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Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1958
Page
3
A narrator notes a man’s poised courtesy as two sailors in distress encounter a woman. He doffs his homburg, bows, and names a courteous greeting, illustrating perfect savoir-faire despite the tense moment. The scene underscores old‑fashioned decorum in a maritime setting.
Navy officials stated the eucalyptis grove at Los Alamitos and Garden Grove avenues did not contribute to the antisubmarine plane crash at Los Alamitos Naval Airbase. The mishap killed two pilots as investigators probed wreckage, with the spokesman noting the crash occurred far from trees. The Navy plans trimming and potential property acquisitions to protect runways to prevent future hazards. Rep. Craig Hosmer said no extension of air station avenues is contemplated under 1975 funding to safeguard approach zones and curb encroachment from nearby subdivisions.
Norwalk resident Lilian June Maranville, 45, who faced five days in jail for driving 50 in a 33 mph zone, was released after a friend raised the $350 fine. She had been lodged in crowded Orange County Jail while unable to pay in full, leaving eight children with her mother Mrs. Emma Higgins.
Coast Equipment Exchange of Long Beach submitted a low bid of 38769.90 dollars on Friday at city Hall for construction of an access road, parking improvements in Recreation Park woodland area, linking 6th and 7th Streets. The parking lot will serve Red Rendon Park Community Ride and the nine hole golf course clubhouse.
Police report a thief entered the Howard K. Armstrong residence at 262 Coronado Ave Friday and stole 26 U.S. Savings Bonds valued at 650 and $14 in cash. A window screen was pried or opened and the items were retrieved with a makeshift tool.
Sunday section highlights profiles of Sen. William F. Knowland and Gov. Goodwin Knight with career and platform insights. Includes Mrs Knowland in Parade Magazine and a note on Flynn comeback. Also mentions Bonus pay for teachers, Teenagers article Now tis Sweet Thirteen, Baja California economic boom, and Menico's Rip Van Winkle in Southlane Magazine.
Bus discussions and a chartered trip are planned for City Manager Sam E. Vickers. He will attend the 44th annual Golden Tours meeting in Dallas October 19 22 and 2:30 p.m. at the Municipal Recreation Center. A travelogue on deer hunting in Utah is on the program after the convention.
Philippine ambassador to the United States Romulo told reporters in Long Beach that U.S. policy toward Communist China is misunderstood by the press. He urged viewing Asia’s issues from world peace and national interests, insisting the UN must reject aggressor nations and uphold core principles.
Litigation over the Forest Lawn project was dropped from the Santa Ana court calendar. Jacob Van Leeuwen seeks an injunction to block a March 24 special election as opponents circulate petitions. Two ballot measures would ban human remains burials in the city and remove cemetery controls from the master zoning ordinance.
Former city fireman Hugh Malthe Dillon, 31, is charged by the district attorney with issuing worthless checks for the third time in under three years. He surrendered to Forest Lawn authorities after allegedly cashing bad checks totaling 850 dollars. The case ties to earlier rulings affecting the Forest Lawn Beach and Lancaster development project.
Amvets Posts 13 and 48 plan a joint installation at the Lafayette Hotel with a dinner. New commanders Eugene Speck Newman and Laster Glen will be installed by State Commander Harold Camp and Senior Vice Commander Earl Ash.
Local listings show a Singers Workshop at Municipal Auditorium predicting 7:15 pm with Carousel musical pieces, The Happiest Millionaire set for 8:30 pm at Community Playhouse, a Municipal Band concert at 2 pm, and the California State Fraternal Congress convention in Lafayette at the Lafayette Hotel.
A new $150,000 community building at MacArthur Park Anaheim St and Gundy Ave will be dedicated Monday at 7 30 pm. Mayor Raymond C Kealer and Councilman Gerald Desmond give speeches with Duane George as master of ceremonies. Municipal Band will perform a 30 minute concert prior to the dedication. The 2400 square foot building offers an auditorium library and other facilities financed from a $4 9 million park and recreation bond issue.
Ed Letson, president of the California Dolectore' Assi, notes growing female staff in collection agencies due to patience and humane approach. Norwalk’s Letson hosts a two day institute for agency personnel at the Lafayette Hotel, with over 100 expected attendees. CCA sponsors the sessions chaired by W. G. Ferry. faculty includes Sidney Joiner of Detroit.
John Haywood Williams, 4, was convicted Friday of second degree murder in the June 1 fatal beating of his Wilmington woman friend Henrietta Goode, 38, found at 1003 E Cruces St. Sentencing set for Nov. 14. Trial before Superior Judge Beach Vasey, no jury. Williams, a San Francisco resident, faced charges tied to a fatal struggle with a weapon. The case included details of a confrontation at the Buick-Oldsmobile Pontiac plant and labor dispute context with Local 218 and General Motors. Local union members voted on the ratification of the national contract, with initial tallies around 68% in favor, later adjusted to 66% as figures were withheld.
Edith N. Crutcher 77 of 3204 E Ind St died Friday. She served as regent of Gaviota Chapter and past president of Oxford College Club. Wife of the late Dr Lewis P Crutcher who chaired local boards and the State Board of Education and first Red Cross chairman. Survived by cousins Curtis M Brown and Enis Benson. Funeral 1 30 p.m. Monday at Helton Son chapel.
President Eisenhower asks Americans to observe Veterans Day on November 12 by renewing dedication to safeguarding the nation’s freedom. He frames the day as a call to preserve the country’s way of life and liberty.
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