Welcome back to the No-Worry World and its gentle myth
A vivid invitation to a utopian world where all people are good and bed ones exist only in stories. Reporters Robert Heard and Skip Sullman present a scene at A. L Gouldin School in Downey with kindergarten teacher Dona Vange. The tone celebrates innocence, fearlessness, and idealized educators in a colorful, worry free realm.
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Adm James says Long Beach shipyard more secure now
Rear Admiral James visiting Long Beach on farewell tour says the Naval Shipyard is more secure than it has been in a long time. He is due to retire April 29 after serving as port administrator and harbor board member. An impromptu reception at the Lafayette Hotel honored him as community leaders praised his long service to the Navy facilities here.
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Insanity Ruled in Murder Case in Long Beach
A 10 year old Long Beach man was ruled sane by reason of insanity and committed to Atascadero State Hospital after being accused of shooting Willie Colson to death on November 12 following an argument at Colson's home. Judge Maurice C Sparling cited doctors' reports as he ruled the defendant insane at present.
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Mth St
Willie Colson
Colson
California Ave
Jacge Sparing
Washington
Witnesses Listed in Firing of Policemen
Seven police officers and seven other persons are named as witnesses by City Manager Mansell in amplified charges against two Long Beach patrolmen fired after allegedly causing a disturbance at a hotel on Anaheim Street. Ex-officers McKeen and Smith defend the original charges as vague and appeal for reinstatement. The revised charges allege conduct unbecoming and insubordination as well as door kicking and disturbing occupants in a public place.
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John R Mansell
Long Beach
Anaheim Street
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Gwil Service
Joseph E McKeen Jr
Philip H. Smith
Panel to discuss retail store hours at Lafayette Hotel
A Long Beach Chamber of Commerce sponsored dinner meeting will host a panel on retail store hours at the Lafayette Hotel. Panelists include moderator Robert F. Graham and members Charles W. Teed Charles O Dootey William S. Grant and Rev. Boed Johnson.
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Long Beach
Morals Suspect Kills Self In Court Case
Bruce M. Wilson, 34, found dead by police after failing to appear in court on a morals charge. Authorities say a note inside the parked car suggested the act as “the best way out.” Superior Court records indicate previous dismissal for lack of evidence.
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Bruce M. Wilson
Consolidated City School Election Plan Revived
Consolidated City and School election merger proposed by the City Charter Revision Committee. Atty Moses E Lexis cochair seeks study from Atty Gerald Desmond's office on feasibility, aiming to reduce poll costs. Prior efforts failed due to conflicts between state and local laws including term lengths of city officials and Board of Education members.
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Gerald Desmond
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Board of Education
Surfside Homes Batter by 20-Foot Waves in Surf Event
Dozens of homes in Surfside and nearby communities suffer heavy pounding as 20 foot waves on Friday and Monday batter the coast in the fourth day of smashing surf. A battered waterfront settlement near San Juan Capistrano is reported out of danger. Meantime city charter advisers consider relaxation of residency rules for new city employees and hear proposals to reduce duplication in elections. Airport advisory committee gains two new members as capistrano Beach and San Clemente join the panel.
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Arthur R. de Nio
Samuel E. Leddel
Lewis
Long Beach
Auto Liability Rates Rise in Los Angeles Area Under 25 Hit Hard
Auto liability insurance increases affect policyholders under 25 in the Los Angeles area, with rates rising by up to 17 in the 2c category. The changes, adopted by NBCU and NAUA, reflect a statewide eight percent average and vary by driving and usage categories across Long Beach and nearby counties.
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