Millionaire gum magnate dead at 82
CHICAGO AP Philip K. Wrigley chewing gum magnate and owner of the Chicago Cubs died today at 2. He was stricken at his Lake Geneva Wisconsin home Monday night and died today at Lakeland Hospital in Elkhorn Wisconsin. Wrigley died of a gastrointestinal hemorrhage. Born December 5 1694 at the Plaza Hotel in Chicago his father built the gum business and the Cubs. He served in World War I and became president of the William Wrigley Jr Co at age nine. The Cubs won pennants in 1932 and 1905. He resisted night baseball and kept Wrigley Field a sun haven. He is survived by his widow Helen two daughters and a son. Funeral arrangements were incomplete.
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Teachers strike in San Juan Unified School District
In Sacramento the vast capital district experiences a strike by teachers from San Juan Unified School District. Officials report uncertain counts of striking teachers and absent students while substitutes operate classrooms. Bus drivers largely refused to cross picket lines around E Camino High School as pay and classroom issues prompt action.
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Miracle for a mine worker arms sewn back in 12 hour operation
David Lynn Jackson, 19, in Gordonsville Tennessee and fellow worker Jerry Duncan, 95, faced a deadly 1000 foot shaft fall when a sheet of steel broke loose. Jackson lost both arms but surgeons reimplanted them in a 12 hour operation at Jewish Hospital Louisville April 1. Doctors estimate 60 percent use of his right arm and up to 40 percent use of his left.
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Navy to modernize 23 Adams destroyers for 138 million each
The Navy plans to modernize 23 Adams class destroyers at about 138 million dollars per ship, extending service by roughly five to six years. Upgrades include Harpoon missiles, advanced radar and fire control, better living quarters, and upgraded systems to rival Soviet ships.
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Catalina Island guardian Wrigley dies sparks isle grief
News of the sudden death of Wrigley, longtime owner and guardian of Catalina Island, triggers widespread mourning in Avalon. Mayor Pilteb praises him as a great, special person as island pastors plan a community memorial service. The Wrigley family began ownership in 1919 with William Wrigley Jr.
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Drought relief loans aid drought-stricken farmers nationwide
Washington AP Bergland announced a drought relief package including emergency loans through FmHA for farmers and ranchers in counties labeled drought emergency areas. The plan covers crop losses and includes 5 percent interest. New federal crop insurance applications resume for 1971 crops in eight states as drought improves.
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Recall Election Sparks turmoil at Lakewood vote
Once peaceful Lakewood becomes the center of a recall election dispute as residents clash over campaign tactics and leadership. Local officials urged decorum while residents argued about the future of the community and its representation.
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Mayer's scheme stalls Harbor Bank project after bribery trial
Witness architect James Coppedge testified in Los Angeles Superior Court that former Long Beach planning director Ernest Mayer demanded one third of profits from the Harbor Bank development and that projects were hindered when Mayer did not receive his share. Coppedge revealed meetings with bank organizers and department officials discussing timing for permits and bank charter. He said he and others anticipated Mayer’s profits but warned that ideas stalled when expectations were unmet. Coppedge, citing greed and ambition, said he did not report Mayer's demands earlier, fearing city power and futility.
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Refugee Helps Foil Robbery Then Is Shot in Long Beach
A Cambodian refugee working part time at Advance Self-Serve Gas on Santa Fe Avenue in Long Beach was shot around 6:50 PM while thwarting a two‑man robbery. He managed to note the getaway license number. the wounded man, Yun Chum, 4, survived. A wallet with $160 and a cat were among items reported in the scene.
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