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Newspaper Clippings
Santa Rosa Press Democrat
date title headings
1969-02-02
p. 2B
"Annual Candlelight Ball Scheduled"
Sponsored by the American Association of University Women to raise money for gifted women scholars.
Education
Sonoma County
1969-02-04
p. 5
"First Woman Officer In Mililarty History Sentenced To A Prison Term "
Lt. Susan Chnall, a navy nurse, was found guilty of conduct unbecoming of an officer after she dropped antwar leftletsover bases. She was unlikely to serve her sentence because of her gender.
Military
Peace
National
1969-02-06
p. 6
"Government Orders that Job ADs be Gender Neutral "
U. S. Equal Opportunity Commission Passes Guidelines Prohibiting The Placement Of Job Openings Under Separate Male/Female Headings. Job ads cannot request that an applicant should be male or female.


Work Opportunities
National
1969-02-06
p. 14
"Santa Rosa War Mothers have Luncheon"
Mothers gathered in the names of their children serving in the military. Slippers were donated to V.A. hospitals.
Women's Section
Sonoma County
1969-02-19
p. 3A
"Sonoma County's Second Children's Center Opens"
The center, named after Luther Burbank, was geared toward providing childcare for low income working mothers.
Day Care
Sonoma County
1969-04-01
p. 3
"United Air Force Women Receive New Headpiece in Time for the Easter Season [picture]"
Military
Sonoma County
1969-04-01
p. 16
"Five Londoners Believe Beautiful is Boring [picture]"
Image with caption that discusses Ugly Model Agency to challenge traditional beauty
Women in Media
International
1969-04-01
p. 17
"Demonstration Project: Attempt to Train Household Technicians"
Announcement. Seminar on how to train domestic workers (maids).
Housework
National
1969-04-02
p. 11
"The Contraceptive Society [Reader's Digest announcement]"
Discusses Sweden as the most liberal contraceptive society
Reproductive Rights
International
1969-04-03
p. 21
"Women's International Bowling Society Championship [picture]"
Sports
International
1969-04-08
p. 13
"Womanhood Symposium hosted by Family Service Agency [announcement]"
Discusses the role of women in family, community, the world
Marriage/Family Relations
Sonoma County
1969-04-10
p. 12
"Senate OKs Divorce Reform"
Establishes family support division in Superior Court; shortens waiting period; establishes community property laws
Marriage/Family Relations
National
1969-04-13
p. 5d
"The Day Girls Flew Fighters"
Talks about women in World War II called Women's Air Force Service Pilots (WASPs) who flew planes from factories to carriers. Nicknamed the women "jugs."
Military
National
1969-04-23
p. 12
"Young Irish Lady Dazzles Parliament"
Youngest member of British parliament gave moving speech to Parliament advocating Irish civil rights.
Civil Rights
International
1969-06-01
p. 2b
"Rebekahs Odd Fellows Plan Joint Gather"
Honored mothers and held a joint memorial day service.
Cultural Events
Sonoma County
1969-06-01
p. 4b
"Mrs. Hlebkas Conducts Installation"
New offices in the organization Beta Sigma Phi-chapter Gamma-mu met.
Cultural Events
Sonoma County
1969-06-01
p. 6b
"College AWS Selects Officers"
Association of women college students is largest organization for college women.
Cultural Events
Education
Women's Organizations
Sonoma County
1969-06-03
p. 7
"Ladies Should Boycott SF Until Barb Banned"
President of Nation's Federation of Republican Women wants pornographic film and newpapers banned.
Women in Government
Women in Media
Women's Organizations
California
1969-06-03
p. 9
"Bethel 16 Elects Officers"
The International Order of jobs daughters elected to new offices.
Women's Organizations
Sonoma County
1969-06-03
p. 19
"Women Realators Lunch Today"
Women's Council of Sonoma County Board of realators meets and guests speak.
Women's Organizations
Sonoma County
1969-06-04
p. 6b
"Mrs. Hearst Quits Units Of Regents"
City of Berkeley wanted to shut off a city park, but she resigned in protest because the citizens didnt know.
Women in Government
California
1969-06-04
p. 13
"Installation Is An Event For Lakeport Civic Club"
New Officers were installed decorations and guest speakers were present.
Women's Organizations
California
1969-06-04
p. 20
"A Long Career Of Teaching Youngster To Sing Ends"
Mrs. Lilly Greer taught singing in the schools for 17 years.
Education
Sonoma County
1969-06-05
p. 6
"Woman Named To Calistoga Council"
First time occurance. Community was looking for someone with good head on thier shoulders.
Women in Government
Sonoma County
1969-06-05
p. 14
"Mom's Club Has Plans For Father's Day Party"
Mothers of multiple siblings gather to put an event on for fathers.
Women's Organizations
Sonoma County
1969-06-06
p. 2C
"Flag Artist Suprised Her Entry Was A winner"
Kathy Smith, female buissnessowner, decorated flag that was choosen to fly over city.
Names
Sonoma County
1969-06-06
p. 9
"Mrs. Carwey Cancer Executive"
Named executive director of Sonoma County branch of American Cancer Society.
Names
Work Equity
Sonoma County
1969-06-08
p. 2B
"Organizational Meetings Are Planned To Form Junior Women's Club"
Established different branches and feilds.
Cultural Events
Women's Organizations
Sonoma County
1969-06-08
p. 5B
"Saturday Afternoon Club Installs New Members"
Mrs. Roy Hill elected president to club that provides scolarships and other community service affairs.
Names
Women's Organizations
Sonoma County
1969-06-08
p. 8B
"Sylvia Miller Work Shown In Santa Rosa"
Exhibit for local imprssionist who is known throughout the state.
Cultural Events
Sonoma County
1969-06-08
p. 15
"Air Force Jet Pilots Are Getting Their Instructions From Sweet Young Things"
Women moving into air traffic control business.
Work Equity
Work Opportunities
National
1969-06-08
p. 45
"Girl's Invite Concludes"
Local women golf in ladies invitational tournament.
Sports
Sonoma County
1969-06-09
p. 8B
"Club Women Convene In Brussels"
Geberal federation of Women's Clubs is attending a club-women's conference where NATO is held.
Women's Organizations
National
1969-06-09
p. 8
"First US Woman Killed In Action In South Vietnam"
Sharon Lane was army nurse who, 'wanted to help in Vietnam' was the first female casualty.
Military
National
1969-06-10
p. 15
"CFWC Board Meeting Locale is Coronado"
California Federation of Women's Clubs will have all districts meet in Coronado.
Women's Organizations
California
1969-06-11
p. 1
"Petaluma Picks Putnam As Mayor"
Re-elected as mayor by a a substansial margin.
Names
Women in Government
Sonoma County
1969-06-11
p. 3
"District One Auxiliary Installs New Officers"
Auxiliary to Veteran's of WWI, local woman Mrs. Roy Sherman named State President.
Military
Sonoma County
1969-06-11
p. 19
"Editoial"
By Gaye Le Baron, four women attorneys hired in Santa Rosa, are now of a select group of lady lawyers- Mary Long, Ruth Bades, Liz Lagonarsino and Wanda Lahnier.
Names
Women in Government
Work Opportunities
Sonoma County
1969-06-12
p. 5B
"500 Bay Area Nurses Strike"
Women walk out in unison in a labor dispute, didnt request other union members to follow.
Equal Rights
Hospitals
Unionization
California
1969-06-12
p. 15
"Mrs. Clark To Speak At Horizon Graduation"
Deputy consultant to supervisor of County Schools speaks at a historic location.
Education
Sonoma County
1969-06-13
p. 8
"Bay Are Nurses Continue Strike"
500 nurses picketing 5 major Bay Area hospitals mainly over demand for greater voice in setting standards of patient care.
Hospitals
Unionization
Work Equity
California
1969-06-15
p. 3C
"Mrs. Helen Tunkins Has Art Show In Sonoma"
One woman show of Porcelain Masking and decoranlon by woman with international education and acclaim.
Cultural Events
Names
Sonoma County
1969-06-15
p. 5B
"Interesting Summer Jobs Availible In England"
Stenographers, typistsm and other jobs offered throuh holiday work progeam
Work Opportunities
National
1969-06-15
p. 6S
"Pro Girl As Cage Loop Real Goal"
Man wants a pro basketball league for women on par with one in San Francisco for men.
Sports
California
1969-06-16
p. 8
"Mrs.KrotzIs Speaker At Luncheon In Sonoma"
Valley of the moon Republican Women's Federation celebrated 1st anniversary with California Board member on education speaking.
Education
Women's Organizations
Sonoma County
1969-06-16
p. 15
"First Lady Launches Trip To Aid Poor, Handicapped"
First Lady, Pat Nixon gives stamp of approval for projects that help the poor.
Poverty/Welfare
Women in Government
National
1969-06-17
p. 1
"Mrs. Nixon Cool In Napalm Drop"
A mock napalm drop occured at a War protest but first lady remained calm.
Women in Government
National
1969-06-17
p. 15
"Mrs. Fletcher is New Sooma Club President"
Years of volunteer work will help with community based club.
Women's Organizations
Sonoma County
1969-06-18
p. 14
"Camp Fire Girls Prepare For Outing"
Girls exploring various programs and interests like outdoors and conservation.
Women's Organizations
Sonoma County
1969-06-18
p. 21
"The Gal Knows Her Way Around The Track"
Judy Lily drives race cars with and against men in Dallas
Sports
Work Equity
National
1969-06-19
p. 1
"Divorce Reform Bill Set For Final Passage"
When a couple splits up it would be a dissolution of marrige, as a court decides if women can work without interfering with children.
Divorce
Domestic Violence
National
1969-06-20
p. 3
"Nixon To Name Shirley Temple?"
President about to name Temple deputy assistant secretary of state for education and cultural affairs.
Women in Government
National
1969-06-22
p. 1
"Mrs.Gianni's Attempted Suicide 22 Years Ago"
Question is whether woman attempted suicide, accident or was it murder, to be decided by stste supreme court, hospital says murder.
Hospitals
California
1969-06-22
p. 1B
"Acompanist For 34 Years, Her Interest In Youth Has Made Her Job Fulfilling"
Smiling Lady- Lillian Bacci,a local teacher reflects on time teaching.
Education
Sonoma County
1969-06-23
p. 1
"Statuesque New Miss California"
5-11 Woman will represent California in Miss America in September.
Cultural Events
California
1969-06-23
p. 2
"Police Silent On Judy Garland Death"
Star's body found on bathroom floor. Autopsy still needed.
Women in Media
National
1969-06-24
p. 6S
"Garland Autopsy Shows Excess Of Sleeping Pills"
Scotland Yard says it is impossible to say if it was an accident or otherwise.
Women in Media
National
1969-06-25
p. 1
"Walsh Manslaughter Case Going To Jury"
Woman on trial for maslaughter and forgery charges, of Gloria Gianni.
Court Case
Sonoma County
1969-06-25
p. 15
"High School Girls Are Visitors To Legislation"
11 Sonoma County girls were able to go to Sacramento and watch the congress work.
Women in Government
Sonoma County
1969-06-25
p. 18
"Pretty Russian Specializes In Shark Research"
Women outnumbered 7-1 in oceanography expeditions but this woman breaks the mold.
Work Equity
Work Opportunities
International
1969-06-26
p. 1
"Jury Split Decision For Walsh Verdict"
Failed by one vote to find defendant guilty, 5 men, 7 women jury.
Court Case
Sonoma County
1969-06-27
p. 1
"A Back Fence View Of Jackie"
Reflects back of life as First Lady and that it wasn't 'Camelot' as it might seem.
Women in Government
Women in Media
National
1969-06-29
p. 1
"Men And Women Speak Different Language"
Scientist simple believes the sexes use different lexicon to describe things
Backlash
National
1969-06-29
p. 11
"Woman Sues For 1.2 Million Against The Pill"
Had many side effects due to birth contril pill--wife of a dean at UNVL.
Reproductive Rights
National
1969-06-29
p. 12
"Women Give Viewpoints On Shopping Centers "
An article devoted to ideal locations and parking for shopping centers.
Housework
National
1969-06-30
p. 12
"Lock Up The Drug Users"
American girl from Mexican prison preaches not to traffic drugs.
Women in Media
International
1969-06-30
p. 16
"Abortion On Demand Coming Next?"
Senator propses bill that would remove all restriction on abortions to providee the operation on demand.
Reproductive Rights
National
1969-06-30
p. 17
"Work An Play"
Girls live and play outdoors at this retreat for girl scouts, including archery and crafts,
Cultural Events
Women's Organizations
Sonoma County
1969-08-01
p. 4
"Sterlization Warning Needed"
Coalition for the Medical Rights of Women stricter regulations on sterilization due to statistically analysis that claims that more minors are getting pregnant than ever before. They are trying to enforce that abortions are not a preventative for pregnancies.
Women's Health
California
1969-08-01
p. 11
"Rape Victim Recovering"
47 year old woman attacked in church. 32 year old woman from Windsor raped as well.
Rape
Sonoma County
1969-08-01
p. 21
"Athletes Wives: Handling Pressure"
Article describes the pressures of being a housewife and the demands of the need for appearances in the limelight of the media. These women claim that being a "stay at home" wife is very demanding upon individuals.
Marriage/Family Relations
Sports
National
1969-08-02
p. 4B
"Woman Receives Army Promotion"
Woman is promoted from private to first class. This was an unusual development at the time for women to be promoted in a profession which is normally looked at being a males.
Military
Sonoma County
1969-08-02
p. 13
""Black English" Handicaps Girls"
Not all students can cope with both sets of languages. The article leans towards young girls who are jealous of each other due to the way in which they present themselves. This and the inability to translate some slang into standard diction inhibit these young girls from a proper education.
Education
National
1969-08-02
p. 18
"They Wear Blue Collars Don't They?"
Poor helpless women in a "man's" profession. The article describes that there are different standards on men and women because of their trade. Those who have "male" jobs such as engineers, blacksmiths, doctores, etc. are looked down upon because they are not fulfilling their feminine role.
Status of Women
Work Equity
Work Opportunities
National
1969-08-06
p. 3D
"Lpez LPGA Winner"
Nancy Lopez came on strong and won the European Golf Championship
Sports
International
1969-08-07
p. 14A
"Gay Teacher Sues Briggs and Media in Prop. 6 Fight"
Jerel McCrary [SP?] from Gay Rights Advocates, Inc., initiated a lawsuit against broadcasting company.
Education
Sexuality
Women in Media
California
1969-08-08
p. 3A
"Nursery School Begins Program"
Happy Days School begins in Sebastopol--open to all
Day Care
Sonoma County
1969-08-08
p. 6A
"Woman Taps Demo Primary In Ole Miss"
Evelyn Gondy--Mississippi's lieutenant governor, is running to become Mississippi's first woman governor. "Who would do her cleaning?"
Women in Government
National
1969-08-08
p. 10A
"Santa Rosa Board Takes "Step For Survival""
The Sonoma County School Board has allocated funds to be dispersed, affecting health services to the students who have the need for safe sex messages to the youth. They have cut back the programs for sex edcation within the school systems funding.
Women's Health
Sonoma County
1969-08-08
p. 14A
"Insuring Those Wedding Bells"
man geeting money from wife even when she has custody of the children. Children seem to resent the fact that either of the parents receive any sort of alimony and the money should be directed toward them. This appears to be a new development within the court system. This allows monetary assets to go to either the husband or the wife during the divorce proceedings.
Finances
Marriage/Family Relations
National
1969-08-10
p. ?
"Stewardesses Participate In An Exchange Program"
Flight attendants switch with French attendantson United Airlines
Work Opportunities
International
1969-08-10
p. 5A
"Tougher Law For Prostitutes"
California Governor Ronald Regan signed a bill fixing a 45 day jail time for those caught. Repeated acts of prostitution would result in a 90 day sentence.
Criminal Justice
Sexuality
California
1969-08-10
p. 6C
"Susan Lowe"
Miss Healdsburg posing in swimsuit to promote Swim and Boat show.
Cultural Events
Sonoma County
1969-08-10
p. 6D
"Miss Softball Contestants Needed"
Single girls between 15 and 21. Former contestant is now married with a child on the way.
Cultural Events
Sonoma County
1969-08-10
p. 8A
"Man Stabbed; Woman Held"
Wife stabbed her husband with a kitchen knife
Domestic Violence
California
1969-08-10
p. 8S
"Marriage Boom"
Graph displaying a predicted rise in marraiges for 1970-1980
Marriage/Family Relations
National
1969-08-11
p. 1
"Rape: Dealing With The Fear Of Violent Attack"
The source of this article is surrounded with the recent amount of rape victims in America within the last year. (There really are not that many reported casses.) This is relevant because it does show that there is an increase of fear for women of being alone and getting raped.
Rape
National
1969-08-14
p. 15A
"Mrs. Kelsey Files For Divorce"
Convicted murderer Kenneth Kelsey's wife files for divorce on the grounds that he is unfit.
Marriage/Family Relations
Sonoma County
1969-08-14
p. 23
"State Tourney Opens Friday"
Women's softball teams get recognized. City Housewives League tournament
Sports
California
1969-08-17
p. 8A
"Lady Engineer Bra-Less and Jobless"
Woman engineer fired from General Dynamics (aerospace firm) for trying to convince women at the plant to go bra-less.

Women Activists
Work Equity
California
1969-08-17
p. 41
"Congresswoman Warns Campos Unrest Not Merely a Panty Raid"
Congresswoman declared that school demonstrations are not just going away and that the administrations need to address the issues.
Civil Rights
Women in Government
National
1969-08-21
p. 20
"Gals Issue Call For Dollar Aid"
Women's softball team needs help to travel to finals.
Finances
Sports
Sonoma County
1969-08-22
p. 34
"Birth Defects And How A Woman Feels"
The hard pressures for women raising children with ??? and what they have to overcome.
Maternal/Infant Care
National
1969-08-24
p. 4C
"Women Forget More In Motels"
Women forget more and have poorer memories when it comes to caring about personal property.
Status of Women
National
1969-08-26
p. 6
"First Woman Becomes Pilot For Airline"
Air East Airlines hired Jo Claire Welch, 30, as pilot, thee first woman hired for a regularly scheduled domestic airline.
Access to gender-exclusive organizations
Work Opportunities
National
1969-08-27
p. 4
"Bra-Less Engineer Loses Job"
This is a follow up article talking more in depth of an earlier article.
Work Equity
California
1969-08-27
p. 12
""Shield Home" Program Offers Child Protection"
Child molester reform program began in Santa Rosa, California.
Domestic Violence
Sonoma County
1969-08-27
p. 17
"Israeli Women Train Alongside Their Men For Combat With Arabs"
Women paratroopers fight along with men to boost morale. (It doesn't say how it boosts their morale. It just states that it does.)
Military
International
1969-10-01
p. 12
"US Women Get Hanoi's Vow to Check on Yanks"
7 wives protested to North Vietnam president Hanoi to find the whereabouts of their lost servicemen

Military
National
1969-10-02
p. 12
"Crisis Looms At UC Over Negro Communist Teacher"
Black teacher at UCLA is a communist; Board of Education wants her fired

Names: Angela Davis
Education
Names
National
1969-10-02
p. 18
""Santa Rosa Golf And Country Club hosts Women""
Santa Rosa Golf And Country Club hosts 82 women golfers in a guest day sweepstakes, women were allowed to play there for the day.

