Russians Ahead on H-Bombs Warned by Dulles
Drew Pearson reports Washington weighed countering Soviet Gromyko claims with a bold H-bomb test reveal but feared a propaganda setback. U S detection shows Russia tested live warheads on long range missiles while the United States awaited tests, delaying a candid public response by Eisenhower and Dulles.
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Eisenhower
Ike
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Iron Curtain
Russia
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Orlando
Miami
Jpio de Janeiro
Arctic
Sea of Okhotsk
California Senator’s TV theatrics shape White House talks
A GOP observer notes Senator Bill Knowland’s off the record White House briefings are compromised by his TV appearances. The column profiles Porter of Oregon pushing for aggressive oversight and recalls Bridges’ ban of arms to both Cuban sides and an Army band political scene at Fort McNair.
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Charles Porter
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Trujillo
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New Hampshire
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Senator Bridges
Freshman Congressman Steps Forward Amid Cold War Gaps
The era shows the American public realizing how far behind Russia the nation stood. A freshman congressman displays notable courage and impact in Washington, turning headlines with decisive action despite skeptical claims.
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Washington
Hollywood Star's Child Recalls Slaying Drama
United Press reports Cheryl Crane, Lana Turner’s 1 year old daughter, voices wish to be like her mother after the killing incident. She says she cannot. The exchange reflects sensational tragedy and public intrigue surrounding the actress.
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United Press
Hollywood
Cheryl Crane
Lana Turner
Tery
Long Beach Highway Terminus Moves to Sweetgrass Montana
The Long Beach area highway 94 terminus was updated by George Taubman Jr of the Chamber of Commerce. U S 94 now enters the U S from Sweetgrass Montana and formerly ended at Barstow, aligning with Canadian highway 4 from Lethbridge Alberta. A past note recalls Rev Richard N Merrill resigning as pastor after nine years at First Methodist, arriving from Miami in 1929. Three major hotel and apartment projects valued over 1.5 million were planned west of Atlantic, south of Fourth, by Broadway Land Co led by a five story building at Linden and Broadway with work starting May 15. The Independent newspaper, editors, staff, and advertising offices listed with locations in Chicago, Detroit, Minneapolis, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and New York.
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Lethbridge
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Richard N. Merrill
First Methodist Church
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A Mother Writes to Mr Motorist
A newspaper excerpt recounts a mother’s letter urging road safety. She appeals for careful driving after Easter vacation, urging drivers to picture each child’s life before lifting a car into motion. The piece recalls a six year old plea addressed to “Dear Mr. Motorist.”
Dear Mr Motorist Letter From a Tragic Anniversary
A newspaper reports on a motorist tragedy where a mother writes a letter to Mr. Motorist about her three children killed in a crash. The letter, written years earlier, was never mailed, and the driver still sends flowers each anniversary while the mother remains in a mental hospital.
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Goodby
Women Dress to Please Women Not Men Says Columns
A collage of newspaper quotes argues that girls fret over peer judgment more than male approval, with editors from the Portland Oregonian and other papers critiquing fashion, sexuality, socialism, and space policy. It contrasts gendered expectations with calls for practical guidance from the Iowa AMVET and civic voices urging civilian space leadership.
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Oregonian
Agam
Eve
Town Meeting on Baseball Big Business and Slavery Claim
NEWCHY MIGNONE argues that baseball players are not enslaved and may choose to join teams, but reserve clauses keep them from switching. He condemns telecast blackouts as monopoly and calls for remedy to allow fans in Southern California to view American League games.
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California
Dodger
Los Angeles
Dodgers
Newchy Mignone
Restore Lagoon and Beach Plan for Long Beach
Editorial urging restoration of the Rain tow lagoon and beach to the original plan. It emphasizes pioneers, climate, natural views, and the Long Beach Municipal Band as key to attracting tourists and sustaining the city for 49 years. Citizens owe gratitude to the band and support its ongoing role in Long Beach.
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Long Beach
Pioneers
Long
A. G. Wilds
Not Poor Salary Warns Nurse Shortage Noted
In a Lakewood letter GarL G Sorensen argues that nurse turnover stems from low pay and lack of benefits. He notes hospital staff may not receive unemployment or disability insurance and often must seek private medical care, urging nonprofit hospitals to provide fuller benefits to attract and retain nurses.
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Garl’ G. Sorensen
Eastbrook Ave
Lakewood
How to Be a Father review from a reader’s lens
A reader criticizes Frank Gilbreth’s How to Be a Father as a misfire, arguing for a book that tackles genuine paternal duties. The piece urges coverage of emotional development, authority in the home, and early fatherly influence to prevent later behavioral issues.
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Outlook Bleak for GOP Horizon in 1958-60
Ray Tucker notes no bright spots for the Republican party 17 months after Eisenhower’s 1956 victory. Pessimistic findings from both parties’ strategists detail labor, farmers, business, and regional vote blocs turning away from Republicans as Democrats benefit in expected 1960 contests.
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