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Newspaper
Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1958
Page
1
President Eisenhower expressed optimism that the economic downturn is near its end and March should begin a rise in employment. He urged confidence and outlined ongoing public works planning while noting no new measures were announced. The remarks were filmed for newsreels to project reassurance amid job losses.
A 16 year old with muscular dystrophy and his friend tried to run away after being accused of stealing cigarettes. They rode a wheelchair along a muddy route to the Los Angeles River before deputies detained them near Jackson and Paramount. Both boys were released to their parents after juvenile bureau officers spoke with them.
The State Lands Commission authorized a suit to test land titles held by Union Pacific Railroad and Southern California Edison in the Long Beach Harbor area. If successful, oil revenues would go to the state and Long Beach on a 50 50 basis while tidelands claims hinge on artificial fill and the Mallon decision. Long Beach would be named a necessary defendant in the case.
New Orleans sees unseasonable snowfall during Mardi Gras with first measurable snow in over two decades. Children play in the snow as Krewe of Babylon parade is ordered canceled by Orleans Parish Coroner Dr Nicholas Chetta due to hazardous conditions. State police close bridges in Baton Rouge Shreveport and Bossier City for sand treatment.
Night and morning fog and low clouds persist with hazy afternoon sunshine on Thursday. Little temperature change expected. Rain probability stays under ten percent.
Tunisian President Habib Bourguiba told reporters that France must withdraw all troops from Tunisia to restore friendly relations. He called removal of forces the primary goal to end colonial remnants, signaling possible action before the U N Security Council.
Airman Donald G. Farrell, 25, Bronx native, nears the halfway point of a seven day stay in the Air Force space cabin at Randolph AFB. He is reported in excellent health after 73 hours, with music used during work periods to study its effect on performance.
Sen. Harry F. Byrd of Virginia announced he will not run again in this year’s election. The 71 year old, longtime Finance Committee chair and senior Democrat, cited his wife’s crippling illness and desire to spend his life in Virginia. He will remain active on the sidelines while continuing to influence Virginia politics from behind the scenes.
Twin sisters Mrs. Ellora Chamberlain and Mrs. Eldora Brackett celebrate their 94th birthdays in Walixville. Both widows, they may be among the nation’s oldest twins still living.
Washington AP Rayburn of Texas and Morse of Oregon demand a Senate probe into alleged political influence in federal agencies. Morse to receive files from fired subcommittee counsel Schwartz, claiming White House officials influenced agency actions. Harris to pursue inquiry as subcommittee battles continue.
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