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Newspaper
Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1959
Page
2
At Fleishbacker Zoo in San Francisco, a Central American toucan with missing tail feathers and limited flight croaks for a mate, troubling keepers who hope for a female to arrive. The bird’s loud mating call disturbs staff as they search for a partner.
Gov Brown announces a two day mid April speaking tour from Eureka to San Diego to present a full report on plans and prospects. He says he wants to explain administration program results and listen to public reaction during the trip.
Sacramento reports logjam building as key bills and wordy issues mount in the 1959 Legislature on day 85 of a 166 day session. Leaders expect a crowded calendar with education funding, FEPC, and tax measures under review while northern and southern water and budget disputes loom.
SACRAMENTO UP I Ay bill to repeal parts of the 1914 public utilities code faces Senate Public Utilities Committee opposition. Sen Richard Dolwig proposes removing anti discrimination language while opponents say the measure would allow undue preference and weaken protections. Senator Virgil O Sullivan criticizes it as a utilities push to run wild, opposing the change.
Readable items describe a city band concert on a Tuesday in March with program listings and performer names including Charles, Maree, and McKee. The notes reference venues, pieces, and local groups. Details are fragmentary but indicate a municipal music event with schedule and participant names.
A hotel on a block long stretch along 1290 E Ocean Blvd offers private baths, wall to wall carpeting, telephones, and desk service. Large dining room overlooks the ocean with meals including steaks and roast beef. Rates listed at 26.10 per week per person for meals and rooms with regular dinners around 2.15. Contact via phone 64952.
The sixth straight monthly drop in civilian workers on the government payroll was reported. Senate panel chair Byrd said February civilian employment stood at 2,335,224, a net decrease of 2,596 from January.
One of 47 salad brands is distinct Girard's Original French Dressing. It is described as sugar free with a bright, light blend of flavors. The copy urges repeated use and taste comparison to prove its difference.
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