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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Mar 04, 1960

Page

3

Agadir Quake City Sealed Amid Mass Burials and Search

Agadir was sealed off as rescue squads battled pestilence and searched for survivors and the dead. Officials say 2,450 bodies have been buried in mass graves and large areas remain unchecked. Crown Prince Hassan ordered scorched rubble leveled despite risk to trapped people. Fifty US Marines and 1,500 cars and heavy equipment aided the effort.

Camp Tite Ak Agadir Mordeto Agadir Mawlay Hassan Oiden

De Gaulle warns Algeria rebellion to end with victory

President Charles de Gaulle told French forces in Algeria that Paris will not settle the Algerian crisis until a decisive victory against rebels is achieved. He spoke during a tour of the fighting areas, stressing France’s continued presence and control in the region.

ALGI Charles de Gaulle France Algeria de Gaulle Alperka Chen

New ICBM Sag in Next Pollslaunched Force for Nixon on Tether

The piece reports a Minuteman ICBM test at Edwards Air Force Base with a tethered launch in a ground silo test. It discusses political forecasts around Nixon and a potential slide in polls, noting advisers expect a temporary gain for Nixon and a looming reckoning in GOP support.

Nixon Edwards Air Force Upi Harian

Pakistan to adopt metric system next year

Rawalpindi report says Pakistan will adopt the decimal coinage system next year and replace the British weights and measures system with metric standards as government plans proceed.

Pakistan Rawalpindi

Senator Morse tore up gag rule petition in Senate clash

In Washington a heated exchange over limiting debate led Senator Morse to file a gag rule petition he then tore to pieces before the Senate, provoking sharp commentary from Senator Morton who denounced the action as a grandstand move by Morse, a former Republican.

Washington Wayne Muse D-Ore Thruston J. Morton R-Ky Pettion Morse Sen Listes Lt D-Aky Morton Republican National Committee Morse Mator Mars Tead Senate GOP Iago

Stated killer linked to string of crimes across states

Police said Edwards, released from a mental hospital, drifted south leaving a crime trail. Witnesses reported a man visiting a residence, later returning with a gun to rob a housewife and kidnap a daughter. Authorities noted prior incidents in Bakersfield and Fresno as part of the suspect’s pattern.

Art Mckenzie Mckenzie Belives Edwards California

Shearwater Crew Rescues 2 Youths After Dinghy Crash

The Shearwater rescued two youths, Scott Agan and Michael Johnson, after their 14 foot outboard struck a buoy offshore from The Reef restaurant at Pier A in Long Beach harbor. Captain George Cummings turned the 65-foot vessel around and saved the boys who clung to a buoy until pulled aboard by first mate Dee Gripes.

Shearwater Long Beach Harbor George Cummings Scott Agan Lime Ave Michael Johnson Tondale Aoy Dee Gripes Cummings Duwne Lawit Loop

Lucille Ball Sues for Divorce in Continued Report

Lucille Ball files for divorce in a continuing story from page A-1. The action follows years of public attention and centers on her marriage to Desi Arnaz. Officials note ongoing legal proceedings and anticipated court dates.

Plane Limpson 3 Engines Co. in a Rough Presidential Trip

A fragmented report recounts President Eisenhower's 1959 tour via Rio de Janeiro and Brasilia. It mentions Desilu Productions ties, a reported crash, and a Brazilian embassy reception. The piece notes logistical glitches, inexperience of South American officials, and delayed arrivals amid torrential rain and car troubles.

Puey Desilu Productions Navy Rio de Janeiro Brasilia Brasil Kubitschek Ike Sini

Desilu Era Roots In Desi Arnaz Lucy TV Pact

TV reports show Desi Arnaz and Lucille Ball agreeing on joint custody of their children after their split. The couple formed Desilu while starring on I Love Lucy, later evolving into a major production unit that bought RKO Studios and propelled their television empire.

TVE Miss Ball Arnaz Pesty Y Television Hille Wased von Meir Desilu H Lucy

Understanding Federal Income Tax Questions Series

A five part series begins Monday in The Independent answering who must file a return and what income counts. AP writer James Marlow details essentials for individuals filing their own federal taxes.

Independent Associated Press Jimes Marlow

Witnesses Rebuked at Conspiracy Trial

The trial features George A. Hewlett Long Beach National Bank cashier who admitted embezzling funds tied to Hendrickson. Judge Bicks questions corporate consideration while records show Hendrickson’s heavy losses across multiple ventures. Testimony includes Max Perberg and Alfred Goedde criticized for memory gaps, and Beverly Hills banker-contractor Lloyd Whaley denying authorized cashier’s checks without cash. Hewlett’s death by suicide last May adds to the case rhetoric and impending testimony from his widow Esther.

George A. Hewlett Long Beach National Bank Hendrickson Judge Bicks Kennedy Beverly Hills Maxwell Perberg Tamen Qr Iberg Etterhead Hen‘rickson Perlberg Kendrickson Mendrickson Alfred T. Goedde Long Beach Adelinty Whaley Newleth Hewlett Jast

Union O&G and Texas Firm Approve Merger Plan

Stockholders of Cron Ob & Gas Corp of Larissa and We Test Nanna Casselaie Corp approved merging the two concerns into a single entity based here. Boards of both companies recommended action. Union O&G holds major stakes and is headquartered in Houston while Texas Natural Gasoline is in Tulsa. Richard Lyons of Union and John Oxley of Texas Natural Gasoline led votes in favor.

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