Spruce Goose to go on display in Long Beach Harbor
The Spruce Goose plane owned by Howard Hughes may become a Long Beach tourist exhibit. Air Museum of the West plans a museum at Pier KL, with Summa Corp funding and city talks under way.
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Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1977
Page
16
The Spruce Goose plane owned by Howard Hughes may become a Long Beach tourist exhibit. Air Museum of the West plans a museum at Pier KL, with Summa Corp funding and city talks under way.
The Spinners energized a 4060 plus crowd despite frigid weather at the New Greek Theater. John Edwards impressed as lead, delivering strong vocals on Could It Be I’m Falling in Love and How Could I Let You Get Away alongside Henry Fambrough. The ensemble’s harmony and onstage audience interaction earned a standing ovation, while opener Nancy Wilson struggled with unfamiliar material before the Spinners’ performance revived the night.
The Long Beach Symphony Orchestra launches its 11th season at Recreation Park, featuring conductor Don Ray and pianist Johnnie Cai And. The crowd of about 3,000 enjoyed a program blending Liszt, Gottschalk, Ginastera, and Estancia. Critics note Ray’s dynamic presence and call for a broader mix beyond Haydn, with upcoming programs including Bizet, Tchaikovsky, and Rodgers selections.
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