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Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1957
Page
1
Washington AP report says Congress considers an income tax cut as soon as January 1. Democrats and Republicans debate budget restraint amid Eisenhower's peacetime spending, with the fate of tax relief tied to the 1958 budget year and potential cuts without harming vital national interests.
Police report two cleaning shops Hy. Tone Cleaners at 400 E. 3rd St. and Uptown Cleaners at 1202 Wardlow Rd were robbed Tuesday afternoon and evening. A single calm, poorly dressed male claimed $371 from the two sites, with the first holdup at 4 p.m. and the second at 5:10 p.m. In a separate incident, two clerks at Lowllis Department Store on Viking Way were forced to hand over $178 from two card registers by a man wielding a gun.
Survivors told how the fishing boat hull split and sank after striking a submerged object 10 miles south of Ensenada. Armando Palafox, 42, of Ensenada, credited with guiding others to shore, survived with emotions. Victims included Americans William Bernard Fahey Jr, 41, of Van Nuys. W A Gorton, 65, North Hollywood. John J. Bender, 28, location unknown. Henry Snyder, 62, Pasadena. John L. Handley, 31, Pasadena. Oscar Vega, 24, crewman of the boat. The boat departed Ensenada at 6 am Monday.
The dispute between Governor Knight and Democrats signals high stakes for next year’s state elections. Democrats attack the governor over Burton Abbott’s San Quentin gas chamber execution, alleging he should have waited for more evidence before delaying. The governor defends having all facts presented to the court and jury.
Moscow officials avoided outright rejection of advance通知 on atomic test explosions and international observation proposed by Eisenhower and Macmillan at Bermuda. They urged a radical prohibition and insisted a broader disarmament accord is needed to curb testing and weapon development. Britain in London also rejected Tokyo protests over Libombest staging near Chelatmag Island and called tests in the Pacific essential to the free world.
Washington report notes United States overestimates Russian strength and that military budgets could be cut to protect the economy. Thomas told Long Beach leaders that Tunisia is strong but not as strong as believed, and he praised Navy reductions as affordable risks. He and a Long Beach delegation discussed the USS Long Beach and thanked Congressman Hosmer for backing the ship.
Olympic champions Harold Connally and Olga Fikotova invite Czechoslovak President Antonin Zapotocky to be guest of honor at their Prague wedding amid reports Zapotocky may have cleared the way for the marriage. Connally, 26, and Fikotova, 24, spoke by phone of their plans as Paris, London, and Prague sources note the event draws wide attention.
A new 40 bed chronic disease unit will be built adjacent to Community Hospital on city land north of the existing structure. Planned by Hugh R Davies & Associates, the one story cement block building covers 14 000 square feet and includes a nurses station pantry dining room and terrace. State and federal funds totaling 107 000 have been allocated with the balance from the hospital. Construction is to start within weeks with bids to be sought by City Treasurer Sam E. Vickers.
Washington AP reports Dave Beck, late Teamsters Union leader, invoked the Fifth Amendment to avoid answering if he took more than 320000 of union funds for personal use. He refused to say if he lied about borrowing 300000 to 400000 from the union over a decade, while under Senate scrutiny. He may face contempt charges, possible AFL-CIO action, and pressure to resign as he defends himself in court. He argued immunity was his constitutional right, as investigators cited loans, home purchases, and personal expenses funded by union money.
Snowbound plains report 35 deaths and widespread damage as the weekend storm clears the Ohio Valley. Eight exposures and 15 traffic fatalities tied to carbon monoxide poisonings and exertion, with Texas Illinois Kansas Nebraska Indiana Missouri New Mexico Iowa among affected states. Rescue efforts mobilize as highways reopen and services normalize after a vast rescue and repair operation.
Long Beach council hears a bid for a one range pay raise for city workers amid discussion of health and welfare benefits. A public hearing is set for April 30 at 10:20 a.m. with Local 142 and Municipal Employes pushing for the plan and possible annexation debates continuing.
Dorothy Dandridge sues Confidencial Inc claiming a May magazine article defamed her with malice and caused embarrassment. The suit seeks two million dollars. City actions include budget session reviews and reannexation plans for Long Beach areas amid municipal mosquito control efforts.
The article reports the death of Edouard Herriot, a grand old man and former premier, who passed away on Tuesday. It notes a columnist Drew Pearson whose feature on defense secretary Wilson referenced a nuanced, personable view, signaling page references A-2 and 8 for full context.
A safety note from WM warns drivers to dim headlights at night in fog, reduce glare for oncoming traffic, and avoid distractions. The fragment mentions turning on the radio loud if lights are absent and suggests not engaging with passengers to drown out crash noise, reflecting a cautionary tone.
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