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Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1967
Page
3
U.S. defense officials warn Minuteman 1 guidance and control problems have left about 40 percent of advanced Minuteman 1Ps and 10 percent of the total Minuteman force out of action. The Pentagon plans replacements toward Minuteman II and a new model, with readiness fluctuating as issues are addressed.
A 17-year-old Hawthorne youth died from a gunshot after a fight near Lennox Teen Post 212 at 14322 Lemon Ave. Donald Patton died at Gardena Hospital. Manuel G. Rivera, 23, of Banning, was booked on suspicion of murder after allegedly returning to apologize then shooting Patton in the stomach.
Two gunmen robbed the Crown Discount Department Store at about 6 p.m. Sunday, taking $3,000 to $4,000 after forcing manager Leitha Wiggins and employee Clyde Juana to the rear office. Wiggins was dumped half a mile from the store, while Juana’s car was left on Normandie Avenue as the suspects fled toward Los Angeles.
Meeting coverage details the discussion and outcomes of a gathering involving local black community members and law enforcement officials in Long Beach. Reported topics include community safety, cooperation with police, and efforts to address concerns raised by residents.
A former Poly High junior fullback jailed on suspicion of battery after a scuffle with Patrolman Michael M. Kunst and passenger injuries. Police discuss investigation. reports describe rising bugging activity, with experts noting covert recorders in everyday items and rising legal efforts from state and federal lawmakers to curb illegal eavesdropping.
Seven climbers vanished near Mt Kinley summit as a whiteout halted a rescue. Three bodies found at 18 000 feet. weather, fatigue, and radio issues forced a retreat. The missing four include Joe Wilcox led party and others from Eugene Portland Lafayette Provo Scarsdale Boulder. Rescue by Alaska Mountain Climbing Club continues when conditions improve.
Detroit faced ongoing curfew after riots that killed 41 and caused over 500 million dollars in damage. Governor Romney and Mayor Cavanagh, on NBC and Meet the Press, warned the nation that riots could spark civil guerrilla warfare nationwide. Both blamed Congress inaction and warned of hate groups arming as fires burned along 12th Street.
In Memphis 4000 National Guardsmen joined in silent prayer for racial peace after a week of unrest. They had been stationed to curb violence but were withdrawn as officials said tension eased. World Baptist Alliance mass meeting in Nashville prayed for an end to racial violence led by Dr. William R. Tolbert.
Portland, Milwaukee, Newburgh, Brooklyn, New Castle, Cleveland, Philadelphia, Rockford. crowds clash in racially tense incidents. Firebombs, window smashing, arrests reported. police guard streets and curb gatherings amid ongoing unrest across multiple cities.
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