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Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1968
Page
1
The notice explains how to use ACTION LINE for answers and problem solving. It provides mailing address Box 230 Long Beach California 90801 and phone numbers 432-3451 with available hours 9 am to 1 pm and 5 pm to 9 pm Monday through Friday.
A reader asks about flying the American flag 24 hours at two McDonald’s outlets. The answer notes no law against night display but cites standards to display from sunrise to sunset, while a flag foundation leader supports nighttime use if illuminated and non promotional.
A columnist reveals GE 258 toy train flasher bulbs power miniature Christmas displays. Long Beach Electric Co. sells batches of 10 bulbs for 47 cents, with sockets at 5.79 for 35 units. A 14 volt transformer costs 20 from Ray’s Model Train Supplies. Colored Merry Midget sets cost 3.49 to 5.79, white flicker sets 1.98 to 3.49 from Valley Florist.
The Long Beach Fire Department requests donations of new toys for its annual welfare project supporting 100 needy families. Last year firefighters funded the effort through yearly donations. now only new toys are accepted. Donations can be dropped at any city fire station.
A reader asks about a 1944 Federal Old Line Insurance Co policy for 1000 endowment at 65. An official says keep the policy. payment will come once the state insurance commissioner completes the case filed February 20, 1964. Virgil McQueen, deputy commissioner, notes the firm is under state oversight.
The Superior Court delayed placing the company with the insurance commissioner until Oct 7 1968 amid appeals. Judge Mc Queen says the firm has sufficient assets to cover claims and now must liquidate excess real estate to start paying policyholders.
A Long Beach reader laments a department store Santa experience. Five children and two mothers waited for a 4 PM visit only to find the camera and Santa unavailable, noting the loss of a Christmas service and parents’ photo gimmick. The writer urges stores to restore the traditional holiday treat.
Los Angeles Mayor Samuel W. Yorty said campus turmoil is instigated by Communists and front groups. He warned high schools as next targets and urged new federal laws as Congress considers demonstration controls. He tied California unrest to events in Tokyo London Paris Berlin and Mexico City.
President-elect Nixon outlined his expectations to his Cabinet nominees during an eight hour session at the Shoreham Hotel and then met with President Johnson at the White House. Nixon urged informing the public of their work and hiring on merit. The day closed with a Kuwait Embassy reception hosted by the Amir.
The National Communicable Disease Center reports pneumonia and influenza deaths rising with 30 states affected and 14 states plus Puerto Rico and DC documenting Hong Kong flu. Officials warn the peak may be mid January as 700 fatalities appear by December 7. Colorado reports at least 100,000 cases.
The Associated Press religion writer George W. Cornell profiles prophets as protesters reformers and idealists who faced scorn ridicule flogging imprisonment and sometimes death. The five part series begins Monday in the Independent Press Telegram.
San Francisco State College saw a clash as around 1000 demonstrators clashed with Highway Patrol officers. Police arrested a student on prior charges and two others amid rock throwing as strikers left the campus. Mounted units moved in to disperse groups near streetcars.
A succinct critique notes some politicians greet voters warmly before elections while eroding trust afterward. The piece contrasts early engagement with later behavior, urging voter caution and scrutiny of promises.
Absenteeism in Long Beach and Lakewood public schools more than doubles usual. Over 7,500 Long Beach Unified pupils missed Thursday with 3,500 normal. Countywide, about 100,800 children were absent, nearly 10 percent of 1.4 million. Los Angeles area schools report over 10 percent absences at 53 schools. Dr. I D Litwack notes likely Hong Kong flu, with fever respiratory symptoms and occasional GI upset. Lakewood Senior High and Barton Elementary lead in absences.
A Pan American Boeing 707 with 51 aboard crashed into the Caribbean Sea north of Caracas. Venezuelan navy divers found wreckage but no signs of life. The jet, Flight 217 from New York to Caracas, was due in Caracas at 10 and lost contact while approaching the airport.
Marvin D. Robertson, 25, of Lynwood, was arrested in Long Beach on burglary suspicion after clanking coins in his pocket drew police to the Spivey home at 217 W. San Antonio Road. Nine half dollars were found on him and a trail of 50 cent pieces led to a hedge. Officers expect to return loot to Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Spivey. Robertson faces jail as Friday the 13th looms.
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