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Newspaper
Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1966
Page
7
The Great Seal of Torrance dates to 1921 but its origins remain unclear. Officials reject student designs while the emblem remains on city documents and cars, prompting questions about its meaning and symbolism.
A high-voltage transformer and switchboard explosion near Lennox sparked a fire and multiple emergency calls. Firefighters doused flames as deputies reported alarms along Begin Shaw Boulevard Crest and Ridge Road, with residents awakened by the blast.
The U S Navy Show Band directed by Chief Musician L D Kotas will perform at the Armed Services YMCA in Long Beach as part of United Crusade drive events to raise funds for 43 United Way agencies and the Red Cross. Lineberger, a Long Beach resident and Kiwanis Elks member, died at 69 after building the first motion picture theatre in Long Beach and leaving a wife Thyla W. Survived by four sons and a brother, his funeral is planned at the Roxy Theater with services Tuesday at 3 p.m.
Las Cruces resident James J. Ackermann reported theft of suitcases, clothing, currency and a precision machinist toolbox. The items, valued at $1195, were taken from a car parked near the Lancer Motel at Broadway and Magnolia avenues in Long Beach.
A renowned institute reports a new substance that shrinks hemorrhoids without surgery and relieves itching burning and pain within minutes. Bio Dyne in Preparation H ointment or suppositories speeds healing reduces swelling prevents infection and lubricates for easier bowel movement. Available at drug counters nationwide.
Hazel Woods reported a Sunday fire at 1302 Wilmington Blvd in Wilmington that gutted Hazel's Play Room, melting the bar and jukebox and destroying chairs curtains and carpets. She blamed a disconnected home phone for delaying alert, estimating about $5 000 in damage. Firefighters from Harbor Division responded from 7 23 a m to 8 05 a m. Woods planned to rebuild while reconnecting home service.
A Bellflower ceremony marks the dedication of a 6300 square foot Los Cerritos YMCA at 15530 Woodruff Ave. Congressman Det Clawson and four mayors delivered remarks as the project replaces a fire-destroyed building. The event drew over 200 spectators and featured a U.S. flag and YMCA leaders praising the milestone for the community.
Two bandits armed with a pistol robbed the Garden Grove Speedee Mart of 66 dollars in cash and two six packs of beer before 7 p.m. Sunday. Police said they accosted manager Carl Brower, 57, at the checkout, one emptied the register, and the pair fled from 10551 McFadden Ave.
Los Angeles reports show 4 055 property owners filed petitions for hearings with the Tax Appeals Boards as the 1966 assessment protests surge. In 1965 only 639 petitions were filed. notices mailed by the assessor this year boosted turnout. Hearings run through next March with deadlines and office hearings ongoing in Hollywood and Santa Monica.
Supervisor Kenneth Hahn urges a moratorium on new liquor licenses in Willowbrook and South Los Angeles after being told by Maggie Hathaway that there are too many beer joints and bars. Hahn cites 1 266 curfew area outlets including 362 liquor stores and 392 resturants serving alcohol, and notes county costs of 26 million yearly for custody and treatment of about 450 000 alcoholics.
The Los Angeles City Recreation and Park Commission awarded a $5,460 contract to McBride Electrical Service, Inc., of Lynwood, to install night lighting on two tennis courts at Peck Park in San Pedro. The bid was the lowest of three proposals.
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