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Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1959
Page
4
The piece argues American and Soviet space milestones differ in timing and nature. It defends U S program breadth and safety in comparison with Russia's focused rocket work, noting America’s heavier satellite and superior guidance and communication, while urging measured pride and continued collaboration of goals across nations.
Dr Jordan argues protein is essential for life noting nitrogen in food, amino acids as building blocks, and that plant proteins are less valuable but necessary. He warns protein deficiency causes edema, tissue wasting, heat loss, anemia, and fatigue, urging animal proteins like meat eggs fish cheese where affordable.
General Wedemeyer asserted in a news conference that Soviet space probes indicate a 10,000 mile guided missile with exceptional accuracy. He cautioned no intention for nuclear war but urged firmness on Taiwan and defense of Quemoy and Matsu. He warned future Russian reach could threaten Kowloon and Hong Kong, while noting US must finance to catch up. Flag Day June 14 marks a Pennsylvania legal holiday.
Sydney J. Harris argues that irrational fears hidden in the mind are more powerful than visible dangers. He cites battles, childbirth, and phobias to show the core terror stems from repressed impulses buried in consciousness.
Washington notes two years ahead influence on the next president. Nelson Rockefeller plans forthright reports on housing highways and education, while a Democratic revolt against Sam Rayburn seeks rule changes to curb obstruction. The back scratching system powers Congress, with a secret ballot likely to oppose gag rules if Mel Pryne leads the caucus.
Washington report shows about 4 billion dollars in unemployment compensation paid to nearly 105 million Americans in 1958. Secretary James P. Mitchell notes the year’s payments nearly doubled any prior year and covered about one third of wages lost. The average weekly unemployment check averaged 30.57 dollars, a record high, two dollars more than 1957.
An upcoming four lane Ross Street crossing Los Angeles river and Compton creek was announced by Orrin Conley, LA county road commissioner, with adequate right of way west of Long Beach Boulevard. The county will widen Cherry Avenue to Bellflower Boulevard. A Metropolitan Water District aqueduct project awarded to Western Pipe and Steel Co. will bring Colorado river water to Long Beach by November 1, including lateral lines to Compton and Torrance.
Washington notes say Republicans must adapt to a transformed political era as key party bosses fade. The piece contrasts old patronage networks and clubhouses with F D R era federal aid programs and rising concern for security, job guarantees, and social welfare shaping voter loyalties and party strategy.
United Press International reports statements from Mikoyan on pacific hopes with Dulles, Rayburn urging prompt anti racketeering bills, Urrutia vowing honest Cuban government, and Adenauer noting optimism despite age worries as 1939 nostalgia fades.
The Independent announces its publisher, editors, and advertising representatives. Ridder and Ridder are named publishers with Hines and Cameron as publishers, Gollins as manager, and Ephynne as executive editor. Offices are listed in New York, Chicago, Detroit, and other cities, with current staff maintained at those locations.
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