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Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1959
Page
2
Los Angeles council weighs rejecting the lowest Navy Landing bid over locality bias and charter rules. The Whittier bidder leads by a slim margin, risking legal challenges if bids are rejected. Proponents argue for open bidding to protect taxpayers and preserve the city manager’s businesslike control.
Washington leaders Arthur Godfrey and Sen. Richard L. Neuberger urged a Senate appropriations subcommittee to expand federal cancer research. The hearing, led by Sen. Len B. Hill, discussed funding for the coming fiscal year as a tribute to Dulles and others who died from cancer.
Godfrey urges a crash program of cancer research through the National Cancer Institute to fight the disease that killed Mr. Dulles. He backs a $75 million request as Eisenhower’s goal, while the House appropriated $83.3 million for the coming year. The institute held $75.3 million this year.
Coastal area forecast notes mostly sunny today with morning fog and variable winds. The report mentions coastal conditions, tides, moon phase, and temperatures with a general emphasis on California coast areas and a note on morning dew and fog persistence.
A fragmented notice lists charges by month with figures such as 92.00 and 24.00 and a 2004.00 entry, mentioning Seogie Copy in unclear context. The readable details indicate pricing for delivery and mail options, but the precise service or date context is missing.
Public opposition emerges to the bidding process while the council is expected to adhere to the charter they swore to uphold, with observers noting potential friction between citizens and officials.
Civil Aeronautics Board examiner Ralph D L Wiser recommended a one dollar per ticket surcharge and small rate increases for the 12 domestic trunk carriers to bolster earnings during the jet age transition. The plan aims to maintain a reasonable profitability level amid costs and industry changes.
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