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Newspaper
Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1977
Page
10
The proposed 1977 78 county budget calls for 3.5 billion dollars, up 21.1 million, with no tax rate increase but potential rises from property assessments and employee pay talks. The piece credits Harry Hufford for a balanced rate, yet warns variables may lift expenditures amid energy shortages and bureaucratic costs.
A 25 year milestone marks the aviation age since the first jet jet flight on May 2 1952 from London to Johannesburg by Satish Overseas Airways. Early air travel was slow and costly with trains and planes in tandem and luxury perks evolving despite rising fuel costs.
Readers attack government and auto industry fuel policy, rail and energy plans, and voter language issues. James Guerra praises Special Olympics coverage oversight. Terri Olson lauds volunteers. Mr. Christoffersen criticizes citizenship language requirements and immigration policy. Andy Inman discusses car prices and oil embargos amid 1970s politics.
The writer responds to L Ward of Lakewoodie on April 22, defending a view that two gallon outfits can be stylish yet tasteful. He cautions against labeling women as perverts and emphasizes that attire should balance femininity with modesty without attacking age or appearance.
A reader questions Lakewood Councilman G C DeBaun's stance in a Sunday letter. They accuse him of repeating a council narrative and urge scrutiny of federal grants and highway funding while defending an unnamed council member against slander. The letter promises further article submission.
Connie Cook warns neighbors that city hall plans reduce police protection. Dever allegedly ordered sale of two helicopters and motorcycles, removal of motorcycle officers and bomb squad, potential sale of range and academy, possible May recruit class cancellation, and layoffs. Citizens urged to pressure council members.
The letter argues for opposing views to Senator Cranston's newsletter editorial, noting one newspaper reflects an ultra-conservative stance and warning that relying on a single source skews information. It emphasizes taxpayer concerns over costly projects and urges using at least two sources beyond Associated Press reports for factual News.
A reader questions tax fairness referencing Kideo Inc and alleged loopholes for “West Indies” registrants. They argue residents and students should pay taxes, note school funding, and demand IRS scrutiny and back taxes on used goods. They contrast taxed new purchases with untaxed used sales and call for tax reform.
March 28 editorial argues for stricter sign controls and an improved visual environment. It credits Ik Longsey with strong backing from the major newspaper in support of local sign regulations and policy adaptation to the town’s circumstances.
Daniel H. Ridder editor and publisher and Samuel C. Cameron general manager of the Pine Avenue office at 604 Pine Ave contact 90644 with telephone 435-11 ht.
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