11 Apr 1961
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Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1961
Page
1
LAC argues high education costs stem from government textbook printing. Hearing revealed state overrun prints exceed orders by up to 21 percent, with thousands burned. Critics say privatization would curb waste and boost efficiency, urging government retreat from such enterprises.
West Palm Beach Florida Floyd Holzapfel, linked to the Chillingworth murder plot, has his death sentence postponed as court hears testimony from Ross Anderson before ruling. Holzapfel confessed to disposing the Chillingworths at sea and was a key witness against Joseph Peledro, with jurors having recommended life imprisonment for Peel.
A California Republican urged Richard Nixon to run for governor in 1962, arguing it would not rule him out for the 1964 presidency. Casper Weinberger said a 1962 gubernatorial bid could attract Democratic votes and show Nixon's political strength.
Fire at Brentwood Hotel 2439 FE Anaheim St in Long Beach routed 12 guests from a two story building. Damage confined to furnishings and walls in Alvin L Bliss room. No injuries. Firemen evacuated all 18 guests as flames were extinguished before everyone fled. Cigarette blamed for starting blaze in mattress before 3 58 am.
Graham Bros of El Monte filed a 1.7 million claim against the Long Beach Harbor Department over a pier construction contract from July 1958. Charles Vickers said some items are foolish or immaterial, while Hoffmaster noted delays and material delivery issues.
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