry about a big yard or house anymore, for whom less is now more, have several choices in the area of places to live.

Seniors find friends, satisfaction on Service Day

Every Thursday morning, seniors and members of the Assistance League of Santa Clara County come together to make hand-crafted items for needy families in the area.

SENIOR SCENE

July 21

Los Altan saves seniors from insurance headaches

Special to the Town Crier

Ask for the discount when you're over 65

When you walk up to the desk of a motel, rental car agency or airline, you may occasionally see a sign that says "We give senior discounts." All you have to do is present your American Association of Retired Persons membership card or driver license showing your age to be over 65.

There's no ifs, ands or putts - senior golfers want to have fun

Town Crier Sports Editor

Europe: the grandest cruise destination of them all

Capitalizing on the popularity of Europe as a cruise destination, cruise lines have dramatically increased their presence in the region this summer to some 150,000 berths in Europe and 500,000 in the Mediterranean. With 17 member-vessels of Cruise Lines International Association offering more than 1,000 cruises in European waters, travelers now have more choices than ever before in the variety of ships, itineraries and price ranges.

Former Los Altos couple now innkeepers in Oregon

Los Altos residents of 18 years, Dorothy and Dick Davis headed north to open a bed and breakfast inn in the Shakespeare capital of the world, Ashland, Ore.