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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Dec 16, 1959

Page

5

Infant dies after Anaheim crash involving family car

A five day old infant Mezi Susan Nielsen died after a light foreign car carrying the family collided broadside with a second car at the Lin colon Avewy 39 intersection in Anaheim. The infant died two hours after the crash at Garden Grove Hospital. The northbound sedan driven by David Carl Nielsen struck the right side of a car driven east by Elizabeth Beaty Norton in Buena Park.

Anaheim Mezi Susan Nielsen David Carl Nielsen Annette Yvonne Nielsen Jennrich St. Garden Grove Garden Grove Hospital Lincoln Ave Elizabeth Beaty) Norton San Ramon Way Buena Park

Steak Lover Shot by Wife After Ham Preference Dispute

In Bakersfield a 36 year old housewife Viola Hayes was charged with assault with a deadly weapon after she shot her husband W. C. Hayes who preferred his girlfriend's steak to her ham. He was only slightly wounded. The Kern County sheriff's office said she claimed the shooting followed the dispute over meals.

Jeakersfield Bakersfield W. C. Hayes Kern County

Tragic Crash Leaves Mrs Norton Hospitalized After Collision

Mrs Norton suffered a broken collarbone and severe cuts after a crash at an intersection in Anaheim. Her 4 year old son Scott escaped injury. Nielsen was unhurt but involved in a shooting incident. details remain unclear as officers assess the event. Residents describe a chaotic scene as victims were taken to Garden Park and Anaheim Memorial Hospitals.

Norton Anaheim Memorial Hospital Scott Nielsen Daughers Nancy Catherine Wendi Tin Garden Park Hospital Anaheim

NATO tensions push U S troops in Europe under review

Secretary of State Christian Herter challenged Charles de Gaulle’s go it alone policy at the NATO foreign ministers conference. He warned U S troop levels in Europe could fall unless partners share defense burdens, insisting NATO forces stay under one command while De Gaulle resists integration. In London, Paul Getty marked his 87th birthday with a quiet dinner after watching an Africa jungle film and receiving maple sugar from America.

Paris Christian A. Herter Charles de Gaulle NATO U. S Europe Herter de Gaulle London Paul Getty Africa Getty America

India urges China to punish those who abused prisoners

Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru told parliament that India demands Communist China punish those responsible for the inhuman treatment of Indian prisoners. The call came as New Delhi pressed for accountability and improved rights protections amid diplomatic strains.

New Delhi India UPI China Jawaharlal Nehru

Britain has Highest Newspaper Readership in World

London reports a UWN survey finds Britain leads world in news readership with 573 daily copies sold per 1 000 inhabitants. Sweden follows second at 462 per 3 000, indicating strong press reach across major European nations.

London Britain UW. N Sweden

Hussein pledges march to Baghdad if needed

London report says King Hussein of Jordan warned MPs his troops would move to Baghdad if Nationalists seek help against Communist pressure. He stated this during a visit to Britain while on holiday, promising the assurance to Prime Minister Macmillan and officials.

London Hussein Jordan Baghdad Macmillan

Philippines Presses U S Again for 800 Million War Claims

Manila notes to Washington reiterate demand for roughly 800 million dollars in war damage payments and Filipino military service compensation. Foreign Secretary Felixberto Sarrano appeals for reconsideration, stressing veterans and civilians who stood with the United States during World War II.

Philippines U.S Manila United States Washington U. S Christian A. Herter Felixberto” Sarrano

Classified Ads Offer Quick Help For Daily Needs

A brief ad promotes time saving by calling HE 2-5959 to reach an ad writer for classified listings. It emphasizes convenience for daily problems and urges readers to contact for assistance.

Classified ad buyers for appliances and goods

Appliance hunter style classified note invites readers to call HE 2-5959 to start an ad. Emphasizes low cost and quick placement for buy and sell listings.

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