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Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1970
Page
5
A brief, chaotic report notes a fierce fire at a residential yard sparked by a large liquid used for cleaning. Firemen battled the blaze, ceasing efforts after it threatened nearby structures. No injuries are mentioned.
The report notes plans for a hotel operation awaiting supervisorial approval and Newport Beach sanction. County officials discuss lease terms and minimum monthly payments amid concerns over potential revenue loss as Dunes previously bought only a portion of output. Local figures include Baker and references to oil firms and safety details from Atlantic Richfield.
City Manager Lee Risner is expected to be dismissed by the Seal Beach City Council around Sept. 2 after a 3-2 vote in an executive session. The move, linked to controversy, may violate a city charter provision restricting firings within 90 days of a new council. Meanwhile the council ordered resignations from all city boards and commissions, prompting mixed reactions and refusals to resign from several members.
A grant was awarded to the Salk Institute in San Diego for research on the effects of certain oral contraceptives. The program funds will support advanced study led by a recognized expert in the field.
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