07 Jan 1970
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Newspaper
Pasadena Independent Topics
Location
Pasadena, California, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1970
Page
1
A Pasadena reader requests aid in an immigration appeal blocked by a London consulate decision branding her husband permanently excluded for past Communist affiliations. The letter discusses potential legal routes, RCA service issues, and a genealogy inquiry into the Clark family, ending with dog care advice for a German Shepherd.
The new Family Law Act brought instant divorce to the Los Angeles County courthouse on Monday with about 75 uncontested decrees granted as 214 cases moved quickly. The process relies on irreconcilable differences, shortening hearings and removing need for corroborating evidence.
Bernardi G Wocher of Santa Ana, a senior tax auditor for the State Board and longtime accountant for corporations, announced his candidacy for the Fourth District seat. A Pasadena native, he is a New York School graduate and has held roles from cost accountant to controller since 1933.
Two men opened a back door and slipped into La Puente neighborhood shortly before Monday burglary, escaping when an employee approached. The theft left behind the stolen items, and authorities noted the door was ajar before the incident. Police investigate leads and review surveillance for the La Puente area burglary case.
Pasadena hosted a special Atlantic dinner honoring Ludwigshafen as a German sister city. Officials including Oberburgermeister Werner and Mrs Reiraal, plus Pasadena leaders, discussed deepening ties through news exchanges religious ideas and school collaborations.
The Peace Officers Association of Los Angeles County will install newly elected officers for 1970 at its annual ceremony at the Los Angeles Police Academy Saturday. Danny Thomas will head the entertainment after installation. presiding will be Evelle J. Younger, former Pasadena district attorney, succeeding Gardena Chief Teoy J. Tracey. New officers include James Downey as assistant sheriff, Robert A. Houghton as first vice president, Allen Lilly as second vice president, William J. Kennedy as third vice president, Jay R. Stroh as fourth vice president, Everett F. Holladay as secretary-treasurer, with Sheriff Ben Clark of Riverside County as installing officer. Confining in office are Rev. And Soldan, Robert Valvier, and Fred W. Kline. A social hour precedes the banquet, with Russ Brown arranging entertainment.
The Northwest Recreation Site Finding Committee, chaired by Robert Langdonly, was announced to select a site for a new multipurpose recreation building. Pasadena Recreation Director Edward Bignell said the panel will meet Thursday to determine needs, with members from city departments and the Recreation Commission guiding the study and reporting to the Board of City Directors.
The Miner alogical Society of Southern California plans a Friday night banquet at the T. & 9] Restaurant in Rosemead with Charles L. Heald presenting a 30 minute color film Beyond the Beaten Track in California. Frank Bhichanan the Singing Policeman of Los Angeles will perform and Lillian Clark and her trio will supply a musical program at the New England Society dinner in Pasadena.
The Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation announces a basic canoeing course starting Saturday at two sites, Alandis Lake and Lege Lake. The eight week program teaches essential safety and paddling fundamentals. For details call Richmond 3-690.
Firemen said the blaze started apparently from an electrical cause and heavily damaged the second floor of the home at 125 Mendocho Street. The property is owned by Mr. and Mrs. Franklin Wise. Estimated damage is $6000.
Pasadena YWCA on Marengo Ave offers a free day to sample classes for women on Thursday from 1 am to 1 40 pm. Activities include music, facial isometrics, yoga, hula and Tahitian dance, weight loss exercise, and a swimming session for those with suit cap and towel. Reservations via CL 8 517. California League of Senior Citizens meets at 10 30 am Wednesday at 78 N Marengo Ave. Public welcome without charge.
The text discusses the growth of environmental protection as a major issue, contrasting it with past campaigns like war on poverty and resource conservation. It suggests future champions may declare an unalienable right to life and happiness, boosting conservation efforts.
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