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Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1959
Page
13
In a foreign policy reflection, the author cites 172 years of the U S Constitution with 22 amendments as a model of stable government. The piece contrasts American constitutional rule with Premier Khrushchev’s dictatorship, urging readers to view the Soviet system as fragile and transient in a changed world.
The California Democratic Council defends its pre primary endorsement activity after controversy and Republican opposition charges it undermines the primary system. CDC supporters cite past successes and the now eliminated cross filing as justification while opponents warn of a threat to decent government.
A batch of 2 195 New Laws from the 1959 State Legislature become effective today with varied timing. Some measures began last July while others start in early next year. Notable items include a $200 million tax program started July 1 and a 65 mph speed limit taking effect January 1.
A postwar analysis suggests the 1960 campaign is reshaping party loyalties. Republicans seek a Nixon-Rockefeller dream ticket while Democrats splinter between moderates and liberals. Labor, civil rights groups, and minority leaders voice frustration with Roosevelt-Truman era liberalism and Karl Gore reforms.
Washington column argues Senator Hennings and Charlie Halleck shaped a GOP Southern coalition to block civil rights and housing bills. It warns Northern Black voters may abandon the Republican Party as Halleck’s strategy risks shifting industry southward and jeopardizing Indiana’s 6th District.
Pedestrian safety at crosswalks highlighted as children return to school. A mother argues crosswalks belong to pedestrians and warns motorists not to hinder children crossing Atlantic Ave. Readers comment on driver behavior and the need for protecting youngsters.
Sacramento report questions a legislative pension change used to award Allan Miller a six year service credit, enabling eligibility for state pensions. The piece cites higher officials including Earl Warren and Gov. Brown, noting bonuses tied to retirement and potential combined pay as a judge or pension recipient.
Retrospective notes recall 16 years since the official Long Beach Disaster Council roster release detailing 18 regular and 17 ex-officio members. It also cites 20 years ago when Long Beach led California Tri-State Junior Chamber of Commerce events in San Jose and 30 years ago labor leaders planned a major convention with local officials.
United Press International reports Khrushchev comparing capitalism and communism and warning lagging nations they will be surpassed. In New York at the United Nations and Edwards Air Force Base notes Secretary Herter seeking limited arms control and test pilot Crossfield recalling the X-15 flight and his role as a passenger.
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