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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Aug 17, 1957

Page

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Nuclear powered aircraft carrier started by Navy

The Navy began construction of its first atomic powered carrier, a 314 million dollar ship at Newport News Shipbuilding. The vessel will displace about 73,000 to 85,000 tons, stretch 1,088 feet, and be powered by eight reactors, enabling long periods between refueling.

Washington Navy Newport News Shipbuilding & Izydork Co Congress Uie Saratoga Ranger Carrers Forrestals U. S&s. Navy Long Beach Quincy, Mass Bethlehem Steel Caspo Wall

Barber sparks joke as Maine judge candidate testifies

Edward I. Gignoux, a four year Portland attorney, tells of a barber shop remark before Senate Judiciary Committee hearing for Maine district judge seat. The barber joked that he didn’t look like a judge, prompting light exchanges about fitness for the federal judgeship.

Washington Edward I. Gignoux Portland Senate Judiciary Committee U.S Maine Senate

Senate OKs 389 Million Atomic Bill

The Senate passed a 389 million dollar atomic energy authorization after nine hours of debate, defeating Administration efforts to curb the program. It includes 46 million for Arco reactor construction, 18 million for a Hanford plutonium reactor, 3 million for plutonium reactor design, and a directive to build five municipal and cooperative reactors, plus a 100 million dollar government indemnity in case of an atomic explosion.

Washington Senate Eisenhower Senate Democrats Arco Tac AEC Hanford Wash Haford AEG

Two Men Die Sentenced For Bar Blast Fire

In Los Angeles a jury found Clyde Bates and Manuel Chavez guilty of the bar blast that killed six. They received the death penalty after a two day deliberation. Manuel Hernandez, 18, was given life imprisonment. The case followed a plan to toss a gasoline container into the bar on a night in April, injuring none but killing six.

Los Angeles Eght Clyde Bates Manuel Chavez New York Manuel Hernandez New York metro-Clun Mecca Politan

Cost of Jobs in the United States

LA CAYS cost of new jobs requires about 512000 in capital for each new position. With a growing population, 1.5 million jobs per year are needed, demanding 18 billion in new capital and further billions to remodel plants. An estimated 40 billion is needed for modernization and replacement of worn-out machinery across the country.

Hoffa Portrayed as Dad of Ghost Unions in Senate Hearing

Senate testimony depicted James R. Hoffa as a centerpiece of alleged phantom union operations. Thomas Hickey, a Teamsters official, claimed Hoffa forces sought to weaken rival factions with racketeers, recounting meetings with Hoffa and Johnny Dio in New York. The session tied the allegations to broader corruption probes involving the Teamsters International and taxi unions.

Washington James R. Hoffa Internnational Teamsters Union Senate Ori Thomas ‘Hickey Teamsters International Hoffa Hickey Teamsters Internationall Dave Beck Din Johnny Dio Dio New York Beck Robert

Trapped Cave Explorers Safe After Flood

Saint Gaudens France Saturday AP eight cave explorers trapped 2000 feet underground by floods crawled to the surface to dawn. They were based at the Coume Ouapdnede grottos and used a field telephone to stay in touch with surface parties.

Saint Gaudens France Thei R Coume Ouapdnede Jean Naiin Pierre Saint Girons Haute Garonne Nalin Andre Nunzi Pierre J. Weider Marseille Pierre Gicquel Gerard F Propgos Fean_ Parent Jacques Fernin Joseph Delteil

Suspected Trio Flees Amid Fire During Police Chase

Suspected trio flee as vice squad officers pursue Friday afternoon. Bruce Johnson, 36, Burlingame, captured after a six block chase on E Queen Blvd. Ned Hoopes, 25, 10845 Paramount Blvd, turned himself in later, still in cuffs. The third man escaped. Johnson and Hoopes posted 1000 bond and were released.

Tivo Bruce Johnson Burlingame E. Qeean Blvd Ned E. Hoopes Pararmint Blvd Hoopes

Quake Jars San Francisco on Friday Night

A brief earthquake shook the western part of San Francisco at 10 25 Friday night. No damage was reported.

San Francisco

Rights Bill Agreement Predicted In Congress

Washington forecasts a civil rights bill passage before adjournment as leaders from both parties express confidence. Speaker Rayburn and Senate Leader Knowland expect terms to be reached, with Rep. Allen and Rep. Celler backing the Senate version and a broad jury trial limit in voting rights cases.

Washington Congress House Senate Rayburn D-Tex Knowland Rcalif Rep Allen Martin R-Mass Rep. Celler D-Ny

Eisenhower seeks Senate repair on foreign aid bill

President Eisenhower met with Sen. Knowland in Washington to restore part of a 809 million dollar cut in the House version of the foreign aid bill. Knowland warned of doubt about restoring the entire reduction but aims for a substantial restore on a bipartisan basis. Senator Smith urged realistic treatment, noting the House slashed funds against guidance from top military and security councils. The White House stated the President’s position is clear and congressional action is not yet concluded. Foreign aid finances the mutual security program supporting weapons for allies and development for friendly nations.

Washington APF Eisenhower Senate House Sen Knowland California Gof Jeader H. Alexander Smith R-Kt Joint Chiefs of Staff National Security Council White House James C. Hagerty United States

Navy to Pick Site for Permanent Naval Hospital in Long Beach

Rep Craig Hosmer urged the Navy to choose a location for a permanent naval hospital in Long Beach. The item notes page references and sports section teaser about the Washington Redskins game coverage.

Craig Hosmer Navy Naval Hospital Long Beach

Newsgirl Drafted in Star Role at Confidential Trial

Los Angeles reports detail a sensational trial scene at Grauman's Chinese Theater where Miss O'Hara posed with a film producer witness. James Craig, an independent producer, observed as Miss Belser filled in for the role amid allegations of blackmail involving Mrs. Marjorie Meade and a controversial Confidential article.

Fred Meade Marjorie Paul Gregory Los Angeles Maureen O'Hara Miss O'Hara James Craig London Arthur J. Crowley Crowley INS Lee Belser Grauman Craig Miss Belser Gregory Meade Frascati Sunset Strip

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