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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Feb 06, 1960

Page

1

Gasoline tax growth and driver costs analyzed by L.A. Collins

L.A. Collins argues gasoline tax rises over 40 years have boosted driving costs while tax collection eases political use. He notes taxes on gasoline, tires, oil and accessories, and cites Cleveland Trust Co figures showing tax totals rising with car use.

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Three Women Jurors Weep With Finch at Murder Trial

The jury heard the defense case as Richard Finch reenacted the fatal garage confrontation with Barbara Finch and Carole Tregoff. Finch described wrestling for a gun, striking his wife, and moving the injured women to a car, while the medical kit and other items were presented as part of a surgeon’s emergency kit. The testimony continued through the morning, outlining the sequence of events at the Finch home and the roles of the two women present.

Finch Cooper Walter Evans Carol Tregoff Daegtor Barbara Carole Heron Marie Anne Lidholm Marie Anne Barbara Jean Mrs. Finch Junior Drew P Jon Washington Arthur Radford Fancy Dan Joint Piers of Staff Harry Truman Mid - Pacific Radford Admiral Uncle Sam Joint Chiefs Cain Robert Carney Naval Observatory Nathan Twining Hoyt Vandenberg Ort Myer Don Duncan Naval Operations Secretary of Defense, Charlie Wilson Naval Gun Factory

Radford and the Virginia House Controversy Ends in Settlement

Admiral Radford faced a long dispute over a Virginia home involving Ambassador Cowen and Mrs Garrett. After lawsuits and counterclaims, all parties agreed to dismiss claims and cross-claims, finalizing a settlement around the $75,000 purchase and related costs. The case highlighted Radford’s house troubles and the high society legal maneuvers surrounding a dream residence.

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Mystery Gun and Cartridges Mentioned in Finch Case

Complete Weather testified that a knife and rope were related to a boating task and a flashlight was needed. An attache case found beside the Finch garage contained a shaving kit with cartridges. Finch claimed the gun vanished and described the car trip from Las Vegas to La West California on July 18, with the kit and gun under the front seat of a red Chrysler convertible.

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Huntington Hotel Advertises Rooms with Meals and Amenities

Fragmentary ad describes Huntington hotel room rates and services including bath, daily maid service, and breakfast option. Mentions special weekly rates and enhanced meals, with references to glassware and private bath features. Contact details appear as a phone number for reservations.

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