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Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1959
Page
2
A U.S. News review explains Connecticut’s strict speeding penalties and license suspensions. It claims three years of enforcement saved hundreds of lives and reduced deaths from 324 in 1955 to 251, with fewer other accidents. The article argues broad adoption would save many more lives.
L B Motorist, charged with homicide and drunken driving, was arraigned in Superior Court in Los Angeles. Case continued to February 15. Williams, a cook at Long Beach Honor Farm, involved in September collision that killed Deputy Harold Reis and severely injured Deputy Lee Kerr. Kerr has returned to duty.
Three youths were hurt Friday when their auto overturned on City Dump and Salvage Co. property at 6058 E. Pacific Coast Hwy. Driver Robert A. Linares, 20, of Westport, suffered a brain concussion. Less serious injuries were reported for Peter Savitz, 20, of 2695 Eucalyptus Ave., and Garl Wetteroth, 19, of 2715 Regway Ave.
Nixon to address the state division of highways announced in Sacramento that bids will open in Los Angeles on March 5 for widening and modifying the Long Beach Freeway off ramp at Long Beach. The Division said 561,700 is available, including 1,700 from the City of Long Beach. The Los Angeles Press Club reported the Long Beach bid details.
Lakewood officials vote 23 3 to create a municipal water department and appoint Lee I Hellopeter as manager consultant. The measure follows bids from Hallopeter’s Water Consulting and Albert Webb and Associates, with the city aiming to raise about $100 000 annually and no major rate hikes for five years. Green resigns as Foreign Relations chair but Johnson advises against resignation. Green ultimately plans to resign, citing age and health though first to consult.
Fragmented notes reveal Peter Johnson announcing his resignation as chair of a committee while staying on as a member. The text mentions reading difficulties, aging, and desire for fairness, with references to Long Beach and political figures, ending with a note about a majority leader.
An old hotel note advertises the Huntington Hotel with private baths and wall-to-wall carpeting. It highlights a large ocean-view dining room, daily amenities, and rates around 25.50 per person weekly, plus breakfast options and banquet meals.
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