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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Feb 24, 1975

Page

1

Tornado leaves 50 hurt and one dead in Alabama

A tornado ripped through a central Alabama town and three suburbs, killing one and injuring about 50. The storm damaged homes and businesses along US Highway 82, with estimated losses in the millions. The fatality was Thelma Hill, 23, an employee of the Scottish Inn.

Alabama Tuscaloosa Ala Runnelstown Hattiesburg Miss Douglasville Thelma Hill Druid City Hospital

Cambodia will fall without more aid says Schlesinger

Washington Defense Secretary James Schlesinger warned that Cambodia would be overtaken by Communists if Congress blocks an emergency aid package. He pressed for 300 million for South Vietnam and 222 million for Cambodia, saying without funds Phnom Penh cannot survive amid isolation and airlift support.

Cambodia Schlesinger Washington Jamey Schlesinger Congress Phnom Penh U.S Damian Middle East China South Vietnam

LBCC women's dean killed while bicycling in Long Beach

Witella H. Billie Buswell head of women at Long Beach City College died Sunday after her bicycle was struck on Spring Street near York Avenue. Car driver Gary Chandler 27 Lakewood was involved and charged on an outstanding warrant. buswell 40 would have turned 41 Saturday. Her husband Michael rode ahead and did not witness the impact.

Witella H Billie” Buswell Long Beach City College Dievling Dorado Park Long Beach Tim Cable Robert Stuart Boswell Spring Street York Avenue Gary Albert Chandler Glorywhite St Lakewood Chandler Cable Stuart Boswwell Michael Chuck Kane

Missing sailor among three found in Long Beach Harbor

One of the three nude bodies recovered last week at Long Beach Harbor was identified Sunday as Thomas Lee Hooser, a sailor on the destroyer USS Hull. Hooser's wife reportedly said he disappeared after withdrawing $873 from their bank. Police indicated the three victims showed signs of drowning with injuries, and investigators had not found clothing or belongings.

Longeach Harbor Thomas Lee Hooser Hooser Kathy Bellflower Navy Long Beach

Cars Sink as Bridge Falls in Siloam NC

A one lane wooden plank bridge collapsed after a collision Sunday night dumping seven vehicles some 65 feet into the Yadkin River. Three people were killed and two remained missing with rescue teams recovering three bodies. The couple Mr and Mrs Hugh Atkinson of Siloam were among the decedents.

Siloam N.C Wwooden Plank Yadkin River Hugh Atkinson Si Foam

Ford optimistic on veto support

President Ford said he is optimistic his forthcoming veto of tariff increases on imported goods will be sustained by Congress. He declined to say when he will send the veto message, with reporters noting allies will build support ahead of a possible $2 tariff increase.

Washington UPI Ford Capitol Hill Congress

FBI 'dirty tricks' alleged by ex operative Burton

Washington report cites former undercover agent Joseph A. Burton claiming the FBI's counterintelligence program continued beyond April despite DOJ assurances. The FBI denies the charge calling Burton's allegations distorted or false while noting Carmelpro did not proceed past April.

Washington Justice Department PRI Ciast Joseph A. Burton Bureau Carmelpro Thalf FBI Burton

Exclusive Times interviews recount disinformation and covert operations

An exclusive NYT report cites recent interviews describing flawed attempts to earn influence through PBS style programs. The account outlines bogus documents, informants, and sham front groups used to disrupt political activity. It also references red tagging and labor organizing efforts connected to PRI operatives.

New York Times

INDEPENDENT CHIEF JUSTICE BURGER DECRIES COURT USE

The report notes Chief Justice Burger condemning federal courts as training grounds for prosecutors and public defenders. It highlights an editorial stance on judicial limits and federal involvement in high profile cases. The item references Associated content from page A-7.

Burger Bush League

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