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Long Beach Press Telegram

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Mar 18, 1955

Page

6

California Cities Seek One Cent Sales Tax Plan Statewide

California cities urge counties to adopt a uniform one cent sales tax across the state, arguing it could raise about 2142 million dollars. The League of California Cities and retailers back statewide legislation, while counties oppose a plan that largely benefits unincorporated areas only. A civil defense budget debate also surfaces, with a subcommittee to consider trimming regions and reallocating duties to state agencies.

California Sacramento Californi Wiliam R. MacDougall League Capitol Assembly Ways and Means Budert Guv. Knight Office of Civil Defense Legislative A. Alen Post Iti

Post Advocates Clearer Civil Defense Roles

The speaker warned of a hazy relationship between state and federal government on civil defense. He urged a clearer definition of responsibility in the event of an emergency.

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Wardrobe on budget with revolving charge plan

Advertises a brand new wardrobe available today with a six item revolving charge account. No down payment required and customers set their own account limit.

Youth Begins Life Term in Girl's Killing

Peter Makarewicz, 16, of Norwood is sentenced to life in state prison for the November 4, 1954 murder of 15 year old Geraldine Annese. Norfolk County Superior Court convicting jury recommended against electrocution. His attorney vows to review and pursue further appeals or pardon possibilities.

Dedham Peter Makarewicz Norwood Geraldine Annese Norfolk County Makarewicz Annese Peter Louis Goldstein Supreme Court of Massachusetts

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