Coroner Jury Rules Police Killing of Young Medic Accidental
A coroner jury in Los Angeles ruled that Gardena Policeman Ronald P. Bruce accidental fired his service revolver during a high speed chase that killed 29 year old David A. Hodgson a resident physician at Los Angeles County USC Medical Center The 5 2 verdict found no intent to kill Hodgson who had refused to stop his cycle before the gun fired as Bruce attempted to uncock it The hearing also disclosed toxicology showing methamphetamine and amphetamine in Hodgsons blood and urine with witnesses detailing prior psychiatric hospitalizations tied to drug use The case notes Hodgson was nine months into the Medical Center assignment and mother Esther Hodgson described his imminent completion of training and plans for private practice
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Gas main break forces evacuation in Monterey Park
A street excavation collapsed Monday breaking a gas main and prompting the evacuation of ten homes in Monterey Park. Los Angeles County firefighters reported the incident and coordinated safety measures.
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Evacuation Conducted Safely as Precaution
Ten homes were evacuated as a precaution after reports of a possible danger, but officials stated there was no danger of an explosion and the move was precautionary.
School Financing Plea to Reagan
Los Angeles Board of Education urged Gov. Ronald Reagan to convene a special legislative session to reform school financing after a citywide teachers strike. Supt. Jack Crowther backed the move as teachers demanded higher salaries and improved funding. the resolution passed 5-2.
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Dodgers and Angels seek young batboys amid keen competition
Dodgers hire two batboys and two ballboys with a minimum 17 age for stadium roles while Angels recruit batboys at 15. Fred Claire notes many applications and limited openings. Applicants should write to Dodger Stadium or Anaheim Stadium managers.
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Boy Hurt When Chimney Collapses During Removal
A 15-year-old Carson boy was seriously hurt Monday when a fireplace and chimney being removed collapsed. Deputies said he was pulled from beneath debris by a county fire rescue squad. No other details confirmed.
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