Sikorsky H61 Rotor Failure Grounded LA Helicopter Service
National Transportation Safety Board faulted a spindle fatigue in Sikorsky S-61 rotors after the Compton crash killing 21. Los Angeles Airways halted all routes until further notice and will inspect all spindle units. Investigators found the blade detached with no sign of passenger or crew negligence.
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Forty two new deputies graduate from Sheriff’s Academy
Los Angeles officials honor 42 graduates including 24 municipal officers and three Marines at the Sheriff’s Academy ceremony led by Sheriff Peter J. Pitchess. The 16 week program included 800 hours of instruction plus 100 hours of field training in patrol duties and radio operations.
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Peter J. Pitchess
Board of Supervisors
Rafferty urges Cranston to debate in California race
Los Angeles UPI Dr Max Rafferty California state superintendent urged Democratic Senate hopeful Alan Cranston to join him in statewide debates. Rafferty noted two telegrams seeking a TV debate format drew no reply and said Cranston should meet his opponent eyeball to eyeball. He spoke at a news conference before a Rafferty fundraising dinner headlined by Governor Reagan.
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UPI
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Thomas Kuchel
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George Murphy
Calif
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Richard M. Nixon
Expanded helicopter patrols cover Downey and Whittier
Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department air patrols Downey and Whittier under the Argus program joining Norwalk Pico Rivera La Mirada Santa Fe Springs Bell Gardens and Commerce in expanded contract police air coverage. Lakewood and nearby cities previously led the Sky Knight helicopter patrol effort.
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Pico Rivera
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Santa Fe Springs
Bell Gardens
Commerce
Lakewood
Fun Furs to Full Length Mink Sale in Classified Ads
Bargain prices listed for full length mink offerings in the classifieds. Readers urged to check the ad for details on availability and pricing.
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