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Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1968
Page
1
The Action Line service invites inquiries and promises to solve problems. Readers may write Box 230 Long Beach California 90801 or call 432 3451 between 9 am and 1 pm or 5 pm and 9 pm Monday through Friday. Questions chosen for public interest.
Washington reports Congress faces a push for a broad gun control act as House panel deadlocks 16 to 16 on Johnson’s proposal while Senate committees study three stronger bills. President Johnson calls the voting delay a shock to public safety amid the Kennedy assassination fallout.
Letter from Mrs. K A Norwalk suggests placing price stickers on the underside of merchandise to avoid ugly blotches on plastic items after removal. She notes the adhesive leaves a visible spot even after cleaning.
A woman seeking an inclinometer for her spouse’s car learns two options from J. C. Whitney & Co. at 1917 Archer Ave Chicago. Prices listed 7.95 and 4.25. Other suppliers include Warshawsky Co. 1900 24 S State St Chicago Nuvonics Corp. North Salt Lake Utah and Pacific International Co. Wilmington California entries mention new and used units.
Four armed inmates seized 23 hostages after a failed jail break at the Atlanta federal penitentiary. One officer was grazed by a bullet. 22 hostages remained, including five women, as Warden Blackwell negotiated with a reporter to hear the inmates grievances.
UPI reports James Earl Ray, sought for the MLK assassination, remains the focus of a global probe. U.S. and U.K. authorities pursue extradition while imposing a news blackout as Ray moves from Brixton to Wandsworth Prison with police watching his cell. Scotland Yard investigates hotels Ray used under the alias Ramon Sneyd and seizes registration records.
Assembly Speaker Jesse M. Unruh and most of California's Kennedy delegates push for remaining uncommitted at the Democratic nominating process. They seek a candidate aligned with Robert F. Kennedy's views, citing opposition to Humphrey's Vietnam stance and urging a clear alternative before endorsing anyone.
Robert C. Kyme 22 of Topeka leaped through a half inch glass window while being questioned about vandalism at a karate school near Ocean Boulevard and 39th Place. He wore only undershorts and a red shirt and died after hitting a sprinkler head on a walkway.
Sirhan B. Sirhan, charged with murder in the Kennedy assassination, rejected two top lawyers Melvin Belli and F Lee Bailey as his defense. The Los Angeles County Bar Association will appoint counsel. A L Wirin of the ACLU said Sirhan does not want their services.
Governor Reagan said California has adequate gun-control laws but that courts fail to enforce them. He warned against easy answers after the Kennedy assassination while Assembly Speaker Unruh urged stricter controls. Reagan favored heavier penalties for carrying guns during crimes and tighter federal mail sales.
Long Beach detectives arrested Richard Terflinger Dennis Hanson and James Davis on suspicion of murder and robbery in the fatal shooting of Kenneth Voorhees 28 manager of a North Long Beach fried chicken shop. Police traced them to a Lakewood motel room where heroin was found.
City officials in New Berlin face rising tensions as the Reds tighten travel restrictions, prompting concerns of civil disruption and economic strain across the metro area. Local agencies coordinate contingency plans and monitor border points for security and safety.
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