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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Jul 14, 1968

Page

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Rundberg and Starr Convicted of Bribery in Harbor Case

A Los Angeles jury found Rundberg and Starr guilty of bribery in a case tied to the Harbor Commission. They face 1 to 14 years in prison and permanent disqualification from public office. Judge William B. Keene scheduled sentencing for August 15.

Rundberg Starr Keene Diane Michael Montagna Montagna Los Angeles Sam Yorty Harbor Commission Smith Medical Science Laboratories Torrance William B. Keene California

Saigon on high alert as Red attack fears rise

Saigon remained on 100 percent alert Sunday amid fears of a major Communist assault. In central Vietnam's Quang Nam Province South Vietnamese forces reported 161 enemy deaths over two days, with government officials noting 16 of their own dead and 74 wounded. American units reported 37 North Vietnamese killed in clashes near Hue and Quang Tri, while no American casualties were reported.

Saigon UPS Quang Nam Vietnam U.S South Vietnam Hue USS Quang Tri City

California Sea Festival Treasure Hunt Page W-1

The California International Sea Festival features a fantastic treasure hunt with Iola Masterson reporting. Readers are urged to see Page W-1 for full details on the event and its location.

Iola Masterson

Clifford rejects immediate ceasefire in Vietnam plans

Secretary of Defense Clark M. Clifford said North Vietnam shows no restraint and is intensifying its war effort. He spoke before leaving for a close-up war tour and will report findings to President Johnson in Honolulu. He warned of a possible third round enemy offensive and said reductions require reciprocal restraint.

Washington Clark M. Clifford Vietnam Clifford North Vietnam U.S Pentagon Johnson Honolulu Charles Percy Bill Paris South Vietnam

Schoolyard clash prompts teacher visit

A little girl told her teacher that two boys were fighting in the schoolyard and that the boy on the bottom wants to see the teacher. The report captures a moment of concern with no further details.

DiSalle Plans Kennedy Nomination at Democratic Convention

Former Ohio Governor Michael V. DiSalle said he planned to nominate Senator Edward M. Kennedy for president at the Democratic National Convention. He noted Kennedy’s leadership in a troubled time after Robert Kennedy's death and said he had discussed the plan with other senators but not with Kennedy or his family. DiSalle released a letter to party leaders, congressmen, and delegates outlining his action.

Washington Michael V. DiSalle Ohio Edward M. Kennedy DiSalle Chicago Massachusetts Kennedy

Rockefeller proposes four stage Vietnam peace plan

New York Governor Nelson A Rockefeller outlines a four stage plan to end the Vietnam war by a phased troop withdrawal beginning with 75 000 US troops and an international supervising force. The proposal envisions ceasefire free elections and full North Vietnamese withdrawal followed by most Americans remaining in fixed bases.

New York Nelson A. Rockefeller Vietnam Rockefeller New York Hilton Hotel Paris Hanoi

ACTION LINE SERVICE OFFERS HELP FOR READERS

The notice advertises ACTION LINE at Box 230 Long Beach California 90801 and a telephone number 432 3451. Calls are answered Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. For general reader questions selected for public interest.

Long Beach Calif

Race Car Slams Grandstand Killing Two at Marne Track

A speeding race car left the Berlin Raceway grandstand area in Marne Michigan Saturday night plowing through spectators. Deputy Tom Gustin said two people were killed and 24 injured, with several in critical condition.

Marne Mich Berlin

Human bite pressure compared to shark bite in National Geographic

A reader asks how human biting pressure stacks up to an 814 foot shark with 18 tons per square inch. The answer notes human molar force of 50 to 65 pounds over a small area equals up to 20 000 pounds per square inch, while bite muscles sustain 200 to 300 pounds and nerves limit further pressure.

National Geographic Magazine M.D.O Long Beach John Flocken University of California Los Angeles

Safest places to ride out an earthquake

Advisory from Clifford R. Standing of the Southern California Disaster Office outlines the safest actions during an earthquake. Open fields are best outdoors, building doorways in urban streets, and interior corners or bathrooms in homes. stay away from windows, lights, and falling objects. In cars, move to open areas and avoid tall structures or poles. Remain stationary during the quake to prevent injuries from rapid exits.

M.D.M Long Beach Clifford R. Standing Southern California Disaster Office Los Angeles

Home loan dispute over promissory note and rents

A Long Beach reader asks ACTION LINE about recovering a paid off five year Colwell Company loan from Los Angeles. The company says a release of assignment was sent June 13 and notes all documents remain on file to protect borrowers.

Colwell Company Los Angeles Action Line C.A.G Long Beach

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