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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Dec 18, 1957

Page

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NATO seeks broader talks on disarmament and German reunification

At the Paris NATO summit leaders urged renewed East West talks on disarmament and Germany's reunification. The alliance backed a U S plan to arm Western Europe with missiles and warheads pending a peace settlement. The successful Atlas ICBM test from Cape Canaveral gave NATO new strength and confidence. French Foreign Minister Pineau proposed a four nation foreign ministers conference with Russia.

Paris NATO Russia Germany U.S Western Europe Cape Canaveral Fla Christian Pineau John Foster Dullés Selwyn Lloyd Dulles Pineau

Indictment Details Bribe Allegations In Labor Case

Investigators testified that a $15,500 payment linked to Kentucky and Tennessee union officials involved a bid to influence a case against 13 Tennessee Teamsters charged with conspiring to commit violence in a labor dispute. Witnesses described talk of payoffs and a judge’s involvement, with one defendant invoking the fifth amendment. The committee signaled acquittal for the 13 as testimonies continued.

Washington Senate Teamsters Joint Council Tennessee Kentucky Tennessee Teamsters Raulston Schonl Fleld Chattanooge Chattanooga Com Schofield Mittee Glenn. W. Smith

Eisenhower Dines With Coty at Elysee Palace

In Paris President Eisenhower dined at President Rene Coty’s state dinner with 185 guests, including Coty’s English-speaking daughter Mrs Genevieve Eplatt. Despite restrictions, she sat as Eisenhower’s dinner partner. Conversation centered on Mrs Eisenhower. Eisenhower joked and spilled coffee, finishing a long meal with a tired look.

Eisenhower Rene Coty Elysee Palace Coty Maj John Hisenhower Paris Genevieve Eplatt Egloff Replica Mami

Oil firms favor unitization but oppose compulsory action

In Wilmington's oil field, multiple companies told the Assembly Interim Committee they back voluntary repressuring and unitization but oppose mandatory measures if voluntary efforts fail. They push government limits on foreign oil while defending freedom to run their businesses. Continued on Page A-8.

Wilmington Assembly California

Ike appoints Sumner G. Whittier VA head

Sumner G. Whittier former lieutenant governor of Massachusetts was named by President Eisenhower on Tuesday to head the Veterans Administration. He succeeds Harvey Wrigley who reportedly resigned amid disputes with the administration over plans to cut back VA services.

Ike Is. G. Whittier Washington Sumner G. Whittier Massachusetts Eisenhower Sumner Harvey Wrigley Courktetias Ramblican

Warm dry weather seen for Lang Beach area

Forecasters predict warm dry conditions across Lang Beach today after a two day storm moved eastward across Arizona dumping 1.7 inches of rain. The Weather Bureau notes minimal chances of rain tomorrow and into the next day as ships of the Royal Canadian Navy visit the Western Atlantic.

Lang, Beach Arizona Pally eAay Teeny London War- Weather Bureau Massachusetts West Indies Asi Atlantic Veterans Administration Royal Canadian Navy

Indonesia Faces New Master Famine Crisis

Independent report notes a troubled situation as Indonesia confronts a mounting famine. Page AB references broad social and economic strain, with limited readable facts from the clipping.

Indonesia Page

5 Cent Hike Sought in Long Beach Bus Fare Increase

Long Beach Motor Bus Co applied to the State Public Utilities Commission for a basic cash fare rise to offset higher operating costs tied to a new driver contract. Attorney Munholland said an immediate 1 cent increase would be sought, with hearings planned on the formal filing. The proposal envisions no change in city zone boundaries, and the company seeks retroactive single-zone token pricing amid negotiations.

Long Beach Motor Bus Co State Public Utilities Commission John Mundelland Consel Alwage Och Bureau of Franchises Sburegu Ajbe Msssengers Munholland

Atlas Firing Elevates U S Prestige In Missile Test

The United States successfully fired its 90 foot Atlas missile from Cape Canaveral amid cheers for the free world. The launch reached a several hundred mile course and demonstrated capability to carry a nuclear warhead across continents in flights up to 5500 miles. General Donald N. Yates hailed it as a landmark, noting it cleared technical hurdles and could strengthen U S position in NATO negotiations.

Cape Canaveral Fla. 2 United States Free World Donald N. Yates Missile Test Center Pinan

Alabama OKs Abolishing Negro Area

Alabama voters approved a constitutional change allowing the Legislature to dismantle Macon County where Black residents outnumber whites by seven to one. The amendment enables dividing Macon among neighboring white-majority counties to prevent Black control amid federal civil rights laws. Results: 43,329 yes, 31,992 no. Birmingham narrowly favored. Mobile opposed. Rural counties gave large margins.

Birmingham Ala UPI Alabama Macon Mobile

Contested France Role Mentioned in Letter Commentary

A reader contemplates Charles Boyer as a potential French figure, with a note that discussion continues on page A-2 in column 3. The brief fragment hints at editorial or letter page material rather than a full event.

Slow Post Delays Shadow NATO Summit Coverage

A fragmented report from London describes a woman interview about a broadcasting program and Britain’s role before the NATO summit. It notes slow mail delivery, a crumpled envelope, and an airman questioning blame for delays.

London Madison Wis A Broadcasting Co Air Force Britain Paris

City approves 210 room hotel plan near Atlantic Ave

Max Wessel announces a 12 story hotel with 210 rentable rooms on the Atlantic Ave site. The City Council grants an easement across Victory Park for hotel access. Twilight Hotel owner to lease the property. building cost surpasses 2.5 million dollars. Fourth floor to house lobby convention facilities and a pool. top floors to include additional convention rooms and restaurants. Original smaller plans canceled after lease agreement with Twilight Corp.

Fulding Leach Horeline Uesddy Max Wessel Tn Land Federal Atlantic Ave Victory Park Nessel Francis H. .Gentro Twilight Hotel Ime Los Angeles Santa Beery Jeean Blvd Nésaed Twilight Corp

LeMay Reveals SAC Grounded Five Weeks Last Summer

Washington AP Gen Curtis LeMay testified that Strategic Air Command planes were grounded for five weeks in the previous fiscal year due to lack of funds for fuel. Senators Symington and others questioned readiness as the United States competes with the Soviet Union in missiles and space weapon development. LeMay, vice chief of the Air Force staff and former SAC commander, said SAC could have been airborne in an emergency, but an operational missile system is years away.

Washington (Ap Curtis” LeMay Strategic Air Command SAC LeMay Air Force Staff ISAC United Strategic Air Force

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