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Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1958
Page
1
CBS technicians end a 12 day strike by a 7 to 4 vote in eight cities. The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers says a new contract gives weekly pay of 185.50 retroactive to Feb 1 and 190 weekly from Aug 1959. The wage changes mark the end of a lengthy labor action at the network.
The State Department accused Czechoslovakia of framing American consul Joseph R. Jacyno as an espionage suspect. Washington alleged the diplomat merely lent recordings of American music to a Czech friend before being ousted from Prague.
A man shot and killed his eight year old nephew Rex Staten in Bell while playing cow boy and Indian. The uncle Howard Dunn faced manslaughter suspicion after the grandfather believed the gun was unloaded. Police reported the weapon discharged when Dunn pointed it at the boy. Rex was hit in the neck. The case involves Dunn fleeing to seek help then returning to police. Authorities note the grandfather had removed a magazine, thinking the gun unloaded, before handing it to Dunn.
A historic open to major league baseball in Southern California drew a massive crowd as Dodgers and Giants debuted before 78,382 fans. Mayor Norris Poulson and Mayor George Christopher attended as two rookies struggled early, while Dodger GM Bavasi noted the attendance fell short of hopes for 90,000.
A Dallas family digging under their house uncovered a stone chest and relics while marine scientists explore a peculiar 2-D ghost species project. Page A-3 notes bets on the find and the ongoing investigation into what lurks beneath.
Malibu Canyon Road remains closed past 9 Friday night due to a breakdown in mechanical equipment and road crews. Officials expect the road to reopen today as congestion grows in the area.
A scrambled game recap mentions Davenport and Lightfoot amid a 6-5 inning, with Davenport rounding the bases and a boastful crowd in stands. The fragment hints at an emotional moment and a close finish, referencing an Oscar theme and odd talk around the Dodgers game.
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