Douglas to Build DC9 Jet Amid Boeing DAC Rivalry
Douglas Plans DC9 jet production to challenge BAC for U S short haul market. The program anticipates 550 engineers and 1200 tooling workers over two years, with first flight soon and a decade of activity. Estimated air spend exceeds 1 billion, benefiting California’s Bay Area and South regions.
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Barbershop Quartet Show Scheduled in Downey
The Barbershop Quartet Club of Downey will present a show on April 17 at 7 p.m. at the North American Aviation recreational center, 12145 Woodruff Ave. The event is free to the public and open to anyone interested in barbershop singing, sponsored by NAA.
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Laos Under Red Offensive Amid Civil War Fears
Diplomatic reports warn that a Communist victory in Laos could draw in China and North Vietnam. Buddhist funeral rites were held for Quinim Phoisenais after his assassination. Fighting near the Plain of Jars risks escalation if Phoumi sends reinforcements to Kong Le, with casualties estimated up to 130 killed and many wounded.
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Navy weighs more nuclear powered ships in future plans
Navy officials told Congress that nuclear powered surface ships may allow fewer hulls without raising costs. Only three ships currently have A power, Enterprise Long Beach and Bainbridge. They argue 15 attack carriers and troop transports require sustained combat presence, with conversion costs rising about 60 million per ship and a Pentagon grant of 310 million pending study.
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De Gaulle Moves for Unity in SEATO Meetings
De Gaulle urges unity as France seeks fuller cooperation in SEATO peace efforts. A 70 minute session with Rusk was described as relaxed and friendly, with talks covering Cubs and NATO nuclear force. Home and Couve de Murville met amid strained Paris London ties over the European Common Market veto. The 25 minute exchange was cool yet significant as Pompidou opened SEATO with a cautious approach.
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Paris
Fire destroys long-abandoned San Pedro house
Firefighters battled a blaze at 320 Shouse Palos Verdes Street in San Pedro causing 81,900 in damage. The fire damaged an empty, long-abandoned residence reported to be in poor condition. Cause not determined after four companies responded.
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Palos Verdes St. San Pedro
D. Si
Mielsen
Aunt Bert's Soup Kitchen Reintroduces Homemade Soup Bowls
For years the traditional homemade soup has faded behind canned varieties. Aunt Bert's Soup Kitchen offers a nostalgic revival of big, hearty bowls with farm fresh vegetables meats and condiments, served with green salad and a choice of breads.
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