Access to gender-exclusive organizations
(no scope)
1969-10-03
p. 5
""Abortions Nolonger Considered Shameful and Wrong""
5,056 Legal Abortions, Jan - June; abortions are no longer considered shameful and wrong. Sen. Anthohny C. Bellenson says abortions are no longer considered "as something criminal or shameful".
Maternal/Infant Care
Reproductive Rights
California
1969-10-05
p. 1B&
""Greatful letters Inspire the Navy Mothers to Continue Their Work""
Women's Club Navy mothers donate money each month for service men fighting aboard.
Military
National
* 1969-10-05
p. 3B
"Women Of The Moose To Enroll New Members"
Gather at 3pm in the Moose Hall for new members to join
Cultural Events
Sonoma County
1969-10-05
p. 6B
"Church Women Plan Meeting"
Church meeting with Rev. Mr. Daulton as the speaker
Religion
Sonoma County
1969-10-05
p. 10A
"Fired Teacher Says She'll Be In The Classroom Monday"
Angela Davis, a black communist woman, was fired from UCLA for being a communist.

Education
Women in Politics
California
1969-10-06
p. 1
"$6,473 For Viet Widow"
A vietnamese woman will receieve $6,473 in compensation for the loss of her husband who was thought to have been murdered by 8 Green Berets
Military
International
1969-10-06
p. 13
"More Wives Appear At UC Mission"
100 letters were given to Northern Vietnam peace delegation from wives and mothers of men fighting in Vietnam who are MIA
Military
International
1969-10-07
p. 10
"2,000 Attended First Lecture By Defiant Negro Prof"
Angela Davis delivered a non-school sponsored lecture to 2,000 students in protest of her being fired for being a communist

CLARIFY scope
Education
National
1969-10-07
p. 20
"One In Three Wives Have Paid Jobs"
This was different than in 1952 when only 1 in 5 wives worked.
Work Equity
National
1969-10-08
p. 5A
"Morning After Pill Works Well"
Morning after pill has been used by 400 Yale women after sex. "Contraceptive is replacing diamonds as a girl's best friend".
Women's Health
National
1969-10-08
p. 12A
"Real Estate Women To Meet"
The Santa Rosa Women's Council of the National Association of Real Estate Board will hold a luncheon meeting at 12 on Tuesday.
Work Opportunities
Sonoma County
1969-10-08
p. 12B
""Cal Tech Admits first Women to School in next Fall"
For the first time women will be abile to go to school at Cal Tech in Pasadena, CA.
Education
Equal Rights
California
1969-10-09
p. 18
"Navy Mothers Contribute To Project"
Santa Rosa Navy Mother's Club contributed several boxes of men and women's clothes to Navy Family Chapel.
Military
Women's Organizations
Sonoma County
1969-10-09
p. 18
"Lakeport Women's Club Entertains New Members"
The civic club will be accepting new members, food will be served.
Women's Organizations
Sonoma County
1969-10-10
p. 5
"Girl Scouts Lose in Pregnancy Poster Case"
A federal judge turned down the petition by the Girl Scouts to halt sales of a pop-art poster of a smiling pregnant Girl Scout with the motto "be prepared".
Backlash
Reproductive Rights
National
1969-10-12
p. 1C
"Room Mothers Lunch Today"
first Room Mother luncheon for the Harmony Union Elementary School at Union Hotel at noon
Cultural Events
Education
Sonoma County
1969-10-12
p. 2B
"Luncheon Fashion Show"
Lawyers' wives of Sonoma county are putty on a sponsored luncheon and fashion show at the Santa Rosa Golf Country Club. Cocktails at 11:30am
Cultural Events
Sonoma County
1969-10-12
p. 3B
"Aqua Ladies Plan Luncheon"
Members of Community Hospital of Sonoma County planned a service pin award luncheon for tomorrow at Los Robles Lodge

Cultural Events
Sonoma County
1969-10-13
p. 12
"Areme Club Gathers"
Luncheon for a card game at Mrs. James' house. Prize winners at Bridge were Mrs. Leon Vorher and Mrs. John Miller
Cultural Events
Sonoma County
1969-10-14
p. 9
"Christian Women Meet Thursday"
Mrs. Millie Stamm, Kansas City, Missouri, will be the speaker, author of 'Meditation Moments for Women'at Santa Rosa Christian Women Meeting at the Flamingo Hotel.
Religion
Women's Organizations
Sonoma County
1969-10-14
p. 9
"none"
Women's Club Meet At Salvation Army At 10 a.m. Tomorrow
Women's Organizations
Sonoma County
1969-10-14
p. 9
"Moose Women Plan Business Session"
The business ession will be followed by a social hour with refreshments
Women's Organizations
Sonoma County
1969-10-15
p. 5
"P. O. W. Wives Ask Protesters Aid"
The wives of naval airmen ask the protesters to remember the P. O. W.'s in Vietnam

Military
National
1969-10-16
p. 8
"Kidnapped Girl Found Unharmed"
Kirsten Anderson, 17 years old teachers aid from Vacavile, was held for 28 hours and released unharmed.
Domestic Violence
Sonoma County
1969-10-16
p. 8
"Women: I'll Buy Alcatraz For San Francisco"
A wealthy conservationist has offered to buy the Island for $2 million.

Name: Mrs. Frank Gerbede
Cultural Events
Women in Politics
California
1969-10-19
p. 1B
"Dedicated Women Organize Santa Rosa School Volunteers"
Women helping by becoming teachers aides
Education
Sonoma County
1969-10-19
p. 3B
"Girl Scouts Collect"
Konocti Council, Girl Scouts recently took part in a beach cleanup at Doran Park
Women's Organizations
Sonoma County
1969-10-19
p. 4B
"Dairy Women Sponsor Tour"
Country home tour scheduled for Wednesday at 11am
Cultural Events
Women's Organizations
Sonoma County
1969-10-19
p. 15
"National Business Women's Week Highlighted by Community Roundtable"
Santa Rosa and Los Rosas Business and Professional Women's Clubs will meet today.

Women's Organizations
Sonoma County
1969-10-20
p. 18
"Girl, Age 2, Stabbed in Los Gatos Vineyard"
A blonde girl, age 2, was savagely stabbed to death in unsolved killing
Women's Health
California
1969-10-22
p. 13
"Legal Secretaries Arrange Rummage Sale For Saturday"
Sonoma County Legal Secretaries Association will sponsor a rummage sale on Saturday
Women's Organizations
Sonoma County
1969-10-23
p. 16
""Women's Activities Committe Scheduled to meet""
Bodega Bay; The Women's Activities Committee met at the home of Mrs. Harold Henderson to plan fall activities.

Women's Organizations
California
1969-10-24
p. 2
""First Woman elected to Congress""
The first woman member of Congress to represent the United States as Rep to the UN.
Women in Politics
National
1969-10-27
p. 18
"Mrs. Wilson Is The Woman Of The Year"
Mrs. Lucille Wilson was chosen by the Willits Business and Professional Women's Club as Woman of the Year.
Cultural Events
Sonoma County
1969-10-28
p. 13
"U. C. Coed Stabbed to Death; Brothers Roommate Held"
Supposedly she was stabbed to death on her porch by her brother's roommate
Women's Health
Sonoma County
1969-10-28
p. 13
"City of L. A. Bans"
Topless And Bottomless is banned from night clubs and vars in L. A. on Monday by the City Council
Work Equity
Sonoma County
1969-10-29
p. 12
"Soroptimist Club Plans Dinner At Michelle's"
Gathering will be at the Soroptimist Club of Santa Rosa at 7:30pm, Mrs. Harvey L. Wells, presiding
Women's Organizations
Sonoma County
1969-10-30
p. 4
"The Angela Davis Scandal"
Angela Davis, a black communist teacher, was fired from lecturing at UCLA because she is communist. 'Freedom of speech guaranteed by the Constitution may be leading to the downfall of the United States.'
Education
Women in Politics
National
1969-10-31
p. 8
"Jr. Miss Paegant"
Scheduled for Dec. 6
Cultural Events
Sonoma County
1969-12-01
p. 3
"Widow Says Bust Surgery Was A Bust"
Lost fiance due to bad surgery. Was awarded $13,000.
Marriage/Family Relations
Women's Health
National
1969-12-01
p. 4
"The Meaning Of That Pre-Cancerous Cell"
Article discussing pre cancerous cells found in a pap smear.
Women's Health
National
1969-12-04
p. 15
"Dolls Are No Longer Any Fun For LIttle Girls"
Talks about the changing anatomy of women dolls. Sex symbols. EXPLAIN MORE FULLY
SUGGEST A SUBJECT HEADING TO DR. JOLLY
(no headings)
National
1969-12-07
p. 6
"Estrogen Treatments and the Change of Life"
Deals with health issues regarding the effects of estrogen treatment.
Women's Health
National
1969-12-07
p. 8
"California Abortion Law Test"
Man suing a hospital in order to prevent his ex-wife from getting an abortion that she says will save her mental health.
Marriage/Family Relations
Reproductive Rights
California
1969-12-14
p. 11
"Woman Changes Mind, Won't Get Abortion"
Refers to article from 12/7. The abortion was allowed by the courts, but the woman decided not to go through with it.

Marriage/Family Relations
Reproductive Rights
California
1969-12-17
p. 5E
"Gals Wear Golf Pants"
Women beat men in "Guys vs Gals" golf tournament in Willits.
Sports
National
1969-12-24
p. 4E
"Housewifing Very Busy Job"
An Oregon State statistician came up with what an average housewife does. Maybe a joke as the stats include winning 8590 of all arguements with family and talking for a total of 8 years.
Housework
National
1969-12-28
p. 6
"Women Heads Airport At Covelo "
Woman manager at Mendocino airport
Work Opportunities
California
1969-12-29
p. 20
"Two Versions of Women's Sit-Down Jail Protest"
At Santa Rita Rehabilitation Center 60 female inmates were involved in a protest against cutting meals from 3 a day to 2 a day.
Criminal Justice
California
1969-12-31
p. 2A
"Wife Beating Jails Man, 53"
A Santa Rosa man was charged with a felony after beating his wife so bad she required hospitilialtion.
Domestic Violence
Sonoma County
1970-02-01
p. 4
"League of Women Voters Endorses School Bond Measure"
The League of Women Voters urged residents to vote yes on a bond measure for the Rincon Vally School District. The editorial cited a lack of fundinf for schools in California.
Editorial/Commentary
Education
Sonoma County
1970-02-03
p. 15
"Women's Lib Coalition Opens Ejects Male Reporters"
The Michigan Women's Liberation Coalition opended their new conference by telling male reporters to leave. They said the male controlled media contributed to the oppression of women.
Women in Media
National
1970-02-06
p. 1
"Feminists in Amsterdam Threaten Men "
Militant feminists in Amsterdam that kidnapped men for "treatment", announced plans to escalate their efforts. The group also harrassed men on the street and raided men's washrooms.
Women Activists
International
1970-02-08
p. 4A
"League Of Women Voters Is Fundraising For A Week"
An editorial calls for attention to the league's fundraising and outlines their local activies in the past year, including surveys, studies, and demonstrations on how to use voting machines.
Editorial/Commentary
Sonoma County
1970-02-13
p. 8
"Government Statistics show more Working Women"
Women made up 38.5% of U. S. workforce compared to 18.1% at the turn of the century. The Labor Deptartment said this was in part due to a reduction of the "barriers" to female employment.

