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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Jan 18, 1958

Page

3

Navy League hears NATO's naval boss address

Admiral Jerauld Wright, NATO supreme allied commander, told a Beverly Hills Navy League luncheon that NATO's three tasks are Europe North America and the Atlantic defense. He warned losing the Atlantic would empower the Iron Curtain and stressed Atlantic command is crucial. He noted Navy missiles and subs will extend reach to 1,500 miles offshore and under polar ice, with leaders from Long Beach area in attendance.

North Atlante Treaty Organization Adm Jerauld Wright NATO Atlantic Navy League Beverly Hilton Hotel Beverly ‘Hills Southland Navy Vth Naval District Long Beach Adm. Wright Europe North America United States

Pen Pal Marriage Sparks Flashbulb Frenzy at Aloha Chapel

Compton man Max Anderson, 33, and bride Doren Arthur Anderson, 30, wed after a six month pen pal courtship. The couple exited the glass walled wedding chapel on Long Beach Boulevard to a crowd of flashing photographers, seeking privacy from the publicity.

Doren Arthur Anderson Aloha Wedding Chapel Long Beach Blvd Perry Como Anderson Harold and Dolores Scott Cookacre St. Compton

Wrong Agenda Causes Swapping of Council Minutes

A city council meeting derailed by mixed agendas led members to read different versions of the order. The chaos paused as the clerk distributed both old and new lists and a safe readback ensured all items were properly discussed, including parks and culture plans.

Andersons Episcopal Church Arthur H. Atkins Anf Fornia Civil Air Patrol Secord Col Iter Parks D. Pat Ahern Spangberg Virgil H Spongbere

Dinner planned by Sons of Norway at Redondo hall

The Sons of Norway will host a dinner featuring meatball dimmer at 5:50 p m Saturday January 23 in their hall at 681 Redondo Ave. The public is invited with reservations required by calling the hall.

Sons of Norway Redondo Ave

Long Beach Band Delights Lee School Pupils

The Long Beach Municipal Band performed for Kathryn Enright’s first graders at Lee School. Students asked questions and tried instruments, while a six year old, Michael Conrad, led a duet with a musician after the concert. The session ended with eager mingling and playful moments as the band stayed to interact with the young fans.

Little Hands Marsha Harrison S. G Thompson Long Beach Kathryn Enright Lee School Ernest Webecke Michael Ics

Builder fined for license violation in third year

A builder faces a $500 fine and loss of fee after a second conviction in three years for contracting without a license. The case notes Craig 7 and Walenger Jr. 3 percent of 100 Mira Play Ave as the referenced locations and figures.

Craig Walenger Jr Mira

Neighbors Rally After Fire Destroys Leon H Lewis Home

Neighbors aided the Leon H Lewis family after their home at 3203 Karen Ave was destroyed by fire on Wednesday. Salvaged items included two barns full of clothing and cash donations, while a remodeling job and local efforts provided food and temporary support for Leon, Barbara, and their children Laurie, Covalee, Kathy, and Kenny.

Walenger Leon H Lewis Karen Ave Lakewood Plaza Leon Bare Barbara Laurie Covalee Kathy Kenny

Drunk Driver Gets Five Years In Long Beach Case

John Wade Tatum a 55 year old bulldozer operator was sentenced by Superior Judge Ralph K Pierson to up to five years in state prison in a Long Beach drunken driving case. He had three prior drunk driving arrests and 18 for being drunk. He was arrested November 31 after a collision at Anaheim Street and Obispo Avenue in which two persons were injured.

John Wade Tatum Ralph K. Pierson Tatum Anaheim St Obispo Ave

Divorce Costs Analyzed In Four Part Series

The Independent begins a four part Courts Reporter Don Maddock series on divorce costs. It examines not only legal fees and court expenses but also the emotional toll on couples and the impact on children, and describes reconciliation efforts by agencies.

Aivorce Courts Don Maddock Independent

Ordinance Aims to Change Vet Memorial Stadium Rentals

Ordinance changes designed to make Veterans Memorial Stadium rentals more attractive to commercial and school users were referred Friday to the City Council ordinance committee. The amendments replace fixed fees plus receipts with fixed fees or 2 percent, whichever is greater, while maintaining 10 percent for school and benefit events and 15 percent for commercial promotions.

Memorial Stadium

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