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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

May 17, 1976

Page

9

Bill to extend police and fire disability benefits

The California Supreme Court ruling allows a retired police officer or firefighter who dies or is disabled by heart attack hernia pneumonia or tuberculosis to collect up to 119 dollars a week plus medical costs regardless of time since retirement. Public safety workers would gain a five year automatic work related illness presumption under Senate Bill by Howard Way. The measure faces opposition but supporters call it fair to employers and taxpayers and urge legislators to pass it.

California Supreme Court Police Howard Way Exeter Way

California governor mansion near Capitol stirs reuse talk

In Carmichael, a suburb 14 miles from the Capitol, a 12,000 square foot California governor’s mansion prompts discussions of alternative uses. Residents and planners weigh suitability and potential future occupancy as redevelopment ideas emerge.

Carmichael Capitol

Mansion Sale Considered For California Executive Home

A report discusses moves to sell the governor’s mansion in California. State officials debate use of proceeds to fund a new executive mansion near the Capitol while maintenance and security costs continue. Senator Alfred Alquist of San Jose raises the legal issues and potential sale plan.

Brown Alfred Alquist San Jose Reagan Alquist Capitol

Washington Goofy Goings On Signal Turbulent Campaign Talks

Washington buzzes with conflicting signals as Ford campaigns in Michigan while Carter gains momentum in the Democratic race. Rockefeller eyes a brokered GOP path, Connally and Kissinger plot moves, and Carter garners unusual adviser support amid unpredictable primary aftershocks.

Madison Square Garden Ford Reagan Rockefeller New York Connally Carter Maryland Michigan California Washington

Letters on cancer care and politics from a community view

Readers discuss the relationship between community physicians and cancer centers, praising two-way communication and mutual trust while criticizing a Parade article. The letter also critiques political rhetoric around welfare, taxation, and a presidential candidate, urging grounded civic dialogue. Leah Dana Seykora is honored for lifelong music education in Long Beach.

Parade Magazine Comprehensive Cancer Center Robinson Association of Community Cancer Centers Gale Kattrhagen Bethesda

Sacrificial lamb theory sparks Hearst trial debate

Jealousy of the rich is cited as undermining Patricia Hearst's fair trial. Advocates call her a traumatized, confused young woman and praise a judge attempting to understand her plight amid public anger at the world.

Patricia Hearst

Best of the Press Word to the Wise

A collection of quips from various papers noting advice about caution in daily life, the folly of easy outs, and shifts in attitudes toward family roles. It frames humor and wisdom across multiple local sources including Dallas Weterson Milwaukee Maryville Oakland and Washington.

Tribune Maryville Post Washington Oakland

Cardozo maxim on fair vs perfect trial concepts

The author recalls Justice Cardozo’s idea that every defendant is entitled to a fair trial, not a perfect one. The note links this to a view where conservatives seek fair legislation while liberals pursue perfect laws, illustrating a practical distinction in political thinking.

Supreme Court Cardoz Cardozo Cardozé

Independent Press Telegram Leadership and Staff Roll

The Independent Press Telegram lists Miles E Lines as executive editor and Larry Allison as managing editor with Don Ohl overseeing editorials. Bert Resnik is assistant managing editor and Don Hastings serves as Sunday editor.

Miles E. Lines Larry Allison Don Ohl Bert Resnik Don Hastings

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