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Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1970
Page
13
A growing youthful libertarian faction splits from traditional conservatism arguing for personal freedom and minimal government. They oppose the draft and support drug legalization, forming alliances with the Peace and Freedom Party while retaining ties to Young Americans for Freedom.
The Compton Board of Supervisors faces a roughly 25 million construction estimate for a county civic center project. With interest possible to double cost, the plan relies on a joint powers arrangement funded through a special county agency, and base figures come without finalized plans. The courthouse dominates at about 18.5 million, a parking garage 5.8 million, and a probation building 0.7 million.
The piece reflects on archival pro segregation remarks by Judge George Carswell and parallels with modern figures. It mentions Ronald Reagan and Pat Brown, contrasts youth with experience, and profiles Walter Seifert now an associate journalism professor at Oregon State University.
A police report quotes a victim describing a petite suspect in a forgery case. The man notes the subject’s eyes, skin, and wholesome appearance as part of his description while outlining the alleged deception. Further details are incomplete in the fragment.
A record low-cost sale of a short-term bond issue by the School District. $530,000 in bonds sold to Security-Pacific Bank at 5 percent interest. The loan matures in three years and officials call it the last 5 percent loan.
A free five session withdrawal clinic starts this week at the YWCA on Sixth Street and Pacific Avenue under the Long Beach Interagency Council on Smoking and Health. The first session at 7 30 p m features Dr Alex L Sweet on Ways to Quit. A smoker s test and distribution of ACS materials are included. Only the first 100 to register will be accepted for the clinic.
The Los Angeles Board of Harbor Commissioners seeks a no interest state loan to build small craft mooring and launching facilities in the Fish Harbor and North Basin Cabrillo area. Robert A. Day said the request will be made around March 1 with $1 million available this year and more funding later. The port may issue revenue bonds for commercial development, while pursuing state aid without jeopardizing bond activity.
California State College at Long Beach faces a delayed decision on its next president. Two top CSLB candidates are expected to be presented to the Board of Trustees at the Feb 24–25 session with a final choice announced soon after.
The Salt and Pepper Actor's Workshop opened with a public performance of black out comedy sketches before a capacity crowd at 2020 Atlantic Ave. Notables included Cal Brown and Larry Hagman, with Sidney Poitier among others touted for future participation. The six month old ghetto based group offers free drama tutoring to about 40 students aged 13 to 60 and seeks funds to support Salt and Pepper Theatre operations and community shows.
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