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Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1959
Page
2
LA's budget column argues for curbing unemployment benefit increases as state finances waver. It warns that higher weekly pay and extended coverage would drain reserves, require payroll deductions, and risk inflation. The piece stresses worker apathy and lobbyist pressure in Sacramento, urging readers to contact legislators.
In Moscow Premier Khrushchev attributes his failure to fly to Kiev last Wednesday to a real toothache not a diplomatic illness. He said the cause of the coolness with British Prime Minister Harold Macmillan was his toothache rather than any political strain.
An unnamed ambassador recounts a Sunday interview about arthritis symptoms as Premier Khrushchev and Prime Minister Macmillan reportedly joked about the illness. The account cites a doctor’s tests and claims both leaders discussed the need for treatment, with unclear dialogue and multiple fragmented phrases.
Washington a pair of Senate leaders press President Eisenhower to mobilize four to five divisions as a bargaining signal over Berlin. Senator Jackson argues the United States would lose its status as a superpower if the West yields. In California a highway crash near Glendale leaves Breck and Miss Aken dead, while Earl Reid and Mike Purdy survive.
In long beach notes, British officials warn a May Berlin deadline may trigger worldwide calls for talks. East German and Russian preparatory talks probe ending Western access to West Berlin as U S and allied senators push for a firm stance and potential diplomatic muscle from Congress. Premier tensions mount as East Germany plans may heighten the standoff.
A seven year old boy kidnapped near Venice was found safe in Bishop after reporters noted the suspect Elwell had a history of mental instability and past charges. The boy’s family and authorities described relief at the safe return. President Eisenhower attended services at National Presbyterian Church with his grandson and a young relative.
Readable fragments describe a hotel at 220 E Ocean Blvd Long Beach offering meals and services. Mentions ocean views, breakfast, room features, and daily rates but details are garbled. Primary location and venue are Huntington Hotel with potential references to daily meals and occupancy.
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