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Newspaper
Independent Long Beach
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1952
Page
2
The Beverly Hills Hotel room of comedian Red Skelton erupts in quarrel as he speaks to a newsman about his failed marriage. A press agent struggles nearby while Skelton declares he is deeply in love but cannot go on. The scene ends with the line going dead and the agent pulling the phone from the wall.
San Diego based Tuna Boat Association says a new Dec 23 law barring aliens from fishing in American ports will impose hardship on Portuguese and Italian fishermen long tied to the San Diego fleet. About 200 aliens are affected by the measure.
Richard A. McClain, 57, arrested on a lottery charge during a routine walk with two leashed dogs. Inspector John F. Driscoll said more than 5000 number plays were found on McClain and in the dogs’ collars.
The Lakewood Chamber of Commerce will vigorously oppose a county plan to prohibit liquor sales in county parks and golf courses, arguing Lakewood Country Club should remain exempt as the area’s key social hub for 100,000 residents. The Lakewood Taxpayers Association will discuss protests, while committee members note the ban could jeopardize the club’s operations and self-supporting lease arrangement.
A 300 foot sand area on the Ala imaitos Bay peninsula has vanished while grains laid years ago to bind the sand remain and pose danger to beachgoers. Substantial funds were spent on shore protection efforts with mixed results.
Weather Bureau reports daily highs and lows for major cities including Long Beach 65 and 42, New York 42 and 33, Los Angeles 62 and 44, Chicago 30, Seattle 7. Tides show high 5.8 feet at 9:56 a.m. and lows 2.7 and 0.4 feet at 3:40 a.m. and 5:34 a.m. Friday tides 3.5 feet at 2:31 a.m. and 10:34 a.m.
California Youth Authority asks 256000 to replace the Whittier detention building at Nelles School as officials condemn its 1918 cage-like isolation yards. Heman Stark labels the site the Black Hole of Calcutta while outlining a broader 3 million dollar CYA upgrade plan focused on outmoded facilities, parole screening, and new reception centers in Sacramento and Norwalk. A 400000 item would fund a 200 acre site for a future youth training center in Southern California.
Mrs. Kaycam Cambern of 1337 Elm Ave. asks for return of six ten dollar bills dropped near Fourth St. and Cherry Ave. after she cashed a hospital paycheck at noon at Harri man Jones Hospital. She is a sole supporter needing the rent before Dec. 18.
Citizens note rapid beach erosion that vanishes shoreline within minutes. Skeptics say municipal efforts remain insufficient as storms reshape coast. Local officials urge coordinated action and funding to protect public access and property.
Peter A. Giannini, 44, Santa Clara mayor and valley rancher, died suddenly at his home on Wednesday.
The defense rested Wednesday in the conspiracy trial of 13 leaders and members of the Communist party. Elizabeth Gurley Flynn and 12 others face possible five year terms. Flynn jailed for contempt after refusing to answer questions. The Lakewood Junior Chamber of Commerce will honor members for outstanding leadership on December 11 at 7:30 PM at Lakewood Country Club per President Gene Nebeker.
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