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Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1961
Page
3
Editorial argues Khrushchev’s claims to abandon manned aircraft were bluster. It notes Moscow displayed diverse crews at Tushino and suggested Soviet missile progress lagged. The piece contends American militarists rely on manned bombers and accuses Soviet leadership of duplicity.
Gina Lollobrigida walked out on Premier Khrushchev at the Moscow Film Festival opening. Her explanation cited wanting a bath and a moment to compose herself after an awkward exchange.
The Joint Committee on Atomic Energy backs an 85 million proposal to install power facilities at Hanford Washington, citing economic and defense benefits. Congressman Rosmer notes 25 nuclear experts show no consensus, with many arguing civilian tech gains are limited and funds could be better spent, underscoring Congress’s difficult decision.
The piece argues that solving the maritime strike through the Goldberg committee risks U S national defense. It notes unions seek higher wages while blocking American vessels from foreign flags like Panama and Liberia, a move that could undermine wartime capacity. It warns of economic costs, possible shifts to European registries, and reduced pay on flag of necessity ships.
In a closed agriculture committee vote, 15 Democrats backed preserving the family farm while 15 Republicans and Dixiecrats opposed. Key figures included Abernethy, Hoeven, May, Cooley, Albert, and Quie, with notes on A. Mey and others who supported small farmers amid partisan lines.
A columnist recalls readers letters on the prominence of 40 in scripture and legend from Moses and Jesus to sanctuaries and royal measures. The piece notes a Califor nia divinity teacher highlighting repeated uses of 40 across cultures, while suggesting science may later reinterpret such counts as clues to deeper patterns.
Oscar Langdale of 2320 Linden Ave questions how a pardon could be granted to Nathan Leopold and Loeb amid their murder of a child. He links the issue to local politics and bond issues, urging voters to demand clear motives and governance questions before upcoming elections.
The City Council discussed delaying a charter change vote and proposing a special election in late October. A four month review period for the charter by the committee was proposed, with amendments or a new charter as options.
The Independant shows staff roles including Ridder publisher Harold M Hines assistant publisher Samuel C Cameron general manager Larry Collins Jr business manager Larry Collins Sr columnist Malcalm Enity executive Miles E Sinea managing editor Natl advertising reps Ridder Johns Inc with offices in New York Chicago Detroit Minneapolis 202 Fashion Tower Los Angeles 3242 8th St San Francisco 110 Sutter St Washington News Bureau and Albee Building details note current ties are maintained at their offices.
A survey finds American and French crows react similarly to crow signals while dog barks and pig grunts vary by language. Dogs speak different sounds in French German Russian Chinese, while cats remain closer across tongues. Readers invited to pose questions.
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