In 1969, the Loomis family sold the newspaper to Freedom Newspapers, Inc.

Freedom Newspapers.

The majority owners of Freedom Newspapers have solidified their defenses against a dissident family member.

Freedom Newspapers, based in Irvine, Calif., is the nation's 14th-largest publishing concern.

Robert Currie, a lawyer who represented Freedom Newspapers, said the other family members were "obviously delighted" with the decision.

The paper was sold to Freedom Newspapers, Inc., now Freedom Communications, on July 1, 1969.

He was also known for his involvement in anarchist and anti-capitalist organizations, including the Freedom Newspaper and Class War.

The legal battle for Freedom Newspapers may have ended.

Hoiles became president of Freedom Newspapers in 1950, in which position he stayed until his death in 1970.

Published by Freedom Newspaper (also an online radio station)