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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Apr 18, 1967

Page

4

Speck Moved to Chicago Death Row 22 Steps From Chair

Richard Speck, convicted slayer of eight nurses, was moved to a death row cell in Cook County jail, merely 22 steps from the electric chair. He told a guard he felt "we come back home" as he was returned from Peoria after a 24 hour transit, with defense plans for insanity plea. Two sailors drowned near the Faroe Islands when Pi Cuomo submarine PiCuda mishap, bodies recovered five hours later.

Chicago UPS Richard Franklin Speck Cook County Walter Zelensky Speck Peoria Fred Finkbiner Leck Gerald Getty Chicago Daily News Getty

Doctor Says Mrs Coppolino Died In Suspected Drug Death

Naples Florida. An expert anesthesiologist testified that if Carmella Coppolino was killed with the exotic drug state claims was used she died a horrible death aware of the murder and powerless to do anything. Dr. Maz zia said a toxic injection would leave the victim totally paralyzed and unable to resist. He said death would be painful and similar to suffocation.

Naples Fla UPI Carmella Coppolino Valentino D. G. Mazzia Department of Mazzia

Senate OKs L B School Tax

The Senate unanimously approved a bill allowing Long Beach Unified School District to keep the 10 cent fire safety tax override to fund replacing 200 quake unsafe classrooms. Sen Joseph M Kenrick introduced the measure at the district’s request.

Sacramento Senate Assembly Long Beach Unified Joseph M. Kenrick Long Beach

Admissibility Debate Over Previous Medical Testimony

A lengthy debate focused on whether prior medical testimony should be admitted. Proponents argued relevance and reliability, while opponents warned of prejudice and confusion, urging strict evidentiary standards. The discussion highlighted legal strategies and potential impacts on the trial timeline.

Alleged Drug Find In Mrs Coppolino’s Brain

Report notes an alleged discovery of a drug in Mrs Coppolino’s brain. Details remain sparse with no official statements or corroborating medical records provided. Further verification is pending from authorities and medical examiners.

El Paso Natural Gas Says California Prices Hit Lows

El Paso Natural Gas emphasizes its position as the state’s lowest priced supplier. The note highlights lower natural gas costs for California residents as the market shifts.

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