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Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1958
Page
5
The Assembly Subcommittee on Rackets in Los Angeles questions dozen underworld figures who refuse to answer citing self incrimination. Editorial endorses contempt proceedings as a necessary response to perceived abuse of the constitutional privilege and defends its protection for the innocent.
The piece argues Democratic state assemblymen may face hard choices in 1959 as they must weigh district loyalties against Gov. Pat Brown's program. It notes a historic pattern where liberal bills died in the Senate and suggests Brown will rely on legislative approval to curb deficits. The coming session could mark a landmark shift with Democrats controlling both houses for the first time since 1889.
Bruce biossat reports labor now rides high after a Democratic wave that swept five of six states against right to work measures. AFLCIO aims at reforms to Taft-Hartley and broader goals in wages, benefits, housing, and civil rights. Yet conservative bloc strength in committees and veto risks temper expectations for swift gains in Washington.
Sydney J. Harris argues Americans reveal personal details to strangers due to insecurity and mobility. He notes frequent unsolicited life stories on trains and in hotels, suggesting a quest for permanence and meaning rather than mere egotism. The piece contrasts American social habits with European restraint and poses a psychological need behind self-disclosure.
Ray Tucker notes Nelson Rockefeller draws questions about the 1960 presidential bid. Rockefeller avoids national issues, stressing service as governor and a plan rooted in New York history. Governor Harriman’s national ambitions hurt his gubernatorial bid, while Rockefeller’s voters prefer a governor focused on Albany.
Readers critique the newspaper for sensational coverage and limited world news while praising editorial support for Prop 16. Letters from Barbara Baker and Dwight L Clarke with Citizens United Against Taxing Serials urge clearer news value and tax policy concerns.
A reader laments the GOP failing to sway independent voters over the opposition's socialistic programs. The letter praises Vice President Nixon for noting Democrats won by sustained effort, while Republicans only campaigned for two months. James Millsap, 55 Datsy Ave.
A clipped reminiscence notes Charles Butfum naming a new elementary school at 23rd St and Ximena Ave, another called David Boreham on San Anselme Ave in Lakewood, a third at Abbeyfield Ave and Atherton St named Los Alamitos. Silverado Park Community Hall dedication followed a banquet and weekend programs. Wallace promoted at Bank of Italy in Los Angeles after 12 years at the Marine branch.
Washington column notes alleged duck hunting baiting near Toledo and Ike's quick limit, with Bricker era fears and Toledo club gatekeeping. It shifts to a power struggle at the 1952 Republican Convention as Dirksen battles Dewey for Senate leadership, pitting Young Turk liberal senators against old guard stalwarts led by Rockefeller era priorities.
A collection of brief quotes from lawmakers and officials on race, space, and diplomacy. Rep Brooks Hays discusses legal rights in the South without partial obedience to court decisions. James Hagerty speaks on television. Boris Pasternak’s Nobel Prize rejection is noted by Dr A I Karkushevic. Lt Gen Arthur G Trudeau rebuts Soviet claims about a US moon base.
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