July Building Permits Here $2,018,095
Construction permits issued last month by the Department of Building and Safety totaled $2,018,095, boosting the year’s tally to $17,488,298. Mor gan announced, noting 13 multi family structures worth $266,425 and designed for 2 families, plus one family and other housing projects. Repairs and alterations comprised $514,195, with 16 stores and offices at $487,700 and eight oil derricks at $64,500. June 1947 total was $3,160,240. July 1946 totaled $1,874,825 for 448 families.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Building and Safety
Charles P. Morgan
Agase
Jnly
Texans in Annual Picnic Tomorrow
Texan themed event in Bixby Park with 10 am start featuring Texas melodies, singing, and entertainment from across the state. Picnic dinner includes fried chicken, corn, black eyed peas, and striped watermelons. City officials and notable Texas figures will speak and greet attendees.
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Texas
Bixby Park
Texas Melodies
Rio Grande
Plains
the Panhandle
Texarkana
el Paso
Municpal
Burton W. Chace
George D. Exell
Electra
W. L. House
Southwestern Theological Seminary At
Fort Worth
Edward 5. McKinney
Serrell Babb
Texas Society of California
Boniia Granville
Hollywood
L. A. Pipkin
Texas Society of Long Beach
Cleveland Flagter
Injured by Stove, Man Succumbs
Austin C. Burchett, 57, of 1520 West 37th Street, Los Angeles, died last night from injuries after a stove fell on him while workers carried it up stairs at 4552 Banner Drive. Police say he suffered fractured ribs and a punctured lung. Burchett worked for a Los Angeles furniture company. He was taken to Seaside Hospital and later to the Los Angeles mortuary. coroner notified.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin C. Burchett
37Th St
Los Angeles
Burchett
Weho 5
Banner Dr
Seaside Hospital
Los’ ‘Angeles
Belmont Shore Fiesta barbecue draws 4000 residents
Belmont Shore residents packed the old Pacific Electric right of way at Livingston Drive and Second Street for a 4000 strong kickoff barbecue. Organizer Jim Vance chaired the event with a bearded Belmont Shore committee, showcasing plans for the Fiesta with street dances and aquatic events.
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Belmont Shore
California
Pacific Electric
Livingston Dr
Second’ St
Long Beach
Jim Vance
Russian Oil Ship Sails From Long Beach Harbor
The Russian vessel Novorossiisk sailed from Long Beach amid limits on petroleum shipments to foreign countries. Only a fraction of the ship's anticipated cargo was loaded, with about 100,000 barrels planned to depart, and it was the final Russian oil tanker to leave after calling for petroleum products.
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Long Beach Harbor
Novorosslisk
Novorossiisk
Jdt
Assault Suspect Held to Answer Aug 15
Gerald J. Metsker a field worker was held to answer Aug. 15 in Superior Court on charges of attempted assault against a 46 year old waitress. The alleged offense occurred near Spaulding Street and Oriziba Avenue. Bail was reduced from 5000 to 2500 at defense attorney C. Ransom Samuelson's request.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gerald J. Metsker
Ore
Francis
Spaulding
Oriziba “Ave
Metsker
C. Ransom-Samjuelson
Mosquitoes Invade City Heat Blamed
High tides ten days ago and hot weather are blamed for a mosquito surge affecting shore dwellers and residents. Health officer Dr. Harrison Ellers said stagnant pools formed by tides bred saltwater mosquitoes. Abatement crews are targeting breeding spots, with Orange County pests expected. Major sources are marshes east of Long Beach. mosquitoes here are not disease carriers, but heat-related health risks persist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrison Ellers
Spots, Inc. Eilers
Orange County
Long Beach
Eiler
Brotherhood Day Flower Sale in Long Beach Boosts Blind Aid
The National Brotherhood of Service launches a street sale in Long Beach for Brotherhood Day to fund free services for the blind and handicapped. Local youths assist with sales under Lions Club endorsement, with headquarters at the Elks Clubhouse on Cedar Avenue and Mrs. Dwight Williams in charge of finances. Volunteers may call at the Elks Club after 9 a.m. to receive their powers and cans.
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Brotherhood
Long Beach
National Brotherhood of Service
Lions Club
The
Elks
Cedar Ave
Dwight Williams
Lady Lions
Elks’ Club
Santa Monica
Harbor Belt Contract Awarded at Berth 33 34
Barnes and Delaney Co. secured a belt contract for the port bulk cargo loading facility at Berth 33 34 for 2670.50 dollars. The Harbor Commission authorized the award yesterday following port manager recommendations that the bid was the lowest among several.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barnes & Delaney Co
Supr Nly
Harbor Department
Harbor Commission
Chicago bus strike grinds into eighth week as talks stall
The Chicago bus strike, now in its eighth week, remains tightly locked with 350 drivers and mechanics out. City officials plan a temporary transit system while management and the union stand firm on offers. The Citizens Labor Management Committee and council await developments at tonight’s session. The strike is set to pass its 50th day, reminiscent of last year’s Chicago transit tie-up.
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Counoilmen
Sessen
Joseph M. Littera
Tus
Drivers ‘Union
Litteral
Citizens
William P. Graet
Citizens Committee
Ing
Chicago
Sardine Plant to Add Floor in Harbor Facility
Southern California Fish Co plans a 83000 expansion adding a three mezzanine floor in the harbor plant to hold two plant compressors. The project includes a 3000 steel water storage tank to be erected by the nearby Southern California Fish Co, in the same area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
French Sardine ‘Co
Invils Fish
Grunion Run Schedule Announced for Two Four Day Periods
Grunion runs are set for two four day windows this month with times listed. The first window includes August 2 from 9:20 to 10:30 p.m. and August 4 from 9:45 to 11:45 p.m. Additional sessions occur on August 9 and 18 with evening start times. Details specify local dates and times for the coastal event known for high tides.
