Nixon tied to China lobby backing 1950 Senate bid
Drew Pearson reports Nixon received cash from the China lobby linked to Chiang Kai-shek for his 1950 California Senate campaign against Helen Gahagan Douglas. The piece details meetings with Dr. H. H. Kung, May Louie Kung, and Alfredo Kohlberg, plus a push to mobilize liberal Republicans and African American voters through Independent Voters for Nixon. It notes Eisenhower's Tachens evacuations and positions on Formosa defense.
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Washington
Nixon
Quemiy
Matsu
Senate
China
Pearson
Chiang Kaishek
Red China
China Lobby
United States
Staten Island
New York Harbor
Catalina Island
Los Angeles
Staten
Catalina
Quemoy
Leo Casey
Wendell Willkie
Bank of China
T. V. Soong
H. H Kung
Casey
Douglas
King
Mme
H. H. Kung
Riverdale
N.Y
Madame Kung
Chiang Kri- Shek
Dr. Kung
YMCA
Alfred Kohlberg
Formosa Strait
Tachen Islands
U. S. 7Th Fleet
Eisenhower
U. S
Tachens
Amoy Harbor
Malsa
Formosa
Time for a New Look at U S Aviation Policy
Vice President Nixon urged a broader national aviation policy to move beyond routes safety and military procurement. He proposed a Presidential Air Policy Commission and cabinet status for the FAA to help Long Beach and U S aviation stay ahead in the 1960s while funding and policy are modernized.
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U.S
Pice
Presidential Air Policy Commission
Nixon
Federal Aviation Agency
Long Beach
America
Mentally Retarded Help Drive Aids Local Foundation
Community awareness notes progress in services for mentally retarded children and promotes support for the Long Beach Exceptional Children's Foundation. The charity drive funds local programs and research to improve outcomes. Contributions should be sent to 4519 E Stearns St Long Beach California.
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Long Beach
Exceptional Children's Foundation, Inc
E. Stearns
Long Beacht 15
Calif
Railroads in peril threaten economy and national security
Ray Tucker argues that U S railroads face deteriorating finances and service cuts that burden millions of commuters and slow economy. He cites federal neglect and compares subsidies to airlines and trucks. Rail leaders seek loans similar to those in the Reconstruction Finance Corporation era to avert a national transport crisis.
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Washington
America
St. Lawrence Seaway
Atlantic
Pacific
Cape Canaveral
Vandenberg
California
Interstate Commerce Commission
Interstate and
Foreign Commerce Committees
Capitol Hill
Prop 11 Clarifies Veterans Tax Laws
League of Women Voters summary outlines eligibility changes for the $1000 property tax exemption for California veterans and survivors. It tightens residency rules to qualify, extends exemption to widowers, and allows transfer of a $5000 disabled veteran exemption to a replacement home while limiting eligibility for those with property above $10,000. Opposing view argues broader benefits raise tax burdens and unequal treatment for post November 1960 movers.
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California
Dea
Can Nation Fall to Complacency
A reflective essay warns that adults often live with childish fantasy of invulnerability. It argues complacency fuels crime recidivism, reckless driving, smoking, and national decline as people misbelieve misfortune cannot touch them. It questions whether a rich, comfortable nation can endure without vigilance.
Town Meeting Charges Nixon Takes Off The Gloves
Editor Joyce Mickelson comments on Richard Nixon’s perceived mudslinging against John Kennedy during the debate. The letter cites Nixon’s make-up and lighting, accusing him of name calling while Kennedy remains poised. Also included are residents Lorne Middough and address notes arguing legislative salary and pension increases as newsworthy reader letters.
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Nixon
Richard Nixon
John Kennedy
Noone
Khrushchev
Sen. Kennedy
Joyce Mickelson
Minors Ave
Westminster
Lorne D
el Mirador Ave
Uraes No Vote on Proposition 3
Uraes reflects on long service in the State Legislature and states a no vote stance on Proposition 3, noting experience and concerns shaping the position.
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Uraes
Vote for men who uphold freedom and self-reliance
Alfred E. Brighton urges voters to back GOP candidates like Nixon Hosmer and Klockstein, praising seasoned leaders who defend the Constitution and moral law over activist change. He underscores America’s traditions, urging participation and voting for the party that champions free enterprise and national strength.
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GOP
America
Ike
Nixon
Craig Hosmer
Herbert Klockstein
U.S.A
Alfred E. Brighton
Cedar Ave
Independent masthead with editor and office listings
The Independent masthead lists publishers editors and office locations including New York Chicago Detroit Los Angeles San Francisco and Minneapolis. It notes current files kept at the office and provides addresses for multiple staff and advertising representatives.
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Herman M. Ridder
Daniel H. Alder
oPy
Harold M. Hines
Amatta
Samuel C. Cameron
Larry Colling Jr
L.A. Collins
Malcolm Epley
Miter
Harry Fulton
Natl
Ridder Jotina Inc
New York
Fifth Avenua
Chicago
Wrigley Bigg
Detroit
Penabacot
Minneanoka
Forhay Tower
Los Angeles
San Francisco
Sutter
Washington News
Gureau
Albee
The
Independent
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Editorial
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Knce
National Association For Retarded Children
Ray Tucker
Gederal
Reconstruction Finance Corporation
Det M Fant
League of Women Voters
By Sydney J. Harris
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