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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Mar 16, 1960

Page

4

Smog Control Debates Split Over Wide or Narrow Program

The State Senate Transportation Committee opened hearings on smog controls. Proposals split between a statewide, compulsory plan to certify exhaust devices within three years and a county option approach. Advocates warn piecemeal actions fail and urge a nationwide standard for anti smog devices on cars.

State Senate Transportation Committee Senate Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Richard Richards California Ronald Cameron Brown County Boards of Supervisors Los Angeles Basin Orange County

One Way Street Plan Reopens City Debate

The city council held a hearing on the present one way street system amid broad opposition and support. Citizens complained the pattern harms business while officials called for a careful, long term review before any snap judgment.

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Finch jury deliberations likened to circus atmosphere

Reports describe the Finch jury room as chaotic with love notes and threats amid racial resentments and a foremanship dispute. The 12 jurors deadlocked, raising questions about whether any accord could be reached under such conditions. Citizens should act with heightened seriousness during deliberations.

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House Bill Threatens U S Wages and Jobs, Experts Say

In Washington a stalled measure, H.R. A, could push American firms to expand abroad, exporting low-cost goods back with no taxes until profits are brought home. Critics warn it would erode domestic jobs, wages, and tax revenues while worsening the trade deficit. The bill, supported by some Republicans and Democrats, faced intense questioning and was laid aside for further consideration.

Washington Meas Tucker Ure H.R. A United Stat Department of Commerce United States Hale Boggs Louisiana Hese Bopes Usand Dent France

Navy Band Insurance Quick After Rio Crash

Navy secured immediate insurance coverage for its bandsmen after a Rio de Janeiro crash that killed 19. The piece details disputed timing of coverage, earlier denials, and how the Navy arranged a $20,000 per man policy through North America Insurance Co. via McLaughlin and Co. to cover air travel from February 28 to March 5.

Navy Rio Mckinley South America Santiago Andes Rio de Janeiro Latin America South American Aly Sime Arington Zetty Ile Mand Maingines Washington Bureau of Personnel Fotal McLaughlin and Co Nin

Retirement crisis prompts national inquiry and local clubs

Readers respond to a town meeting on the average man’s retirement. Sam, age 58, denied employment amid a growing elderly population and rising poverty. The letter urges contacting Sen Pat McNamara to obtain a report and a Packard Motors case study, while a separate note promotes lawn bowling for seniors at Recreation Park and invites participation.

Fred T. Abram Jawn Jetter Abram Sam Ao Inean U. S.A Pat McNamara Committee On Labor and Public, Welfare United Atutes Senate Wishipton D.C

Nothing So Strong as Idea in Season

A personal essay argues that ideas outlive arguments and battle endurance. The author recalls debates where being defeated strengthened later belief, noting that persistent ideas can crack resistance and seed future change despite present opposition. He cites Goethes line that nothing is stronger than an idea whose time has come.

Tim Andy Goathe

Remember When Inspections Highlight Belmon t Pier Repairs

City Engineer reports repairs worth 75000 dollars needed on Belmon t pier due to salt water and air corrosion. Large cracks in pilings and cross beams. some piles disintegrated. Funds sought to complete work. Elizabeth Hicks and Clan Callender return from southern links tour with trophies to Long Beach. M. Reid announces candidacy for re election with no opposition. J W Steele and Harry Shingh among proposed council candidates.

Belmont Pier Ony Elizabeth Hicks Clan Callender Pollduim Mingh Long Beach Virgina Country Club Nowland M. Reid J. W. W. Steele Ol Langford Harry Shingh

Quotes From Today’s United Press Wire

Atlanta reports 77 Negroes arrested during integration protests. Washington covers William Wyler denying Communist infiltration in Hollywood propaganda. Ely recounts Randy Cum sbie family survival after a pine crash in Nevada mountains. San Francisco notes a Soviet sailors note thanking the U S Navy crew for saving them after a Pacific disaster.

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