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Newspaper
Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1976
Page
1
Salvage workers recovered a fifth body from the wrecked Sansinena after an explosion December 17. The charred remains were found in the radio shack of the mangled superstructure, which was hurled inland. Four others were found nearby, with three more presumed dead as Coast Guard investigators assess the blast.
SAN DIEGO AP Yellow Cabs will roll again in San Diego and Oceanside after a month idle. Bankruptcy Judge Herbert Katz approved the sale of the companies for 839000 to Western States Transportation Inc a Long Beach Ocean Salt Co subsidiary. The transfer includes 280 cab permits from the San Diego City Council. Owners listed are Donald Swortwood and Letitia Swortwood.
A storm from the north Pacific drenched Long Beach with .38 inches of rain and lowered mountain snow levels while three people died in rain related crashes. The Rose Parade will start at 4 30 a m as officials expect crowds along the route despite drizzle and cold conditions.
In Sacramento legislators weigh options after the California Supreme Court upholds a ruling that school funding based on local property taxes is unfair. Betty Jones and Kenneth Peters criticize the decision while Sen. Rodda calls for urgency and flexibility. Gov. Brown seeks tax-free compliance with estimates of 1 to 2 billion dollars.
The article outlines key new laws effective January 1 1977 covering right turns on red in Virginia and New York driving gas purchases in Ohio and CB radio use channel 34. It also notes changes to Social Security tax planning and estate filings with higher penalties for armed robbery and gun offenses with longer sentences for repeat offenders.
In Las Vegas two women known as LT. Callahan and Christina Asamendi wed in a downtown chapel, then fled to a reception. The Clark County Clerk says the license was invalid as both parties are women and Callahan posed as a man, sending the case to the District Attorney for investigation. The reverend questioned the union and reporters were not spoken to.
Carol Channing, Norman Mailer, Liza Minnelli and Sammy Davis Jr. headlining a Miami bash while Sau salito diners expect cheaper celebrations near New Year. Concorde flights and Cherryville musket salutes mark diverse plans as Jimmy Carter speaks of unity and safety groups warn of traffic deaths. Times Square adds a new light display as 1977 begins.
John Serrano celebrates a Supreme Court victory over California school funding and shifts focus to the Legislature to reform the tax system. He urges taxing the wealthy and entities like insurance, oil, and loan companies, praising changes that improve education for children. The story notes Serrano’s move from East Los Angeles to Whittier and Hacienda Heights and his son’s accomplishments at Will? High School.
A Coast Guard assessment notes it may open fire on the bow of the oil tanker Argo Merchant to prevent threats to other ships. A federal task force will study recent tanker accidents, including the Libe rian flag ships and spill events near Nantucket and the Delaware River, to improve oil spill prevention.
Year in review recounts Carter’s call for public input on connecting with ordinary people as the 1976 Bicentennial year unfolds. Highlights reference state and national issues including health costs and policy shifts affecting millions.
Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Jack E. Goertzen keeps bail at 200000 for Leslie Van Houten a former Monrovia High School homecoming princess now 77 facing a new murder and conspiracy trial for the 1969 LaBianca killings. The 1971 conviction was overturned last month.
The forecast notes showers in the L E area with a low around 52 and high near 50 tonight and Saturday. Mountain regions expect snow and rain with a high near 55.
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