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Newspaper
Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1960
Page
3
A promotional notice touts a deluxe Atlantic crossing aboard the Queen Elizabeth and Queen Mary with nine Cunarders offering lavish service, deck games, dancing, and films. Starting August 73, Thrift Season rates promise a 10 percent dividend for round trips, urging readers to reserve soon.
A plane taking off from Compton Municipal Airport crashed minutes after liftoff, injuring five people including Mrs Brown and others in a Los Angeles apartment building. The engine quit during climb, a window shattered, and the plane’s engine struck a nearby structure, while bystanders helped rescue occupants and extinguish the flames.
Reported Cuban premier Fidel Castro faced serious illness and possible surgery while Raul Castro was tipped to act as leader. Che Guevara, born in Argentina, held real sway over the economy and military loyalty. Officials denied dramatic claims as rumors swirled around a planned leadership handover amid tense political maneuvering.
French army units seized two rebels after a massed assault on a crowd that killed 12 and wounded many. The raid prompted anger and accusations of hypocrisy as authorities blamed saboteurs and heavy fighting occurred near Lebanon, with several civilians among the dead and injured.
William Edward Mitchell former president of the Georgia Power Co. who retired in 1947 died Sunday night at his Atlanta home. He was 78 and had led the utility for several years before stepping down joining civic affairs after his tenure. He is survived by relatives in Georgia and the Southeast.
Abba Eban, former ambassador to the United States, was approved as minister of education in Jerusalem. The appointment marks a key shift in Israel's cabinet as Eban assumes a major education portfolio.
UPI reports strange bluish white and reddish green lights seen Sunday across much of Los Angeles County. Mrs. Sveth of South San Gabriel and a motorist described glowing objects. two California Highway Patrolmen noted a grapefruit sized light moving without descent. Coast Guard and sheriff's offices also logged sightings. No official explanation or radar confirmation from the airport.
Nixon huddled with Eisenhower and Lodge after a breakfast meeting with Dirksen as plans for Ike's campaign rollout were announced. Finch, 34, named administrative assistant to the vice president to coordinate campaign efforts with Hall as general chairman. The group planned to travel to Newport, with New York activities to align Rockefeller's travels and volunteer organizations under one roof. Nixon aims for a nonstop campaign schedule, underway with a Pacific Coast tour and Hawaii flight after early stops in Reno Los Angeles and Whittier.
Swedish masseur and healer from Norway advertises a personal healing system. Patients can call for appointments at 10 am to 2 pm on Mondays at 2609 Newport Blvd Newport Beach California. Contact number provided as 3-3338.
Amazing SEA BREEZE antiseptic lotion promises instant germ kill and fast soothing oils. It cools skin, prevents infections, relieves heat rashes and insect bites, and offers a money back guarantee with a 4 oz bottle priced at 69 cents.
Pensioners may receive free eyewear after a thorough eye exam and glasses fitted to their eyes. Bring identification and let your social worker, Jane, assist with arrangements. Dr Milton Glinberg, optometrist, Pine Ave Heartwell, downstairs, contact HE 6 211, with 36 years of experience.
Dahomey, former French colony in West Africa with about ten million people, gained independence as European powers including Communist China and Russia moved to recognize the new nation. French Minister Louis Jacquinat and Dahomey Premier Huberg Maga formalized the move within the French community.
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