Man Dies Crossing Train Tracks In Union City
Donald J. Silva, 44, of Pleasanton, killed when his pickup crossed the Southern Pacific tracks at Smith Street as crossing gates and lights were active. Police say the rain and speed of the train contributed. engineer could not stop. Conductor C. C. Fisher confirmed the car crossed in front of the engine.
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All Avenue
Suspected serial robber linked to Standale liquor raid
Fremont police say a slender well groomed suspect who fled with 300 dollars from a Standale liquor store Saturday is tied to four South County robberies. He is accused of hitting a San Leandro wig shop a Gayward fry cleaning shop on June 4 before targeting the Standale store the same day and a Hayward health shop the next day.
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Stolen Graphic Photos Reported From Home
Mrs Elizabeth Jones reported 40 black and white graphic photographs missing from her home after an unlocked window entry. Police said a sewing machine a silver wedding ring 4200 men s calendar watch and two hooks of bank checks were also taken. The theft came to light after a neighborhood chat.
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Hayward Earthquake Shakes California State Uni Hayward
An earthquake measuring about 3 on the Richter scale struck Hayward and was felt mainly on the top floors of the California State University Hayward administration tower. Workers reported a sharp jolt that rattled windows and cabinets but caused no damage.
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BART to start San Francisco service after system upgrades
BART expects to begin running trains to San Francisco this September after nine to thirty-two car changes and improved safety systems, subject to Public Utilities Commission approval. A contract dispute over extra costs could delay the timeline, with a goal of Sept. 1 improvements to meet the PUC.
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Stans Link to Watergate Faces Senate Inquiry
Stans testified on July 28 1971 about a million dollar discretionary fund in the Commerce Department used for activities benefiting the Presidents reelection He denied prior knowledge of the wire tapping and prepared to discuss the plan with other Cabinet officers as recalled in a confidential memo. Magruder Hunt and Dean were also in focus as investigators pursued high level involvement in the Watergate scandal.
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Year around school proposal prompts budget cuts and study
Newark trustees consider a 100000 cut in the district budget tied to a year around school plan. The Year Around School Council urges a broad community survey after limited turnout limited its study. Superintendent Thomas backs further study to gauge public sentiment before decisions.
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Fire damages vacant Newark home on Birkdale Drive
A fire damaged a vacant house at 7460 Birkdale Drive in Newark last night. Windsor Realty Co. owns the property. the Newark Fire Department responded to a 10 80 call and extinguished most of the blaze. Damages are estimated at 1400 and the cause has been determined.
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Mount Diablo hillside blaze near Chalice Rock reported
Reports from Danville indicate a wildfire on the Mt Diablo area near Chalice Rock with the fire fed by dry grass and brush. Fire crews work as winds push flames along ridges and sandstone outcrops.
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Council backs more park money amid revenue-sharing approvals
The council earmarked about 242000 for park improvements without specifying exact projects. They also approved roughly 59000 for North Gate Park parcels and 20090 for Top Holm police and city building work, plus funds for detention facility upgrades, emergency communications, aerial ladder, Driscoll Road work, Lake Elizabeth bike path, and other projects.
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Texaco sued in antitrust case over gasoline supply
A federal suit claims Texaco and supplier Coastal States conspired to limit independent gasoline suppliers. The complaint alleges a strategy to cut competition by restricting shipments and controlling refining and marketing, with Texaco stating a planned increase to 7 percent of Coastal States' supply by year end. A Coastal States spokesman in Houston said the company views the case as unfounded.
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Nixon to unveil anti inflation plan
President Nixon plans a price central program with possible export controls to ease shortages and slow price rises. Officials expect actions against steel and copper price increases while loosening rules for government approval of large company price boosts.
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Lawrence Lab explores fusion research and funding cuts
Lawrence Livermore Lab officials discuss shifts in funding and emphasis away from fusion and weapons research toward other areas such as biomedicine and CTR. They note potential growth in alternative areas while maintaining safety studies and open research, with questions about reactor safety and communications within the lab.
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