Work Equity
National
1970-02-15
p. 9A
"Pope Names First Female "Doctors" of Catholic Church"
For the first time in history, the pope bestowed the title of "Doctor of the Church" on two women. The titles were awarded posthumously.
Religion
International
1970-02-15
p. 11A
"Number of Abortions Double in California"
Department of Health reported doubling of legal abortions since prior year. Most abortions were still done illegally, but the proportion of legal ones increased. This article was listed just below an article about slowed population growth in California.
Reproductive Rights
California
1970-02-22
p. 6
"Women's Wages projected to Equal Men's"
Author and president of an Employment Service Robert Snelling says women's salaries will catch up to men's during the 1970's.
Work Equity
National
1970-02-24
p. 1
"High Court Opens Abortion Question"
Supreme Court refuses to hear California's plea regarding conflicting abortion laws
Reproductive Rights
National
1970-02-25
p. 12
"Feminists "Hiss" pill advocate over comments"
Pill advocate testifying before congress implied women need not be educated about "intracacies of pill" was hissed by feminists.
Reproductive Rights
National
1970-04-01
p. 33
"Stripper: Too Much Nudity"
Las Vegas stripper asserts too much nudity in entertainment.
Women in Media
National
1970-04-05
p. 1
"Reagan Rips Welfare System"
California Governor Ronald Reagan accuses welfare system of encouraging teen girls to get pregnant to escape parents and leave child's father to receive welfare payments. Proposes the parents and father of the child should be financially responsible for the child.
Poverty/Welfare
California
1970-04-05
p. 1
"Manslaughter: Husband Dies, Wife Arrested"
Married couple have dispute; wife shoots and kills husband.
Domestic Violence
Sonoma County
1970-04-05
p. 7a
"Sonoma State College Students Picket in Front of Library to Raise Awareness About Body Images Issues [picture]"
Women's Health
Sonoma County
1970-04-09
p. 4
"Dreams [advice column]"
Woman wrote inquiring about her dream where she questioned, as a nurse, which is emotionally more difficult for a woman--abortion or an unwanted child.
Reproductive Rights
National
1970-04-10
p. 4
"Dreams [advice column]"
Woman upset about dream of husband neglecting her
Marriage/Family Relations
National
1970-04-13
p. 4
"Dr. Lester Coleman [column]"
Woman asks for relief from menstrual cramps. Dr. Coleman's advice: tranquilizers.
Women's Health
National
1970-04-16
p. 26
"Vienna's Female Police Married into Extinction"
Discussing high number of women cadets leaving police academy and police force early in order to get married, leaving no women police.
Work Opportunities
International
1970-04-17
p. 1
"Welfare Reform Advances"
Adds more benefits and rights for recipients
Poverty/Welfare
National
1970-04-22
p. 30
"Gloomy Welfare Cost Report is Given to Lake Supervisors"
Discusses unexpected increase in recipients and the impact on the county budget
Poverty/Welfare
California
1970-04-23
p. 1
"Reagan: Abortions May Exceed Births in California"
California Governor Ronald Reagan, in a speech to Congress of Republican Women, projects more abortions than births within a year. Warns that liberal abortion laws will lead to abortions post-birth.
Reproductive Rights
California
1970-04-23
p. 4
"Dreams"
Women have more time than men to worry about dreams
Women's Health
National
1970-04-23
p. 6
"Liberal Abortion Bill Introduced"
Democrats say it will end women's guilt and free doctors to practice in the way they choose
Reproductive Rights
National
1970-04-23
p. 12
"Panel Stalls Welfare Chief"
California Governor Reagan's appointee hostile to welfare recipients.
Poverty/Welfare
California
1970-04-23
p. 17
"Sonoma Marine Wife an Honorary Lance Corporal"
Wives living overseas with their Marine husbands receive the honor for supporting their husband, family, and country.
Military
Sonoma County
1970-04-23
p. 18
"Pipe-smoking Woman Legislator Fights for Equality of Sexes"
Trenton, New Jersey, woman lawmaker demands women be written into the state's anti-discrimination policy
Civil Rights
National
1970-04-24
p. 8
"Women's Lib Takes on Playboy Magazine"
Former playboy bunny claims she was fired for standing up for women's rights
Work Equity
National
1970-04-29
p. 4
"Children and the Pill"
Discusses the dangers of children ingesting mother's birth control pills and poisoning themselves.
Women's Health
National
1970-06-01
p. 12
"Oak Leaf Rebekah Set Memorial Date"
Joint memorial service hel with Odd Fellows Lodge
Access to gender-exclusive organizations
Sonoma County
1970-06-02
p. 2
"Margret Chase Smith Warns Of Repression"
Senator Smith echoed Macarthyism arning of the anti-democratic slander coming from the far left today.
Women in Government
National
1970-06-02
p. 2
"21,000 For Slap On Backside"
A Woman was awarded the aforementioned sum in sexual harassment case, lawyer of defendent will appeal.
Court Case
Sexual Harassment
National
1970-06-02
p. 14
"Divorce Has Failed In Eyes Of Society"
Women must face social, economic, and emotional adjustments to life.
Divorce
National
1970-06-03
p. 16
"Thursday Meeting Has Club"
Thursday Afternnon Club of Gurenville will meet for a luncheon.
Access to gender-exclusive organizations
Cultural Events
Sonoma County
1970-06-04
p. 18
"Cloverdale Women's Club Celebrates Anniversary"
Women's Improvement Club celebrates anniversaries of members and coridinates other social events.
Cultural Events
Sonoma County
1970-06-07
p. 1B
"World's Literacy Crisis Is Second To one, Say Santa Rosa Women"
Mrs. Peterson is Coordinator of Sonoma County adult literacy council, but has traveled to India to help.
Education
Sonoma County
1970-06-08
p. 8
"Green Ladies To Install New Officers"
Auxillary to Santa Rosa General Hospital are installing new officers at the volunteer club.
Access to gender-exclusive organizations
Sonoma County
1970-06-09
p. 1
"New Rules On Women's Job Rights"
Nixon issued guidelines prohibiting federal contractors from discriminating against women in job opportunities and working conditions.
Work Equity
National
1970-06-09
p. 9
"3 Female 'Yippies' Picket US Embassy"
In Moscow at embassy picket about Vietname War- have famousprotestor husbands.
Military
International
1970-06-09
p. 16
"Empire Red Cross Chapter Installs New Officers"
Women were elected to high offices even Chairman and seeks aid for Peru.
Red Cross
Sonoma County
1970-06-10
p. 43
"Highly Educated Women Claim Discrimination"
Women are discriminated in the working world. 80% believe, and even educate men believe women belong in the house with the children.
Work Opportunities
National
1970-06-11
p. 18
"Psychic Navato Woman Tuned Into Spirits"
Housework and founder of innerlight program, will be doing lectures in Sonoma county.
Work Opportunities
Sonoma County
1970-06-11
p. 26
"Gal Drivers on Lake-Mendo-Ovals"
Driving board of directors have allowed women to compete in Powder Puff auto races for ladies.
Access to gender-exclusive organizations
Sports
Sonoma County
1970-06-12
p. 3
"UCLA Professors Vote To Retain Daivs"
UCLA academic senate voted to retain Davis, pay her salery and accredit courses taught.
Education
Work Equity
California
1970-06-14
p. Med
"Women, Men On Par At South Pole"
Women participating in 16th annual Navy Scientific foray by travel to Antartica.
Work Opportunities
National
1970-06-14
p. 3c
"SR Woman And Mother In Powder Puff Derby"
After 4 years women back in flying expo for women pilots only events.
Cultural Events
Sonoma County
1970-06-14
p. 7b
"Parlor 217, NDGW Has 50th Anniversary"
Native daughters in Sonma County had 50th anniversary and visit from grad president.
Access to gender-exclusive organizations
Sonoma County
1970-06-14
p. 15a
"Santa Rosa Girl Returns From Camous Afloat"
Julie Young, from Santa Rosa returns from world campus afloat sponsored by Chapman College offers programs for over 200 students.
Education
National
1970-06-15
p. 5
"Iowa Student First Negro In Miss America Pagent"
Cheryl Browne,the first and only black contestant in state, wowed judges with ballet.
Cultural Events
National
1970-06-16
p. 3
"Bill Would Make Killing Of Unborn Children Murder"
Republican congressman pushing for bill to make killing unborn fetuses murder.
Reproductive Rights
California
1970-06-16
p. 12
"Miss Ganbetta Worth Advisor"
She was installed as Worthy advisor for Rainbow order for girls in Gurneville
Cultural Events
Sonoma County
1970-06-17
p. 6
"Business Women Meet Tonight"
American buisness women's association are meeting to install new officers.
Cultural Events
Women's Organizations
Sonoma County
1970-06-18
p. 18
"Attractive Model"
A Couple diffrent models gave up good careers to sit outside Washington DC in hopes of persuading people towards christ.
Religion
Work Equity
National
1970-06-21
p. 1
"Angela Davis Unprofessional And The Regents Remove Her"
Board voted not to rehire the assistant professor due to extremist speeches she gave.
Work Equity
California
1970-06-21
p. 8A
"Young Girl Job Bill Defeated"
Senate defeated a bill that would have let girls 14-18 sell newspapers and shine shoes and peddle merchandise door to door.
Work Equity
Work Opportunities
California
1970-06-22
p. 7
"All-Girl Underwater Team Ready"
NASC's first all girl scientific underwater team will be observed for human behavior under the ocean.
Work Opportunities
National
1970-06-22
p. 8
"Airline Stewrdess Does Her Bit For Underprivileged"
She teaches english to under privilged in Nepal, has children, and is still a flight attendent.
Peace
Poverty/Welfare
National
1970-06-22
p. 9
"Angela Vows Suit On Dismissal"
Angela Davis is suing the state for reinststement after being fired for communist talk.
Peace
Poverty/Welfare
Work Equity
National
1970-06-24
p. 11
"AMA Racked By Abortion Debate"
Committee trying to find happy medium in abortion debate.
Reproductive Rights
National
1970-06-24
p. 16
"SR Mother Nearing SSC Degree"
Patricia Fitzgerald, a active member in community, raised children, and earned a degree.
Education
Sonoma County
1970-06-24
p. 18
"Rainbow Girls Install New Officers"
Club tied to episcopal church and had officers ceremony.
Education
Sonoma County
1970-06-25
p. 12
"AMA SHifts Policy On Abortion"
Medical association would allow physicians to perform operation in states it's deemed legal.
Reproductive Rights
National
1970-06-25
p. 26
"Women Snubbed At Wimbeldon"
Did not start the top seats on center court during ladies day caused a stir.
Sports
National
1970-06-26
p. 14
"Healdsburg, Navato Girls Crowned 'Maids'"
Highlight of Sonoma-Marin county fair, can compete ar state fair competition.
Access to gender-exclusive organizations
Sonoma County
1970-06-28
p. 5B
"Installation Planned Today"
Officers added to Santa Rosa Negro Buisness and Professional Women's Club and young adult club.
Cultural Events
Women's Organizations
Sonoma County
1970-06-28
p. 7S
"Why They Changed The Sign On PT and T Locker Room Door"
Joleen Rushing,is one of first few women to do man's telephone job as a foreman or franette.
Work Equity
Work Opportunities
Sonoma County
1970-06-28
p. 7B
"Woman's World Feature At Napa County Fair..."
Bring educational features and gifts such as picture mounting, fashion design, gardening, and decorating.
Housework
Women's Organizations
Sonoma County
1970-08-02
p. 9C
"Doctor Says Abortion Law Great--Preventions Better"
Federal law: permits abortions in hospitals as part of a physicians regular medical practice. Dr. Koch, (doesn't say where he is from) sees as many as 100 women a week.
Reproductive Rights
Women's Health
National
1970-08-02
p. 16C
"Should? Shouldn't she? Most women won't talk"
A single woman's sex life-women seen as relatively free to have one's own sex life. Can she hold him if she doesn't? Will he marry her if she does? This is an article describing how a single woman's social life can inhibit men, potentially, from finding her as a desirable wife.
Sexuality
National
1970-08-03
p. 10
"Unwanted Birth Can Mean Poverty"
House Public Health and Welfare Committee say that an estimated 5 million poor or nearly poor women use subsidized family planning services. Yes, this is part of the House Public Health and Welfare Committee (they are part of Congress).
Poverty/Welfare
Women's Health
National
1970-08-03
p. 10
"Mixed Marriage In Mississippi"
Marriage licenses held up because judge would not issue licenses to mixed marriage couples in Mississippi who were racially mixed.
Civil Rights
Marriage/Family Relations
National
1970-08-11
p. 6
"Women's Rights Bill Passes The House 550-15"
Bill would overturn hundreds of state laws intended to protect women workers. Proposed Constituional Amendment from the House of REpresentatives, that states "Equality of rights under the law shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any state on account of sex.
Equal Rights
Work Equity
National
1970-08-12
p. 12
"Women Attain Higher Level Of Education"
More women are going to college and graduate schools.
Education
National
1970-08-13
p. 9
"Woman Dealer In Las Vegas"
30 year ban lifted prohibiting women from working as dealers in gambling casinos along the Las Vegas strip.
Access to gender-exclusive organizations
Work Opportunities
National
1970-08-13
p. 12
"New Bill Of Rights"
Bill of Rights for divorced women calling for financial freedom by the women's librariont movement.
Marriage/Family Relations
National
1970-08-14
p. 4
"Women's Equality"
States are now voting to ratify the new constitutional amendment preventing the discrimination on account of sex. (Except for enforcements of weightlifting for a job would still be enforceable.)
Equal Rights Amendment
National
1970-08-14
p. 14
"Woman Forms Unit To Offset Women's Lib"
Jacquie Davison believes women should be encouraged "to become the ideal woman from a man's point of view."
Backlash
Women Activists
National
1970-08-16
p. 17
"Gals OK After Petaluma Mishap"
The gals will be the butt of a lot of bad "women driver" jokes the next time there is a Powder Puff Derby. Two women met in a head on collision the day before on the corner of Mendocino in Santa Rosa. No one was hurt but the reporters opinion connotes that all women are bad drivers and that this accident is a result of that opinion.
Status of Women
Sonoma County
1970-08-17
p. 2
"Family Immunization Instead Of Baby Clinic"
Rohnert Park Child Health Conference will no longer be held, due to the lack of funds and the lack of participation through the community.
Maternal/Infant Care
Sonoma County
1970-08-18
p. 5
"Women's Rights Proposal"
Amendment would be a substitute for a House passed measure which would wipe out all legal distinction between the sexes.
Equal Rights Amendment
National
1970-08-19
p. 25
"Move To Get More Women In Politics"
Rpublican and Democrat leaders were trying to have more women into big time politics. To voice out the concerns of women issues and issues normally connected with women.
Access to gender-exclusive organizations
Women in Government
National
1970-08-23
p. 4
"[political cartoon] "
Women holding sign saying "Women's Lib/Equal Jobs"; Boss says "You've got to be kiddin'!"
Editorial/Commentary
Sonoma County
1970-08-24
p. 2
"Ladies Asked Not To Shop Wednesday"
Women should mark 50th anniversary of 19th Amendment (right to vote) by giving up shopping for the day says National Organization for Women president.
Equal Rights
Women's Organizations
National
1970-08-26
p. 1
"Women Of U.S. Arise Today"
Women are slowly being freed rom second sex roles, Women's liberation committee are in charge as President Nixon appoints seven women into the secret service detailing the United State White House. The Women's liberation Committee are taking strides toward making changes in the nations broadcasting companies use of discrimination women.
Status of Women
National
1970-08-26
p. 11
"Women's Lib Group Calls For Boycott Of Products"
Women being portrayed in hundreds of products in commercial as sex objects. The national Women's strike committee didn't buy products would contribute to these images of women.
Women in Media
Women's Organizations
National
1970-08-26
p. 11
"Unwed, Pregnant WAVE Fights Navy Discharge"
Women who want to serve their country are told no they can't expecially those women intended to be mothers who are unwed. They can only get to certain point within the administration until they face discrimination.
Access to gender-exclusive organizations
Military
Work Equity
Work Opportunities
National
1970-08-26
p. 11
"Women Losing Job Battles CHECK TITLE"
women stuck in low paying safe jobs because women can only climb so high in the professional social ladder. Discriination due to their sex has an affect on whay types of jobs they can receive.
Work Opportunities
California
1970-08-26
p. 40
"Women Voters Seeking County's Unregistered"
Women are neglecting to register to vote. This is an untapped political resource. The Sonoma County Commission on women and the County League of Women Voters are both involved with this issue of the lack of female voters.
Women in Politics
Sonoma County
1970-08-27
p. 1
"Feminine Ferocity"
women picketing against discrimination of women and the war in Vietnam. Civil Rights hung up on sex discrimination. The occasion was the celebration of the 50th Anniversary of woman's right to vote.
Civil Rights
Equal Rights
Women Activists
National
1970-08-27
p. 9
"SF, LA Women Speak Their Mind"
50th Anniversary of Women's right to vote and Ad Hoc Women's Committee march sponsored by N.O.W.
Equal Rights
Women Activists
California
1970-08-28
p. 1
"Women's Rights Move In Trouble"
(It is being reviewed by the senate and was passed orginally by the House Representative.)
Equal Rights Amendment
National
1970-10-01
p. 5
"Eldridge Woman 'Adopts' Viet Boy"
Rebecca Lazor of Eldridge 'adopted' financially a 10 year-old Vietnamese boy through Foster Parents Plan Inc., New York
Peace
Poverty/Welfare
Women's Organizations
International
1970-10-01
p. 15
"Navy Mothers Have Luncheon, Program"
Nat Twiddy represented the Redwood Empire Heart Association
Sewing Societies
Women's Health
Sonoma County
1970-10-02
p. 8
"Petaluma Woman backs Mrs. Priest"
Mrs. Priest, an eight year U. S. Treasurer during the Eisenhower Administration is seeking her second four year term
Women in Politics
National
1970-10-04
p. 1
"SRJC Coed Murdered"
Kenneth B. Comstock, Santa Rosa man held for the stabbing of coed Wenda Howard. Howard was stabbed eleven times and left to die in a ditch.
Criminal Justice
Women's Health
Sonoma County
1970-10-04
p. 4B
"Church Women Arrange Sale"
Members of the Guild of the Incarnation; Episcopal church, made arrangements for rummage sale
Cultural Events
Religion
Sonoma County
1970-10-04
p. 5B
"Sausalito Woman Leads Unrestricted Abortion Fight"
Patricia Theresa Jean. Misgivings comes as anyone to leading this case. She has been in and out of jail and has had three abortions, two self-induced and has helped more than 15,000 obtain abortions.
Reproductive Rights
Women's Health
California
1970-10-04
p. 14A
"Mrs. Nixon And Queen Make Social History"
First lady Pat Nixon, feeling strain of hectic schedule, exchanged mother talk with Queen Elizabeth todya at a luncheon
Women in Politics
International
1970-10-05
p. 1
"Singer Janis Joplin, Queen of Rock, Blues, Is Dead"
She was found dead at her apartment late Sunday; cause of death was drug overdose
Reproductive Rights
Women's Health
National
1970-10-06
p. 15
"County Nurses Plan Meeting"
The regional medical program will be meeting at 7:30pm
Women's Organizations
Sonoma County
1970-10-07
p. 14
"Female Reservist With Young Son Wins Round"
A federal judge had granted a preliminary injunction to a woman Army reservist who contends there is room for mothers in the Army
Equal Rights
Military
National
1970-10-08
p. 12
"Girl Scouts Hold Trash Cleanup"
60 girls representing five troops, the monarch Girl Scouts held pre-winter trash pickup.
Women's Organizations
California
1970-10-09
p. 2
"Woman Held On Bad Checks"
Sheriff's fraud investigators arrested a 76 year-old woman yesterday on felony check charges; Christine Gardner was picked up at home in Santa Rosa
Poverty/Welfare
California
1970-10-09
p. 8
"Women's Rights Bill In Trouble"
Senate attaches extraneous riders; a legislative logjam may have killed any chance a proposed constitutional amendment guaranteeing women legal equality with men
Equal Rights Amendment
National
1970-10-11
p. 3B
"Santa Rosa Women at Conference"
Natalie Malkovich, president of Gamma Tau chapter
Equal Rights Amendment
Sonoma County
1970-10-11
p. 3B
"Woman Of The Year Selected By Members of BPWC"
Santa Rosa Business and Professional Women's Club has a meeting planned for 7:30pm Tuesday at Flamingo Hotel. Mrs. Norman Spruce will preside.
Women's Organizations
Sonoma County
1970-10-11
p. 4B
"Ladies Auxilliary Schedules Meeting"
At noon potluck luncheon will precede tomorrow's 1:30pm meeting of Ladies Auxilliary 258, Veterans of WW I.
Military
Women's Organizations
Sonoma County
1970-10-11
p. 5C
"League of Women Voters Publishes Election Booklet"
California Election Extra is being distributed by the League of Women Voters of Santa Rosa
Women in Government
Women in Politics
California
1970-10-11
p. 7B
"Grandmothers Plan Meeting"
Announcement has been made that members of Santa Rosa Grandmothers Club 19 have revised their schedule for this month.
Cultural Events
Sewing Societies
Sonoma County
1970-10-12
p. 6
"Rulings Due On Abortions and Pornography"
The court dismissed an appeal by Wisconsin authorities from a ruling which struck down abortion law allowing such operations to save a mother's life.
Equal Rights
Women in Politics
Women's Health
National
1970-10-13
p. 1
"Women's Rights Bill In Trouble"
The senate today voted 36 to 33 to exempt women from the draft in any constitutional amendment to extend equality to women.
Equal Rights Amendment
National
1970-10-14
p. 1
"Angela Davis Held On $1,250,000 Bail"
Angela Davis, a black militant and admitted communist, was arraigned on a fugutive warrant today in connection with the kidnapping and shotgun slaying of a California judge.
Education
Work Opportunities
California
1970-10-15
p. 13
"Angela Davis Held Without Bail"
Black militant Davis held for kidnapping and murder held without bail until November 9th trial.
Education
National
1970-10-16
p. 6
"Optmi-Mrs. Plan Spagheti Feed"
The Opti-Mrs. Club of Santa Rosa will sponsor an Italian Dinner Sunday, donations will benefit organization's school scholarship fund.
Cultural Events
Sonoma County
1970-10-19
p. 1
"Two Women Marked For Death"
Two young women in the Clayton Ricky Wilson murder case, have been marked for death by underworld figures

Criminal Justice
Sonoma County
1970-10-20
p. 14
"Sonoma Valley Pageant Will Benefit Memorial Fund"
Sonoma Valley Jaycees today announced that all proceeds from Junior Miss Pageant will be donated to Earl Crumbliss Memorial Scholarship Fund.
Women's Organizations
Sonoma County
1970-10-21
p. 15
"Mothers Met For Luncheon"
Harmony Schoolroom Mothers meet at Floris with Mrs. Ralph Elliot presiding.
Work Opportunities
Sonoma County
1970-10-23
p. 18
"Husbands at their best when Wives are Working"
Husbands are at their best when wives are working. The U. S. Department of Agriculture surveyed families to find out how much work men did around the house; found the men did 1.6 hours a day no matter whether the wife worked or not.Written by Erma Bombeck.

Marriage/Family Relations
Work Equity
National
1970-10-25
p. 7B
"BPWC Leader To Speak At Business Week Dinner"
Mrs. Frances Jamieson, Daly City; second vice president of California Federation of California Business and Professional Women's Club
Work Opportunities
Sonoma County
1970-10-25
p. 12A
"Grand Jury Transction in Rape-Murder Released"
Rape/Murder suspect Kenneth B. Comstock allegedly confessed that his distraught state of mind, coupled with a bad LSD trip, led to the fatal stabbing of Wenda Howard in the early hours of October 3rd
Rape
California
1970-10-27
p. 10
"Montreal Woman pleads in French for her husbands realese"
Barbara Cross pleads with the kidnappers of her diplomat husband for his freedom.

Criminal Justice
International
1970-10-27
p. 14
"Mrs. Michelle has been made recprent of the 1970 Professional Achievement Award "
Announcement made by Santa Rosa Negro Business and Profressional Women's Club

Work Opportunities
Sonoma County
1970-10-28
p. 22
"League of Women Voters endorse 7 of 20 Propostions"
The League of Women Voters has endorsed seven of tweny propositions on next Tuesday's California Ballot, Props. 1,9,14,15,16,17 and 18.

Women in Government
Women in Politics
California
1970-10-29
p. 8
"Pregant Airforce Nurse Boranted more time"
The fight to save Captain Susan R. Struck's Air Force career moved here today after a federal judge in nearby [illegible] granted the pregnant, unmarried nurse an additional 24 hours to seek a restraining order stopping her discharge until she can get a federal hearing.

Equal Rights
Maternal/Infant Care
Military
National
1970-10-29
p. 17
"Arbortionist Challenges State Law"
Dr. Jane Hodgson is a pleasant-faced woman of 55, a mother of two daughters, a gynecologist, and an abortionist. She performed an abortion against state law to save the mother's life.
Maternal/Infant Care
Military
California
1970-10-30
p. 14
"Woman saves Baby from a 300 foot ocean cliff fall"
Beth Foley heard something that sounded like crying, went to investigate the sound, and found 18 month old Tobias Puenzl hanging from an iceplant over the cliff.

Marriage/Family Relations
California
1970-10-30
p. 17
"World Community Day Set By Church Women United"
Church Women United in Santa Rosa will celebrate world community day on Friday Nov. 6th
Religion
Women's Organizations
California
1970-12-01
p. 15
"Outside Judge For Angela Case"
About trial of Angela Davis for the murder of a Marin County Judge.
Civil Rights
Court Case
California
1970-12-03
p. 16
"War Mothers Plan Meeting Tomorrow"
Notes a meeting of Santa Rosa chapter 34, American War Mothers.
Women Activists
Sonoma County
1970-12-03
p. 29
"Women Milkers Hike Production"
The hiring of 16 women to a Florida dairy caused milk production to jump 15% because cows respond better to a woman's touch.
Work Opportunities
National
1970-12-04
p. 5
"Angela's Extradition Upheld"
The Supreme Court upheld a ruling for Davis to be extradited to California to face murder charges.
Court Case
National
1970-12-04
p. 10
"Unwed Airforce Captain Gives Birth To A Girl"
Air Force tried to discharge her under a regulation which forbids pregnant female officers from serving. But she claims it's unconsitutional.
Military
Reproductive Rights
Work Equity
National
1970-12-06
p. 5A
"County Accused Of Bias Against Women Employees"
The suite was filed on behalf of Mrs. Lombardo, the sherrif's executive secretary, by the ACLU. Women who gave birth and requested sick leave were denied, even though the county has an ordinance allowing men to take paid leave for the birth of a child.
Work Equity
Sonoma County
1970-12-06
p. 9A
"Pollution Topic For Women Voters"
Santa Rosa League of Women Voters holds three meetings to discuss air pollution control.

