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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Jul 16, 1957

Page

4

Danger of missiles and defense consolidation

LAC argues guided missiles are replacing fighter planes, risking job losses and billions spent on missiles by the Air Force Navy and Army. He calls for consolidating research to avoid duplication, warns communities reliant on defense plants to pivot to consumer goods, and notes political and economic implications of the missile race.

Air Force Navy Army Amy Nevy Congress Department of Defense California

Town Meeting No Left Turns

Editor suggests banning all left turns on main thoroughfares to ease traffic delays. Using a hypothetical Pacific Coast Highway westbound driver turning onto Atlantic Avenue, the piece outlines how the proposed rule would operate and affect flow.

Independent Pacific Coast Hwy Atlantic Ave Atlantic Gettig Keith Compton

July 16 40 Years Ago Solid Five voted out in city council

A historic note recalls the July 16 vote when the Solid Five administration was ousted. Six new councilmen were elected while three former members remained. New faces included A. Lyrin Parmley Joseph R. Ramsey Raymond C. Kealer George D. Ezell Herbert R. Klockstein and Basil A. Carlson.

A. Lyrin Parmley Joseph R. Ramsey Raymond C. Kealer George D. Ezell Herbert R. Klockstein Basil A. Carlson

Harbor oil spill complaint sparks city rules dispute

Galdeen Clark cites oil spray from a nearby well near the harbor and alleges city rules were not followed. She claims car damage while parked by the opening and says harbor workers treated her with disdain. Her attorney is reviewing laws and she may hold commissioners liable if regulations were violated.

Independent Harbor Long Beach Citizers Pe Galdeen Clark

Democrats adopt streetwise critique of foreign policy

Washington reports a new Democratic strategy targeting the administrations foreign policy. The approach shifts from formal oratory to direct questions aimed at the average American, pressing issues from Russia to the Middle East. Prominent figures including Kennedy and Johnson back more flexible diplomacy and economic tools while critiquing Dulles rigidness.

Washington United States Russia Middle East North Africa China Atellites National Defense Ray Tucker Charley” Michelson John J. Raskoh Herbert Hoover Sen Kennedy Massachunetts Humphrey Minnesota Johnson Texas Symington Missouri Douglas Trawis Foland Kremlin Senate Dulles TVA U. S Eisenhower Capitol Hill London Tel Aviv Tommy Thompson Moscow Thompson Kansas City Star Roy Roberts Harry Truman Truman Roy Charlie Ross Internal Revenue Treasury General Services Administration Pakistan White House Blair House Ike

Strictly Personal Son Best Pay May Not Be Best Job

The author urges graduates to value emotional satisfaction over high pay. Money grows with expenses, and true gratification from work sustains effort amid stress. A profession offering meaningful contribution and intrinsic pleasure is linked to better health and resilience, beyond mere financial gains.

Sydney J. Harkhis

Great strides in brain tumor surgery and diagnosis

Dr. Jordan outlines that brain tumor operations are serious but increasingly successful. He explains variability of symptoms by tumor location and size, notes risks of self diagnosis, and describes tests from physical exams to spinal fluid analysis and X ray enhancement to locate tumors.

Edwin J. Jordan M.D. V NEA C. B Mr. R

U S Utilities Windfall Politicians Behind Highway Bill

The lead three congressmen push a road bill that will cost taxpayers about 2 billion to move utilities poles pipes and conduits as highways widen. Utilities claim Uncle Sam will cover 60 percent, while opponents warn against further federal handouts and free access rights.

Washington Uncle S Am George Dondera Royal Oak Mich Gordon Scherer Cincinnati Harry McGregor West Lafayette Ohio Jack Dempsey New Mexico Robert Jones Alabama Brady Gentry Texas Congress At&t Bureau of Public Roads Rep Gentry Dempsey and Jones John Baldwin Martinez Calif Dondero, McGregor Scherer

Independent page header and staff credits

The Independent lists publisher Herman H Aldderjeamn and associate publishers along with editors and office locations in Chicago, Los Angeles, and San Francisco. Current files are maintained at these offices, with managers and staff noted for editorial and advertising duties.

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