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Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Jan 29, 1976

Page

7

Convict pleads guilty after winning appeal

Johnny Blair, 20, who successfully appealed his 1973 murder conviction in the slaying of seven month old Tasha Lucas near Poly High School, pleads guilty to the reinstated murder charge in Long Beach Superior Court. Sentencing set for Feb 10.

Johnny Blair Poly High School Jas Long Beach Superior Court Blair Elsworth M. Beam Los Angeles Long Beach Tasha Lucas

Campaign to jail rapists aims to boost trials

Los Angeles County District Attorney John Van De Kamp announced a special program to prosecute more rapists. A woman director will oversee trained deputy district attorneys chosen for tact and sensitivity to victims, ensuring cases stay with one prosecutor through all stages. In 1974 only 188 of 1659 forcible rape arrests went to trial and 29 to prison. The program, directed by Deputy D A Jean Mattsinka, takes effect February 23.

Dist Atty John’ van de Kamp van de Kamp Los Angeles County Jean Mattsinka

Burglars Pry Front Door at Model Home Furniture Center

Burglars pried the front door of Model Home Furniture Center at 3086 Atlantic Ave and stole television sets valued at unknown amount. Police investigate the break in and request tips from the public.

Model Home Furniture Center Atlantic’ Ave

Rental Advertiser Swarmed With Calls

Mrs. Edward Fekjar of Gundey dyes found that advertising an empty apartment in the Independent Press-Telegram classified ads drew many inquiries. She quickly secured a tenant, minimizing loss of rental income. IPT Classified ads offer fast, economical results. call 432.5959 for expert advice.

Edward Fekjar Gundey Press-Telegram Fekjar

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