San Francisco Earthquake Disrupts City and Bay Area
A powerful quake rocked the Bay Area causing evacuations from San Francisco to Watsonville and Sacramento. The Golden Gate Bridge bucked like a bronco while skyscrapers swayed. Pupils and workers fled, damage included toppled water heaters, smashed store windows, and a collapsed footbridge at Lake Merced.
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San Francisco quake damages visible at State College
San Francisco State College buildings bore the brunt of the Friday quake as the three story library suffered cracks and books toppled while other campus structures showed heavy damage. Officials reported hundreds of office windows shattered and scores of minor injuries among students.
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Ceylon seeks expert for public services post
Colombo invites a United States or British Commonwealth professional to lead public services. Eleven embassies have been asked to screen suitable candidates and report back on potential hires.
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San Andreas Fault Blamed for San Francisco Quake
Seismologists said San Andreas fault caused Friday's strong earthquake, echoing the 1906 disaster. UC's Dr. Perry Byerly noted ongoing slipping since 1906 and explained Richter scale basics, with fatalities and massive damage from the 1906 quake and ensuing fires.
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