California special elections show party split limits gains
In Los Angeles districts Republicans won key races amid Democratic vote splitting. In the 45th District a Republican victory came with 23 percent of the total, the rest split among six Democrats. Across Alameda and San Bernardino counties, Democratic registration remained higher, yet Republicans gained by concentrating votes. The piece notes right to work as a major issue shaping outcomes and hints at broader implications for the next general election.
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Long Beach Area Sees 1947 Gain in Consumers and Trade
Figures released today show a 130 percent rise in consumers in Long Beach since 1924 with 74 026 listed at year end 1947. Marine Exchange data report a 36 percent uptick in shipping traffic for the Long Beach Los Angeles port in 1947. Lt Col George Be Oerts aly executive officer PFist Coast Artillery National Guard notes new Battery G is authorized for Long Beach. First Lt Clifford Bey served as commanding officer during ceremonies at the mind armory. State Employment Service began registering workers eligible for benefits under the Unemployment Reserve Act. OREGON 30 years ago Oliver Peacock Lon Peek Jack Rothwell named greens committee for Municipal golf course Recreation Park and Larry Gleagon named golf pro. Public Service director Walter Fleming reports changes in Superior Court judges here with J Rey Schauer as new judge in B and Henry M Willis continuing in A.
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Town Meeting on Education and Priorities
A reader argues education should front load basic skills in early grades, criticizing delays in teaching writing and arithmetic until fourth grade in California. The letter questions athletics emphasis, student progress, and large class sizes, urging focus on foundational learning and support for slower students.
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Experts Say U S Is Weak Amid Nuclear Tension
Washington voices clash over U S military strength versus Russia and NATO. Norstad sees a safe lead while European leaders doubt Washington’s optimism. Dulles’s Paris report draws sharp European distrust and questions about U S foreign policy.
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Strictly Personal Criticism A Sore Spot for Doctors
A physician criticizes the medical profession for insularity and defensiveness. He cites Alan Gregg and George Gordon on doctors avoiding criticism while fearing public and lay scrutiny. The piece argues that group voices misrepresent individual doctors who are, in fact, often better than their official spokesmen.
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Eisenhower education scare linked to Sputnik delay
Senator Lyndon Johnson probes U. S missile status and science education failures dating back to 1951. James D. Zellerbach and Rowan Gaither warned of only 155,000 scientists and 15,000 in basic research, urging better teaching and more young talent, but action lagged until after Sputnik. Merry Go Round notes praise for Mamie Eisenhower and remarks on critics, with brief diplomatic and political quips.
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Dr Jordan on glandular fever prognosis and care
Dr Jordan discusses glandular fever also called infectious mononucleosis. He notes it is rarely fatal, contagiousness is low, and bed rest is advised. Symptoms vary from vague pains to fever and swollen lymph glands, with diagnosis guided by blood tests and mononuclear cell counts.
Ancient Pyramids of Giza and Their Builders
The Great Pyramid at Giza, built around 3000 B.C. by King Cheops, with his son Chephren constructing the slightly smaller Second Pyramid. Measurements show less than an inch error in 736 feet per side. Menkaura completed the Third Pyramid.
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First American ship to sail directly to China
The 80 ton sloop Experiment sailed from Albany in 1785 bound for Canton China and returned in 1787 marking the first direct American voyage to China. The passage notes historic trade links and lists publishing staff and office details for The Independent.
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Thinking It Over By RB Dieffenwacher on Humility
Suffering keeps people humble and guards against hubris. Pain teaches limits, urging fewer sins against body and mind. Protecting the body is seen as God’s will, while sins of the mind parallel physical faults. Seek God’s guidance to end suffering and accept help.
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