Priest Patrick Colleran Drowns While Scuba Diving
Long Beach Catholic priest Rev Patrick Colleran 43 drowned Tuesday while scuba diving at Three Arch Bay South Laguna Beach. He helped save troubled marriages through a church program and was living with his brother Desmond a fellow priest. Lifeguards credited teen surfer David Devlin with pulling Colleran to shore before he died at Mission Viejo hospital. Services planned with Cardinal Manning expected to concelebrate.
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Tax-free pension denied for Watson
Los Angeles County’s Retirement Board, by a 53 vote, rejected former assessor Philip Watson’s request for a job related disability pension of 24750 dollars annually. The board previously ruled a taxable 20172 dollar straight disability, a decision that forced Watson to vacate. He plans an appeal, arguing the disability is 100 percent job related per a new private doctor report.
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Panel OKs acres for Redwood park expansion
The Senate Appropriations Committee voted 14 to 3 to authorize a bill expanding Redwood National Park in California by 48,000 acres. The measure advances to the Senate floor after strong support from Sen. Alan Cranston. Previously, the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee approved the bill 15 to 2.
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Former CIA agent cites Sturgis shooting at Kennedy
Combined News Services reports that House Assassination Committee chief investigator G Robert Blakey declined to confirm reports that Watergate burglar Frank Sturgis shot at President John F Kennedy in Dallas. Blakey said he would not comment on Marita Lorenz testimony while noting investigators would verify any such claim. Sturgis faces $25 000 bond on charges of harassment and attempted coercion linked to Lorenz.
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Brezhnev proposes nuclear moratorium and stockpile cuts
In a 60th anniversary speech in Moscow Brezhnev called for a moratorium on all nuclear explosions and gradual destruction of stockpiles. He urged a negotiated halt on underground tests and a pause on peaceful blasts, while warning that the Soviet Union seeks no military superiority.
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Mall developer seeks extension for downtown Long Beach project
Long Beach plans stall as Hahn seeks more time to secure commitments from JC Penney Montgomery Ward and Buffums for a 70 million mall with a 9.2 million city parking garage. City officials say the financial plan showing city contribution and revenue is not yet ready while negotiations continue with Perini Land for a luxury convention center hotel. Hahn will present details at a Redevelopment Agency meeting Monday as delays extend beyond the originally due dates.
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Briggs anti gay petition delayed to November ballot
Sacramento Sen. John Briggs faces a delay as his homosexuality initiative moves from June to the November ballot. A typing error caused seven missing words from the press release, invalidating petitions. Briggs says 100,000 signatures were gathered in 30 days and vows to restart circulation, aiming to meet the 312,404 needed by election day.
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Weather Tonight and Thursday in L B Area
Tonight in the L B area fair with a low of 58 and a high of 30. Mountain regions stay fair with a low of 3 and a high of 72. Deserts remain fair with a low of 36 and a high of 87.
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U S Stops Military Shipments to South Africa
The United States halted all equipment with military potential to South Africa and recalled the American commercial officer in Pretoria to review ties. Secretary Cyrus Vance announced the embargo aiming to pressure end of racial segregation and full rights for blacks, tightening lines beyond the earlier scope but allowing some civilian items to continue briefly.
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Anita Bryant says Hollywood blacklist claim sparked by gays
Anita Bryant says homosexuals have effectively blacklisted her from TV shows. The report notes she alleges industry pressure and public backlash while she campaigns for her views.
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