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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Feb 25, 1958

Page

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Cuban Grand Prix ends in tragedy amid sabotage rumors

Cuban Gran Premio halted after a crash killed four spectators and injured 34 as oil slicks appeared on the Malecon Boulevard course. Argentine driver Juan Manuel Fangio was held by rebels then released unharmed. Officials blamed potential sabotage while denying sabotage claims.

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1955 Miss Norway Sues Contender for Cruelty and Divorce

Miss Norway sues rival beauty contestant Maria Stornes Young for cruelty in a disputed marriage to Clyde A Young. The case cites a November flight incident and a pending divorce, with alimony and modeling career implications.

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Eisenhower calls for courage to beat business slump

Eisenhower urged Americans to confront the business slump with courage and common sense, warning against listening to men of little faith and spirit. Hours later Truman fired back in New York, accusing Republicans of lacking faith and spirit and blaming the Democratic Party.

Washington Eisenhower Truman New, York Republican Party Democratic Party

Rainstorm Moves In With Flood Threats In California

Forecasters warn moderate to heavy rain hitting Long Beach with 35 mph winds from Pt. Conception to Newport Harbor. The system is expected to pass quickly, bringing sun and warmth Wednesday. Residents in flood-prone areas evacuate as rivers threaten. Authorities note major flood risks along the Sacramento River south of the region.

Long Beach Pt. ‘Conception Newport Harbor A. Wednaday Sacramento River

Aide's Interest in Firm Disclosed

Washington reports reveal FCC filings and insurance details tied to Aide Mack and a Miami television firm. The article notes discussions around Truman and Eisenhower, with references to a speech and election dynamics. The narrative cites a lawyer and a commissioner, mentioning loaned funds and a potential shift in economic policy.

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Flooding Disaster Feared In Northern California

A gale whipped rain stretched five rivers and stressed levees in Northern California. Officials warned of widespread floods as storms battered the Sacramento Valley. At least two deaths were reported amid rising water and evacuation fears.

San Francisco California Sacramento Valley

Intrepid sighting and Coast Guard search update

A long overdue sailing yacht bound for Hawaii with three Long Beach residents aboard was sighted by the Matsonia and Coast Guard vessels rushed to the area. The Intrepid, a 39 foot ketch with twin masts, reportedly lacks enough fuel for the voyage, and weather ships began a dawn search under the Honolulu Coast Guard district. Also reported, Virginia Wilk, 24, faced charges after allegedly striking a store detective with a wet diaper during a Long Beach shopping outing. Her baby, 21 months old, was blamed for the incident per her testimony. A judge ordered Wilk to serve 30 days in jail plus a $5 fine.

Long Beach Hawaii Sani Francisco Honolulu James C. Hagerty Overdie Burbank Debbie Reynolds Eddie Cecil Crane Fisher Any Ethel Allen Fifer St. Joseph Hospital Frances Mother Coast Guard Coast Guard Intrepid Amer Matsonia Guard Ponchartrain 14Th Coast’ Guard Elmer Chicago Virginia Wilk George B. Weiss South Gate Fifer Long Beach City Ap- College Crane Tov Bis Wilk Coast’ Guard Weiss Teast Istead

World War II hero dog honored in military rites

Military rites will be held today for Oki, a shepherd canine hero credited with rallying Marines on Okinawa during World War II. The event highlights include mentions of the unit and its actions as reported on Page A-5. Governor Knight formally opened his senatorial nomination campaign, criticizing Rep. Engle and a Republican opponent in the primary on Page A-7.

Oki Okinawa Knight Rep Engle

Who Gets the Profit in Free Enterprise System

LAC argues that Americans must understand how profit sustains free enterprise to preserve lifestyle and jobs. He notes unions often concede employers need a fair profit, a point echoed across negotiations, with continuation on page A-6.

United States Britain Reach Missile Bases Pact

The United States and Britain announce a five year agreement: missiles based in England under RAF control with nuclear warheads in U S custody. The pact, effective in five years, aims to extend NATO cohesion and enable joint decision making for final triggers.

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Two youths slain in canyon gang attack near Los Angeles

Gerald Delio 14 and Ruben Ramos 20 were killed in a Sunday night gunfight in the East Los Angeles canyon district. Rodriguez 13 was wounded and survived after identifying suspects Lorenzo Castro 18 and others. Deputies say the incident stemmed from a theater disturbance and involved a teenage gang fight with gunfire.

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