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Subways Bring Washington Faster Travel and Frustrations
A 1976 report recalls Washington DC’s new Metro opening five miles of track with 23 miles planned, facing 14 percent fare equipment outages and a completion date pushed to 1984. Riders like Debbie Stutz praise speed and convenience while transit officials warn of revenue loss from unreliable fare systems.
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