29 Jul 1961
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Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1961
Page
1
A Kennedy era column argues that new government programs and rising spending threaten the economy. It states half of U S families earn under 5600 yearly and would bear most future taxes, urging lower income households to press Congress and local officials to curb inflation and spending.
Drew Pearson reports on a tense panel under Kennedy between Gen Maxwell Taylor and Gen Curtis LeMay over limited war in Berlin. Taylor argued for restraint while LeMay warned NATO gains could trigger a broader Soviet response. Kennedy reportedly favored Taylor's approach but sought a flexible, rebuilt ground force to counter Soviet pressure.
Florida senator George Smathers briefly joins Kennedy at White House breakfasts while asserting the president cannot stall on Cuba policy. He criticizes recent Kennedy bills in Florida speeches, warns that waiting six months to two years could be seen as abandonment, and remains publicly friendly despite the rift.
Los Angeles county officials acknowledge snags in an $887 000 electronic vote tallying machine and question its readiness for next year. County Manager Lindon S Hollinger cites paper handling trouble though tests show high accuracy, with rechecks needed to catch occasional missed ballots. A Norden Division unit from United Aircraft Corp is promised a new model with returns expected next year, and officials may test it if supervisors approve.
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