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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Feb 13, 1964

Page

3

Kidnaping thwarted in Ames residence money drop

Detectives trailed a blue car after a suspect forced Mrs. Ames to drive with two tin in the trunk. The car was stopped at Ventura and Laurel Canyon Boulevards where an arrest was made as Mrs. Ames remained unharmed. The suspect demanded fifty thousand unmarked dollars in sequence and warned of harm to Mrs. Ames.

Ani Beaner Ventura Laurel Canyon Ames Ames’ Union Agency Fellows Williams Auto Associated Press Wirgohota Ralph Williams Leon Ames Richard Reed Kidraper

Airliner crashes on landing at McCarran Field

A Fairchild F27 Bonanza Flight 416 from Los Angeles crashed during final approach at McCarran Field in Las Vegas. Thirty four aboard survived with no injuries. FAA reported damage to the fuselage but no confirmed cause beyond unclear wind and approach issues.

Las Vegas Nev Bonanza Air Accord Ag Federal Aviations Agency FAA Tonanza Semage

Worden Trade Deficit Declines

Washington reports the US balance of payments deficit fell to 3 billion dollars in 1962, a decline of 400 million from the prior year. The Treasury cites a $13 billion rise in exports as a key factor, outpacing imports by about 300 million dollars.

Washington Commerce Department The Treasury

Charge Plot to Cheat Jack Ruby of Justice

Defense chief Melvin Belli renewed claims of a Dallas conspiracy to rob Jack Ruby of justice. He cited a brain test story, called it an attempted ender, and challenged reporter Carl Freund to reveal the source. The hearing focused on possible transfer of Ruby's murder trial for Lee Harvey Oswald, with testimony on impartial juries and the significance of brain wave tests.

Jack Ruby Mallas Dallas Melvin Belli Carl Freund Dallas Morning News Ruby Bellis Belli Ruby Mourder Dulas Sam R. Bloom Lee Harvey Oswald District of Texas Bloom Ford Motor Co Bell Freund Oswald John F. Kennedy Jed

Sinatra Kidnapping Trial Details Emerge At Harvey's

Testimony ties Barry Keenan and Joseph Amsler to the alleged December abduction of Frank Sinatra Jr. as witnesses described the suspects at Harrah’s Lake Tahoe resort. Hostess Petrinovich recalled seating the men during three visits, with one quick supper, while Keno a popular game drew extra attention from staff.

Barry W. Keenan Joseph Amsler John Irwin Miss Petrinovich Hanry’s Stateline Nev Harrah's Club Amsler Keenan Charles Crouch Pauline Ceppenall Keno Ress Harvey's Lodge Lake Tahoe Frank Sinatra Jr Spm Sinatra Allomeys Young Sinatra Robert E Moore South Lodge California John Foss Moore

Exiled Cubans Freed After Coast Guard Intercept

Sixteen anti Castro Cuban exile raiders were freed by the Coast Guard after their 30 foot boat was impounded. They were intercepted near the Dry Tortugas and linked to the Authentic Commaratos, allegedly funded by former Cuban president Carlos Prio. Exiles left for Miami. confirmation could not be obtained.

Coast Guard Key West Fla UPI Authentic Commaratos Carlos Piio

Arrest and Trial a Courtroom Laugh Show Mentioned

A fragment notes a lawyer asking about a television show titled Arrest and Trial and a joked courtroom laugh shortly after 9 pm, reflecting a media moment.

Centenarian Cynic Celebrates 100th Birthday in Mar Del Plata

Local report from Mar Del Plata notes a centenarian, described as a retired grandmother of SQ children, marking her 100th birthday with a blast of celebration. The piece quotes a wry remark about men being too easy, reflecting her social outlook.

Mar del Plata Argentina Polonia Cestande Bermandi

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