Dark Cloud Over Europe Warns Of Global Inflation
LA Cays discusses a 20 percent devaluation of the French Franc and its ripple effects. It notes weakened purchasing power in France Britain Finland Greece and many other nations while the United States faces a 20 percent inflation impact. The piece argues for tight money policy to protect the dollar and warns readers to consider long term economic consequences.
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Town meeting editor proposes pageant reform plan
A town meeting editor urges clear rules for Miss Universe entrants. He suggests governments select bona fide candidates from each country and state, potentially eliminating multiple city entrants to avoid a Texas Roundup style event and ensure standards.
Press-Telegram history flashback blazer blimp headlines
A nostalgic recap notes August 26 as the Press Telegram first broadcast news via the Goodyear blimp with red neon slogans. It recalls long ago highway traffic headaches on Highway 201 in Long Beach and a new traffic law now enforced by the state patrol.
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Slow Walkers Comment on Downtown Crossing Signs
Readers note signals for diagonal crossing and the standard path cause confusion. They urge officials to extend walk times at intersections due to slow walkers and infirmities, pointing to Long Beach as the example and naming G. L. Blakely.
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Long Beach
G. L. Blakely
Delta Similarity Cairo Illinois Named for Egypt Delta
Cairo Illinois inspired the name Delta Similarity as settlers arrived in 1828 and judged the site in Illinois akin to the delta region of Cairo Egypt.
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Labor's Gains in Danger From Hoffa Rise
Washington reports warn that organized labor would suffer if James R. Hoffa wins the Teamsters presidency next month amid McClellan disclosures about ties to gangsters. A Hoffa victory could strengthen Taft Hartley and push right to work, jeopardizing 45 years of labor gains and prompting broadened anti union legislation nationwide.
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Circuit Court Division Map for United States Regions
Brief note outlines the U S circuit court system dividing the nation into regional circuits including Alaska Puerto Rico and Hawaii. Mentions establishment coverage areas and geographic distribution of the courts within the federal judiciary.
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Independent news offices and management lineup
The Independent lists editorial staff and office locations including Harold M. Hines Asst to Publisher Samuel Geni and Managing Editor Gotummniet N nek. It notes offices at Wrigley Building Washington inc along with Foshay Tower 56 East 4th Street Los Angeles 3242 W St San Francisco 110 Sutter St and current tile holdings at these offices.
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Personal contact over the phone beats secretary filters
Sydney Harris argues executives should answer their own phones to stay human. He cites English leaders who do so, notes secretaries shield top figures and slow responses, and warns impersonality harms business. He urges direct calls, faster replies, and personal contact despite etiquette.
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Test of Whether Politicians Bow to Labor in 1958
The piece argues Congress may act to curb unions, with investigations ongoing and another $150,000 requested to continue until next January. It predicts 1958 will test lawmakers amid labor influence, noting disclosures could deter unions from endorsing candidates. Watching should be fun.
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Brain Does Not Regenerate Like Other Tissues
A reader asks about brain healing after surgery for a cystic tumor and paralysis on the left side. The doctor explains brain tissue does not regenerate like other tissues and significant improvement is unlikely.
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Hoffa Attorney Ties Link Arkansas Senator to Case
Drew Pearson exposes how Hoffa used Arkansas State Senator Burst Hurst as counsel in the Washington trial, with Ralph Pierce arranging the retention. The piece details Hurst’s testimony, payments, and roles, and notes broader ties to Chicago gambler Pierce and the Capone network. Also covered is Clemson returning a $99,050 AEC grant amid racial integration clauses, amid wider college participation in atomic funding.
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Naturalization concept and 19th century status
The text notes that naturalization is a modern development, and until 1870 a man remained a citizen of his native land no matter where he lived, reflecting historical constraints on nationality and residency.
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