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Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1975
Page
10
Editorial argues the U S criminal system lacks coherence and urges practical reforms. James Q Wilson of Harvard advocates concentrating detention on serious repeat offenders, reducing arbitrary prosecutorial actions, and testing policies rather than funding fears to improve crime control.
The piece outlines rising support for the death penalty amid arguments that homicide requires stronger deterrence. It notes state reactivations, 200+ death sentences, and a potential Illinois reform push plus court tests in North Carolina, with mixed scholarly views on deterrence and fairness.
The piece argues the death penalty cannot be just under current law. It cites Furman v Georgia, California and North Carolina cases, and Yale scholar Black's critique on due process failures. It notes death row figures since Furman and questions racial and procedural fairness.
The letter reflects Long Beach pride and debate about preserving artifacts and funding civic processes. A candidate thanks the city council, voters, and volunteers after a special Lakewood election, urging constructive post campaign engagement and continued influence within the system.
In Long Beach the Spruce Goose division sparks debate as residents react to its removal. Harold Coon calls the decision a regrettable faux pas while viewers praise the March 8 demonstration on Terminal Island. Museums eye displaying recovered parts, underscoring the aircrafts celebrated legacy.
A humorous editorial warns would be creators not to bypass the California Legislature with flashy ideas. It suggests that once a legislature is convinced a law will mandate broad adoption, even implausible devices like perpetual motion machines may be forced on the public.
A letter from Virgil R. Sams thanks the Bellflower Carson post office station for recovering an unstamped envelope containing legal papers and a check that had to reach the bank. The writer notes two phone calls and the envelope being returned with all papers secure in two hours. A special thanks is given to the supervisor of earners for efforts.
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