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Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1959
Page
1
City Manager Sam E. Vickers faces serious jeopardy as councilmen expect a motion to remove him or offer resignation within weeks. The earliest likely date is June. Vickers and several council members will miss the next meeting to attend hearings before legislative committees and the State Lands Commission in Sacramento.
The Federal Housing Administration ended its ban on mortgages for about 230 homes in the Cunningham-Brittain Tract and nearby Stratford Square area near Long Beach Municipal Airport. FHA officials say about 20 homes valued around 15 000 each could be affected, with possible reversal if runways extend closer.
A four man team of expert river pilots searched the Colorado River rapids for 65 year old Lakewood resident Frank A Rich missing since his boat swamped Sunday. His wife Lillian 64 was rescued Tuesday after two days ad two nights wandering in the southern Utah desert near Moab. Dr Adelbert F Rich and his wife from Cedar City Utah were aboard the 15 foot hardtop boat with Richs when it overturned. The Riches accompanied by their son and daughter in law were part of a 196 mile Friendship Tour with some 500 boaters. The rescue party hopes to reach the rapids area by afternoon.
President Eisenhower signed a bill increasing Railroad Retirement Act pensions by 10 percent and unemployment benefits for rail workers by 20 percent. The measure adds 52 weeks of unemployment compensation for laid off workers with 15 or more years of service, amid opposition from certain groups and support from rail unions claiming one million members. Labor Secretary James P. Mitchell briefed AFL-CIO leaders after the signing. In Mississippi, FBI arrests were anticipated in the Parker lynching case, with sources saying several suspects would be arrested soon. Mack Charles Parker, 23, was shot after being abducted from jail by masked men following a rape charge.
Audrey Hepburn wife of Mel Ferrer is reportedly expecting a child in the coming year after completing a film in Mexico. She was injured in a fall from a stallion during location shooting. NASA awarded Callery Chemical Co. a 175000 contract to study a new classified rocket propellant Hi-Cal developed under Navy contracts for higher payload.
A fragment notes a debate on the role of mathematics in solving world problems. One side argues math can predict and solve issues, while the opposing view questions its reach and implications.
A 22 year old Bellflower mother, Rosemarie Carreon, was jailed after her month old son Antonio died of a fractured skull and injuries. Investigators say autopsy results will determine if a murder complaint is filed. Carreon admitted rough handling and multiple falls, with malnutrition and inflamed lungs noted.
Prospective juror Irene Randolph caused disruption in a Federal Court by declaring she is a housewife from Chester and that her husband is the warden of the Illinois State Penitentiary. She was excused immediately after stating her details.
Michigan farmer Stanley Yankus sailed for Australia to seek freedom he says is denied in the United States after a $5,072 fine for farming 35 acres despite a 15 acre limit. He vows to "down under" as he believes social security and farm subsidies erode rights, aiming to start anew in Australia.
Hewlett, 40, assistant vice president of the US National Hank and manager of its North Long Beach branch, shot himself in a vacant lot. He left a note admitting embezzlements and saying the money was gone as San Rafael businessman John R. Hendrickson’s affairs are probed by a federal grand jury.
Florida travelers reportedly toured Moscow and met Premier Khrushchev on Tuesday, with Moscow Radio reporting their Kremlin reception and a brief exchange.
Geneva dispatch reports U S warns Eisenhower would skip summit if Moscow sets new Berlin deadline. Gromyko proposes three Berlin solutions including withdrawal or neutral force, while Western ministers push back. Couve de Murville warns the Soviet plan would plunge Germans into despair.
Independent nomination of Lewis Strauss to a cabinet post narrowly passed a committee on Tuesday amid pre vote activity. Defense Secretary Mel Elroy reportedly cancels resignation plans, with coverage on page D-1.
Kansas City reports say Mrs. Harry S. Truman’s left breast tumor was benign after a two hour, 45 minute operation. Pathologists tested 10 samples plus lymph nodes. preliminary frozen tissue tests matched. Mrs. Truman, 74, and former President Truman expressed relief and gratitude as they await full recovery.
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