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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Dec 06, 1960

Page

5

Symington Plan Reviewed as Defense Restructure

An editorial analyzes Senator Symington’s plan to reorganize the defense apparatus, weighing potential efficiency against bureaucratic complexity. It argues the proposal could boost speed of command but risks eroding service distinctions and raises questions about feasibility and political support. The piece notes the Defense Department’s vast reach and ongoing need for periodic reexamination of its operations.

Staf Defense Department

Christmas Cheer calls shoppers to share gifts with families in need

The piece urges Christmas shoppers to curb excess and donate a fraction of their purchases to families unable to buy gifts. It invites readers to contact Christmas Cheer headquarters at Hemlock 3884 or ink 66243 to participate in a charitable program this season.

Aol Christina Hemlock

Kennedy Era Shifts Show Narrow Democratic Wins Across Breadbasket States

The piece surveys Kennedy's slim victories in key breadbasket states Montana Nevada Texas and others noted for Democratic leanings before the New Deal Fair Deal era. It argues shifts driven by water power reclamation rural concerns and farm policy under past administrations and the Ike era. It concludes Kennedy carried only three of several states and faced broad regional resistance.

Drege Kennedy Kennedy States Montana Nevads Texas Morlover Jan Waly Pais Iva Faye Yan Nlher Welk

Independent voices shape 1920s US policy debates

The document critiques the Democratic coalition and Republican stance, noting a split in support over agriculture and industry. It cites figures like Dy and Eisenhower era themes, discussing Senate and executive choices, and tensions within the party ahead of presidential decisions. It mentions constitutional views on government, resource development, and regional political dynamics across California, Washington, Oregon, and Montana.

Sixon Ure Eisenhower Hell's Canyon Idatin Gattiefornia Washington Oregon

Kennedy Eisenhower Early 60s Echoes Roosevelt Hoover Meeting

Drew Pearson compares Kennedy and Eisenhower to Roosevelt and Hoover, noting shifts in US prestige, dollar drain concerns, and the political dynamic. The column recalls the 1932 Hoover Roosevelt debt talks and contrasts it with current Kennedy administration approaches.

Aml Franklin D. Roosevelt Clesent Herbert Hoover Jobe Kennedy Eisenhower Roosevelt Hoover Toby Kennerly U.S. A Kennedy

Long Ago In Long Biadie 2 Yankee Dons Acquire Ranchos

The narrative recounts Abel Stearns buying Jos Alamitos for 5500 in hides and tallow, with Dona Manuela da Cota’s 12 children inheriting after her death. Rafaela married John Temple of Pueblo de Los Angeles. Temple and Stearns, both from New England, became partners after relocating to Los Angeles. Temple’s bid for his siblings’ shares destabilized by cultural attitudes toward marriage. Abel married Arcadia Bandini. their union reflects era customs and changed citizenship.

Dio Vigneroa Anchatas Alaminis Francisca Abel Stearns Manuela da Cota Rafaela John Temple Pueblo de Los Angeles Manuela Temple Joh Temple New England Los Angeles Temale Don Juan Arcaria Dan Dua Bandini United States Abel Arcadia Jos Alamitos

Understanding Women Beyond Male Notions

A reflective piece on the limits of male insight into women, citing Socrates and personal anecdotes. It argues that biological and psychological differences between genders defy complete understanding, and that love bridges the gap where intellect falls short. It notes a wife’s hospital observation about new mothers and the complex mix of emotions.

Nixon Emerges Champion In Debates, Kennedy Questioned

R F Pynchon reflects on town meeting viewing of presidential debates naming Nixon as the stronger performer. Kennedy appears glib and less sincere, with noted misstatements on Quemoy Matsu and the U2 incident. Pynchon suggests Nixon as secretary of state or as associate presidential adviser in future crisis management.

Cestresport Nixon Kennedy Rey Matsa Cuba Kenney Richard Nixon

Democratic official probes alleged voting irregularities

Daniel Ward aims to lead an investigation into Democratic voting irregularities in Illinois while Joe Etherly reports his brother Claude has vanished from a hospital in Waco, Texas and helped in the first atomic bombing. Etherly hopes his brother finds peace somewhere.

Chicago Daniel Ward Daniel Waco

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