PUC orders BART to prove safe auto train control system
The California Public Utilities Commission orders Bay Area Rapid Transit to submit documented proof that its automatic train control system operates safely. The proof, covering at least 40 days, must show consistent detection of minimum size trains, no cross talk, safe braking distances, and speed reading from equipment. A Sept 1 deadline precedes any service expansion to San Francisco. The Metropolitan Transportation Commission will study BART’s impact with $2 million from federal agencies.
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Hayward District Bans Fireworks in Parks
Hayward Area Precreation District directors outlaw fireworks in district parks after a recent event. Safe and sane devices are allowed within city limits but county rules remain in effect for Castro Valley and San Lorenzo parks. Possession sale display or use of any fireworks in HARD parks is prohibited.
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Rezoning hearing postponed for Towne property site
A rezoning hearing before the Ala sda County Planning Commission on Towne property housing the John McConaghy residence in Saq Laren has been postponed to July 16. The hearing, previously scheduled yesterday, follows the estate of McConaghy requesting a zoning change from residential to commercial at 702 Mtesperiae Blvd.
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Saq Laren
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Mtesperiae Blvd
AC Transit seeks prosecution for bus driver assault in Oakland
AC Transit plans to prosecute two Oakland men charged with misdemeanor assault and disturbing the peace after an attack on a Hayward bus driver and harassment of a supervisor. Spokesmen say the incidents, part of a rash of abuse toward drivers, spurred stronger protective measures and a push for tougher penalties.
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Man held after Newark robbery and fight
Newark police report four men jailed after a robbery on Warder Road and Cypress Avenue ended in a street fight. Bobby McVey of Newark chased suspects, recovered a wallet, and identified Charles F. Bler 20 as one arrest, with others charged in the incident.
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Newark
Bobby McVey
Pont
Warder Rad
Cypress Avenue
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Seekson
Santa Clara
Charles F. Bler
Riverhault Ave
Hayward traffic worries delay 420 homes project hearing
Don Felson Kay Building Co plans 420 clustered single family homes south of East Avenue near Second Street in Hayward Hills. Alameda County Planning Commission postponed the reques t until July 9 after addressing traffic, access road, and environmental impact report concerns from residents along East Avenue and Second Street. Community members fear worsening congestion as talks focus on traffic controls and road standards for the winding access route.
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Sabotage suspect found innocent in Navy court martial
Navy fireman Patrick Chien Wells, 22, was acquitted in a morning court martial regarding sabotage aboard an aircraft carrier last July. The panel ruled after a brief closed session, finding no evidence of intent to damage the USS Ranger or its departure for Vietnam.
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Nixon's routines reveal a private, orderly White House life
The profile details President Nixon's casual dress habits, favorite rooms and retreats, exercise, diet, and family routines. It notes his Lincoln Sitting Room retreats, Camp David visits, daily newspaper habits, briefings from Pat Sajak? Sullivan, haircut cadence, purchases after Chicago trip, theater and restaurant outings, and occasional wine and martini preferences.
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Dismissal Tied to AEC Charge Sparks Sacramento Debate
In Sacramento an inquiry probes if the Lawrence Livermore Laboratory ouster of employee Donald P. Geesaman stemmed from alleged suppression of safety information. Assemblyman Warren cited force reductions and program changes as factors, while critics accuse the AEC and related bodies of repressive tactics aimed at silencing dissent about nuclear power safety.
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Scienwad Technlogy Advisory Courer
Mitlee
War
He Alomie Energy Commission
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Nnclean
Werten
Vague Crime Report Notes Regional Homicide Rise
Police officials reported a rise in homicides in May, noting more murders than a year earlier while listing unclear local incidents in San Francisco and surrounding areas. The briefing mentions several cases and compares monthly totals to last year.
East Coast Faces Power Shortage Across States
A heat wave strained the grid as Pennsylvania reported three major plants knocked out, triggering cutbacks from New Jersey to Michigan. Officials urged a 5 percent reduction while Milwaukee reported a peak 237 megawatts as a Toledo transformer outage blacked out a two mile district. The spokesman said demand rose when residents returned home and switched on air conditioners.
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Chicago car thieves target Charlie's vehicle in odd tale
A disjointed report recounts ongoing theft tension around Charlie's car, with references to a supposed $24 fee, two days of possession, and threats of return. Intermittent dialogue hints at a scheme to reclaim the car and fears of repeated losses, with unclear participants and actions.
Watergate figures named in Magruder testimony
Former official Porter testified at the Watergate trial that Magruder warned of indictments for several top aides and Nixon associates. Names mentioned included Mitchell LaRue, Murcian, Haldeman, Strachan, Dean, and Colson. Porter recalled Parkins notes claiming to “play ball.” He denied discussing bugging with any listed individuals.
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Flying lesson ends in death near San Jose airport
Gary Hart, seven, from Millbrae began flying lessons at San Jose Airport with instructor Warren Smith of Los Altos. On his fourth hour, their Cessna 150 spiraled nose first into a orchard four miles southwest of Tracy, killing Hart and Smith. Autopsy to determine if heart attack contributed to the crash. Hart's father said he believed his son had received excellent instruction.
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Hard to protest bias affirmed by district manager
HARD General Manager L A Critzer said today that girls could join some programs if they wished, noting parallel programs exist. The district runs a youth softball league sponsored by South County Softball Association for boys aged 14 through ?. Critics questioned past sponsorship of girls teams and whether equal access was offered.
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Nixon on TV likely to push selective controls
Washington sources say President Nixon will address the nation on television tomorrow to explain new economic policy. He is expected to favor mandatory selective controls rather than an across the board freeze on prices, wages, interest rates, and dividends to curb inflation.
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Reagan to speak at Kennedy High graduation crowd expected
Governor Ronald Reagan will address Kennedy High School graduates at a ceremony in Hyermwd stadium. About 60 cadets may attend as he honors students with a values centered theme. Principal Daryl Talk en said the talk will focus on citizenship, enterprise, and civic responsibility. Ronald Bismann will be valedictorian and Robert Borges salutatorian. the Kennedy Band will perform Original Dixieland Concert.
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Fugitive Vesco Leaves Costa Rica Before Return Request
In San Jose, Costa Rica, Security Minister Fernando Valverde said fugitive Robert Vesco departed the country on June 8. The UPT notes a requested return to face criminal charges, with authorities seeking his extradition.
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