Linkage Foes Tell of Threat to L B Shipyard
An assembly of 150 civic and business leaders heard that only extraordinary measures can save the subsidence plagued Long Beach Naval Shipyard and avert severe economic disaster if it shuts. Chamber of Commerce officials warned Congress may halt funds unless antisink measures are agreed on by end of March. Long Beach has already lost industries and some insurers fear a holocaust if subsidence strains gas lines. A surreal interlude in the meeting featured WM, a white hunter, and a jokey exchange about big game with a deck of cards as the narrative shifted away from policy toward comic distraction.
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Chamber of Commerce
Lafayette Hotel
Long Beach
Harry
Africa
Butlum
Eaton
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Darrell Neighbors
Chamber
Aee
Quebec Tests 2000 Motorists Over 70
About 2,000 drivers over age 70 in Quebec faced road tests and physical checks as part of a program to reduce traffic accidents. Neighbors voiced concern as authorities said the tests aim to ensure safe operation of vehicles on seawalls and dikes, with quake-related risk noted.
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Montreal
Terminal Island
Forthright Statement on President's Defense Speech
A reader urges all to read the President's forthright speech on defense. The writer extols the President as the best-informed leader with honest integrity, citing his military and scientific advisory team and bipartisan trust in safeguarding national welfare. Continued on Page A-10.
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America
Bartender Wage Hike Signals Broad Wage Boost
A two year contract between Long Beach Orange County hotel and restaurant association and unions raises bartender pay about 10 percent and expands fringe benefits for more than 6,000 culinary workers. Wages rise in stages with April August and February increases plus employer funded health and welfare costs covering about 11,000 people. Current benefits include no cost medical clinic care, hospital coverage up to 1,000 per illness annually, and 1,000 life insurance with disability and double indemnity.
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Orange County
Long Beach and
Orange, County
Dave Tallichet
Restaurant
Charles Savita
Jack Arnold
Hoffa Fund Plan Revealed By Teamsters Leaders
Chicago reports show Teamster officials from 13 Midwest states discussed funding a $2 million legal defense for James R. Hoffa and Harold J. Gibbons. Promissory notes authorized payroll deductions of $10 weekly with a 3 percent penalty for late payments.
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James R. Hoffa
Harold J. Gibbons
Hofta
Midwest
Gibbons
Acheson Breaks Arm in Fall on Ice
Former Secretary of State Dean Acheson fractured his left arm in a fall on ice. Emergency Hospital said his condition is good and he will likely be back home in a few days.
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Washington
Dean Acheson
Emergency
Shriever Urges Missile Boost Before Congress
Maj. Gen. Bernard A. Shriever urged Congress that Air Force missiles with 1500 and 5000 mile ranges can and should be accelerated beyond administration plans. He cited recommendations to speed Thor and Atlas programs, noting limited response from officials and the potential for emergency defense funds to restore parts of his expanded fiscal plan. He warned of possible combat in outer space and referenced long running U S space programs while noting concerns from Sen. Symington.
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Stuart Symington
Soviet Premier Bulganin pushes for East West summit
Soviet Premier Nikolai Bulganin sent a 38 page note to President Eisenhower proposing an East West summit to discuss disarmament and European unification. The note, echoed by Moscow Radio and British officials, outlines questions and calls for a high level meeting while criticizing U S diplomacy as cautious. Lincoln White of the State Department said the note aims to show allies a path to tension reduction and bold U S action.
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State of the Union
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Europe
State Department
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Lincoln White
Bulgaria
America
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U. S
Czech Students Sponsor Negro Student to Study in Czechoslovakia
The Communist youth paper Mlada Fronta reported that Czech high school students organized a plan to raise funds to invite a Negro student from Little Rock Arkansas to continue his studies in Czechoslovakia. The project aims to bring the student to study in the country.
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Vienna
Little Rock
Ark
Czechoslovakia
Mlada Fronta
America
Eisenhower calls for safety through strength in State of the Union
President Eisenhower proclaims a program of safety through strength in his annual State of the Union message. He urges Congress and the nation to back a stepped up missiles program, Pentagon reforms, and intensified aid to nations facing Soviet economic pressure. He directs the Russian people to help turn the world toward lasting peace.
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Eisenhower
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Acie
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Kremlin
Ike's Talk Criticized Pro and Con
Washington Democrats faulted the State of the Union for lacking concrete proposals while Republicans praised the eight point program as a path to stronger security. Californians and lawmakers from both parties weighed in on the address amid debates over defense needs and bipartisan support.
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Eisenhower
California
Igenhower
Thomas H. Kuchel
Anaheim
Harry R. Sheppard
D-Yucalpa
House
Appropriations Committee
State of the Union Highlights Amid Cold War Pressures
The address outlines deterrence through strong military power and missiles, while warning Soviet threats and urging economic strength. It emphasizes rapid weapons development, defense reform, and a science for peace approach, alongside education and scientific collaboration to sustain global leadership.
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Washington
U. S
Sputnik
Antigambling petition filed in Gardena for April ballot
An anti gambling petition with 1450 signatures was filed Thursday with the city clerk to place an antigambling ordinance on the April 8 ballot. The City Clerk’s office said 4200 of the signatures must be found valid for the proposal to be placed on the municipal election ballot.
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Blizzard halts starch for missing Minnesotan child
A brief item notes a mysterious halt in starch supply affecting Minnesota's missing 5 year old Dannie Lamon. The story references ongoing industry contract negotiations of 1958 with Lockheed and union representatives at odds, on page A-IL and A-2.
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Dannie’ Lamon
A-Il
Etrst “Atroraet
Lockheed
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