Women's Organizations
Sonoma County
1970-12-06
p. 28
"WCTU Meeting Is Calendered"
The theme of the next WCTU meeting will be -"God's Law First".
Women's Organizations
Sonoma County
1970-12-07
p. 2
"Democrats Say Thanks To A Tireless Friend--Mrs. Ruth Thayer"
Mrs. Thayer was instrumental in organizing for the Democratic Party in Sonoma County from 1964 on.
Women in Politics
Sonoma County
1970-12-07
p. 5
"Woman Won't Tell Police About Rape"
A woman hitchiking from San Francisco was raped and assaulted in Sonoma County, but refused to cooperate with authorities saying she just wanted to forget the whole thing.
Rape
Sonoma County
1970-12-07
p. 5
"If She Burns To Be A Fireman, Don't Laugh"
Women are serving as volunteer firefighters. There are 8 total in California.. But women are not able to be paid firefighters. There is no reason given for why there are no women firegighters.
Access to gender-exclusive organizations
Work Opportunities
California
1970-12-07
p. 7
"Mrs. Kennedy Joins Chavez Rally"
Ethel Kennedy marches in support of Cesar Chavez (picture)
Civil Rights
Women Activists
Women in Politics
California
1970-12-09
p. 36
"Women In Mounties? Unit Says Yes"
Canada changes the law and calls for an end to discrimination in the Royal Canadian Mounties.
Access to gender-exclusive organizations
Work Equity
International
1970-12-10
p. 18
"UC Law Professor: Women Have Right To Tend Bar"
Three bars cited by the City of Los Angeles for hiring women bar tenders. They filed with the appeals court, which refused to hear the case.
Work Equity
Work Opportunities
California
1970-12-11
p. 1
"Name Change For Women's Libber"
Froncia Nita Luessen, took her maiden name back because it imples a married relationship based on individuality.
Equal Rights
Marriage/Family Relations
National
1970-12-13
p. 9A
"Women Head One In Ten Families"
Families headed by women account for a large potion of those living in poverty

Marriage/Family Relations
Poverty/Welfare
National
1970-12-16
p. 23
"Women Banned From Snowmobiles"
"There's only one thing worse than a woman driver, and that's a woman snowmobiler," said the resort manager of a exlusive ski resort in Michigan. The resort is the only place where this ban is in place.
Access to gender-exclusive organizations
Sports
National
1970-12-20
p. 2C
"Judge Orders Woman To Pay Child Support"
Judge stated the he was "striking a blow for women's liberation" and gave custody to the husband while ordering the woman to pay child support.
Marriage/Family Relations
National
1970-12-20
p. 8A
"(Picture) Oakland's First Black Policewoman, Saundra Brown"
Access to gender-exclusive organizations
Work Opportunities
California
1970-12-22
p. 1
"Pregnant Wunwed To Lose Welfare"
Reagan administration took steps to deny welfare to pregnant pregnant unwed women.
Poverty/Welfare
Reproductive Rights
California
1970-12-22
p. 10
"Women's Lib And The Marines"
A woman involved in the women's lib movement joined the marines.
Military
Work Equity
National
1970-12-23
p. 1
"Angela Defiant In Court Appearance"
Davis appeared in court for her murder and kidnapping charges.
Court Case
California
1970-12-25
p. 27
"Resort Owners Bow To Women"
Refers to an earlier article about women not being able to snowmobile. Resort owner backed off ban of women snowmobilers due to pressure from women's liberation groups.
Access to gender-exclusive organizations
Sports
National
1970-12-25
p. 35
"ALC Ordains First Woman Pastor"
The first woman paster, Barbara Andrews, was ordained in Minnesotta.
Access to gender-exclusive organizations
Religion
Work Opportunities
National
1970-12-27
p. 1B
"Birth Control Bill OK'd"
Nixon signed legislation authorizing expanded federal birth control programs.
Reproductive Rights
National
1970-12-27
p. 7B
"Washington Women Invade Male Sanctuaries"
First girl page, four policewomen, and five military socail aides, positions not previously held by women in the nations capitol were seeing an influx of women.
Access to gender-exclusive organizations
Work Opportunities
National
1970-12-31
p. 11
"World Of Women In 1970 Featured Limb, Lib, and Lip"
Talks about growing women's liberation movement in an end of the year look back article.
Equal Rights
Women Activists
National
1971-02-02
p. 5
"Pregnant Women Warned Against Tuna, Swordfish"
High amount of methyl mercury in fish might harm unborn fetus
Maternal/Infant Care
National
1971-02-03
p. 14
"Legal Secretaries, Inc. Seeks Applicants for Eight Scholarships"
Scholarships for women in law or law secretary school

Name: Mrs. Ray Baker
Education
Names
Work Opportunities
Sonoma County
1971-02-03
p. 33
"Marin Accused of Sex Bias"
NOW Marin chapter accue Marin County of pay discrimination, ask state to investigate
Work Equity
California
1971-02-04
p. 17
"Captain Mother Wins Round"
9th Circuit prevents Air Force from discharging Air Force captain after becoming pregnant

Names: Captain Susan Struck
Military
Names
Work Equity
California
1971-02-04
p. 18
"War Mothers Plan Meeting"
Meeting/fundraiser by Chapter 34 of American War Mothers
Military
Sonoma County
1971-02-07
p. 3B
"BPW Club Sets Meeting For Tuesday"
Santa Rosa Business and Professional Women's Club, scholarships for older women.
Work Opportunities
Sonoma County
1971-02-07
p. 75
"Women in Banking"
Speaker Dan Hlorov discussing women in banking

Name: Denise Richardson (Chairman, Women's Committee)
Finances
Work Opportunities
Sonoma County
1971-02-08
p. 6
"Women Voters Plan Meetings"
League of Women Voters schedule three meetings to discuss survey of agencies in Sonoma county concerning environment

Name: Mrs. Morris Mawson
Names
Women in Politics
Sonoma County
1971-02-09
p. 3
"Woman Amends Petition In Paid Leave Request"
Woman trying to get pay from Sonoma County for maternity leave. Men get paid for paternity leave.

Name: Sean Lombardo
Names
Work Equity
Sonoma County
1971-02-10
p. 30
"Army Bows, Lets Mother Stay In Reserves"
Army lets woman who had child stay in U. S. Army Reserve nursing corps after trying to discharge her.

Name: Jorraine R. Johnson
Military
Work Equity
California
1971-02-11
p. 1
"It's a Man's World In City Government"
Agnes M. Bilk, City Clerk, resigned -- "Men in local government think of women only for clerical work"

Name: Agnes M. Bilk
Military
Names
Work Equity
California
1971-02-18
p. 11
"Study Attacks Myths of Unwed Mothers' Children"
Study debunks myths concerning "illegitimate" children
Marriage/Family Relations
National
1971-04-07
p. 19
"What's Your Occupation? Say 'Housewife' Proudly"
Values housewifery and encourages pride. Mentions N.O.W., bill of rights for housewives. [Article appeared in The Women]
Equal Rights
Housework
National
1971-04-07
p. 20
"Women's Liberation in Finland"
Inequalities in workforce pay. Burdening gender stereotypes. [Article appeared in The Women]
Equal Rights
Work Equity
International
1971-04-15
p. 20
"Hey, There! Men's Lib Movement Has Started"
In response to women's lib, men fear their rights and privileges will be sacrificed if women gain full equality
Backlash
National
1971-04-19
p. 13
"Breastfeeding Will Be Topic"
Meeting announcement by La Leche League [Article appeared in The Women]
Maternal/Infant Care
Sonoma County
1971-04-20
p. 20
"League of Women Offers Three New Publications"
S.R. League prints
1. Indian - and proud of it!
2. School facts
3. California State Legislators
Women Activists
Sonoma County
1971-04-21
p. 1
"Abortion Law is Upheld"
Supreme Court upholds stringent California abortion law in spite of challenge to vagueness of law's language.
Court Case
Reproductive Rights
Women's Health
California
1971-04-25
p. 1B
"Too Old to Be Wanted"
Un-adoptable because of color, age, legal hangups. [Article appeared in The Women]
Marriage/Family Relations
National
1971-04-25
p. 2B
"Sonoma Co. Women to Attend State Meeting"
Delegates from Sonoma County will attend 68th annual convention of California Federation of Women's clubs. [This Announcement appeared in The Women]
Women's Organizations
Sonoma County
1971-04-25
p. 5B
"La Leche League Plans Presentation of Films"
Two Santa Rosa groups presented films to the public about breastfeeding and childcare [Article appeared in The Women]
Maternal/Infant Care
Sonoma County
1971-04-25
p. 8S
"The Women Section - recurring features"
The Women - a section of the newspaper appears in both 1971 and 1972. Daily section headngs:
Social Calendar
Ann Landers
Parties and People
Garry Clevland Myers, Ph.D column (usually on family & children issues)
P.T.A. activities
Numerous fashion and diet ads
Engagement Announcements
Marriage Announcements
Women's Club Announcements - for example: Women of the Moose; WCTU; church societies ; Soroptimist Club
Cultural Events
Women's Organizations
Sonoma County
1971-04-25
p. 85
"Women in Construction Hold Santa Rosa Forum"
National Association of Women in Construction. Topics: office skills, professionalism.

Work Opportunities
Sonoma County
1971-06-01
p. 15
"War Mothers Will Convene"
Women's club
Military
Sonoma County
1971-06-02
p. 24
"Women Still Facing Bias In Higher Education"
Task force finds discrimination overt, acceptable and increasing
Education
National
1971-06-03
p. 6
"Judge: Pasties Don't Do Job"
Judge upholds conviction of go-go dancer who wore pasties. "The female mammary gland should be covered."
Court Case
National
1971-06-06
p. 6A
"Women Voters to Present TV Program Tonight"
League of Women Voters presenting three TV programs on government at regional level.
Women in Government
Names
California
1971-06-06
p. 10A
"Laws on Women, Jobs Ruled Illegal"
Laws permitting discrimination based on assumption of women's physical weakness struck down
Work Equity
California
1971-06-08
p. 10
"Women Voters to Host State Board Workshop"
Santa Rosa League of Women Voters to host training workshop for 100 women from 13 Leagues.
Women in Government
California
1971-06-08
p. 10
"Abortion Bill Tightening Defeated"
Assembly health committee defeats major elements of anti-abortion package.
Reproductive Rights
California
1971-06-08
p. 12
"Women's Lib Boosts East Germany's Divorce Rate"
Clashing views of liberated women and conventional men elevate divorce
Marriage/Family Relations
International
1971-06-08
p. 14
"Feminst Millet's Message to Grads"
Tells grads the might be first generation to really make it as women.
Education
National
1971-06-10
p. 6
"Ann Byrd Elected SCPEO Head"
Elected interim president of county's central poverty program.
Women in Government
Sonoma County
1971-06-10
p. 17
"League of Women Voters Establish Priorities"
Santa Rosa League of Women Voters defines components to encourage environmental quality of life.
Women in Government
Sonoma County
1971-06-16
p. 1
"McGovern: I'd Put women on the Supreme Court"
If elected, he'll put women on Supreme Court, in cabinet and as ambassador to U.N.
Women in Government
National
1971-06-17
p. 22
"Women Relegated to Kitchen"
Sex-role training orients girls to domestics, boys to math and science, according to husband & wife team on Stanford faculty.
Education
National
1971-06-27
p. 1
"Planning Ahead for Widowhood: No One Wants to Plan for Death"
Wives should prepare themselves for the financial and business side of widowhood.
Finances
Marriage/Family Relations
National
1971-06-30
p. 54
"Mothers Working More than Ever"
Sharp increase working mothers during 1960's
Work Opportunities
National
1971-08-03
p. 6
"Angela Puts Judges on the Stand"
Angela Davis questioning the jury's atitude towards racism and Hippies. Selection excludes blacks, young and poor
Civil Rights
Equal Rights
California
1971-08-08
p. 8
"Two Bank Women Get Key Posts"
Two female employees to special jobs. To prove women get treated fairly when working for banks.
Work Equity
California
1971-08-09
p. 9
"Women May Get Male Jobs as Berkeley Police"
first city in nation to hire women police. Will receive same training as males.
Work Equity
California
1971-08-11
p. 14
"Bake Sale by Junior Women's Club"
Fundraising event. Stop forest fire campaign. VD hurts everybody, etc.
Urban Improvement
Women's Health
Sonoma County
1971-08-11
p. 14
"Church Group to Sponsor Rummage Sale"
Ladies Mission Society. Proceeds go to Mission Life Church School Program.
Education
Urban Improvement
Sonoma County
1971-08-12
p. 12
"Nurse Practice Act Forum Next Tuesday"
A meeting to discuss and document ideas related to the Nurse Practice Act. Ann Harden. Indexer notes that this topic is seen throughout August.
Names
Work Equity
Work Opportunities
Sonoma County
1971-08-12
p. 17
"New Officers"
4-H Club, a note on names of women officers. Men are president and vice president.
Names
Work Equity
Sonoma County
1971-08-15
p. 5B
"Secret Site for Meeting of Secretaries"
Speaker John M Moskowitz.
Names
Work Equity
California
1971-08-15
p. 14A
"Women's Appeal for Prisoners of War"
Women request info on men missing in action.
Peace
California
1971-08-22
p. 2B
"Greatest Show on Earth Has First Girl Clown"
Peggy Williams, first girl clown to ever be on tour.
Work Equity
Work Opportunities
National
1971-08-22
p. 4B
"Women's Lib Opens Fire on Colleges"
Opened fire on the schools having quotas on the number of females admitted.
Education
National
1971-08-29
p. 2B
"Ladies Aid Has New Project"
Flea market, sponsor for festival.
Cultural Events
Sonoma County
1971-08-29
p. 3
"Women Going for Close Harmony"
Santa Rosa chapter of Sweet Adelines. Non-profit organization dedicated to art of singing, teaching. In Medley Magazine, p. 3
Cultural Events
Peace
Sonoma County
1971-10-01
p. 3
"Woman Sits In Tree"
A woman was protesting a job that she didn't get but was fully qualified for. So she sat in a tree.
Work Equity
Work Opportunities
National
1971-10-01
p. 27
"none"
Indexer notes that Marriage Announcements, Group Meetings and Gatherings, and Community Calendar appear once a week (10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29)
Marriage/Family Relations
Names
Women's Health
Sonoma County
1971-10-02
p. 30
"Marriage Announcements"
Indexer notes that every week (10/2, 10/9, 10/16) there are marriage announcements
Names
Sonoma County
1971-10-05
p. 10
"Trial By Jury"
A woman in a park was raped and in a trail had to reaccount the instence 3 times in court, she had been friends with the accused. Mostly all male jury. Not gulity conviction.
Equal Rights
Rape
Women's Health
California
1971-10-06
p. 2
"Nixon, election good for women"
Talked about his policies that would benefit women. Ideas for women's groups, benefits for women in the work world, get more women in the government and better opportunities for women and fair wages.
Women in Government
Women in Politics
National
1971-10-11
p. 13
"Prisoners Rising in Jail "
Led by women's groups in Washington D.C. who spoke out against unfair treatment of prisoners. Prisoners rose up against guards and started a riot in the jail.
Backlash
Civil Rights
National
1971-10-12
p. 12
"Come One Come All"
Formation of women's wrk union for equal opportunities in the workplace

Unionization
Work Equity
California
1971-10-16
p. 15
"Employment Practices"
Employees are forming groups to talk about union, benefits, and health care; auditors going in to make sure all employees are treat fairly

Education
Work Equity
Work Opportunities
National
1971-10-17
p. 14
"Mommy Day Care"
How women should stay home and mold and teach kids; that they should take care of family first and not worry about their careers
Day Care
Housework
Maternal/Infant Care
National
1971-10-21
p. 12
"Rally Held For Troops"
Women painted signs and walked in support of Vietnam troops to bring them home safely

Civil Rights
Military
Peace
National
1971-10-23
p. 30
"Engagement Announcements"
Indexer notes that every week (10/23, 10/30) there are marriage announcements

Marriage/Family Relations
Names
Sonoma County
1971-10-26
p. 17
"'Peace Is At Hand' Declared in Vietnam"
Women holding rallies to bring home their sons and troops from Vietnam
Military
National
1971-10-29
p. 14
"Ms. Magazine A Stepping Stone For Women"
Ms. Magazine is a way for women to have a voice, fight for their rights and to inspire others.
Education
Women's Health
National
1971-10-31
p. 15
"Halloween for Women and Kids"
An article written about how women should stay home and get children ready for the trick or treat day
Day Care
Marriage/Family Relations
National
1971-12-01
p. 19
"Woman is Police Captain in New York"
Front page news when Gertrude Shimmel becomes first Police Captain in New York

Work Opportunities
National
1971-12-05
p. 4E
"Two Women Art Show Today at Gibert's"
Gilberts creative arts will be two woman art show featuring art by Ginny Lancaster
Cultural Events
Sonoma County
1971-12-08
p. 4
"University Women Oppose Water Ordinance"
Sonoma County branch of American Association of University Women vote unanimously [to oppose water ordinance].

Cultural Events
Sonoma County
1971-12-09
p. 22
"Women's Studies Course Begins On Campuses"
Women's lib movement gets credit for appearance of Women's Studies on College Campuses.

Education
National
1972-02-01
p. 15
"NASA Official Wants to Erase All Descrimination"
Ruth Bates Harris, Director of EEOL, wants equal opportunity for women and minorities at NASA
Work Equity
National
1972-02-02
p. 19
"Education is topic of AAUW talk"
Talk for American Assocation of University Women about child education in California
Education
Sonoma County
1972-02-13
p. 1
"Housewives: Control Food Prices"
Housewives want government to place food prices under federal control
Finances
National
1972-02-13
p. 2
"United For Life"
Friends of mothers and babies protest abortion outside two Sonoma hospitals
Reproductive Rights
Sonoma County
1972-02-13
p. 8a
"ADA: Not Enough Women on Humphrey Delegation"
American for Democratic Action want more women and minorities on delegation
Work Opportunities
National
* 1972-02-15
p. 1
"Bill Aimed at Sex Bias"
Bill introduced to amend California constitution to prevent sex discrimination in the state.

