Transit fare hikes eyed for BART and Bay Area systems
California legislative analysts urge BART fares up 39 percent and extend a half percent sales tax to fund deficits through 1979-80. AC Transit and Muni fares would rise, and a six tenths of one percent motor vehicle tax in Alameda, Contra Costa, and San Francisco counties is proposed to cover operating losses and fund extensions.
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Suburban Fire Ravages California Canyon Homes
Glendale residents face a fast moving brush fire near La Crescenta in the Angeles National Forest. Firefighters evacuate families to Red Cross centers as flames destroy lines and threaten homes, with residents recalling the nightmarish sight and sounds of the blaze.
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Lisbon faces coup as paratroops seize bases and declare emergency
Portuguese troops seize four major air bases in Lisbon and imprison senior officers in a leftist revolt. President Francisco da Costa Gomes declares a state of emergency and takes personal command in the Lisbon area. Public meetings banned and media censored as rebel units gain support. initial reports of gunfire at leftist civilians remain unconfirmed.
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Skies Set To Stay Fair In South County
Skies will remain fair in South County through tomorrow. Afternoon highs reach mid to upper 70s with cooler evenings. Mild temperatures continue, with upper 60s to low 70s likely at night. More weather details continue on page 23.
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Duck survives freezer misadventure on Slidell roof
Warren Stovall shot two ducks at dawn on Saturday and froze them to have mounted by Monday. A live drake later escaped from the freezer, flapping around the roof after being found to still be alive. Mrs. Stovall nursed the stunned bird and took it to a veterinarian who confirmed its survival due to natural insulation. The couple decided to donate the duck to a local duck breeder.
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Higher standard of living forecast for 1980
Brookings economist Charles L. Schultze projects real income rising 1 1 to 1 7 percent above 1953 levels by 1980, with a likely $1 400 gain in median family income after inflation. He cautions the pace will depend on the economy and spending patterns, but the trend aims for a notably higher standard of living in the next four years.
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Fremont considers ordinances banning topless poker parlors
City officials weigh restrictions amid concerns about topless venues, crime, and disorder surrounding card rooms. A Bay Area survey links increased assaults and theft to parlors, prompting council to act to curb illegal profit and preserve neighborhood safety.
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City manager selection announced amid leadership reshuffle
The city announced new appointments including Bark Murphy taking a senior role and Sophie Ted to lead the department. Weeks adie and Wandelt were named to key posts as the council praised youth development and training as central to the city’s plans.
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