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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Dec 08, 1960

Page

2

Red Cars to Run Till Buses Start in L A Long Beach

Metropolitan Transit Authority director C M Gillis reassures riders the red cars will operate until buses replace them. Directors voted to abandon rail for bus service, with the transition planned by April. Officials in Long Beach and Compton opposed, citing likely less efficient transit and rising freeway congestion.

Metropolitan Transit Authority C. M. Gillis Los Angeles Long Beach MIA Compton Gillis Jamita hay _ PE Lee

Bailey eyed for Democratic national chairmanship

Washington reports John M. Bailey, Connecticut Democratic state chairman, said he would be a good guess to become the next Democratic national chairman to replace Sen. Henry M. Jackson. He noted the choice will align with President-elect Kennedy’s wishes and said he would accept if offered, but wants Kennedy to lead the decision. Bailey met with Rep. William Green, who expressed support, though Bailey has not spoken with Kennedy.

Washington UPI John M. Bailey Connecticut Henry M. Jackson Bailey John F Kennedy The Post Wiliam Green Philadelphia Kennedy Green

Kennedy Makes Secret Visit to Waldorf Towers

New York UPI reports President elect Kennedy made a private, unannounced two hour visit to the Waldorf Astoria Towers after a Christmas shopping trip. Officials deny he met with Douglas MacArthur or Herbert Hoover and refuse to name any individuals involved. Kennedy reportedly toured the 37th floor and other suites, leaving via Park Avenue with Secret Service protection.

Kennedy Waldorf Towers New York UPI Presi the Waldorf On Wallorf-Astoria Towers Ted NGM Ger Douglas MacArthur Denieu A. Amd Cagal Cennedy Feyoy Hotel Gurape Park Avenue Secret Service MacArthur Herbert Hooyer

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