Walkout rumors swirl as doctors face insurance loss
Alameda-Contra Costa Medical Association official says talk of mass walkouts this summer is publicity-seeking speculation. State insurance officials warn up to 6000 physicians could lose lawsuit protection as malpractice policies expire, while local doctors caution it is too early to predict actions. Union organizers note potential service withholding if insurance ends, with aging physicians most at risk.
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Mothers React To Irvington Memorial Soccer Amid Rainstorm
A storm swept Northern California, bringing heavy rain and winds to the Tri-City area where .82 inch fell by last night. Several power lines were reported down, but no major damage. The Bay Area’s first big rainfall of the winter drenched spectators while a soccer result awaits on Page 17.
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Fremont chamber reaffirms Durham extension support
Fremont Chamber of Commerce directors reaffirmed backing for a 2 million Durham Road extension between Fremont Boulevard and I 680. They tied the project to regional industrial growth and job creation, while a rival group urged prioritizing a cheaper Blacow Road to Osgood link if feasible.
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Weekend Weather Outlook for South County
Saturday brings wintry conditions with lows in the Us and winds up to 40 mph. Rain chances are 60 percent today and 70 percent tonight, with highs in the 50s. Fremont reported a yesterday high of 55 and a low of 40.
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Fremont Delegation From Mexican Sister City Visits
A group of 12 civic dignitaries from Fremont's sister city Puerto Penasea Mexico will visit Fremont. William T Leonard of the Associated Building Industry says relief is near for builders and realtors suffering inflation. Democrats outnumber Republicans one to none with one American Independent Party candidate aiming for a single assembly seat.
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Nation eyes huge tax breaks for troubled firms
Ways and Means panel weighs tax relief exceeding 1 billion dollars for Chrysler Pan American Airways and hundreds of other financially strained companies. A banker's wife freed after 18 hours of captivity. 300000 dollar ransom paid. Big-city mayors seek 15.2 billion to rescue urban economies. Ford backs energy plans. Nader calls it a shell game. African Asian Latin nations plan Senegal meet on trade. SALT talks push toward a new 0 year accord.
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Evidence shows male guest in Newark murder home
In the Ethel Moughan case jurors heard a male guest was present at the slain Newark fire department secretary’s home before her death. The testimony cited fingerprints from four people including Moughan and her son, plus hair evidence and a noted unknown fingerprint on aftershave.
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BART inquiry details fatal maintenance truck crash
Oakland inquiry hearings reveal train controller John McPherson weighed halting a maintenance truck after its radio operator struggled to repeat orders. He let the vehicle proceed, citing potential coaching in the background, as the truck hit a high speed train killing driver Arthur Briggs and causing extensive damage.
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Peterbilt Motors Reports Major Layoffs in Newark
Newark's Peterbilt Motors reportedly laid off about half of its 1060 workers as orders for new trucks dried up. An assembly worker and protesters stood outside the Cherry Street plant while company officials did not comment. Union officials declined to comment due to ongoing contract negotiations.
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Kissinger Approach Draws Israeli Concern Over Middle East Peace
Officials in the State Department watch Kissinger's step by step diplomacy with growing unease as Israeli newspapers report misgivings about the pace and method of talks toward an Arab Israeli peace settlement.
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