PUC orders BART to show train system proof by Sept 1
The California Public Utilities Commission demands documented proof of BART's conveyor system performance as it expands to San Francisco. The letter to BART General Manager B. J. Stokes requests test results on train detection, electrical interference, speed, and braking under worst weather, plus cab equipment checks. A four year study funded with 2 million by DOT and HUD will assess BART’s impact on urban traffic, economy, and environment.
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Fremont burglar suspect nabbed in pet shop theft
Police recovered most stolen items from Bradford L Day owner of an Alameda pet shop after a 4:29 a.m. arrest following a burglary. Officers found a van containing loot from Gunnge Burrus and seized a drill box valued at about 120 dollars. Day faced charges of burglary and possession of stolen goods with a 20 000 dollar bond.
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Men die in Eureka boat explosion near Seagull
An explosion aboard the Seagull near Eureka killed Orville Grey and left William Willoughby injured as the boat sank. Coroner Edward Nielsen said the blast occurred as a hydraulic pump activated. Both men jumped into the water and were rescued. Grey died at St Joseph's Hospital.
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Sabotage Suspect Found Innocent by Court Martial
Navy apprentice Pauley Chenoweth, 22, was found not guilty by a board of inquiry on charges of sabotaging the USS Ranger last July. The incident required nearly $1 million in repairs and delayed the carrier’s Vietnam departure by three months. Chenoweth and witness testimony from fellow sailor Rags Paley were central as the panel read its verdict.
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Nude man jumps from second floor in downtown San Francisco
A naked man leapt from a second floor window during a disturbance near the Eastman Hotel on Market Street. He ran into a crowd before capture, sustained cuts, and was hospitalized at San Francisco General Hospital. Police identified the man as Ray Manney, age 10, with other details unclear.
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Meat Theft Strikes Los Angeles Plant Trunks
Police report two thefts totaling about 80 000 pounds of meat from the Rotiman Hroa packing plant in Ver sie. A truck and trailer were looted from a plant parking area, valued around 20 100 dollars. Federal and county authorities joined in arrests on charges linked to stealing a second truckload of 2000 pounds bound for Colorado.
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Death penalty bill okayed in Louisiana
In Baton Rouge lawmakers pass a measure to restore the death penalty and send it to Governor Edwin Edwards. Delegates debate its mandatory application for particularly heinous crimes, including multiple victims.
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Nixon's private routines and comforts revealed in profile
A portrait details President Nixon in Camp David routines and White House life. It notes his casual dress, daily habits, exercise, meals, and preferences, including a love of theater, dining, films, and quiet moments with newspapers and music.
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Dismissal Tied to AEC Charge Shrugs Toward Nuclear Safety
An investigation questions if a Lawrence Livermore Laboratory employee was fired over alleged suppression of nuclear safety information. Assemblyman Warren cites possible AEC pressure tactics and calls for a detailed explanation as lawmakers probe state energy policy and safety disclosures to legislative bodies. The unit at issue is connected to Lawrence Livermore Lab and UC leadership, with figures including Charles Warren, Charles Hill, Roger Balzer, and Dixie Lee Ray referenced.
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Job Corps center closure affects California Oregon centers
A Job Corps center near San Prangieco is slated to close. Residents fear displacement. Officials say trainees will be redirected to other centers in California, Oregon, and Ola within four months.
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Power shortage sweeps East Coast with outages
Reported widespread outages as kilowatts are diverted to Chicago area and other points in Milwaukee and Indiana. East central Pennsylvania loses three major plants triggering a regional blackout. New Jersey plans a five percent cut to aid New York and hit areas. Milwaukee records a peak demand of 662 megawatts surpassing prior highs. A transformer to Toledo station tripped, leaving large areas without power as residents reset air conditioners.
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Charlie's Car Thieves Target Chicago Auto Scene
Police report summary of a chaotic night involving Charlie's car, a theft ring in Chicago, and fluctuating fares. Officers recovered the vehicle after a struggle. a rider recounts confusion and fear as suspects attempted to flee with the coupe amid a tense confrontation.
Judge drops hearing on Watergate links at trial
Testimony before a Senate panel linked Porter and Magruder to Watergate and named several other aides including Mitchell LaRue Mardian Haldeman and Stenehan as figures tied to the break in and cover up. Porter said no meetings involved hugging or surveillance with Haldeman and denied knowing additional names. Gray agreed to testify fully in any new Watergate cases and Weicker defended the hearings against criticisms of hindering prosecutions.
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Nixon on TV expected to outline selective controls
Washington UPI reports President Nixon will outline a plan on television tomorrow night to curb inflation. Administration sources say the measures will be selective rather than across the board, targeting major controls on prices wages interest rates and dividends.
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Reagan event draws crowd for school tribute and speeches
A crowd gathers as Reagan is expected at a school event where trustees attend. Monarch Knight presents diplomas while Ronald Billman and Robert Barges are named valedictorian and salutatorian. The program includes The Remedy land performing Digial Dixel and Concerto.
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