Susan B. Anthony Birthday

Name: Walter Karabian
Equal Rights
Names
California
1972-02-16
p. 44
"Pill Can Lead to Blood Clots"
A report on a study of the health effects of taking birth control pills
Women's Health
National
1972-04-06
p. 1
"Lesbians Protest Play at SRJC"
Gay community coalition said the play, "The Killing of Sister George" gives a distorted stereotyped vision of gay women.

Cultural Events
Women Activists
Sonoma County
1972-04-06
p. 28
"State Senate Defeats Child Legitimacy Bill"
Defeated bill that would allow a husband to challenge legitimacy of his presumed children in court. Supporters claimed bill would have given men equality to promiscuous wife if passed.
Marriage/Family Relations
California
1972-04-06
p. 30
"Women in Business: Most Don't Have Time to Becme Crusaders"
In this time of "militant women's lib", professional women are quietly paving the way for others. Lack of involvement in marches, etc. These women may be doing more. [Article appeared in The Women]
Backlash
Work Opportunities
National
1972-04-19
p. 30
"Women's Lib Collides with U.S. Air Force"
Women press members not allowed access to military men at Academy strictly because they are women. [Article appeared in The Women]

Equal Rights
Military
National
1972-04-21
p. 16
"Women's Teach-in Slated"
SRJC all day teach-in sponsored by Ad Hoc Women's Day Steering Committee. Investigate problems of being a female in contemporary society.
Cultural Events
Sonoma County
1972-04-24
p. 9
"CFWC District Meeting Planned"
Sonoma Valley Woman's Club will host California Confederation of Women's Clubs convention
Women's Organizations
Sonoma County
1972-04-25
p. 7
"SRJC Presents Day-Long Teach-In on Women"
Topics: Women in media; Our Bodies, Ourselves; ACLU: Women's Rights; Seminar on gay women; A woman physician speaks.

Civil Rights
Equal Rights
Work Opportunities
Sonoma County
1972-04-25
p. 14
"Women's Work is Never Done"
Combination of working women having job outside the home and running household is demanding. [Article appeared in The Women]

Housework
Marriage/Family Relations
Work Opportunities
National
1972-04-26
p. 33
"The First Lady of U.S. Law"
Judge Sarah T. Hughes of Texas

Women in Government
National
1972-04-27
p. 1
"Women - Their Rights and Roles"
California labeled a progressive statein field of women's rights. On 4/26/72, Sacramento killed ERA.

Equal Rights Amendment
California
1972-04-27
p. 1
"Women's Rights Bill Setback in Assembly Unit"
Proposed 27th amendment killed by all-male senate rules committee, appealing to labor preassures. Dead in 1972; comm. wants legilsation validating protective laws for working women.
Equal Rights Amendment
California
1972-04-27
p. 2
"'I'm OK', Say the Gay Women"
Gay women spoke of their many struggles within themselves & society at 'Seminar on Gay Women' teach-in at SRJC. Lesbianism has a price to pay, they said, but most implicated "I'm OK".

Cultural Events
Sonoma County
1972-04-27
p. 21
"The Greatest Show on Earth is Theme for CFWC Convention"
The California Federation of Women's Clubs' Convention to be held at Disneyland hotel. [Article appeared in The Women]

Women's Organizations
California
1972-06-04
p. 5B
"Gentle General... Chauvinist Pig"
Brigadier General of WAC profiled - called a "female chauvinist pig" by some
Military
National
1972-06-04
p. 14A
"First Female Rabbi in World"
25 year old woman in Cincinatti ordained as rabbi.
Religion
Work Opportunities
National
1972-06-04
p. 14A
"Rancher Defeats Lady Liberal"
Wealthy Democratic rancher won nomination for governor against Mrs. Farenthold (no first name).
Women in Government
National
1972-06-05
p. 9
"Chisholm Attacks Mass Media"
Rep. Shirley Chisholm challenges right of mass media to determine who should be heard by electorate
Women in Government
National
1972-06-05
p. 14
"Women's Lib Computer is on Display"
Grad student made computer that argues in favor of women's liberation
Education
California
1972-06-05
p. 14
"Demand for Daycare Centers is Mounting"
More mothers entering work force means need for childcare increasing.
Day Care
National
1972-06-06
p. 14
"Sonoma District CFWC Installs New Officers"
Calif. Fed. of Womens Clubs (Sonoma) installed new officers
Names
Sonoma County
1972-06-07
p. 15
"Black Woman is VP of Large Bank"
Woman is top exec. in male-dominated field
Work Equity
National
1972-06-07
p. 15
"Feminist Author Criticizes Books about Females from a Male Point of View"
Barbara Seaman challenges men's writing about women's sexuality.
Women's Health
National
1972-06-07
p. 18
"California Abortions Double"
Number of abortions reached record level while number of live births declined.
Reproductive Rights
National
1972-06-08
p. 9
"Women Charge Discrimination at Digest"
Women employees of Reader's Digest filed complaint with EEOC. Discriminated against in areas of salary, promotion, job titles.
Work Equity
National
1972-06-08
p. 16
"Coed Relates Rape Ordeal"
18-year-old witness leaves court in hysterics, forced to give account of rape three times in court. Details given in article.
Court Case
Rape
Sonoma County
1972-06-22
p. 29
"Women Fight Law to Ban Sex Bias"
Happiness of Womanhood, an anti-women's lib group plans to fight ERA proposal. Slogan: You make the living & we'll make life worth living.
Equal Rights Amendment
National
1972-06-22
p. 30
"Women in the Middle are Neglected Part of Society"
Women in 40's, 50's, 60's neglected. Older Women's League (OWL) organized.
Aging
Status of Women
National
1972-08-01
p. 1
"Governor Names Wife to Senate"
Wanted someone who would not use the job for personal or political gain.
Women in Government
Work Equity
National
1972-08-02
p. 36
"Strippers Seek Union Benefits"
Set fire to G-string to prove point / make statement. Improve federal welfare.
Unionization
Work Equity
National
1972-08-04
p. 8
"Woman Attorney in Race"
Running for congress. Pat Schroeder.
Women in Government
Work Equity
National
1972-08-06
p. 3B
"Hawaii Provides Daycare Centers for Senior Citizens"
Gives them something to do, people to take care of them. Idea by Betty Johnstone. Article appeared in Women's section of the paper.
Aging
Day Care
National
1972-08-06
p. 6B
"Rainbow Girls Contribute Money and Service to Many State-wide Projects."
Operation Green Earth. Article appeared in Women's section of the paper.
Peace
Poverty/Welfare
Women Activists
National
1972-08-06
p. 8B
"Politician Seeks Equaltiy of Opportunities"
Yvonne Brathwaite Burke wants to go to congress. Article appeared in Women's section.
Women in Government
Work Equity
California
1972-08-08
p. 1
"Navy to Let Women Go to Sea"
Noncombatant. First time other than nurses and doctors.
Military
Work Equity
Work Opportunities
National
1972-08-09
p. 17
"Idaho's Women Attack Sex Discrimination"
Female rights. Names. Article appeared in Women's section.
Equal Rights
National
1972-08-20
p. 7B
"Braless Look Can Only Lead Downward"
Ms. is added to vocabulary. Women's lib does not wear bras, but you should because it is unhealthy. Article appeared in Women's section.
Women Activists
National
1972-08-22
p. 13
"'Change Souls' is Their Objective"
Women protesting to 'save' people. Hippies meet religion.
Religion
Women Activists
National
1972-08-22
p. 14
"Santa Rosa Negro BPWC Members are Officers"
Names. Women re-elected, running.
Civil Rights
Women in Government
Work Equity
National
1972-08-24
p. 15
"Exclusively By, For Women"
A company run by women producing nude male pictures.
Sexuality
Work Opportunities
California
1972-08-30
p. 3B
"Women in the Economy Subject of Workshop"
Run by President Nixon's Council. Meeting in San Francisco. Article appeared in Women's section of the paper. Seen again on p. 16, August 31, 1972
Equal Rights
Finances
Work Equity
Work Opportunities
National
1972-08-30
p. 4
"Justa-Housewife"
Attempt to remove word from dictionary - "housewife"
Equal Rights
Women Activists
California
1972-12-03
p. 13
"Beauty Queen Defends Youth"
[Beauty Queen] wants to influence young people, not just promote beauty.
Cultural Events
Sonoma County
1972-12-05
(no page #)
"Women Request Tree, Benches in Willits Lot"
Women's Improvement Club requesting tree for shade

Cultural Events
Sonoma County
1972-12-11
p. 14
"One Out Of Ten American Families Headed By Women"
Women are becoming more important in the work force and home.

Work Equity
Work Opportunities
National
1973-02-01
p. 18
"Program for Pregnant Teens"
Two phase program to keep the teens in school
Education
Maternal/Infant Care
National
1973-02-01
p. 19
"NCCW Deanery Meets in Cloverdale Church"
The National Council of Catholic Women discussed aid for pregnant women and discouragement of abortion.

Maternal/Infant Care
Reproductive Rights
Sonoma County
1973-02-05
p. 1
"Warning on Eye Makeup"
Contaminated cosmetics
Women's Health
National
1973-02-05
p. 5
"Teen 'Justices' Tackle Sex"
Girls fight for equal rights in athletics
Education
Sports
Title IX
California
1973-02-06
p. 14
"Overweight Teen is Victim of Cultural Pattern in US"
Issues of self-image disorders, physical beauty
Women's Health
National
1973-02-07
p. 1
"And Now... A Hotline for Tired Moms"
A phone service for moms to vent about domestic issues
Marriage/Family Relations
National
1973-02-07
p. 1
"Another SR Girl Reported Missing"
The sixth girl to go missing in a year.
Criminal Justice
Sonoma County
1973-02-07
p. 8
"Husband Pleads Guilty of Assault"
Husband stabs wife and pleads guilty in court.
Domestic Violence
Marriage/Family Relations
Sonoma County
1973-02-07
p. 15
"Welfare League Meets"
Work for toys for children of welfare families.
Names
Poverty/Welfare
Sonoma County
1973-02-08
p. 5
"'Children's Candidate' Files for Rincon Board"
Woman runs for school board
Women in Politics
Sonoma County
1973-02-09
p. 1
"Unreported Rape Cases Could Help Catch Killers"
Secret witness program protects victim while catching subject.
Criminal Justice
Rape
California
1973-02-09
p. 7
"Rights Amendment - periled"
Meets opposition and is voted down in states.

Equal Rights Amendment
National
1973-02-09
p. 11
"Welfare Benefits Restored to Wife Who Left Husband"
She left to gain better education for children
Marriage/Family Relations
Poverty/Welfare
California
1973-02-11
p. 1B
"SRJC Student Body has a Woman as President"
Mrs. Edward, fesperman is elected president of SRJC student body.
Education
Sonoma County
1973-02-11
p. 2B
"She's Competent, Accepted by Male Counterparts"
Woman becomes first policewoman at Hamilton Air Force Base
Military
Work Opportunities
California
1973-02-12
p. 4
"Women Less Likely to Have Heart"
The University of Rochester New York finds women under the age of 45 are only 1/6th as likely to have heart attacks.
Editorial/Commentary
Women's Health
National
1973-02-14
p. 8
"SRJC Opens Daycare Center"
Low-cost childcare for parents who attend SRJC
Day Care
Sonoma County
1973-02-14
p. 20
"The Gates of Opportunity Are Opening"
Time is right for women to join in activism
Equal Rights
Names
Women Activists
National
1973-02-14
p. 31
"Israel's Women's Movement"
Women in Israel start fighting for equality
Equal Rights
Women Activists
International
1973-02-20
p. 1
"Betty Friedan: Liberate Men, Too"
Urges an end to prostitution laws, civil rights for lesbians and equal minimum wage for everyone
Equal Rights
Women Activists
National
1973-02-21
p. 8
"Women Aim Ad Campaign at Employers' Attitudes"
With NOW ads which show women are as good as men workers
Work Equity
Work Opportunities
National
1973-02-21
p. 8
"'Morning After' Pill Gets OK"
FDA approves the emergency contraceptive.
Reproductive Rights
Women's Health
National
1973-02-22
p. 2
"Warning Sounded on DES Contraceptive"
UCLA findings say it causes vaginal cancer.
Women's Health
National
1973-02-22
p. 17
"Women Offered Course on Autos"
Teaches women to troubleshoot vehicle problems.
Education
Sonoma County
1973-02-25
p. 4B
"Family Planning, Population Control Concern Association"
Sets an example of home economics, teaching family relations & daycare

Marriage/Family Relations
Reproductive Rights
Women Activists
National
1973-04-01
p. A10
"Breast Cancer Test Advance"
The developed an earlier detection of breast cancer through milk.
Women's Health
National
1973-04-01
p. A17
"Women Don't Have To Put Up With Discrimination.. But They Mistrust Change.. And Are Afraid"
She said women are different but equal and can perform equal functions to men. Helena Jackson.

CLARIFY - is the title accurate? Is this an opinion piece (should it have Editorial/Commentary heading?)
Equal Rights
National
1973-04-01
p. 1A
"The Murder of Marriage I: Fewer Wed, More Divorce"
The number of divorces each year has increased.
Divorce
National
1973-04-01
p. 2B
"Navy Mothers Club 260 has 31st Anniversary Luncheon"
The are the mothers of men and women serving in the Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard
Cultural Events
Women's Organizations
California
1973-04-01
p. 6A
"Mrs Bertoli Won't Seek Re-election"
She didn't file for her 3rd term on the board of trustees of Sebastopol Union School District. She was disappointed about lack of initiative with school system.
Women in Government
Sonoma County
1973-04-01
p. 6A
"Ukiah Girl Captures Title"
Indexer notes that there are many recurring reports on beauty pageants
Cultural Events
Sonoma County
1973-04-01
p. 7A
"Housewives Say Price Lid Too Late"
Meat prices are too hight and housewives join in the meat boycott.
Finances
Housework
National
1973-04-01
p. 16C
"Cosmetic Product Labeling Proves Important"
People are injured by cosmetics through infection.
Women's Health
National
1973-04-02
p. 1
"Murder of Marriage II: We Pick Horses Better Than Mates"
Consideration of life partners is decreasing.
Divorce
National
1973-04-02
p. 9
"California's Private Eyes Still Peer over Transoms"
Unhappy divorced men and women use detectives to spy on spouses.
Divorce
California
1973-04-02
p. 9
"Women's Section, a recurring item."
Section of the paper for women. It usually covers currernt and upcoming social events.
Cultural Events
Women's Section
Sonoma County
1973-04-02
p. 11
"New Youth Girls Softball Program"
New program for girls in Santa Rosa.
Access to gender-exclusive organizations
Sports
National
1973-04-02
p. 13
"Women Urged to Protest OEO Cutback"
Mothers are urged to take their kids to work to dramatize cutbacks in daycare funds.

CLARIFY - what does OEO stand for?
Day Care
National
1973-04-03
p. 7
"Two Quentin Inmates Ask, Transfer to Women's Prison"
They claim that all male institutions are discriminating and foster homosexuality.
Criminal Justice
Sexual Harassment
California
1973-04-03
p. 8
"Muder of Marriage III: Is Women's Liberation Harmful to Marriage"
Some women see their husbands as the enemy and emphasize that it's ok for women to work.
Divorce
National
1973-04-03
p. 10
"Drivers Test Asked for Woman, 77"
People request a re-test for a woman involved in a car accident.
Education
California
1973-04-03
p. 12
"University Campuses are Becoming Even More Open"
A girl doesn't want to go to college due to cohabitation and urge for birth control.

Editorial/Commentary
Education
California
1973-04-04
p. 4
"Unlikely X-Ray Series Harmful to Unborn Child"
A doctor advises it shouldn't be harmful but still talk to your doctor.
Women's Health
Sonoma County
1973-04-04
p. 14
"Abortion is Topic for Discussion Sponsored by Women's Lib Group"
It discusses where there are abortions being done.
Reproductive Rights
Sonoma County
1973-04-04
p. 40
"Murder of Marriage IV: Trade Your 40-year-old for Two 20's"
People are having shorter marriages to avoid adultery.
Divorce
National
1973-04-05
p. 3
"Murder of Marriage V: A Divorce Spreads Ripples of Unhappiness Through Family"
Unhappy parents affect their children. Provides suggestions for ways to prevent divorce. Local feature covering a National issue.

Divorce
National
1973-04-05
p. 3
"Rights for Women Loses in Wisconsin"
Wisconsin voters turned down the proposal of the E.R.A.
Equal Rights Amendment
National
1973-04-05
p. 11
"Sex Linked to Cancer?"
Women with multiple marriages, sex partners or start sexual relations early, increase their chance of cervical cancer.
Women's Health
National
1973-04-05
p. 24
"Researchers Study Eating Habits of Fraternal Twins"
Research shows eating disorders are not mother's fault anymore.
Marriage/Family Relations
Maternal/Infant Care
National
1973-04-08
p. Med
"Divorce Now Big Business"
It's cheaper to divorced than to take out a date.
Divorce
National
1973-04-08
p. 04
"Women Guards in Men's Prison is Just Plain Stupid"
Opinion report saying it was crazy to put women in charge of men in prison.
Education
Sexual Harassment
Work Opportunities
California
1973-04-10
p. 8
"Use of Aborted Fetuses For Research Suggested"
Government thinking about using living aborted fetuses for medical research.
Reproductive Rights
National
1973-04-10
p. 8
"Mothers, Kids Protest Cuts"
Women protesting child care fund cuts.
Day Care
Sonoma County
1973-04-10
p. 24
"Alvarez Wife Gets U.S. Divorce"
U.S. government decides of woman and husband who is P.O.W. for 8 years.
Day Care
National
1973-04-11
p. 14
"Cancer Research Milestone Told"
Virus-like particles are found in malignant breast tumors.
Women's Health
National
1973-04-11
p. 22
"Family Relocation Causes Great Psychological Stress"
Moving is stressful for parents and kids. It causes depression especially in women.
Marriage/Family Relations
National
1973-04-11
p. 23
"Federal Nutrition Program Helps Local Homemakers"
Designed to help save families money while food prices increase.
Finances
Housework
National
1973-04-12
p. 1
"Double Birth but Not Twins"
Two babies born to a woman with two different uteri.
Maternal/Infant Care
Women's Health
California
1973-04-12
p. 1
"Landlord Guilty in Rights Case"
A landlord would not rent an apartment to a black woman.
Civil Rights
Sonoma County
1973-04-12
p. 4
"Must All SRJC Trustees be Men?"
There are no women on the board of trustees.
Editorial/Commentary
Sonoma County
* 1973-04-12
p. 7
"Housewives Plan Protest May 5"
They are calling for an indefinite halt to all meat buying and eating Tuesday and Thursday
Women Activists
Sonoma County
1973-04-12
p. 13
"Pre-marital, Extra-marital Sex More Open Than Ever"
Medical director reported that sex out of wedlock and unmarried couples is more tolerated and practiced more often.

