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Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1960
Page
4
Editorial notes that California, Nixon's native state, could decide the presidential race. It outlines Nixon’s strong bid with Republicans, the uncertain labor of moderate and liberal Democrats, and the need for a hard campaign to win California amid shifting voter attitudes and new residents.
The Board of Education seeks budget cuts to avoid a school tax increase while noting a favorable tax climate attracts industry. Experts compare tax climates to decide factory locations, and Long Beach has attracted major industries by maintaining an excellent school system with a modest tax rate.
City logs show ambulance arrived five minutes after the call, not 45. Police received the emergency at 2:27, responded at 2:28, and the victim was dead on arrival at 2:40, with the entire report-to-hospital time totaling 13 minutes. Critics question broader charges against the private service.
Ray Tucker’s column notes South Carolinians disagree with the Democratic platform’s civil rights stance. Hobbling loyalties and calls for an independent slate rise as Horally the party debates loyalties while Hollings lists gains for Southerners including TV access and a Southern vice presidential nominee.
A columnist contends Nixon and Kennedy share youthful energy, strong organizing skill, and relentless ambition. It notes religious contrasts, willingness to sacrifice, and a common drive shaping U.S. policy and rhetoric, hinting at future revolutionary changes tied to their ideas.
Sydney J. Harris denounces rubberneckers who crowd accident scenes for voyeuristic novelty. He argues they hinder rescue, insult victims, and resemble ancient plebs at public spectacles, urging authorities to act with minimal interference unless help is possible.
A letter to voters praises Democratic Congress and President Eisenhower’s convention remarks. It urges backing Kennedy in November and advancing to pass more bills, signed by Willard Rueb of Downey, and notes obituaries for Herb King.
Current files of The Independent are maintained at offices including New York Fifth Avenue Chicago Wrigley Building Detroit Penobscot Building Minneapolis 202 Fashay Tower Los Angeles 3247 W S nth San Francisco Sutter St Washington News Bureau Albee Building.
Long Beach firemen reported for duty with the 45 and Air Force Reserve Wing while two more expected orders this week. Oil derricks on city property in the port district vanish for cargo storage demand, a novel oil development move. Autos to be built at the Long Beach Ford plant may include aircraft parts and direct exports to the Orient. Presidents Eisenhower and Kennedy comment on freedom and political repair, while a California motorist recounts a canyon ordeal with lizards and dry ice cream.
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