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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Feb 12, 1957

Page

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Eisenhower to Meet Mollet and Macmillan in Talks

The White House announced plans for President Eisenhower to meet separately with French Premier Guy Mollet on February 20 and British Prime Minister Harold Macmillan on March 21. The discussions will focus on easing Middle East tensions and reinforcing allied unity, with potential talks on China and UN participation. Mollet will visit Washington for two days and stay at Blair House across from the White House.

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RAF Bombs Rebel Towns in Yemen Frontier Raid

RAF jets and Shackletons bomb a rebel village near the Yemen frontier after residents were warned to flee. Ninety three 500 pound bombs and rockets reduced Da aba to shells. two Cameron Highlanders killed as villagers resisted rebel leaders. London accuses British attacks on Sawme ah post.

Aden Aden Protectorate Yemen Daaba Xuling

U S Proposes Two Point Plan For Israel Gaza Withdrawal

Secretary Dulles presented a two point plan to Israel to ease force withdrawal from the Gaza Strip and Gulf of Aqaba. The plan calls for public U S backing of free navigation in the Gulf of Aqaba and UN observers in Gaza to deter Egyptian incursions. Eban promised a quick government response within 24 to 48 hours.

Washington United States Israel Caza Strip Gulf of Aqaba Dulles Abba Eban State Department Ithe Taraell Elath United Nations U. N Gaza Strip Tarael Eban

Democrats, Ike Plan Under Fire in Senate Debate

In Washington AP reports Democratic senators attack Eisenhower Middle East policy as Dulles faces criticism for a U N speech. Renea Khan cites desire for concrete action after Dulles meeting as debate over the president's authority to use armed forces and to fund 200 million dollars in Middle East aid continues. Senate Foreign Relations and Armed Services panels finish hearings with amendments due, and a joint vote possible Thursday.

Washington Sec Dulles U.N Asembly New York Renea Khan President Eisen Middle East Sens Long Motes Moree John Foster Dullee Sen. Bush Connecticut Senate Foreign Relations and Armed Services Committees Eisenhower

Look as Expected, Once Blind Oldster Sees Grandchildren

Santa Cruz story reports 87 year old William H Bryant who has been blind 15 years regained partial vision after pilocarpine treatment. He meets six grandchildren ages from 12 months to 13 years with his son in law and daughter and comments on family and hair color. He jokes about TV and hopes to watch the Cleveland Indians on TV.

William H. Bryant Kathy Sungers Bryant Santa Cruz Calif Thomas’g.schnoor Date Cruz Mia Warren Sunseri Santa Clara Pamela Michael Rand Sue Cathy Steven Mary Jo Warren Indaw Sunset Cleveland Indians

Senator William Langer Critical in Hospital Stay

North Dakota Republican Senator William Langer, age 70, has been hospitalized since last week in critical condition. His office said he is suffering from pleurisy and pneumonia, with updates awaited on his medical status.

Washington William Langer North Dakota Langer

Phony stock pushers lure unwary investors

A fragmented note warns about long distance phone calls selling hot stock deals. It accuses a New York based truck of fraudulent operations across the Southwest and Midwest. The tone brands dubious schemes as fast profits prey on novices, urging caution with reckless promises.

New York Midwest Usvel

Soviet premier Bu lganin offers new era of friendship

Moscow broadcasts a letter from Premier Bulganin to West German Chancellor Adenauer outlining a path toward German reunification. He calls for profitable trade with Bonn and Moscow’s help in easing relations to favor peace in Europe, while noting Western German coalition politics and rearmament as bargaining points.

Moscow Bulganin Germany Bonn Mostow Europe Konrad Adenauer Adenauer West Germany Social Jsts NATO Eric Ole Yenhauer United States

Texas Democrats Move to Rig Election, Report Notes Urgency

An Independent Washington report on page 42 claims Texas Democrats are pressing actions to influence the election. The tale highlights concerns over party tactics and potential interference. No specific individuals or dates are provided in the readable text.

Texas UCB the Independent Washington

LA Tries Largest Hunt for Desperado After Court Escape

In Los Angeles a long term convict known as Albert J. Kostal led a dramatic break from an eighth floor courtroom, fleeing amid gunfire as two accomplices tried to escape. Police deployed hundreds of detectives, with radio alerts sent to multiple western states. Kostal, tall and wearing a red shirt, fled ground level as officers pursued through the Civic Center amid a massive manhunt.

Los Angeles Angeles Albert J. Kostal Hs Kostal Police Department Civic Center Police Communicating Bureau California Arizona Nevada Oregon iCivic Luvteu Thomas Red Ldin Kostal

Harbor Board weighs LBOD severance plan amid city cost

Long Beach Oil Development Company seeks severance pay for about half of its 252 employees, a plan that could cost the city nearly a million dollars. The Harbor Board will decide legality and possible contract amendments, amid union tension and threats of picketing if denied.

Tachiyamooney Olttte Harbor Board Long Beach Oil Development Co LBOD E. J. Amar Harbor John P. Davis Picketa Jonah, Jones

Van Doren TV earnings top $100000 milestone

New York report details Charles Van Doren becoming the first television figure to exceed $100000 in earnings, pushing his total to around $18000. The note highlights a milestone in TV history as the total grows with his recent earnings.

New York

Civic Leader Bill Graef Dies After Long Civic Service

William Percy Graef a longtime Los Angeles civic worker died at 79 in a local hospital after years of declining health He helped found the Adelaide Trobenor Clinic for crippled children in 1988 and was an original director He and Benjamin J Tucker inspired a school named for a disabled child and he led a Rotary Club presidency in 1923-24 embodying Service Above Self in Long Beach and beyond

William Percy Bil) Graef Cee Los Angeles Hospital Graef

Hearing Wednesday on Southern California utility rate increase

Public Utilities Commission holds hearings Wednesday through Thursday on Southern California Edison's bid to raise rates by about 13.5 million dollars per year, adding roughly 15 cents to the average residential monthly bill. Ray Untereiner will preside with Examiner Manley Edwards at 102 W. in the Commission courtroom, 245 South Spring Street, Los Angeles.

Constatiaton Bose California Ray E. Utereiner Swith Manley W. Edwards South Spring St Los Angeles Untereiner Marne Serge Denver Uc Lowry

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