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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Oct 28, 1959

Page

2

Pope Hailed on Eve of First Anniversary

Vatican sources mark one year since Pope John XXIII began his pontificate amid tributes. He plans no ceremony today, with formal coronation anniversary set for November 4. Osservatore Romano lauds a serene yet dynamic year.

Vatican City UPI John Xxiiiie Vatican Sistine Chapel Angelo Giuseppe Cardinal, Roncalli Venice John XVII St. Peters Osservatore Romano Vatican Press Service

Miss USA Terry Huntingdon Talks Hollywood Debut

Terry Lynn Huntingdon 19, Miss USA, discusses a scene with actor Raymond Burr in Hollywood as she prepares for her film debut. She plays a suspected murderess in a Perry Mason episode, Burr portraying the title role.

Terry Lynn Huntingdon Raymond Burr Hollywood Burr

Jury Indicts 3 in Widow Slaying Near Downieville

Downieville district attorney announces murder indictments against three suspects in the death of 72 year old Pearl Putney. The body was found last Aug 16 in a forested area near Downieville. the precise time and cause remain undetermined. The grand jury, after hearing 20 witnesses, moves toward possible death penalty. The case centers on account of Mrs Putney’s cross country companion Larry Lord Motherwell, 43, charged formally. Dist Atty Gorton J. Smith says the state seeks the death penalty. In other news India and Russia agree to a 24 hour meteorological data teletype circuit linking New Delhi with New York Frankfurt and Tokyo.

Downieville Atty Gorton JF. Smith New Delhi India Russia New York Frankfurt Tokyo

Post Office Reveals Plans for Instant Mail System

Washington AP reports the Post Office Department is developing a coast to coast instant mail system via microwave radio or coaxial cables. Postmaster General Summerfield offered few specifics on readiness or cost, while Eisenhower noted a future possibility of near instantaneous long distance mail delivery.

Washington Post Office Department Iuesaly Arthur JE. Summerfield Summerfield Eisenhower Pony Express

Eisenhower to Hold News Conference Tonight

President Eisenhower will hold a news conference at 10:30 p.m. tonight, according to official announcements. The event will be covered by United Press International.

Washington UPI Eisenhower Willl

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