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Newspaper
Daily Review
Location
Hayward, California, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1962
Page
2
Poetic fragment drenched in imagery of lighting and trees. A narrator envisions hanging warm lights during long nights to remind people that hope can glow on earth through night and snow, invoking distant desert imagery and festive spirit.
Hollywood AP reports British born actor Charles Laughton was laid to rest on American soil. During his final illness he published four books of writings about the United States, introducing each passage with personal comments reflecting his affection for his adopted country.
Washington report says in 16 months overseas four Peace Corps volunteers have died and 74 returned home. A total of 3,612 serve abroad in 38 countries and 862 are in training. Reasons include medical issues and failure to adjust to work or living conditions.
Milan Mary reports a court ruling allowing Don Jaime de Borbon to keep jewels he gave his ex wife as a wedding gift. The Spanish nobleman had sought return of the gems for ten years, claiming they should belong to the crown. The ex wife Vittoria de Dampierre stated the jewels were agreed to pass to their sons Alfonso and Carlota when they come of age.
The United States Atomic Energy Commission reports Russia touched off intermediate yield nuclear blasts in the atmosphere over its Novaya Zemlya test center in the Arctic. The explosions are part of Russia’s current series of tests and followed warnings issued by Moscow.
Beverly Hills report states actor Dick Powell shows no terminal prognosis though still ill. Dr. John C. Sharpe says Powell’s condition fluctuates and cobalt therapy has not halted cancer, with IV treatment ongoing. Powell and Alice Jung Allyson recently moved to a Wilshire Boulevard apartment.
Sacramento AP The Assembly Committee on Manufacturing Oil and Mining Industry cannot explain why gas price wars occur. In a 1962 report the committee urges further study of the price situation, but opposes new laws. It notes major oil firms likely control retail gasoline prices yet finds no conclusive proof of collusion or price fixing. The panel also sees little industry dispute over independents charging very low prices. The report warns price wars may hurt retailers and the public.
A chaotic fire at Schnoo's Zoo triggers heroism as Mr. Schnoo and Santa evade danger. Monkeys flood the yard while llamas and a Roent deer leap from flames. The Deer express arrives to rescue, guiding staff and animals to safety.
A London magistrate advised a 22 year old man who tried to jump from a moving train not to chase buses or gigs as another chance will come. Derek Scurry admitted attempting the escape after his fiancée ended their engagement. a brakeman halted the train in time. The magistrate, T J Davis, also fined Scurry.
Detroit AP report says Michigan's first Republican governor in 14 years will wear his wife's chosen gown to the January 2 inaugural ball. Mrs Leonore Romney described the dress as blush or chili as the couple prepared for the election year transition.
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