Major quake hits Tonga region in South Pacific
A major earthquake was recorded today in the sparsely populated Tonga area of the South Pacific. NES geophysicist Waverly Person said the quake registered 7.2 on the Richter scale at 5:09 am POT, with epicenter about 660 miles south of Samoa.
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Opponents gain ally in toll hike fight in Fremont
Fremont opponents of the July 1 transbay toll increase gain Assemblyman Tom Bales from Doakland as a supporter of Senate Bill 24 to roll back tolls next January 1. Bales cites management and financing concerns and backs a August committee hearing stance. The tolls rise to 70 cents on the Hayward San Mateo and Dumbarton bridges and 7 cents from 30 on the San Francisco Oakland Bay Bridge.
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Woman robs Castro Valley Savings Bank of about $2000
A woman between 20 and 25 wearing dark glasses and a wig robbed World Savings and Loan at 3900 East Castro Valley Boulevard yesterday around 2:45 p.m. She handed a teller a note stating a gun was in her purse and collected cash, then left calmly. deputies described the suspect’s actions and slowed escape.
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Workaholic syndrome linked to overwork illness risk
Washington report cites Dr John M Rhoads of Duke University Medical Center noting overwork can trigger fatigue sleep disturbances concentration memory lapses and mood issues. He warns open ended jobs without clear hours may cause heart attack brain disorders and burnout.
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Park tied to bribery plot and KCIA ties questioned
Investigators probe whether Park acted as a KCIA agent while a Washington social figure and exporter. A House subcommittee chaired by Rep. Fraser seeks evidence of government influence campaigns by KCIA links and other means. In Morris Plains Karen Quinlan remains gravely ill after two years in coma as parents vigil.
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B Street mall cost estimate soars in Hayward plan
City officials say the B Street esplanade budget has risen by 178 659 over two weeks with total cost now about 790 659. The increase follows detailed architectural plans revealing greater complexity and potential variants including a 55 000 clock tower removal.
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Fremont approves funds for police building tennis courts center
Fremont city council approved 9843 million in federal public works money for finishing the police building top floor 239000 adding 12 tennis courts 179000 and a 550000 community center in Centerville Community Park The panel rejected expanding Lake Elizabeth and Central Park East projects and faced a funding deadline with Councilman Leon Mezzetti supporting non lake items to avoid extra city funds.
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Eisenhower Romance Rumors Prompt Family Rebuttal
The Eisenhower family disputes allegations of a romance with Mise Summersby. A Times report notes a rebuttal prepared by John Eisenhower with support from Dwight Eisenhower’s brother and son. The memoirs by Summersby and Mrs Strummersby fueled the dispute amid biographical works and a TV script draft.
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District approves salary hikes and school program cuts
The district approves salary increases totaling 550000 for regular employees while projecting a 342006 expense reduction next year. A 60000 savings comes from laying off three teachers. Unassigned list teachers totaling 240000 plus a junior high reserve for three positions, plus 240000 for unfilled retirements and resignations, highlight the budget. A 100000 reserve for 1978 79 and a preferred 179267 for 77 78 are planned. The board backs restoring high school music and drama programs amid staffing changes for Muir San Leandro and Pacific High School with new assignments and a pre dawn bands class to avoid more positions. Trustees push equal music and drama offerings across junior and senior highs.
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Hayward City Council approves foot patrol funded budget
Hayward approves a $17.55 million budget tied to a 1.44 tax rate with a $.61 million addition for downtown foot patrols. Two patrolmen will be hired as part of the increase to boost shopper safety and downtown business, despite expectations of only a modest crime impact. Homeowners facing higher city taxes due to higher assessments see a rise from $119.21 to about $134.64.
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Profit takers push stocks lower in midweek trading
Profit takers cashed in on recent gains as the Dow Jones average slipped about two points to 924.61 in early trading. The move followed a Labor Department CPI report showing May inflation at a 7.2 percent annual rate, down from 9.6 percent in April, dimming hopes for faster gains.
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Zamwalt family to visit China for three weeks
Retired Admiral Elmer Zamwalt Jr. and his wife with two daughters plan a three week visit to China as guests of the Chinese government. He said the trip follows an invitation from the Chinese minister of foreign affairs and will depart Monday from Virginia.
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Police blotter reports several robberies and reimbursements
Sout County blotter notes agencies repaid fines after robberies. A vehicle belonging to George K.seckian on Mating Boulevard was found with $10 stolen from a car yesterday parked near Dr. Jess Bromley’s residence. A second entry cites a break in on Werey omen and a furniture claim at 41535 Staten Promk.
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