Editorial/Commentary
Sexuality
National
1973-04-12
p. 21
"They Can Never Be Replaced"
Women in England die in a plane crash leaving over 100 children without a mother.
Marriage/Family Relations
International
1973-04-12
p. 33
"Depression is a Common Form of Mental Disorder"
Chronic unhappiness is a serious disorder, common among women poorly prepared for motherhood.
Maternal/Infant Care
Women's Health
National
1973-04-12
p. 33
"Peek-a-boo is an Infant's First Sophisticated Game"
It helps children get over separation anxiety.
Maternal/Infant Care
National
1973-04-12
p. 35
"Steady Strain May Cause a Variety of Symptoms"
Life insurance company says building up emotional stress without tension release is bad. Reported in the Women's Section.

Women's Health
National
1973-04-13
p. 5
"Put Woman on Rincon Board"
There were many efforts to push a woman on school board.

CLARIFY headings - is this an editorial? Title suggests an opinion piece.
Editorial/Commentary
Education
Women in Government
Sonoma County
1973-04-13
p. 8
"Aborted Live Fetuses are Ruled Out For Research"
National Institute of Health decides not to use them.
Reproductive Rights
National
1973-04-13
p. 16
"Women Who Get Mechanical"
Women decided not to rely on incompetent mechanics.
Status of Women
National
1973-04-13
p. 26
"High Schools Offer Grooming Class for Girls"
Classes involve cosmetics, hair, wardrobe for work, health, figure and diet
Cultural Events
Education
Sonoma County
1973-04-15
p. 1A
"It Was a Girl's Day at the County Spelling Bee"
Five girls won, psyching out the male competition.
Cultural Events
Education
Sonoma County
1973-04-15
p. 2A
"Woman Asks Police Aid; They Kill Her By Mistake"
She was shot thinking a shoot out was in progress. She called police because her husband was coming to their appartment with a gun.
Domestic Violence
Sonoma County
1973-04-15
p. 6C
"Marriage Length is Key Start to Social Security"
You get money benefits the longer you are married.
Finances
Marriage/Family Relations
National
1973-04-15
p. 10B
"Nationwide Programs to Honor Eight Women of Achievement"
They had made a big contribution to American life in the areas of Public Affairs, Economy and Business, Science and Research, Youth Leadersip, Arts and Hummanities, Voluntary Action, Human Rights and Quality of life.

Women Activists
National
1973-04-15
p. 10B
"Equal Rights Is On the Agenda"
The ERA is discussed at a meeting of opti-Mrs. Club.
Equal Rights Amendment
Sonoma County
1973-04-15
p. 11B
"Psychiatrist Says Crises Are Good"
If you don't have crises, you may not be living a normal life; good for learning.
Women's Health
National
1973-04-16
p. 4
"Pre-natal Sex Testing May Soon Prognosticate"
Doctors say it is only imagination and there is no way to tell the sex of your baby before it is born. But there are studies being done to predict the baby's sex.
Maternal/Infant Care
National
* 1973-04-16
p. 4
"Woman Speaks Out Against Board Pay"
Supervisors of Sonoma County are increasing their pay raises far beyond what is acceptable.
Women in Politics
Sonoma County
1973-04-17
p. 24
"Lots of Aching Stomachs Start in Worried Heads"
Kids anxiety causes physical pain.
Marriage/Family Relations
National
1973-04-18
p. 23
"CIF Says Girls Can Now Compete"
Girls will now be allowed to try out for varisity sports says California Interscholatic Federation (CIF).

.
Sports
California
1973-04-20
p. 4
"Early Recognition Key to Breast Cancer Cure"
There are increases in cure numbers due to early detection through x-rays.
Women's Health
National
1973-04-22
p. 4C
"Divorced Mothers and Social Security Benefits"
Depending on child, some single mothers can get money from the government.
Divorce
National
1973-04-22
p. 65
"Girls in Prep Sports? Reactions Mixed in Locker Room"
Male coaches don't think girls can or should compete.
Sports
Title IX
California
1973-04-23
p. 3
"He Wants Women to Be Attackers"
Call for women to defend and turn tables on attackers

Rape
National
1973-04-24
p. 5
"State Child Care Funding Sought"
$50 million sought to substitute annual federal decrease.
Day Care
California
1973-04-24
p. 5
"Family Service Agency Plans Course for Parents"
It's to teach communication skills to improve relationships with their children.
Education
Sonoma County
1973-04-24
p. 10
"Girls as Rugged as the Boys"
Medical opinion states that girls are no more susceptible to injury than boys.

Sports
California
1973-04-25
p. 16
"Moving? Don't Forget the Kids!"
You need to gradually introduce the idea of moving.
Marriage/Family Relations
National
1973-04-25
p. 46
"18-year-olds Must Register"
All 18-year-old men must register for draft.
Military
National
1973-04-27
p. 10
"2 Views About the New Child Care Center"
There are regulations restricting those entitled to daycare.
Day Care
Sonoma County
1973-04-27
p. 33
"The House on Third Street - It Needs a Mother"
Non-profit organization to house prison parolees.

Work Opportunities
Sonoma County
1973-04-29
p. 8A
"Doctors Discuss Women's Cancer on TV"
A half-hour program focused only on cancer in women.
Women's Health
California
1973-04-29
p. 9B
"Hidden Desires Greatly Affect Buyer's Decisions"
Warns byers that $20 billion is spent on ads to attract buyers to make them feel they need something.

Editorial/Commentary
National
1973-06-01
p. 13
"U.S. Has Lady Two Star General"
A woman has become the first two star general in U.S. Military history.
Named Jeanne M. Holm.
Military
National
1973-06-01
p. 16
"Pregnant Benefit Cust Attacked"
A federal court ruled that pregnant women are entitled to state disability benefits.
Women's Health
California
1973-06-01
p. 30
"Women In The Church: Navy Ponders Commission For Female Chaplin"
A women is planning for a career as the Navy's first female chaplin.
Military
Religion
National
1973-06-01
p. 30
"Mother Of The Year Selected"
Mrs. James Henderson was named Hessel Union Church's mother of the year.
Cultural Events
Sonoma County
1973-06-05
p. 11
"AAUW Name's New Officers"
Luncheon held for retiring and new offices of the Santa Rosa branch of American University Women. [Women's Section]
Education
Sonoma County
1973-06-10
p. 1B
"Young Career Women Look Long And Hard At Effect Children Might Have In Their Marrige...Why Add Unpredictable Quantity To Our Lives"
The author looks at how young career women view having children, she sees that career women have ambivelent feelings about having children.
Marriage/Family Relations
Maternal/Infant Care
Sonoma County
1973-06-10
p. 6B
"Plan For Ratification Of Equal Rights Amendment IS Prepared By Coalition"
25 national organizations are making plans to help ERA pass ratification.
Equal Rights Amendment
National
1973-06-17
p. 7A
"Mothers Fight For Day Care Centers"
Senate subcommitee on manpower, employment, and poverty held a day long hearing on President Nixon's proposal cuts to social services.
Day Care
National
1973-06-20
p. 17
"Few Women Are Encouraged To Study Math"
UC Berkley grad student and member of the Chancellors advisory committee on the status of women believes young women and minorities, by not taking math tends to limit job opportunities. By not taking a fourth year of college preparatory mathmatics,they canto take the math required for entery levels in many fields. [Women's Section]
Education
National
1973-06-20
p. 40
"Women's Liberation Needed In Israel? Feminists Think So"
Despite being drafted for the army, like men, Israelie women have many of the same issues as US women.
Civil Rights
International
1973-06-21
p. 15
"Get The Money You Are Worth, Says Feminists"
Advice about the job market by author-feminists Caroline Bird. [Women's Section]
Education
Work Equity
Work Opportunities
National
1973-06-24
p. 10a
"Girl Staters Urge Legalized Prostitution"
California girls in mock government create a plank in support of legalized prostitution.
Education
Women in Government
California
1973-06-24
p. 11
"New Roseo Queen Defends Cowgirls"
She has no interest in challenging men in tradition rodeo events. She doesn't believe that traditional male events should be opened up for women to complete. [Medley Magazine]
Cultural Events
National
1973-06-26
p. 18
"What's A Girl Like You?"
Young women teaches women how to apply make up during the day and is first women boxing trainer in Japan at night.
Work Equity
International
1973-06-27
p. 15
"Women's History Library Is Founded By Feminist"
Laura X (Droped fathers name) created a Women's History librarry in Berkeley.
Education
Women Activists
California
1973-06-27
p. 16
"Women's Rights Bill Ok'd"
California Senate approved bill that gives California women equal rights in community property rights.
Marriage/Family Relations
California
1973-06-27
p. 37
"Score One For Women's Lib."
Mrs. Thibodea is the first women on the Sebastopol Planning Commission
Women in Government
Women in Politics
Sonoma County
1973-08-02
p. 12
""The Women" [a dedicated page]"
A daily place where stories about women's issues and meetings are mentioned
Cultural Events
Sonoma County
1973-08-05
p. 1C
"Family Clinic Set for Friday in Occidental"
Clinic for children and women. Family planning and immunization.
Maternal/Infant Care
Women's Health
Sonoma County
1973-08-06
p. 6
"How Can You Help Your Child Succeed in School"
Tips from the NEA to help children in school. Appeared in "The Women" section
Education
National
1973-08-06
p. 11
"Fort Bragg Teacher Pay Dispute Settled"
An agreement reached to give teachers a pay increase.
Education
Sonoma County
1973-08-08
p. 7
"Five Women Enter 'Men's' Academy"
First women allowed to attend California Maritime Academy
Education
Work Opportunities
California
1973-08-08
p. 9
"Hospital Fee Issue Sparks Abortion Debate"
Talking about abortion and if it should be allowed in the hospital.
Reproductive Rights
California
1973-08-09
p. 9
"Farm Workers Hear Joan Spring"
Men and women standing together for farmers' rights
Civil Rights
Work Opportunities
California
1973-08-12
p. 3C
"Clausen Seeks to Aid Women Seeking Credit"
Equal Credit Opportunity Act
Equal Rights
Finances
National
1973-08-15
p. 42
"Neutrality Urged on Abortion"
Doctors work to find a middle ground in the fight about abortion.
Reproductive Rights
Women Activists
National
1973-08-19
p. 1B
"Save the Trees: Attractive 'Crusader' Battles City Council"
A woman fights to save trees. Article appeared in 'The Women'
Women Activists
Sonoma County
1973-08-22
p. 15
"GFWC Directors Plan Conclave"
The General Federation of Women's Clubs plans a conclave of leaders of women's clubs from around the country.
Cultural Events
Women's Organizations
National
1973-08-23
p. 1
"Drive for Women's Rights"
A weekend event where women across the country will conduct boycotts and collect signatures to bring Equal Rights Amendment to the public.
Equal Rights Amendment
Women Activists
National
1973-08-24
p. 15
"Of God and Man: Anti-Abortion Movement Gaining Strength Nationwide"
How and who is leading the movement.
Reproductive Rights
National
1973-08-30
p. 19
"In Sonoma Valley Teachers in Attack"
Negotiations between school district and Valley of the Moon Teachers' Association
Education
Work Equity
Sonoma County
1973-10-01
p. 10a
"Women's Group Rejects Racism Measure"
Delegates to the first California rgional convention of the National Women Political Caucus voted no agianst a resolution that said race issues should take precedence over sexism
Women Activists
California
1973-10-03
p. 4
"The Modern Beauty Queen"
The promoters of the seven major beauty pageants said that beauty pageants are about scholastic endeavors not just about beauty/
Editorial/Commentary
National
1973-10-03
p. 26
"Women Gain Credit Equality"
Governor Reagan signed a bill saying California women have the same credit opportunities and responsibilites as men. Women were now allowed to keep their credit when their marriage ended. The bill, known as measure AB312, was designed to end credit discrimination against women.
Women Activists
California
1973-10-03
p. 28
"Women's Rights Measure Signed"
Governor Reagan signed a bill so that female voluntary fire fighters could get workers compensation.
Equal Rights
Women Activists
California
1973-10-04
p. 12
"Women Gain Full Equality In Household"
Governor Regan signed a bill for equal credit, equal property rights. The law gave a wife joint control of property.
Equal Rights
Marriage/Family Relations
California
1973-10-05
p. 21
"Girl Athletes Defended"
The University of Washington's team physician said females are not more likely than males to get hurt in contact sports like football.
Sports
Title IX
National
1973-10-07
p. 1B
""The Forests Will Never Be the Same... There's Lipstick Under that Hard Hat""
The article discusses eight young women who were working for the Georgia Pacific Corporation as foresters.
Work Opportunities
National
1973-10-07
p. 2c
"Bias On Women Easier To Beat Than Race Bias"
Reverend Theodore M. Hesburgh, former chairman of the US Commission on Civil Rights, said it is easier for women to overcome discrimination than it is for racial minorities.
Names
National
1973-10-08
p. 1
"Rights Amendment Needs 10 States"
The ERA Amendment needed ten more states to vote for the Amendment in order for it to be ratified.
Equal Rights Amendment
Women Activists
National
1973-10-08
p. 11
"Women's Liberation Denounced By Mormon"
A Mormon leader, N. Eldon Tanner, said the women's movement is the work of the devil and she urged people to cling to traditional family valuse.
Names
National
1973-10-10
p. 22
"No Football For Girls, Judge Says"
Judge John M. Schumaker upheld the right of the Washington Interscholastic Activies Association to keep high school sports programs separate for boys and girls.
Names
National
1973-10-11
p. 13
"CPA Wives Name New Officers"
Officers were installed for the newly formed organization, CPA Wives of Sonoma County. The organization was made up of wives of Certified Public Accountants who belonged to the California Society of CPAs.
Marriage/Family Relations
California
1973-10-12
p. 7
""Big Brothers' Goal to Grow""
Big Brothers organization set a goal to double the number of Big Brothers in Sonoma County by the end of 1074. No women were mentioned in the article.
Access to gender-exclusive organizations
National
1973-10-12
p. 10
"Doc Says Many Buisnessman Shouldn't Marry"
Dr. Henry Wright, the chief medical advisor to the Institute of Directors, said that businessmen are better weith a mistress and maid rather than a wife. He believed that businessmen would try to buy love and therefore would not have a healthy relationship.
Names
National
* 1973-10-14
p. 1E
"Quilt Show By AAUW"
The Ukiah branch of the American Association of University Women was hosting a quilt show to raise money for fellowships for women to attend graduate school.
Education
Sonoma County
* 1973-10-17
p. 17
""She Finds Job with Guard Unit': 1st Black Guardswoman""
Brenda Brooks became Santa Rosa's 1st Aftican American guardswoman in the Santa Rosa National Guard Unit.
Women's Section
Sonoma County
1973-10-17
p. 24
"Woman Is Mayor"
Small article on Oklahoma City's female mayor, Patience Latting. She was elected to a four year term as mayor in 1971. Oklahoma City is the largets city in the country to have a female mayor.
Names
National
1973-10-17
p. 24
"Special Points At PTA- For Bringing Dad"
The class at Dana Grey School with the highest attendance at the October PTA meeting will win ice cream. Moms equal one point and dads get two because they attend PTA meetings less often than moms do.
Marriage/Family Relations
Sonoma County
1973-10-17
p. 43
"Women And The Law: Short Course Offered At SRJC"
A five session course was being offered at the Santa Rosa Junior College. The class cost $3.50 and offered no college credit. The class would discuss the ERA, employment, credit, marriage, and divorce.
Education
Sonoma County
1973-10-18
p. 8
"WCTU Marches Again"
Women's Christian Temperance Union celebrated the 100 year anniversary of their march against alcohol in Hillsboro, Ohio.
Women Activists
National
1973-10-19
p. 5B
"Women's Lib And Prostitution"
The article argues that women became more aggressive because of the women's movement and it changed women's sexual identity. The article goes on to say that if the movement had not casued these changes in women than prostitution would have naturally died out but instead men use prostitution as a way to fulfill their fantasies for a submissive woman.
Backlash
National
1973-10-21
p. 4
""Equality May Put Women in Prison""
Carolyn A Handy, a staff worker in the Women's Rights Program of the US Commision on Civil Rights believes the Women's Movement has made society view women as more of queals so judges at all levels of judicial system will convict more females for crimes.
Names
National
1973-10-21
p. 7S
"Professional Women's Club To Honor 'Woman OF The Year'"
The Santa Rosa Business and Professional Women's Club will be presenting the "Career Woman of the Year" award at a dinner in celebration of National Busines Women's Week. Six nominees are up for the award and the winner will be announced at the dinner.
Cultural Events
Work Opportunities
Sonoma County
1973-10-21
p. 15a
"Women Act To Curb Street Crime"
The National Safety Council was working to make streets safer and creadted "Safety on the Streets (S.O.S.) Week in order to bring attention to the issue. The S.O.S. Week was held the week of 10-28 to 11-3.
Urban Improvement
National
1973-10-24
p. 11
"Buisness Women Sell Bulbs To Raise Scholarship Funds"
In observance of National Business Women's Week, the Santa Rosa chapter of the American Business Women's Association was selling light bulbs to raise money for scholarships for women to continue their higher education. The sale was followed by an annual luncheon and fashion show.
Cultural Events
Education
Sonoma County
1973-10-24
p. 20
"Bishop Myers Now For Women Priests"
Bishop C. Kilmer Myers of the Episcopal Diocese of CAliforina said he had changed his mind and now favors admitting women to the priesthood.
Names
National
1973-10-26
p. 15
"Church Women United Fete World Community Day"
Church Women United of Santa Rosa and Sebastopol will celebrate World Community Day. The theme is "Where in the World is my Neighbor".
Religion
Sonoma County
1973-10-26
p. 15
""First Woman NCC Head Speaks for Racial Equality""
Claire Randall, the first woman to head the National Council of Churches, said she hoped to open up the top ranks of the Protestant Church to other women and members of minority groups.
Names
National
1973-10-28
p. 4S
"Grid Coaches' Wives-The Better Half"
Wives run the household for pro-football coaches based on his needs during the season
Housework
Marriage/Family Relations
National
1973-10-28
p. 7S
"Hospital Administrator Is 'Career Woman Of The Year'"
Anastasia "Stacy" Brennan Kelly, an administrator at the Royal Convalescent Hospital, was named "Career Woman of the Year" by the Santa Rosa Business and Professional Woman's Club.
Names
Sonoma County
1973-10-28
p. 7S
"Ann L.Byrd 'Woman Of Achievement'"
Ann. L. Byrd, the owner of Black and White Associates Public Relations and Printing Firm, was named "Woman of AChievement" by the Las Rosas Business and Professional Women's Luncheon Club.
Names
Sonoma County
1974-02-04
p. 4
"What Kind of Mother..."
Mothers who work eight days week, mothers aren't perfect
Marriage/Family Relations
Sonoma County
1974-02-04
p. 23
"Women's Studies at College"
First Women and Gender Studies classes offered at Sonoma State University
Education
Sonoma County
1974-02-07
p. 16
"Inheritance Laws are Equalized"
Senate bill 570 removed old age discriminatory provisions, greater expense & time delays
Equal Rights
Finances
Marriage/Family Relations
Sonoma County
1974-02-08
p. 7
"State Report on Women's 'Revolution'"
A quiet revolution about the ERA & commission on the status of women
Equal Rights
Equal Rights Amendment
Women Activists
California
1974-02-10
p. 1B
"Volunteers Help Girls Get Jobs"
Women in Community Service, WICS, helped find girls who would profit, then trained them.

