14 Sep 1976
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Newspaper
Argus
Location
Fremont, California, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1976
Page
1
School officials report no complaints at affected schools as Newark eliminates bus transport for all elementary pupils except those walking under hazardous conditions. The board took the step last month to save costs, leaving some children to travel to school under sunny skies.
DETROIT UPI Ford last night floated a third contract proposal to the UAW, which rejected it as not addressing key issues. UAW president Leonard Woodcock warned a strike at 11:59 p.m. today is "one in 100" likely. The plan included a time bank for extra time off and extended retiree dental coverage, but the union said the offer was insufficient to bring new workers into the labor force.
Typhoon Fram struck southwest Japan with 100 mph winds and heavy rain, causing at least 104 deaths and 57 missing. About 325000 people were evacuated, with 23000 homes destroyed or severely damaged across Kyushu and western Japan. Kagoshima suffered the heaviest losses as rainfall topped five feet in soaked areas.
Highly critical Arthur Young & Co audits call for overhaul of Fremont district personnel and data processing offices. Supt Wayne Ferguson defends past actions while acknowledging problems, noting underqualified staff and lack of trained personnel analyst. Audits flag underutilized equipment, understaffed data processing, weak administrative practices, and security needs.
A San Francisco Bay Wildlife Refuge project was launched at the Baylands Nature Interpretive Center with Secretary of the Interior Kleppe, Rep. Edwards, and others announcing construction of a Fremont headquarters next year. The Clark Foundation funded 600000 for early facilities while Congress added 600000 in matching funds, but Leslie Salt Co seeks higher land prices triggering potential condemnation. Edwards guides an 8 million cap on land purchase with 4.25 million already appropriated.
The United States will veto Vietnam's admission to the United Nations over Hanoi's failure to fully account for Americans missing in action. Ambassador Scranton announced after a White House meeting with President Ford, while Hanoi denounced U S distortions. The National League of Families welcomed the decision and urged direct U S talks with Vietnam to resolve all issues.
Bay Area Rapid Transit District Director John Glenn argues a 50 cent flat fare would boost ridership and overall revenue, citing Labor Day 142 000 riders at 25 cents. BART analysts warn lower fares could cut revenue despite higher rider numbers. Glenn says a flat fare could save some commuters time and money while complementing Muni and AC Transit.
The National Weather Service projects fair weather to persist through tomorrow with minimal temperature variation. Yesterday’s high reached 44 degrees and the low dipped to 41.
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