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Newspaper
Independent Long Beach
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1951
Page
18
A reader argues that price and wage controls should be limited to nine months or a year. The writer notes the postwar shift to freer markets reduced shortages, but highlights missteps after the Korean War and questions granting long term authority to the President. The piece urges cautious extension only if necessary.
A reader letter from Betty Comer criticizes recent 4 cent mail rate increases and USPS service changes. She recounts mailing a letter at 5 p.m. and receiving it days later, noting delays and a later free return for 98 cents. She argues taxpayers should not cover misused funds and urges consideration of whistleblower concerns and postal reform.
A disjointed note criticizes a so-called Panty Club for intruding on daily life. It argues that members pay about 69 cents per item and that a refund policy would be fair if one returns a pair after use. The writer laments perceived outraged attitudes and questions accountability.
T Jove Loge Sam and FT recount a confusing mail arrangement where twelve newspapers were shipped across the country for 1 cent, but the sender was charged nearly double to send portions back. A clerk questioned if the items were whole papers and the response alluded to cutting ad pages.
Drew Pearson reports that a Senate Investigating Committee found Arabian American Oil Co overcharged the Navy, promising 40 cent oil but selling at 1.05 a barrel, aiding Saudi aid and financing lend lease in 1941. The Justice Department stalled, statute of limitations nears, and no action has been taken. It cites other cases including radar and wiretap probes, and notes ex governor M. E. Thompson's OPS pay dispute and late night calls.
Bob Considine discusses Ireland's roots and independence, noting its neutrality in WWII, strong power and rivers, adaptable industry, and electrification plans. He argues U S firms should move dollars to Ireland, transforming blocked sterling funds into Irish investment to boost private enterprise and revive trade.
Caroline Stewart reports being charged 12 cents more than expected for a lighter newspaper package while a heavier package at the other end of the line cost less. The note questions why Uncle Sam taxes for whole newspapers versus parts and seeks understanding of the price discrepancy.
The message playfully imagines a hypothetical league change banning runners from advancing beyond first base. It jokes about the chaos and calls observers “lone pans” and “wieners,” then ends with a nod to Korps.
International News Service commentary lauds Judge Murphy and Judge Medina for politically neutral appointments. It jokes that clean-faced justice lacks authority, notes Truman’s rotation, and laments Murphy leaving as New York City police commissioner, joking of his mustache as a spectacle alongside Empire State and Radio City.
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