Work Opportunities
Sonoma County
1974-02-10
p. 2D
"Woman Officer Assigned to Coast Guard Center"
She is one of 15 women officers in the entire Coast Guard.
Military
Work Opportunities
Sonoma County
1974-02-12
p. 22
"The Time is Ripe to Study the Income Side of the Budget"
The need for women to be qualified in order to receive bettter income
Work Equity
Work Opportunities
California
1974-02-13
p. 24
"Western District Conference on Calendar"
Work on equality for Negro women
Civil Rights
Women Activists
Sonoma County
1974-02-15
p. 32
"State Divorce Rate Rises"
Less marriage in the state wit over 6,000 more divorces
Divorce
California
1974-02-17
p. 6A
"NOW Will Return to Economics"
A remobilization of women to help in the energy crisis and economic situation
Women Activists
Women in Politics
National
1974-02-18
p. 5
"Modernized Women's Christian Temperance Union Still Stands for Total Abstinence"
Women of the union gathered together to discuss abstinence.
Reproductive Rights
Sexuality
National
1974-02-19
p. 16
"Divorce Law to be Reviewed"
Constitutionality over one year residency of a married couple before eligible for divorce.

Divorce
National
1974-02-24
p. 11A
"Daycare Center "Critical Factor" and Big Change in Freeing Women for Enrollment in Classes"
Need for childcare on campuses for women to attend classes.
Day Care
Education
National
1974-02-25
p. 12
"Procedures for Rape Cases May Be Changed"
The "callous" way rape victims are treated by authorities will be made public in hopes to make a change.
Rape
California
1974-04-01
p. 1
"RAPE I - Women Unite, Fight Back"
Rapes are happening everywhere and numbers doubled in the past 4 years.
Rape
National
1974-04-02
p. 1
"RAPE II - Traumatic Aftermath For The Victim"
There is a huge psychological impact after rapes.
Rape
National
1974-04-03
p. 1
""Rape Bill Approved by Senate""
Trying to eliminate brutal courtroom situations where the victim must reveal her past experiences.
Rape
National
1974-04-03
p. 1
"RAPE III - The Woman Goes To Trial, Too"
Victims are faced with many invasive questions to prevent lies.
Rape
National
1974-04-03
p. 13
"Ladies from Boston Influence Children's TV"
They developed child-oriented quality TV without commericals.
Women Activists
Women in Media
National
1974-04-03
p. 25
"Yes, We Can Still Eat a Healthful Diet Within Budget Limits"
Despite the increase in food prices, you can still shop right.
Finances
Women's Health
Sonoma County
1974-04-03
p. 28
"Don't Shield a Child From Grief"
It leads to inability to cope later in life.
Marriage/Family Relations
National
1974-04-04
p. 1
""Rape IV-Changes Sought in Rape Laws""
California needs more rape protection laws.
Rape
California
1974-04-04
p. 18
"Women's Hair Fashions are Getting Shorter"
It will only look good on some.

Cultural Events
California
1974-04-07
p. 2B
"Being Pretty is Not An Asset"
Many other factors are discriminated against - too short, too old, too underweight to be a paramedic

Cultural Events
Sonoma County
1974-04-07
p. 4
"Shampoos for Women Can Be Dangerous"
Neurological neck and head pains will result from hair salons.
Women's Health
Sonoma County
1974-04-07
p. 6C
"'River Queen' New Women's Center to Open At Monte Rio"
It's a place women can get together to organize functions.
Women's Organizations
California
1974-04-07
p. 12A
"Vitamin E Discovery Offers Fast Weight Loss"
New supplement to help lose weight.
Women's Health
National
1974-04-08
p. 4
"Few Ovarian Cyst Operations Needed"
They aren't common, so anxiety levels need to decrease.
Women's Health
California
1974-04-08
p. 15
"Women and Youth Can Help Reduce Many Safety Hazards"
They are the most concerned citizens and implant urgency.
Women Activists
California
* 1974-04-09
p. 2
"SRJC to Hire Woman Re-Entry Director"
The Re-Entry Director is in charge of getting women to return to school for additional training and education, established with lower status and salary.
Education
Work Opportunities
Sonoma County
1974-04-09
p. 12
"Women's Group Meets Tomorrow"
N.O.W. to discuss ways to defeat constitutional amendment to remove abortion rights.
Reproductive Rights
Women's Organizations
Sonoma County
1974-04-11
p. 8
"Girl, 11, Wins Place on Team"
She can play on Little League if she is good enough.`
Sports
California
* 1974-04-12
p. 17
"Santa Rosa in Equal Job Policy"
Policy on equal employement opportunity adopted by city of Santa Rosa.
Work Equity
Sonoma County
1974-04-14
p. 5C
"Why Food Prices Remain High"
There is an increase in U.S. food exports
Finances
California
1974-04-14
p. 7A
"N.O.W. Meeting in Santa Rosa Tuesday"
They are to discuss jobs for women.
Women's Organizations
Work Equity
Sonoma County
* 1974-04-15
p. 2
"Emerging Woman Program Tomorrow on SRJC Campus"
To discuss minority women, man-woman relations and politics.
Education
Sonoma County
1974-04-15
p. 7
"N.O.W. Presents Hepburn Film"
She plays the uncommon role of a rebellious, career-oriented, intelligent, athletic woman.
Women in Media
Women's Organizations
Sonoma County
1974-04-16
p. 5
"U.S. Birth Rates Drop to All-time Low"
Dropped below replacement level to 1.9 children per household.
Women's Health
National
1974-04-17
p. 1
"The Promise of the Emerging Woman"
Women are the most unutilized resource in America. SRJC is to host a 2 day class on "Emerging Women."

Education
Work Opportunities
National
1974-04-17
p. 1
"The Push for Jobs"
There are no women managers for PG&E.

