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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Jun 17, 1958

Page

12

Young Lifer Found Guilty of Killing Store Employee

Robert Williams, 20, convicted of first degree murder in the November 20, 1955, Harbor City motel operator slaying linked to Ralph Burgess killing. Williams, already a Folsom prison lifer for prior crimes, faced life sentence with possible consecutive term. Judge Vasey delayed sentencing to review progress. jurors deliberated about two hours. Williams showed little emotion at verdict. no statements from defense or prosecution in court.

Robert Williams Folsom Williams Harbor City McKinney Furniture Wrlt Superior Court Beachten de Vasey Pacific Coast Hwy Duteess Burgess Lynn di Comptex

Praise for Adult School Board Achievements Highlighted

Board members and administrators received praise Monday from Mrs. Forrast. E. Glark of the University Women's Club of Long Beach for the adult education program’s success. She cited a year long study showing sound educational basis and economical, high quality teaching reaching a broad community. The group also announced plans for further study of class sizes curricula and school financing. The board also accepted a gift of 2k new books for the Los Cerritos school Library from Mrs. Chares Campbell.

Board of Education Forrast E. Glark University Women's Club of Long Beach Clark Citizens Council For Public Education Eee Los Cerritos School Library Chares Campbell Weston PL

Mexico City Yard Launches First Steel Ship

The Veracruz yard launched a 750 ton steel vessel to be named Mexico, the first steel ship built in Mexico. Test trials are planned for September.

Mexico City Upi Veracruz Mexicico Mexico

Salesman blocks plane in bid for saleswomen

MEMPHIS UP I George A Gattas 27 a salesman believed nothing should stand in the way of business He outran a Southern Airlines DC3 in a station wagon to block the plane at the airport He was fined $26 in city court for trespassing He said his sales ladies made the plane

Memphis UPI George A. Gattas Gattas Southern Airlines

River Plunge Kills 30 Near Lagos Nigeria

Thirty people died Monday night near Ab Dokuta when a passenger truck plunged into a flooded river. The disaster highlights dangerous roads during the rainy season and raises questions about safety standards for water crossings and vehicle maintenance in the region.

Lagos Nigeria Abdokuta Apassenger

Dyna-Soar Spacecraft Planned by Air Force and Partners

Plan for a boost glide space plane named Dyna-Soar earmarks about 150 million dollars for development. Glenn L. Martin Aircraft Co Boeing and Aerodynamic specialists will build the craft capable of orbiting Earth multiple times at high speed and returning its pilot, or functioning as an unmanned weapon launched like a ballistic missile.

Washington Air Force Glenn L. Martin Aircraft Co Boeing ‘Airplane Co Worce National Advisory Committee For Arronautits

Pontiac's latest car blends bold firsts with top value

Pontiac showcases a new model highlighting bold innovations and quality. Engineers promise sustained leadership as casual inspection reveals a strong value proposition and sophisticated detailing.

America Pontiac

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