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Grunion
Sole Surviving G A R Post Member Turns 99
Long Beach Post 181 Grand Army of the Republic veteran Getter marks his 99th birthday at a Birmingham VA Hospital party in Van Nuys. His wife Florence also celebrates 96. Red Cross volunteers bring robes and a large birthday cake as family and friends gather to honor the couple. Getter was born in Masonville North Carolina in 184% and enlisted at 15 in the 129th Indiana Infantry. He survived being left for dead on the battlefield and recalls it with pride. His daughter Alice Burns and son Roy Getter reside in Long Beach and Ocean Park respectively. Charles L. Chappel, 100, heads Phil Stanton Post in Long Beach with Chappel serving as vice commander of the California Nevada Department of Grand Army.
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Getter
Long Beach
Grand Army of the Republic
Red Cross
Birmingham Veterans’ Administration Hospital
van Nuys
Florence
Los Angeles Red Cross
Olcott St
Tur Jungai
Masonville
County
N. C
129Th Volunteer
Infantry
Indiana
Huckies
Alice Burns
Roy Getter
Ocean Park
Charles L. Chappel
Stanney Ave
Phil Stanton
G. A. Ray
Los Angeles
Chappel
California-Nevada Department
Grand Army
Women Injured as Autos Collide on Seaghde Bridge
Two women, Ada K. Grity 39 and Louisa M. Widmier 59, were injured in a traffic crash on Seaghde Bly west near the Nayy rpentoan bridge. They were passengers in a car driven by Floyd A. Thomas 58. the other car was driven by Louis J. Strawn 22. Strawn was cited for driving on the wrong side of the street. Both women were treated at Seaside Hospital.
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Seaghde ‘Bly West
Nayy Rpentoan Bridge
Ada K. Grity
Magnolia Ave
Louisa M. Widmier
Linden Ave
Seaside Hospital
Floyd A. Thomas
McKendle St
Council to Study Stadium Plans
A city building and improvements committee will review preliminary Memorial Stadium plans at next Wednesday's meeting. Architect Hugh Gibbs will present a modern layout based on studies of other facilities. cost estimates await official approval. The panel prioritizes the stadium project, potentially tapping old revenue beyond a $550,000 bond issue.
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Memorial Stadium
Counc
Ppeeah St. Ramsey
Gibbs
Ramsey
Raymond C. Kedler
George D. Ezell
Clarence BE. Wagner
Lawrence ©. Jackson
Chamber of Commerce
Fire Overcomes Woman in Apartment Fire Damages Roof
Maxine Hopkins of 1860 Animites was taken to Magnolia Hospital after being overcome by smoke in her apartment building. Fire origin undetermined, roof damage reported.
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Maxine Hopkins
Aye
Magnolia Hospital
Weather: Clear Today and Tomorrow With Cooler Norning
A brisk start gives way to clear skies today and tomorrow with slightly cooler temps. Early morning logs note calm conditions, then gradual warming. Page B-5 provides additional data and details.
Harbor Group Authorizes 40 Oil Wells
Harbor Commission authorizes drilling of 40 additional oil wells by Long Beach Oil Development Co after a stipulation settled federal claims to tidelands. Plan to give Girard scrip for 40 acres tied to flood channel project upset. county expected royalty and land lease issues noted. Board of Supervisors had filed scrip in federal land office pending court decision.
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Harbor Commission
Long Beach Oil Development Co. L. B. O. D
Harbor Department
James J. Meade
Frank Perr
U. C. Mercell
Emity Girard Scrip
Long Beach
County Board of Supervisors
Irving Smith
Supreme Court
Marcell
Girard Scrip
Smith
Board of Supervisors
U. S. District Land Office
Long Beach Harbor
Pier A
Fog Eases City As Heat Wave Peeks Across Coast
A morning fog cooled the area briefly breaking the heat spell. Highs reached the 90s in Long Beach and 92 in Los Angeles while cities like Blythe Imperial Needles posted 109 and Needles 11. Coastal readings included San Diego 84 and Santa Barbara near 70.
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Fress Telegram
Sa m
Clyj
Autonauties Administration
Southland
Long Beach
Los Angeles
Burbank
Lit
San Diego
Santa
Japanese Loses Fight for Estate in California Probate
Seisuzo Ota of Los Angeles, a former wrestling champion, lost a legal battle over a state from the estate of his late wife Lucy Banning Ota. Superior Judge Newcomb Condee denied Ota’s accounting challenge to administrator John S Chapman and his brother Phillip. The dispute concerned remaining cash and a Bequest of 40,000. Ota and the heiress married in Seattle in 1928. She died in Florence in 1929. Ota has received about 122,000 from the will.
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Seisuzo Ota
Los Angeles
John
J Chapman
Lucy Banning Ota
Ger
Phineas Banning
Newcomb Condee
Ota
Chapman
Ward Chapman
Phillip
Oia
Seattle
Florence
Italy
Qia
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Hilton Hotel
Conrad N. Hilton
Frank Fishman
Beverly Hills
Hilton
Spears Ellison
Hilton Hotels Corp
Fishman
Prass-Telegram
Stove
Jack Lee
Belmont Shore Restaurateur
Celearam
Marcus Getter
Birmingham Veterans Administration Hospital
Defence
Laurel-Lee Johnson
Nadine Shay
G. A.R. Post
Hubert McClain
Tom. Eaton
Homelea Company
Zarc
Rudolph Rauschenbach
Weber Bakery
Parsons
Harbor Group
Tidelands
Press-Telegram
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