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Newspaper
Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1967
Page
8
A Long Beach report details a child’s quick recall of a molester’s car and license after a scary attempt. Police broadcasts aided identification and a suspect was charged with forgery and child molestation, ending in confinement in a state hospital.
Offbeat Christmas signs sold well but police warn against unsafe messages like a Barber Shop Open 7 Days sign. A note lists safety tips for children including not accepting rides or gifts and reporting strangers to parents or police if seen near schools or yards.
Five thousand young people are expected at the Christ Ambassadors of Southern California conclave in Municipal Auditorium beginning Wednesday. The Assemblies of God youth group shares the venue with Youth With a Mission from Anaheim. Gospel artist Andrey Mietz opens at 9:30 am Wednesday, with Rev. David Wilkerson of Teen Challenge speaking Thursday. Sessions run through New Year's Day with open public access and afternoon meetings. Local sponsors include First Assembly and Glad Tidings in Long Beach and Wilmington First Assembly.
In Compton an 11-year-old boy, Tony Cunis Harris, was fatally shot in the head with a .22 pistol by a neighbor girl aged 4 while playing in the yard. He died at Las Campanas Hospital around 1:30 p.m. The gun belonged to the girl's mother-in-law. authorities said the incident occurred as the children were unsupervised.
The Long Beach poverty program shifts to an autonomous city agency with a wider, more vocal board. New members include Richard Harris and Richard Tate, among others, arguing for accountability, education, and real results in helping the poor. Assessments vary on influence and impact.
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