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Newspaper
Independent Long Beach
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1950
Page
2
The Seventh Councilmanic seat should be filled promptly with a declared election date after Herb Klockstein is sworn in as assemblyman. Informal date setting helps candidates plan campaigns and avoids delays while ensuring representation for the district.
Chamber of Commerce nominates City Councilman Clarence F. Wagner for the American Druggist citation honoring outstanding public service. Mayor Chace endorses. Wagner, Long Beach pharmacist and former mayor, has long served on the city council and led local civic groups.
Sacramento reports a weather break saved California from a second major flood disaster in two weeks. About 1600 fled the American River area and 3000 fled near Marysville as levees and rivers rose, with thousands aiding flood control. Most residents were told they could return home, while fresh storms loomed offshore and forecasters warned of possible rain in 24 to 72 hours.
The United States Customs Collector ordered the Norwegian motorship Igadi to unload 24 000 pounds of silicon steel bound for Red China. To remove the steel the ship must unload 1 400 000 pounds of other cargo, delaying departure and costing about 15 000 dollars.
The Peterson Post American Legion hosts an 8 p.m. meeting this evening featuring a Hawaiian ensemble and dancers performing at the Veterans Building.
A wallet containing $90 was reported missing and then recovered yesterday by Nelly C. G. Schupeert at 1811 W. Zist Street. Police confirmed the return and advised tracking for future losses.
Chamber of Commerce directors voted to urge local congressional representatives to oppose extending rent controls beyond December 31. They noted under current law communities may extend controls six months past December 1 and said no further action is needed now. They also saw no need for federal price and wage controls at this time.
Herbert C. Legg, Downey businessman and former Long Beach city manager, is sworn in as Los Angeles County Supervisor for the First District. He appoints George Turner as field deputy and Hugh Dynes as assistant field deputy. Marge Pierce will be his secretary. Legg defeated William A. Smith by 70,058 votes, 196,175 to 126,077, carrying 36,437 Long Beach votes to Smith’s 16,554. Roger W. Jessup was elected chairman of the county board.
Free chest X ray stations in downtown Long Beach received a refreshed look after painting and lettering by union labor. Buffums, Walkers, and Sears corners hosts saw crews led by Roscoe Brewer of a contractor, with Local 256 painters and Local 831 sign painters, aided by Dutch Boy Paint Store.
Members of a Lakewood business association in Los Cerriton Diagonal and Viking Way planned a giant throne in front of a bank for Santa to sit beside a decorated tree. Gifts for children were to be handed out, but Santa's arrival depended on a local volunteer stepping forward to fill the role.
A weather bulletin reports high tides today possibly reaching 8.2 feet at Pai. A related entry notes a price of 15 dollars and a seal feature at 1208 Sl Beat. Tide projections indicate a strong rise, around US foot.
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