Commuter Nightmare Ties Newark Traffic After Oversized Tow
A truck blocked the Washington Avenue exit in San Lean dro causing a 6:25 am traffic jam that stretched south to Jarvis Avenue in Newark. California Highway Patrol officials noted the delay was unusual and required an oversized tow truck to move the oversized trailer, with the driver roused from bed for the recovery.
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Robby Earns Top Scout Award Despite Handicap
Robby overcomes a birth handicap to receive a major Boy Scout honor at a ceremony held in a church store, joining a select group of achievers. His mother calls it Robby’s night and a long-cherished dream fulfilled, noting the event takes place on a special date at a Presbyterian Church location.
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San Leandro’s Helen Lawrence, longtime mayor, dies
Helen Lawrence, noted San Leandro politician and the city’s first and only woman mayor, died last night. She began her political career in 19, served 13 years on the city council, and was elected mayor by her four colleagues. During her tenure Memorial Park’s dedication occurred, and the city counted 12,088 residents when she stepped down.
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Chinese toast Ford denounces U S Soviet détente
In a UPI report, China’s leaders criticized the U S Soviet détente. The article notes diplomats and officials reacting to the developing blanacing stance as Tong’s remarks were read in silence.
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