Welfare Work Showdown in Alameda County Editorial
The Alameda County Board of Supervisors faces a clash with the State Department of Social Welfare over welfare work programs. The piece argues for civil rights tactics to reclaim local control as state directives limit supervisor authority and tie welfare jobs to state Employment Department policies.
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Alameda County Board of Supervisors
The
State Department of Social Welfare
Board of Supervisors
State Department of Employment
State Employment Department
Easy Does It On Conservatism and the 1964 Election
The piece argues that conservatism did not die in 1964 and blames Barry Goldwater's defeat on diverse voter blocs and civil rights, Social Security, and foreign policy fears. It contends Eastern party leaders thwarted the GOP, and that many on the sidelines should recall this when calling for a new Republican Party.
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Barry Goldwater
San Francisco
Goldwater
TVA
Maine
Kansas
Illinois
California
East
Midwest
Romney
Scranton
Rockefeller
Smythe
Congressmen W Danlan Edwards and Salinger Approached
A reader reports contacting Rep. W Danlan Edwards and Sen Pierre Salinger about issues at the Capitol. Sen Kushel’s office was also listed as a contact point, with details indicating a coordinated outreach effort to influence legislative matters.
Era of Bad Feeling Defines Post Election Reactions
A critical reflection on the 1960 Kennedy Nixon race contrasts post election unity with persistent partisan strife. The piece notes fractured trust within Johnson supporters, Goldwater backers’ pride, and hostile press and faction fights. It warns the GOP faces internal battles and factional power plays threatening party unity.
Creed Code and Cult Talk Sparks Parish Controversy
A Bishop James A Pike discussion notes many churchgoers judge religion by rites and symbols rather than creed or code. Examples include flag processions and liturgical changes that sparked parish conflict, while debates over kneeling, sacraments, and ritual form reveal deeper tensions in modern faith.
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James A. Pike
Episcopal Diocese of
California
Creed
Cade
Congo Rescue Marks U S Turn in Policy
Washington recounts a pivotal shift in American policy following the Congo airlift that saved thousands of hostages near Stanleyville. The piece argues the operation ended a two-decade tilt toward antic colonialism and asserts the United States will support true independence while resisting cynical anticolonialism and external aggression.
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Congo
U.S
Washington
Tanleyville
United States
Stanleyville
Johnson
Africa
Red
China
Hitler
Teen culture and budget talk clash in fractured memo
The piece blends remarks on teenage culture and tribal rights with political snippits about postal funding and postal rate hikes. It notes Illinois school board resistance to marrying boys in high school sports and hints at political maneuvering by figures like J Edgar Moorer Rep Howard Smith and LBI.
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Illinois School Board
Reader letters praise front page on Krebiozen cancer claim
Readers defend continuing Krebiozen use for cancer, compare it to lifelong insulin for diabetics, and criticize politics that deny access. They describe Krebiozen as non toxic with no side effects and claim many patients rely on it to stay cancer free, though its efficacy is disputed.
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Prince of Wales
Edward VII
Krebiozen
Mr. Lewis
Thankful carrier thanks Mt Eden readers and supervisor
The writer, a carrier, thanks the editor for enabling early career education by handling routes. He thanks supervisor Mr. John Sadowsky for help and inspiration and extends gratitude to Mt Eden customers for prompt payments and courtesy, noting no losses in the year served.
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John Sadowsky
Mt. Eden
Pine Tree Vandalism Sparks Mother's Lament in Castro Valley
A Castro Valley resident appeals to a vandal who chopped down a 20 plus year old Jone pine on Jensen Road. The mother recalls her son Bill planting it in 1942 and tending it by horseback water delivery. She notes the son later served in the U S Army and urges reflection before further damage.
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Dow
Jensen Road
Castro Valley
Bill
Southern Crossing delays unnecessary says South Crossing Editor
The editorial argues current bridge traffic and toll income prove no need to delay a Southern Crossing. Citing six Bay Area spans, traffic and toll gains from 1955 to 1963 show strong growth. total cash collection is about 30 million yearly, and the San Francisco Oakland Bridge cost 75 million with 238 million earned since 1938. It claims seven years to finish a Southern Crossing if started now.
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Hayward-San Mateo Bridge
San Francisco-Oakland
Boy's Rescue Praise for Glen Tay Crew and Helpers
A parent expresses deep gratitude to the Glen Tay rescue crew for saving their son Glen. The letter thanks Richard Ryken, Chief Dimenez, the rescuers, the earth moving equipment crew, and the women who cared for the other children during the crisis.
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Glen
Richard Ryken
Dimenez
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