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Newspaper
Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1977
Page
8
The piece argues no fault insurance would speed payments and reduce litigation costs while preserving core rights to sue for serious injuries. It endorses federal standards if states fail, cites Kemper opposition and a proposed 9 percent coverage figure, and urges California to act without defaulting to federal control.
The Metropolitan Water District reports a 17 percent drop in water sales in June from a year earlier due to conservation, normal weather, and groundwater pumping. If adjusted for Los Angeles demand, the decline would be 24 percent, with conservation attributed to about 10 percent of the drop. The district urges continued effort through 1977 to safeguard storage for possible drought continuation.
The League of Women Voters of Long Beach clarifies it is not opposed to the Sohio project but demands strict air quality standards and enforceable procedures. The group says a decision will follow when all facts and areas of agreement are clear, to protect public health in the Los Angeles basin.
The Mayor's Task Force on New Directions recommends nine district councils to link citizens with government. The piece notes Long Beach's size and diversity, the need for two way communication, and mentions Homeowners Downtown Associates as a possible nucleus for District One. It argues for organized councils to aid civic progress, addresses beach fees, parking at the Queen Mary, and Olympic Pool parking issues, and calls for equitable parking privileges or time based pricing.
A letter argues that dehumanization under glamour and sensationalism fuels a widespread crisis of values. It decries selfishness, repeated accusation, and lack of genuine life insight, urging religion and ethical address as mankind’s ultimate goal to survive apathy and strife. The piece critiques the paper’s role and calls for enduring editorial integrity.
Resident praises the city finance committee for lowering Long Beach golf fees. She notes her husband now joins dancing social events with her. Group rates are affordable, expanding their leisure options and letting two people enjoy recreation cheaper than one on the golf course.
The author touts Queen Mary as a draw for city coffers and urges daily church bingo aboard, plus ballroom dances and patio dining reviving downtown Long Beach. The piece applauds Mr. Dever and urges keeping money in town, reducing trips to Lakewood or Cerritos.
A Long Beach Arena motorcycle event left children, parents, and a pregnant chaperone tired and disappointed after Evil Knievel did not appear at the 8 p.m. show. Fans and volunteers had paid to attend, with some workers left exhausted by efforts to raise funds for entry.
The July 26 letter by Herbert M. Shey, M D, attacks rising medical costs as the core state problem. He claims doctors and hospitals have priced out the public, noting medical fees have increased faster than other services. He argues doctors are overpaid and calls for scrutiny of the profession.
A reader criticizes the city over free beach parking at Long Beach renamed Titanic area and a $2 million annual public cost. The writer urges voters to oust officials and voices frustration as Belmont Grove property owner.
Reader urges stricter enforcement or abolition of electronic sound amplification on beaches after months of inaction. Complaints target car stereos and portable speakers disturbing others seeking sun and recreation, advocating a return to quiet beach enjoyment and a ban on amplified noise.
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