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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Dec 05, 1957

Page

2

Iowans and Texans in corn yield gag and hypnotic trance tale

A mixed clipping features a gag photo claiming Iowa and Texas lag in corn yields with Joe Morgan and his father T R Morgen from Missouri in the Missouri Farmers Association contest. It also reports on Norah Hughes of East Gary Indiana recalling a long hypnosis period and a hush hush Air Force advisory board meeting at San Marcos Hotel Chandler Arizona with a press blackout.

Bill Shelton Joe Morgan Columbia Joe T. R. Morgen Missouri Farmers’ ‘Association San Marcos Chandler Ariz Air Force Scientific Advisory Board James H. Doolittle Associated Press

Simpson Endorsed by Superintendents for Reelection

The article reports Roy E. Simpson endorsed by state and county superintendents for reelection as state superintendent of public instruction. It notes his nonpartisan election since 1943, with three terms won, and includes high and low tides data and local ad lines.

United States Weather Bureau Sacramento Leach California Asam Los Angeles Omaha Cas Vegas Phoenix San VeGne Earsi Roy E. Ghizage Simpson State Cievaland Jaeer Peut

Independent Local News Miscellany and Notices

An archival notice page from the Independent daily, Long Beach California, dated 1943 1944 includes postal matter details sixth street and pine avenue filing as second class matter, adjudicated by the Los Angeles Superior Court in October 1944 under Decrees No C-10280 and carrier delivery charges listed per month year and single copy pricing details.

Sixth St Pine Ave Long Beach 12 Calif Long Beach 13 Superior Court Los Angeles County Mallaveremmen

Distressed Freighter Now OK and Park Plans Approved

A Hawaii coast article notes the Greek freighter Chandris Margarita, 483 miles west of Honolulu, was believed to be able to proceed under its own power after weather relief. The Honolulu Park Commission approved a long range development plan costing five million dollars over ten years for El Dorado Park area improvements and recreation features. A Navy vessel aided the disabled ship near the island chain after heavy seas and winds from hurricane Nina, with details about planning and city council transmission. The milepost mentions Kobe, Japan, and a West-Southwest course. Submissions to the Planning Commission are to follow. The strike threat to subway motormen in New York was deferred. operations continued normally.

Honolulu Monroe Long Beach Margarita Chandris Gallern Milton B. Arthur Here Meainland Coast Guard Chandris Park Kobe Japan Donald D. Ohert Hawaiian Islands Navy Rainier Navy Recreation San Gabriel River Spring and Stearns Sts

New Highway Pushed to Link Gulf Circuit in Mexico

Mexico City officials plan to complete the Gulf circuit highway linking Mata Moro on the Texas border to the Yucatan Peninsula by midyear. The project aims to improve regional transport, connect major ports, and boost commerce across Gulf states.

Mexico City Mexico Matamoro Texas Yucatan Peninsula

Jurors Reject Murder Charge in Santa Monica Slaying

A Santa Monica jury found Charles Lee Guy III guilty of voluntary manslaughter in the August motel killing of 45 year old Hollywood executive Guy F. Roberts. The five week trial featured family turmoil and a defense of innocence by the defendant and his father. A judge will hear arguments for a new trial on December 30.

Santa Monica Charles Lee Guy Charles Lee Guy Jr Guy Roberts William Miles Gan Miles Tijuana Mex Lakewood Medical Center Kiled Roberts Ave Hardwick St David N Fitts Frem Miller and Kite Carter

Drilling Leases Signed North of Ana on Flood Plain

Fragmentary report indicates leases are being signed for drilling activity north of Ana, with mention of blocking and sound ground in ongoing efforts. Further details and precise locations are unclear due to damaged text.

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Guilty Verdict in Arson Trial Near Anaheim

In Superior Court Judge Beach Vasey’s court, a jury deliberated under three hours Wednesday before convicting Nicholas Vandor, 64, of 7021 Ball Rd, Anaheim, on an arson charge. He faces sentencing January 3. Vandor, a real estate broker and salesman, was accused of setting a fire at his Long Beach office at 2139 Pacific Ave last June 14, with Thomas W. Cochran serving as prosecutor.

Beach Vasey Nicholas Vandor Ball Rd Anaheim Vandor Pacific Ave Thomas W. Cochran

Council Plans Emergency Stop on Further Drilling

In a wary assessment of the Winnington Field near Anaheim, officials call for an emergency halt to any more drilling. They urge unitization and repressuring programs before permitting further development to avoid subsidence and repeat past errors.

Tintil Winnington

Hotel Advertisement Promotes Ocean View Rooms and Meals

An old hotel listing describes private paths to the ocean, large dining room facing the sea, and daily meals. Rates are given as 24.50 per week for room and meals, with options like choice steak and turkey dinners. A second room option offers meals at 9.15 and external porch access.

Ue Hoslatard Waul-Towall Engpetine Pritier Evervinine

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