BART Wins $28 Million Settlement Over Failure Claims
BART reaches an end of court settlement costing about $28.7 million to resolve a lawsuit by the transit agency against its builders over non performance of trains and equipment. Westinghouse, Rohr, Parsons Brinckerhoff, and Bechtel were named in the suit with BART alleging brake and motor problems and frequent breakdowns delaying service. The deal includes cash and patent license provisions and sets out terms for further agreements to finalize details in coming weeks.
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Weather and cross border shootout reported in pages
The issue notes a weather summary with highs in the seventies and lows in the fifties, plus a report of a cross border shootout near the US Mexico line where San Diego undercover agents were attacked and three policemen wounded. Also mentions a White House telegram to stuntman Bill Shirk and a Carter era peace survey.
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Speaker's vow to help readers in crisis prompts page note
A fragment from a newspaper page shows a speaker promising immediate assistance to anyone with questions or needs. The line emphasizes rapid action and support, reflecting a backing message to readers on the back page of the section.
Nursing homes watchdog told to cool it
Fremont Police Detective Bob Krupper said officials with a nursing homes watchdog group were asked to stop using the word atrocities during a door to door canvass. He described a three week effort by 1 to 15 members traveling to offices out of town from July 11. Concerns were raised after a local convalescent home resident died amid reports of severe abuse.
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Spaniard emerges 38 years later in hiding
A Spanish man involved in a long concealment has resurfaced after three years on the run with the forces of Prestacations army. Neighbors recall his four children and describe a cautious, surprised return as he stepped from his hiding place and waved.
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Fragmentary Police Charge Report With Incomplete Details
An OCR fragment reports on a police commander and several officers amid tension before a scheduled event. It notes criticism of the commander's handling, lack of communication with officers, and claims minimal discussion in the squad room. The text is highly garbled with missing names and clear context.
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