Council to Consider Cancellation of Taxes for Navy
Lieutenant Joseph C. Gill of the Navy Land Acquisition office in Los Angeles submitted a tax cancellation form for peninsula property. Debate focused on the word remove and potential issues if federal lands become taxable. The council will study the matter further at the next meeting after reviewing new forms without the word remove.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph C. Gill
Navy Land Acquisition Office
Los Angeles
Peninsula
Clyde Miller
Miller
Council Orders Cancellation of iFaxes on Lot
Seal Beach officials consider canceling taxes on an overlooked eastern approach lot to the orphan bridge. Orange County Title Co asks for tax cancellation. referral to City Attorney Dana R. Williams to seek action from the board of supervisors.
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Council
iFaxes
Seal Beach
Los Angeles
Penninsula
Orange County Title Company
Dana R. Williames
Board of Supervisors
Cadet Elwin Putnam Home on Leave
Cadet Elwin Putnam son of Mr and Mrs J C Putnam of this city is on a 25 day leave at his parents home. He has been stationed at Austin Texas and will proceed to St Marys College Oakland for advanced schooling. He attended grammar school in Seal Beach and is a Huntington Beach High School graduate. He also attended Long Beach and Fullerton junior colleges before enlistment.
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Naval Air
Elwin Putnnam
J. C. Putnam
Putnam
Austin
Texas
St. Mary’s College
Oakland
Seal Beach
Huntington Beach
Long Beach
Fullerton
Race Question Again Presented to City Council
Mrs. Groves of Pasadena raised the race issue at a city council meeting after advertising a Seal Beach lot for sale, receiving an attractive offer, and learning the suitor was colored. Dana Williams said the Orange County Title Co would not recognize deed changes to bar Negroes, a ruling he called higher than the California Supreme Court. The council voted to investigate and confer with the company and continue discussion at the next meeting.
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Groves
Pasadena
Seal Beach
Dana Williams
Orange County Title Company
Williams
California Supreme Court
Five Sailors Charged With Drunkenness In Week
Five men from the local navy Depot were booked on intoxication charges this week. Victor Runningwater paid a $30 fine on his second offense, Ray M. Kerr $15 on his first, Aurelio A. Morrell $30 on a second offense, while Harry Porter and Joseph Magdalene were committed to county jail on prior convictions. In another report, B H Haughton of 320 10th St. reported a stolen pickup truck to Seal Beach police early Monday. San Diego police later advised the vehicle was found abandoned nearby.
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Navy
Victor Runningwater
Ray M. Kerr
Aurelio A. Morrell
Harry Porter
Joseph Magdalene
B. H. Haughton
10Th St
Seal Beach
San Diego
Local Police Force Approved by Council
Lee Howard submitted the names of his policemen for council approval. The force includes Jim Marousek as captain, Jack Whittington as sergeant, and Heart Gillian and Gary Stangelland as patrolmen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lee Howard
Jim Marousek
Jack Whittington
Heart Gillian
Gary Stangelland
Navy technician's Lockheed hire date linked to case
A Navy veteran who was employed by Lockheed two and a half years ago has become a point of focus in an ongoing matter. The record notes the individual’s prior service and subsequent employment history with the defense contractor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Navy
Lockheed
Slight Earthquake Shakes Seal Beach Officials Say No Damage
A minor earthquake struck Seal Beach at 11:32 pm Tuesday, felt by residents and reported noisier than usual. No damage occurred in Seal Beach or Long Beach, where the epicenter was said to be located.
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Seal Beach
Long Beach
OPA Sets Ceiling on All Used Cars in Area
Mrs Ellen Congrove chairwoman of the local war price and rationing board says private sales of used automobiles fall under ceiling prices. A transfer certificate must be filed by buyer with the local board and by both buyer and seller. The certificate protects buyers from overcharges and informs the OPA about every used car sale.
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OPA
Ellen Congrove
War Price and Rationing Board
Cate
Special City Council Session Tuesday Adjourned Meeting
The city council will hold an adjourned session this coming Tuesday at 2 p.m. to discuss rezoning. Department heads and foremen will join the council to address any problems.
County Aid Sought to Pay Lifeguards
Willis Warner, chairman of the county board, told the city council last night that county aid for lifeguards might be possible. A plan would require Seal Beach to contribute to lifeguard upkeep at Surfside and Sunset Beach. The council argues beaches are used more by inland residents, seeking county support. No figures were discussed.
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Willis Warner
County Board of Supervisors
Seal Beach
Surfside
Sunset Beach
County Council
League of Cities to Meet in Seal Beach Next Tuesday
The League of Southern California Cities will convene next Tuesday at 6 45 PM at the 101 Ranchhouse in Seal Beach. Featured speakers include William Neal LA assistant city attorney and Charles Bennett LA planning director.
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League of Southern California
101 Ranchhouse
Seal Beach
William Neal
Los Angeles
Charles Bennett
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Post & Wave
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