Work Equity
California
1974-04-17
p. 2
"Being a Woman is Hard"
Opportunities for jobs are more available for men.
Work Opportunities
National
1974-04-17
p. 2
"Changing Roles for Women"
Men aren't getting reinforcement from women for their ideas of masculinity because women are taking on roles formerly seen as the man's job.
Marriage/Family Relations
Status of Women
National
1974-04-17
p. 10
"Senate Approves Sex Bill"
Equal education for boys and girls.
Education
National
1974-04-17
p. 11
"Denial of Sickness Benefits to Pregnant Women Overruled"
Employers can't deny women compensation for pregnancy or pregnancy related disabilities, declared by a class action suit.
Work Opportunities
California
1974-04-18
p. 2
"How, Why of Women in Politics"
Discusses public reactions to women politicians and the differences between men and women politicans.
Women in Government
National
1974-04-18
p. 8
"'The Pill' for Men Within Five Years"
Male version of 'the Pill' or injection soon to come.
Women's Health
National
1974-04-18
p. 19
"Status of Women Commission Asked"
Ukiah asked one to be created to encourage equal employment opportunities.
Equal Rights
Status of Women
Work Opportunities
California
1974-04-19
p. 1
"Smoking Habit - Women Out in Front"
Women smoke more per day than men and start at an earlier age.
Women's Health
National
1974-04-19
p. 33
"Women's Gymnastics... One of the Most Demanding Sports"
Huge number of requirements (stamina, strength, etc.)
Sports
National
1974-04-25
p. 10
"Widows-only Tax Break OK"
Permissible to discriminate against men because of reasonable distinction between the ability of men and women to cope.
Equal Rights
Finances
Status of Women
California
* 1974-04-26
p. 8
"Ladies Tired of Tradition"
Women storm dining quarters of The Commerical Club to upset 123 year tradition of no women allowed.
Access to gender-exclusive organizations
Equal Rights
Women Activists
Sonoma County
1974-04-29
p. 6
"Home Needed for 22 Naked Women"
Miss Nude World pageant coming.
Cultural Events
California
1974-06-02
p. 3S
"Injunction Paves Way For Girls"
A Maine superioe court judge rules that girls cannot be barred from playing in boys little league.
Civil Rights
National
1974-06-04
p. 4
"Women AND TV"
[Editorial] Editorial agrees with NOW, that women are depicted on TV as stereotypes. Editor uses the word 'appalled'.
Women in Media
Sonoma County
1974-06-04
p. 15
"Women's Work"
The no. 2 man in the 12,000 member British civil servants' union is a woman. Mrs. Doris Lancaster has worked for the society of civil servants since 1961.
Work Equity
International
1974-06-06
p. 12
"Employment Rights group Has Courses"
CAREER (Committee Advancing the recognitiont of Equal Employment Rights) sponsoring two 3 day classes on employment discrimination.
Education
Work Equity
Sonoma County
1974-06-07
p. 31
"CHP Seeks Patrolwomen"
Women can apply in Ukiah to participate in a two year program as CHP officers.
Work Opportunities
Sonoma County
1974-06-09
p. 1C
"Untitled"
Terri Baranzini became the only girl umpire for little league. She took training courses three times, was overqualifies before they would give her a job, despite a shortage of umpires. [Photo Caption]
Access to gender-exclusive organizations
Sports
Work Equity
Sonoma County
1974-06-09
p. 8A
"French Premire Names Women To Highposts."
One of the women refused job dealing with women's status because, 'she was not promised political liberty.'
Work Equity
International
1974-06-09
p. 8A
"French Women's Liberation Front Asks For Boycott "
The French Women's Movement is calling for a 3 day strike for women's rights from "Boycott sex, housework, child rearing, and low paying menial jobs".
Civil Rights
International
1974-06-10
p. 4
"Who Can Really Play The Game Great? Questions For Women Jurors"
Deena Andrews of Sebastopol is upset by judges questions. Such as what her husband did for a living, her marital status. Men were not asked the same types of questions.
Editorial/Commentary
Equal Rights
Sonoma County
1974-06-12
p. Fro
"Rape Bill Goes To Assembly"
Two bills, one limiting how much a rape victim has to testify about prior sexual releationships and the other shortening sentences for rapists, goes to Assembly.
Rape
California
1974-06-13
p. 14
"For Women Hall Of Fame"
The hall of fame foundation in Rhode Island is considering a women's hall of fame.
Cultural Events
National
1974-06-14
p. 9
"Doctor In The House"
Woman becomes a doctor after fourteen year struggle. She is a mother of three and had support from her husband to get her education.
Education
Work Equity
Sonoma County
1974-06-14
p. 11
"Mrs. Komber Is A Mother, A Worker, Union Activist"
Odessa Komer is elected new 'vice-president' of the executive board of the United States Automobile Workers Union.
Work Opportunities
National
1974-06-14
p. 34
""Ruling Suprises SR Area Chief""
Chief administrator for Southern California suprised by little league Inc. reversal of it's decision and will allow girls to play in league.
Civil Rights
Court Case
Sports
California
1974-06-14
p. 34
"Mixed Reaction To L.L. Ruling"
Some are pro, others against girls being allowed to play.
Civil Rights
Court Case
Sports
National
1974-06-16
p. 1S
"Women Golfers Play For Peanuts"
Women golfers not getting the same media attention or money as the men golfersand are starting to speak up about it.
Sports
Work Equity
National
1974-06-16
p. 2B
"Traffic Officer Positions Are Open To Women"
Interview with CHP officer about possibility of women officers joining the force in a two year experiment.
Work Equity
Work Opportunities
California
1974-06-16
p. 15
"Editor's Note"
Editor notes that the 'women golfers' article was written by Susan Swartz on special assignment to the sports section. First opportunity for women staffers to add a new dimension to the Press Democrat Sports coverage.
Editorial/Commentary
Sports
Work Equity
Work Opportunities
Sonoma County
1974-06-18
p. 6
"Pregnancy Ruling Reversed"
Supreme Court reversed a ruling by California federal court decision that state disability insurence system had to pay benefits to pregnant women. The supreme court says that it is not discrimination.
Women's Health
National
1974-06-20
p. 4
"Letters To The Editor"
Help offered women veterans from Women with the Veteran affairs office at Santa Rosa Junior College, letting women veterans know there is help for them. Mentions women who have been divorced and are struggling for jobs.
Divorce
Editorial/Commentary
Education
Military
Women's Health
Women's Organizations
Sonoma County
1974-06-25
p. 24
"Rape Laws To Be Discussed"
Information meeting discussing recent legislation about rape and the legal resources that rape victims have will be held at Flamingo Hotel.
Education
Rape
Sonoma County
1974-06-26
p. 14
"New Child Care Legislation"
Both Democrat and Republican Congressmen offered a bill that would provide federal support for day care and services for children in working families with health care, meals and couseling for parents.
Day Care
National
1974-06-26
p. 17
"'Consent' Victim's History Are Issues In Rape Trial"
Because a woman 'consented' to have sex her past sexual history can be questioned. The alleged rapist is claiming consent. The victim says she was threatened with a knife
Rape
Sonoma County
1974-06-27
p. 6
"County Women Seek Commission On Status"
Women are invited to attend a meeting to discuss organizing a Status of Women Commission.
Women in Government
Women's Organizations
Sonoma County
1974-06-27
p. 10
"Mother Says She Protected Children"
Woman tells her side of the alleged attacker wrote her letters that she would be shaming herself, her family, and friends if she brought criminal charges against him. Victim's names weren't published in rape cases
Rape
Sonoma County
1974-06-28
p. 2
"Rape Suspect Says He Had Invitation"
In defending himself, the alleged rapist said the woman invited him to her home with an offhand remark to "drop by sometime after 12 o'clock.
Rape
Sonoma County
1974-06-28
p. 4
"Response To Editorial On Women And TV"
Letter writers suggest looking at sterotyped women in the comics specifically 'Blondie' and 'The Little Woman'.
Editorial/Commentary
Women in Media
Sonoma County
1974-06-30
p. 3b
"Fifty Sonoma County Women Apply For Jobs"
50 Sonoma County women were among 1459 others to apply for the CHP jobs.
Work Opportunities
Sonoma County
1974-06-30
p. 6S
"The Toughest Broad On A Horse"
Article about Mary Bacon--as a mother and a racehorse jockey. Women couldnt be Jockeys until 1969.
Work Equity
National
1974-06-30
p. 6S
"Pretty Faces Would Help Women's Golf"
President of the LPCA excutive board states that women's golf isn's as lucrative as men's because men started competing before women. Also, '...held that one important combination-a good looking woman.'
Sports
Work Equity
National
1974-08-01
p. 20
"Women Quit Rights Group in Protest"
Women quit to protest the removal of an outspoken feminist member of the Attorney General's task force.
Women Activists
Women in Government
California
1974-08-04
p. 13A
"Answering Those Crises in the Night"
First woman member of Rohnert Park's ambulance crew.
Work Opportunities
Sonoma County
1974-08-05
p. 1
"Belly Dancing - an Ancient Art Coming Back"
How belly dancing is coming back to local people
Cultural Events
Sonoma County
1974-08-05
p. 5
"Modern Practice of Midwifery is Not Unusual"
Midwifery is a common practice, but illegal in 18 states.
Maternal/Infant Care
Women's Health
California
1974-08-09
p. 31
"Ordination of Women Stirs Debate"
Reaction to the ordination of eleven women to the Episcopal priesthood
Backlash
Religion
Work Opportunities
National
1974-08-12
p. 6
"The 'Bastions of Male Superiority' Fall as Women Take Over More Men's Jobs"
Women in jobs that were once done only by women.
Work Opportunities
California
1974-08-14
p. 29
"Women with a Mission"
Local women setting up an organization to help needy families.
Poverty/Welfare
Urban Improvement
Sonoma County
1974-08-15
p. 8
"Women Priests Invalidated"
Calling the ordination of eleven women into the Episcopal priesthood wrong
Backlash
Religion
Work Opportunities
National
1974-08-22
p. 1
"Ford Sets Women Equality Day"
Ford today signed proclamation declaring Monday "Women's Equality Day"
Equal Rights
National
1974-08-25
p. 1
"Rape Victim Bill is Sent to Reagan"
What a victim is not allowed to speak of in court.
Rape
California
1974-08-25
p. 10A
"Equal Rights Amendment Stalled 5 States Short"
Why the Equal Rights Amendment is stalled
Equal Rights Amendment
National
1974-10-01
p. 2
"'Mommy Don't Go': Two Area Women Join CHP"
Forty women were sworn in as CHP officers thereby ending the all male tradition.
Work Equity
Sonoma County
1974-10-04
p. 8
"Women Protesting Prostitution Code"
The American Civil Liberties Union filed a taxpayers' suit against the cities of Oakland, Emeryville, and Berkeley. The suit claims the cities are wasting tax money on the prosecution of prostitutes.
Women Activists
California
1974-10-06
p. 3B
"State Apopointative Posts are Dominated by Males "
Claifornia government appointive posts are primarily held by men.
Women's Section
California
1974-10-06
p. 6A
"Women's Rights Death Penalty Before Court"
Supreme Court hearing three cases about women; Louisiana: Women on juries, Navy favors femal officers, Indiana: prostitution laws.
Women in Government
National
1974-10-06
p. 19A
"Women to Meet"
The ad hoc commiottee for the Sonoma County Commission on the Status of Women invites women, teenage girls, and interested men to their meeting. The meeting is intended to discuss the efforts of the committee to establish a Sonoma County Commission on the Status of Women.
Women Activists
Women in Government
Women's Organizations
Sonoma County
* 1974-10-09
p. 14
"Professional Woman Of Year Named"
Sue Sion, a Santa Rosa school teacher, was awarded the Santa Rosa Negro Business and Professional Women's Club's "Woman of the Year" award.
Names
Sonoma County
1974-10-10
p. 9
"Freed Diplomat Was 'Treated Like A Lady'"
A female U.S. official, Barbara Hutchison, was captured by guerillas in Santo Domingo. She said the captives got know and slightly like their captors since they had to share food and water.
Names
National
1974-10-11
p. 14
"Credit Discrimination Ban Approved"
The U.S. Senate passed legislation saying people could not be discriminated against based on their sex or marital status.
Women Activists
National
1974-10-11
p. 17
"'Police Woman' Episode Postponed"
NBC postponed an episode of their show, "Police Woman", in order to continue editing it. The episode had a subplot about a lesbian rlationship.
Cultural Events
National
1974-10-14
p. 1
"Anderson Valley Girls Set To Play Football"
The Anderson Valley Unified Scholl District gave its approval for girls to play on the football teams of the schools in that district.
Sports
Title IX
Sonoma County
1974-10-14
p. 11
"Ukiah Workshop: Women to Get Together"
A two day communication workshop was held for women to come together to discuss a varitey of issues including child care, loneliness, and body image. The workshop was sponsored by the American Friends Service Committee and the new Ukiah Community Center.
Education
Sonoma County
1974-10-14
p. 11
"Women Said Better At Distance Running"
Dr. Joan Ullyot, a Pacific Medical Center researcher, argued that women can run long diestances better than men because of their fat content. She argued that women don't lose their strength or power as queickly.
Names
National
1974-10-16
p. Ins
"What Every Working Woman Should Know- Her Legal Rights"
More women are working than ever before so working women should know their rights. The article advises women to learn about their rights and gives a summary of some of those rights.
Work Equity
National
1974-10-16
p. 16
"Women Making Move In U.S. Politics"
Women are becoming more involved in state and federal politics.
Women in Government
National
1974-10-17
p. 21
"Militant Housewife: Anti-Women's Lib"
Hilma Skinner, a Colorado housewife, worked to start an anti-women's lib group in Colorado called Happiness of Womanhood (HOW.
Names
National
1974-10-18
p. 1
"Girls Out For Football, It's Rough, Really Rough"
Girls on the Anderson Valley High School football team discuss their experiences during their first week of football practice. The school district had just given permission for girls to join the football team the week before.
Title IX
National
1974-10-21
p. 4
"Today's Women On The Go"
Editorial about how women are portrayed in media vs. women in real life.
Editorial/Commentary
Marriage/Family Relations
National
1974-10-25
p. 19
"Two Churches Uphold Rulings On Women"
Leaders of Roman Catholic Church and the Seventh-Day Adventist Church decided to uphold their ruling to deny ordination to women. They will continue to study the issue.
Access to gender-exclusive organizations
Religion
National
1974-10-25
p. 19
"'We are Priests: Women' "
Three female deacons who were ordained to the Episcopal Priesthood will celebrate Holy Communion in New York City despite controversy against their ordination.
Religion
National
1974-10-25
p. 34
"Boonville Grid Girls Quit"
The girls who joined their high school football teams in the Anderson Valley Unified School District quit their teams after a scrimmage where they encountered their first contact situation.
Access to gender-exclusive organizations
Sports
National
1974-10-27
p. 4
"Football Is For Men Only"
The editorial by Art Buchwald argued that women have no right to be a footballsports commentator because football is a man's sport and women should have no part of it.
Access to gender-exclusive organizations
Editorial/Commentary
Sports
Title IX
National
1974-10-27
p. 13A
"Board To Hear Women"
Speakers from the ad hoc Committee on a Sonoma County Commission on the Staus of Women will address the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors and request an official Sonoma County Commission on the Status of Women. The committee wants the Commission to have subpoena power and funding.
Status of Women
Women Activists
Women in Government
Sonoma County
1974-10-29
p. 1-2
"Commission On Women For County"
Sonoma County's Board of Supervisors approved the women's request for a Sonoma County Commission on the Status of Women but the Commission was given less power than they had requested.
Status of Women
Women Activists
Women in Government
Sonoma County
1975-02-02
p. 8
"Another Defeat for Chauvinism"
Sandra Bouressa 1st female Sargent-at-Arms on Assembly Floor during a regular session this week.
Women in Government
Work Equity
National
1975-02-02
p. 17
"Management for Effective Living is Title of Spring Class for Women"
Home Ec. 55 a new title for a class to inform women on how to make good choices as a consumer.
Education
Sonoma County
1975-02-05
p. 14
"Social Service Department Winning War On Paper"
Microfilm is saving space in the welfare systems office.
Women in Government
Sonoma County
1975-02-05
p. 33
"Unknown Woman Wanted in State Government"
Best qualified representation means more women in government. Carlotta Nerman Mellon wants to have women in the policy making positions.
Women in Government
California
1975-02-07
p. 16
"Margaret Smith's Art On Display"
One woman show at U.C. Berkeley. Painter and her artisan displayed at U.C. Berkeley.
Cultural Events
California
1975-02-07
p. 75
"Women In United States History Project"
Two grants, celebrating learning and accomplishments at SSU. Meeting to celebrate slideshow-inviation.
Education
Women in Government
Sonoma County
1975-02-09
p. 6A
"Keene Bill Would Require Warning Before Sterilization"
After two 14 year old girls were sterilized without knowing, the Keene Bill would require warning to the person.
Reproductive Rights
National
1975-02-09
p. 9A
"Mrs. Ford ERA Lobbyist"
Ford is for the ERA, first lady for the ladies. Mrs. Ford is one of the leading lobbyist for the ERA.
Hospitals
Reproductive Rights
National
1975-02-10
p. 12
"New Technique For Serializing Women"
A new technique for sterlization uses less invasive methods, takes only 10/15 minutes.
Hospitals
Reproductive Rights
National
1975-02-13
p. 1
"Woman Nominated To President's Cabinet"
Third woman in history to be nominated.
Women in Government
Work Equity
National
1975-02-14
p. 31
"Female Writer Unwelcomed"
Men only locker room sports, the first time being a woman was a curse because she could not get the story for the newspaper, that's the story now.
Women in Government
Work Equity
National
1975-02-16
p. 1
"Abortion Doctor Gets Probation"
Count 1 manslaughter for legal abortion, twenty years in jail but right now it looks like only probation.
Reproductive Rights
Women's Health
National
1975-02-19
p. 1
"Georgia/Utah Reject Equal Rights Amendment"
Georgia and Utah have rejected the ERA, maybe more states will follow their lead.
Equal Rights Amendment
National
1975-02-19
p. 6
"Morning After Pill Unsafe"
FDA reports strokes, cancer, tons of birth control pills links with strokes that is not being advertised.
Reproductive Rights
Women's Health
National
1975-02-19
p. 33
"Non-Fault Divorce Too Easy"
Some feel there needs to be accountability/fault in divorce.
Divorce
National
1975-02-19
p. 35
"Bail Reduced For 5 Rape Suspects"
Bail has been reduced so that the men could go to work.
Rape
Sonoma County
1975-02-21
p. 7
"New Breed Of Church Activism"
Supports women's lib, unity and sisterhood. Believes a woman's place can be in the home or outside the home.
Religion
Women Activists
National
1975-02-24
p. 11
"Ukiah's Homecoming Queen Not a Women's Libber"
Boy Bruce Larson Wins 1st man, feels women should stay at home.
Work Opportunities
California
1975-02-25
p. 1
"Prostitution Both Held Liable"
Man and woman both held liable instead of just the woman.
Work Opportunities
National
1975-02-27
p. 31
"The Future Is Now For Women"
Local female sports growing around the world for women's liberation.
Equal Rights
Sports
National
1975-04-01
p. 2
"CA Poll Opinions on Abortion"
% up from 1969 of people who support women getting abortions if unwed or pregnancy unwanted. Gives comparative stats.
Reproductive Rights
California
1975-04-02
p. 30
"CA State Police Accepts Woman As Officer"
First woman in state to be sworn in as a police officer.
Work Equity
Work Opportunities
California
1975-04-04
p. 17
"Touchy issue: Churches and abortion"
Abortion remains the one touchy issue in the church. Argued on whether or not there should be an abortion law.
Reproductive Rights
National
1975-04-06
p. 3A
"Female Discrimination Woman Freed from Jail "
Woman freed from jail using discrinmination as a factor compared to treatment good behaving male inmates recieve.
Criminal Justice
Sonoma County
1975-04-06
p. 5B
"Santa Rosans attend D.A.R. conference"
Outlines goals of Daughters of the American Revolution in their fight to protect the environment.
Women in Government
California
1975-04-06
p. 6M
"Ford Names Women Panel"
Prominent women appointed to head a commission, lead by Jill Ruckleshaus, on the observance of the International Women's Year.
Women in Government
National
1975-04-06
p. 17A
"Modern Dance is Not Just Another School Gym Class"
Experience of a woman interested in modern dance, also outlines what she feels are the strengths to taking the class.
Education
Sonoma County
1975-04-10
p. 15
"Chicana Group Plans Writing Workshops"
Workshops set up to write next edition of minority newsletter. Names included. All minorities invited to attend to bond all minorities together.
Women in Government
National
1975-04-11
p. 5
"San Diego Diocese Anti-NOW order Modified "
San Diego Diocese modifying a previous ban to not give communion to known NOW members. Have to renounce NOW's pro-abortion stance in order to recieve communion.
Reproductive Rights
California
1975-04-13
p. 3A
"Ten Hoping to be New Miss Sonoma County "
About the ten candidates and why they are apart of the pageant. A lot of these articles.
Cultural Events
Sonoma County
1975-04-13
p. 7M
"Endangered Specie? Dumb Blonde Image is Fading"
Interview with Teri Garr on the idea of the dumb blonde stereotype protrayed in media
Women in Media
National
1975-04-13
p. 15A
"Cambodia-Woman's dream, Man's fat "
Woman's desire of crown & man's fight against obseeity are tow major components to Cambodian War.
Names
International
1975-04-14
p. 7
"Feminists Refused Communion "
Going against order by San Diego diocese to renounce NOW's abortion policy to recieve communion. Had protest vigils-discusses.
Reproductive Rights
California
1975-04-14
p. 7
"Rights Unit hits Anti-Abortion Move"
U.S. Civil Rights Commission proposing the removal of anti-abortion legislation. Also pushing for Congress to reject any amendment prohibiting.
Reproductive Rights
National
1975-04-15
p. 4
"Desexing Titles "
The Manpower Administration & Department of Labor working to desex over 35,000 job titles.
Work Opportunities
National
1975-04-15
p. 9
"Anti-NOW Bishop seeks support "
San Diego bishop refusing to give communion to NOW members seeking support from other churches. Hope to expand band.
Reproductive Rights
California
1975-04-16
p. 6
"Senate Approval of Sex Bill Expected "
Ban for Sex orentation discrimation in the work place.
Sexuality
National
1975-04-16
p. 13
"High Court Rejects Sex Distinction Law "
Supreme Court ruled that they would strike down any law that treats men & women differently b/c of sex.
Equal Rights
National
1975-04-16
p. 27
"Dust'n Powder, Women's cycling group organized "
Women trying to challenge male role of motorcyles. About the organization, names.
Access to gender-exclusive organizations
Names
California
1975-04-16
p. 31
"Women to discuss collective bargaining "
League of Women's Voters to discuss the Ralph M. Brow Act.
Names
Women in Government
California
1975-04-18
p. 1
"Patty Would Shoot it out-Examiner"
Background of Hearst's kidnapping & opinion of law enforcement.
Criminal Justice
California
1975-04-18
p. 21
"Esceptional Women Honored "
Names. List of women who were honored for their exceptional work, lists local women.
Cultural Events
National
1975-04-20
p. 1
"Cal State Sutdent is Miss Sonoma County "
First black student to win the pageant. Description of the event & what talent the winning student portrayed.
Cultural Events
Sonoma County
1975-04-21
p. 1
"Women's Center surviving but..."
Lack of funding & particpation threaten to close women's clinic.
Women's Health
Sonoma County
1975-04-21
p. 3
"women's group queries Nuclear Power Industry "
Meeting to be held questioning nuclear power. The idea of women fighting for a "moral" cause mentioned.
Urban Improvement
Sonoma County
1975-04-21
p. 9
"Conference for Women Saturday"
Conference on how women in the Democratic Party will coninue their role in government. Positire women's role emphasis
Women in Government
California
1975-04-23
p. 8
"New NOW chapter seeks image change in Women's rights"
Desire to portray a clamer image; move away from professional woman image & middle class issues like day care % equal rights.
Day Care
Equal Rights
California
1975-04-23
p. 8
"Sex Bias accused in Insurance"
Study released finding women more undersirable insurance clients because they use it more often & cost more money compared coverage of married/divorced men to women
Women's Health
National
1975-04-23
p. 25
"'Women of the Year'named "
Decided on by Ladies Home Journal, eight women chosen & were given a pendant on CBS by a celebinty.
Cultural Events
National
1975-04-24
p. 9
"Official of NOW to speak in Santa Rosa "
Woman giving lecture on Ageism & Sexism. Names, when & where event to be held.
Cultural Events
Sonoma County
1975-04-25
p. 37
"Job Loss is harder on Woman than Men "
Study conducted stating that women stress more than men when unemployed & are happier to be working.
Work Opportunities
National
1975-04-28
p. 5
"ERA Amendment:What went wrong?"
Momentum dying down for amendment since only one state passed it. Argument that maybe it isn't understood.
Equal Rights Amendment
National
1975-06-03
p. 1
"Coed Gym Class orded by U.S."
Gym classes in schools and colleges are to intergrate boys and girls. The Department of Health, Education and Welfare stated schools recieving federal funds will have a time frame to intergrate. HEW states that classes can by sperated by must be comparable to each sex and that classes on human sexuality can be segregated. Elementary schools will have a 1yr grace period to prepare and rearrange for classes. High schools and colleges have 3yrs.
Education
Equal Rights
Title IX
National
1975-06-04
p. 2
"Women's Goals Topic June 12"
Sonoma County Commission on the Status of Women are meeting to discus goals and priorties of women in the county, community input and workshop to commission taskforce.
Access to gender-exclusive organizations
Women's Organizations
Sonoma County
1975-06-04
p. 5
"Equal Rights a Threat to Women? "
The Women's lib movement is not in favor to all women of California, some see it as a threat to woman kind. They fear that the ERA will deprive them of rights already gained, being destructive to marriage, family, and the nation. Delegates of the California Chapter of Framily Preservation League went to the capital to push the state not to have California pass the ERA. The groups from the Commission on the Status of Women, NOW, and SOW are pushing for the ERA to pass.
Divorce
Marriage/Family Relations
California
1975-06-08
p. 4
"How Far Can Coed Lib Go?"
Discussion about how fathers and mothers are having trouble with daughters being liberated and not wanting to do household chores

Backlash
Marriage/Family Relations
National
1975-06-12
p. 20
"Students Reject the old reasons for Choosing a Career"
Girls are now more interested in science professions. This was just one fact made that was taken out of a survey of 22,000 students grade 3-12. The purpose of the survey was to examine "learning by doing" Henry Blankfort who is conducting the study thinks that something is happening to young girls because of Women's Liberation or change in cultural and there is a trend that areas are not limited by seperation.
Education
Work Opportunities
National
1975-06-12
p. 22
"Santa Rosa Women Gets State Award"
Anne Elizabeth Dorfamn who was an admeinistrative assistant of Santa Rosa City management, was named Young Career Woman of the Year by California Federation of Business and Professional Women's Class. She is the first woman to be an Administrative Assisstant and first women to work in San Mateo County department of Building Construction & General Service.
Work Equity
Work Opportunities
Sonoma County
1975-06-13
p. 9
"New York Feminist Says Women Must Stop Being Nest Builders"
Letty Coltin Pogrebn feels that women must stop being nest builders. She believes that women can be mothers and have career, but first change must come from the government and traditional attitudes. She thinks the passage of the ERA and federal aid daycare are two things needed. She stated that homemakers underestimate their worth and laws that do protect them. She goes on to discuss how women are discriminated against in jobs for fear that she might get pregnant. She encourages women who have sex discrimination to bring their case to the Equal Employment Opporunity Commission.
Day Care
Equal Rights Amendment
National
1975-06-15
p. 4B
"Women's Center Opens"
Santa Rosa JC Women's Center opens. Director is Wilma Singer, part of the women's center is to answer questions about classes and activites offered through the program.
Education
Women's Organizations
Sonoma County
1975-06-16
p. 17
"Court Allows Abortion Ads"
The Supreme Court struck down state laws forbbing newspapers to publish ads for legal abortions. Justice Harry A. Blackmun stated that the First Amendment was violated by Virginia law that barred publications of abortions because it might encourage them. This revised a court ruling agianst Jeffery Biglon, who had an underground paper that had an ad for an abortion clinic in New York. He was proscuted but the Supreme Court stated that this ad was not just commerical but benefical for the public and they advertised for legal ones tha could help pregnant mothers.
Reproductive Rights
Women's Health
National
1975-06-19
p. 12
"Nurses Strike At Warrack"
Jill Graften R.N. said the nurses' main grievences are with management are the lack of education leave for nurses to attend seminars and classes (edcuational and wages) that divides them. They work as a team but wage offer to management puts them into three different paying classes. They are also asking for seniority rights, merit taxes, and tenure. Warrack's pay is one of the lowest for nurses.
Hospitals
Unionization
Women's Health
Work Equity
Sonoma County
1975-06-20
p. 30
"Yesterday in Sacramento the Sentat Passed "
Public schools are required to give girls equal opportunities as boys in extra-curricular activities

Education
Equal Rights
California
1975-06-23
p. 9
"Women Aid Soldiers Improve"
At Fort Lewis (WA) women soldiers in the field are making male G.I.s better. 957 men and 59 women went through classroom and field training together expect for pt training. The men are performing better because they see the women doing all type of field training and were trying to prove they could it too. Seger Linda M. Nelson and Cheryl Komosinsku are two women who are part of the program. Maj. Art A. Henry planner for the women's program feels all cadets will perform well. Both men and women are tested alike.
Equal Rights
Military
National
1975-06-24
p. 10
"Political Bickering Mars Women's Conference"
United Nations Women's Conference to discuss women in the world and women's issues
Backlash
Poverty/Welfare
Work Equity
International
1975-06-25
p. 5
"Abortion "
Women can choose to have an abortion within the first three months -- Supreme Court

Reproductive Rights
Women's Health
National
1975-06-29
p. 7
"Republican Women To Convene"
Missouri Governor Christopher Bond and U.S. Information Agency Director Frank Shakespeare were a few political figures asked to speak at the 18th Bicentnial Convention of the National Federation of Republican Women, meeting on Sept. 12th and 13th. One leading figure is Republican Chairman Mary Louise Smith. NFRW is one of the biggest volunteer political organizations of women. The plan is to the GOP women plan stratigies, attended workshops to prepare for the election of 76.
Women in Government
Women's Organizations
National
1975-06-30
p. 16
"Striking Nurses Plan Rally"
Striking nurses at Warrack's hospital are planning a rally on Wednesday at the old Court House Square in Santa Rosa. Jill Grafton, who was in charge of planning told nurses and the public why they were on strike, since June 19th. They made charges of unfair labor against the California Nurses Association.
Hospitals
Women's Health
Work Equity
Sonoma County
1975-08-03
p. 2b
"Nurses May Become State-Certified Midwives"
Women could leave hospital to perform natural childbirths
Maternal/Infant Care
Women's Health
California
* 1975-08-10
p. 3m
"4 Miss Lake County Contestants Named"
Cultural Events
Sonoma County
1975-08-10
p. 5a
"Unwed Mothers Are Bad News"
Single mothers cannot adequate sex education.
Maternal/Infant Care
National
1975-08-10
p. 7b
"Teen Personality Traits are Studied"
If a teenage girl is cheerful, friendly, and expressive, she is bound for divorce.
Marriage/Family Relations
California
* 1975-08-10
p. 9a
"Women's Re-entry Session at SRJC"
Santa Rosa Junior College offering an orientation session for women who want to go back to school
Education
Sonoma County
1975-08-11
p. 1
"Mrs. Ford's Liberated View of Marijuana, Premarital Sex"
Mrs. Ford believes things like drug experimentation and sex are natural and would not be disappointed if her daughter were to admit doing it.
Women in Politics
National
1975-08-12
p. 1