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Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1969
Page
12
Long Beach hosts the second day of a three day conference on oceans industry and education. Educators and scientists from the United States and Mexico discuss education in marine science and the demand for trained personnel in oceanography and related fields.
A critical essay argues that leaders and institutions from universities to nations display powerlessness in the face of modern challenges. It laments the outdated fantasy of power, notes reliance on police, and observes a shift from strong men to technicians and bureaucrats across politics and industry.
President Nixon appears more confident after five hundred days in office yet remains wary of party bosses. He has developed a charming White House persona at dinners, notably the Duke Ellington event, where he relaxed amid a jazz afterglow. He still balances supporters across factions while courting the South.
The article notes Nixon’s deference to Everett Dirksen while challenging Strom Thurmond’s influence. It highlights Secretary Finch as a rising force shaping HEW appointments and Republican direction, with praise for steering a pragmatic mix of New Deal and Great Society ideas. It covers the Sea of Japan show of force, Moscow’s influence, and a carefully managed naval move following the EC-121 incident.
The piece discusses Paul Kresh book The Power of the Unknown Citizen and how cranks or zealots changed history. It cites Clarence Gideon and Rosa Parks as examples and argues sustained belief can alter outcomes despite lack of credentials.
An editorial collection comments on hair drama overshadowing global war fears and politics. Letters from R W W of Westminster and others critique witch hunts and support free dissent while questioning Kennedy era events and Lockheed U S Air Force contracts amid social unrest.
Kathleen Lukens and Carol Panter present four children with different handicaps each seeking acceptance through understanding in a world of social ignorance. David cannot translate sounds into words. Jane is a diabetic. Patsy is mongoloid but capable of learning. Martin has brittle bones and breaks easily.
Doyle R Smith a postman notes decline while Bess Winger a recreation director says not, criticizing censorship and funding of youth demonstrations. Russell Stockman a construction worker doubts the chatter, likening it to the weather with little action.
A beach survey quotes SUSAN BALDWIN and others arguing communism wanes as nationalism fades and riots rise. Dale Gowers notes loss of significance and a smaller role for communism even in the Soviet Union. Darlene Wickline adds that communism is losing stature amid discontent.
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