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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Oct 30, 1959

Page

8

Hosmer Sees U S Lead in Nuclear Science Over Soviet Gains

Editorial notes Hosmer views Soviet science as competent but limited to targeted projects while U S atomic research expands in breadth and depth. He praises U S program for broad, refined products and continued consumer growth, contrasting with Soviet emphasis on prestige and rigid claims of success.

Hosmer United States Russia Joint Committee On Atomic Energy America Moscow

A Study on Pay TV and Public Service Networks

An Assembly subcommittee begins a study on November 4 to decide if California should require payment for viewing TV programs at home. The piece discusses pay television, a proposed national public service network, and financing via broadcaster charges, with a possible middle ground.

Assembly California Los Angeles Walter Lippmann Lippmann Ze Ee Jack Fischer Harper's Magazine Fischer

Humphrey Eyes Nomination Amidst Wisconsin Push

The article portrays Senator Hubert Humphrey as optimistic yet hampered by poor poll standings. It notes his deep party support and persistent campaign, with Wisconsin next on a strategy that also targets Oregon Nebraska South Dakota DC and West Virginia. If Kennedy dodges Wisconsin Humphrey may stay in until Oregon.

Humphrey Tess Humph Rey White House Wisconsin Oregon Nebraska South Dakota District of Columbia West Virginia Kennedy

Secret minutes reveal rigging talk on $64,000 quiz show

Dated 1955 notes from Albert Ward, BB&O agency, reveal opening night rigging discussions for the $64,000 show. Ward warns against tricks to avoid public backlash while acknowledging the need for strong ratings and potential eliminations via tougher questions.

Washington Albert Ward Ward Revlon Martin Revlon ED — Ward Mr.Abrams George Abrams Teddy Nadler Robert Strom Entertainment Productions

Town Meeting ay Helping Others Satisfaction Enough

Letter writers discuss volunteer work and rewards, arguing inner gratification suffices and criticizing public praise for relief efforts. The editor notes 6000 volunteers and the need to circulate information among them.

Municipal Auditorium Joe L. M. Donahue Hersholt Ave

Moody waiter dodge highlights tipping critique in Honolulu suit

A Honolulu waiter sued over a 1500 tax claim for unreported tips claiming a moody nature excuses unequal tips. The column argues tipping is entrenched in the economy and often irrational, with givers acting automatically despite service quality, normalizing the system.

Sydney J. Harris Honolulu U. S Mae

Medical Insurance Groundswell Grows Across Nation

A nationwide push for federal medical insurance modeled on Social Security gains momentum. AMA President Dr. Louis M. Orr calls it a life extension effort, while Eisenhower schedules a White House Aging Conference for January 1961. A Senate Aging subcommittee, chaired by Sen. Pat McNamara, holds hearings in multiple cities as it advances the drive on Capitol Hill.

Washington Louis M. Orr American Medical Assn Tucker Eisenhower White House Orr A.M Ees Senate Pat McNamara Michigan Capitol Hill Boston Pittsburgh San Francisco Charleston W. Va Detroit Grand Rapids Miami

Indebted to Social Security? Aged Needs and Proposals

The piece reviews McNamara's visit to aging care sites and quotes him on progress and dismay in nursing homes. It discusses a suggested $4000 minimum annual income for retired couples, current $2000 estimates, and bipartisan moves like Rep Forand's plan to fund medical insurance for the elderly through employer and employee contributions. It notes concerns from the American Medical Association about tax increases and potential socialized medicine, with data on employment and life expectancy for seniors.

Senator McNamara McNamara Aime J, Forand Dem R.L American Medical Assny Orr

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