Strike Threat Over BART Could Shut Down Bay Area
A threatened walkout by two unions at BART looms, with a possible 8 p.m. start tomorrow or Monday. About 1,100 employees could be affected as wage equalization disputes halt operations including trains and electrification work.
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Woman Found Shot to Death in Livermore Bungalow
Dorothy Grisel, 43, was found shot in her Livermore bungalow on Ruby and Trager Court. Deputies say a 25 caliber pistol was found on a desk and no clear murder motive is yet established. neighbor Selby Noland reported the shooting and an argument preceded the death. Grisel had cancer and had seen a doctor yesterday.
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Noman
Livermore Ruby and Trager Court
Sheriff's Department
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Cage
Ltugene Saper
Pearl Chesser
Noland
Mrs. Grisel
Crown estate left to 3 women in will on file
Assemblyman Robert Crown leaves his Berkeley friend Miss Helen Willson and two San Francisco gyms bequests from an estate over $10,000. The will names Helen R. Chaim and Lalus S. Commons as aunts, with Crown described as a bachelor and a longtime friend. The news notes an earlier Alameda Democrat member was killed by an auto.
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UPL
Robert Crown
Superior Court
San Francisco
Berkeley
Helen MM. Willson
Crown
Ala- Theda Democrat
Helen R. Chaim
Lalus
Commons
Maltester and Vogt File to Seek Crown Seat in Mil District
San Leandro mayor Jack Maltester and attorney Edward Vogt become official candidates for the special election to fill Assembly District Crown's seat after the death of Assemblyman Robert Grown. Democrats filed papers. other entrants include William Lockyer and William McGill. The district covers San Leandro San Lorenzo Alameda and parts of Oakland with filing deadlines imminent.
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Jack Maltester
Edward Vogt
Robert Grown
Mil Assembly
Douk
Dem
William Lockyer
William McCill
Alameda
Crown
San Lorenzo
Oakland
Ground broken for $73 million Bay District sewage project
Oakland officials break ground on a $73 million sewage treatment project by the Last Bay Municipal Utility District. A pilot water recycling plant aims to yield large volumes of clear water daily for plant use and industrial use later, with most funding from federal and state governments. The district serves 60,000 people with water and sewage in northern Alameda County and parts of South County.
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Stile
Alaeda County
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Explosion Destroys Garage in San Lorenzo Home
A garage at Ellis Allen Jr. 17324 Via Julie collapsed in a fire yesterday afternoon in San Lorenzo. Firefighters arrived around 4 40 pm and extinguished a blaze after removing wooden shingles to stop spread. No injuries reported to Allen’s wife who was home during the explosion. The garage contents and house sustained smoke and fire damage.
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San Tarenzo
San Latenao
Ellis Allen Jr
Julie
Allen
Percy
Old actor slays wife then dies by own hand
In Los Angeles a 12 year old Untain actor and his 7 year old wife from Mack Serine era were found dead in a home filled with Hollywood memorabilia. Police said despondent James Avn Strang shot his wife and killed himself after blaming illness in his will. A nurse found the bodies. a note cited suffering and health. The home contained relics from early Hollywood.
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UPT
James Avnstrang
Hiisel
Win
Arty Strong
Hollywood
Gas stations trim hours as shortages hit drivers
In San Leandro the Shell station on 11th Avenue and the Nimita Freeway halted 24 hour service. Stations report more stranded motorists seeking gas for out of gas autos. An Exxon attendant noted four or five pedestrians nightly asking for jerry cans. Police may offer rides only when arresting suspects due to insurance rules. a rare exception exists.
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Soviet leader Brezhnev and Nixon in Aspen discuss arms
Brezhnev and Nixon, accompanied by an interpreter, walk near Aspen and issue a joint show of camaraderie. They hint at forthcoming arms talks and a shift toward broader trade talks, with negotiators aiming to limit nuclear arm quantities and replace earlier SALT agreements.
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Brezhnev
Nixon
Cozy Camp David tale mocks Cold War humor
AP reports playful social notes from the Camp David summit where Brezhnev is seen in a Lincoln Continental given by the President as Nixon travels with the Russian leader. The piece recalls car gifts and mixed reactions in Thurmont as locals react to Soviet visitors and a transformed town theater.
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Ford Mntey Co
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Desert heat headache as Borrego warns on wildfires
Borrego Springs officials warn that rising temperatures and gusty winds threaten wildfires in the Anzo Borrego Desert State Park area. A park spokesman said heat worsens danger as animals seek shade and ground fuels dry, prompting heightened patrols and public cautions.
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Security Council endorses East and West Germany UN membership
The United Nations Security Council unanimously recommended East and West Germany for UN membership. The closed session of the reviewing committee approved the move, to be considered at an open meeting for final approval Friday. General Assembly action is required for admission.
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Security Council
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West Germany
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Far East
General Assembly
Yadav
Connell
Apeak
Yakov AL Malik
Counell
Hane
Fhe Cannell
Awa
Open campus policy to continue in Fremont high schools
Fremont trustees vote to extend the open campus lunch policy next year, after a committee praised student behavior and urged review in May. The panel noted complaints near Irvington High and Washington Williamson schools but found issues similar before and after school.
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Gwen
Fremont High
Mexican Square
Irvington High School
Parkmont Village
Washington and Williamson High Schools
Inflation cools as prices ease 0.1 percent in May
Consumer price data show May index up 1.5 percent year over year while food costs rise 3 percent at grocery stores. BLS notes earnings lag behind inflation with purchasing power down 0.5 percent last month as services and nonfood items contribute to overall gains.
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Labor Department
Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Prive
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Apair
Airport fencework and repairs spark mixed attendance at council meeting
At a Hayward meeting on airport upgrades councilman John Pappas questioned inflation impact while City Manager William Wanley said airport income should rise with currency inflation. Plans include restroom upgrades and multifile fencing to reduce noise and improve safety amid neighbor opposition from San Lorenzo Village. Two pilots attended asking about available tarmac space. work awaits council approval.
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Maninort
Sa Loretian
Ort
Lsnce
San Lorenzo
Let Night
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