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Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1960
Page
2
American evangelist Billy Graham ended a two day Bulawayo crusade preaching to about 20000 people. More than 10000 came forward to accept Christ inspiring a much larger turnout than Saturday and the largest in his Central African campaign.
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Italy’s Liberal Party withdrew its 17 deputies from Premier Antonio Segni’s Christian Democrat government, signaling an almost certain collapse. The move followed displeasure over President Giovanni Gronchi’s Moscow visit, threatening a parliamentary debate on policies with the government short of a majority in the 596-seat Chamber of Deputies.
Edwina Mountbatten 98 aunt of Prince Philip died in her sleep Saturday night while touring Red Cross installations in British North Borneo. Queen Elizabeth and Philip enter family mourning. court mourning not planned. Mountbatten, Earl Mountbatten of Burma, served as Chief of the Defense Staff and helped raise Prince Philip. Speculation grows Eisenhower may be godfather to Elizabeth's newborn son. Roosevelt as godfather to Michael of Kent set a precedent.
An early Sunday attack in northeast Havana saw a twin engine plane drop several bombs near an air refinery. Authorities report windows shattered but no injuries. The craft, said to have come from the north, vanished in that direction after the raid.
Car buyers are urged to call HE 2-5959 to get a buyer start for a daily classified ad. The notice promotes using the classified section to find or place automobile listings.
The Handicap Teen Beachcombers along with East Long Beach Kiwanis Club and Volunteers of America announce a two day rummage sale at 1154 Pine Ave Wednesday and Thursday from 4 to 8 pm. Items may be dropped off today and Wednesday 10 am to 4 pm at 252 Long Beach Blvd. The Beachcombers team of 23 members will assist with collecting and pricing of items.
Peiping Radio quoted the Foreign Ministry as issuing its eighth serious warning after two U.S. war ships and a naval patrol plane allegedly intruded Sunday in Chinese territorial waters and air space. The report framed the incident as a US military provocation.
A stellar performance of Johann Sebastian Bach Mass in B minor at Long Beach City College Auditorium featured conductor Royal Stanton and Long Beach soloists Jeanne Roadhouse Iris Lewis Eshelman Don Ulrich and Dane Stoll. The 120-voice Scholar Cantorum was praised for balance fervor and refined artistry backed by a capable chamber orchestra and Ralph Linsley on harpsichord.
United Press International reports Percy Faith's Theme from Summer Place holds first for the second week. Marken Dinning's Teen Angel and Jimmy Jones Handy Man repeat from last week. Brenda Lee's Sweet Nothings debuts at 20th. other entries list performers and positions in the top 20.
Moscow officials reported that about 30 million people have visited the Kremlin since it opened to the public in 1955. The Kremlin commandant disclosed the figure on Sunday.
Public schedule lists startling features at Long Beach Theaters with times for Dumbo On the Mountain and other films. Includes notes on showings at Rialto and Towne venues and mentions Happy Anniversary and various matinée starts.
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