This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 11 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1958
Page
8
LAC argues postal rate increases are needed to cover services and deficits. Magazine publishers resist potential subscription hikes fearing reduced circulation while urging Congress to subsidize antiquated operations and nonpostal functions. Direct mail and general public oppose or support changes as modernization costs loom.
The Independent urges an overwhelming YES for the March 4 Charter Amendment. It calls for proof to the state that the city will address the land linkage problem and keep the city great. The piece emphasizes voting as a private act yet stresses civic duty and unity.
A Long Beach clipping recalls Fredrick Waller of Pan-Pacific Oil and the Austrian consul role, notes the 1938 invasion, and records naval base relocations. It mentions 20 and 80 year markers, rainfall, and federal construction rankings, plus Senator Reed’s 1930s campaign stop and a rock breakwater plan for Pine and Linden avenues.
Questions and Answers covering topics from Gideons to German silver metals to German shepherd color variations and Civil War songs. It lists concise responses naming individuals organizations and terms while noting relief sculpture and cabinet post holders two in number.
Current files of The Independent are maintained at offices in New York Chicago Minneapolis Los Angeles San Francisco and Washington. The snippet lists Ridder Hines Cameroh Gollins and Sines among editors publishers and managers with addresses in major cities.
Letters discuss the exchange of scientists with Russia as a potential bridge to better U S Soviet relations, while noting it may be limited by political disputes. Readers weigh in on the global value of intellectual exchange and the evolving role of scientists in international affairs.
In a recession year Congress resists large scale foreign aid. President Eisenhower pushes 3.9 billion dollars for foreign countries, two thirds military support, but lawmakers fear home jobs and higher defense costs. The administration argues aid lowers overall defense expenditures abroad.
A historical discussion on denominational mergers and persistent intolerance, noting the tension between conformity and nonconformity. The piece argues for Christian unity centered on loving God and neighbor, citing Jesus’ two greatest commandments as core, while acknowledging ongoing diversity amid global religious movements.
A note on fiat money stating it is currency issued by a government without gold backing. Mentions Continental Congress era issues and Civil War era greenbacks as examples of fiat currency in U.S. history.
A sizable airport surveillance radar used in air traffic control comprises 707 tubes and 230 fuses, weighing about 15,500 pounds. The system operates with a range of roughly 30 miles from the airport, reflecting its significant capacity for guiding aircraft and ensuring safety.
In Washington, Clarence Brown taunts Speaker Rayburn about a $100,000 Texas oil dinner and a letter praising his support of the gas bill. Rayburn grins, saying it hurts state pride the letter came from Texas.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.