Truman's Repudiation and Steel Strike Strategic Link
The piece argues President Truman used Charles E. Wilson's resignation to energize Democratic campaign themes against big business at the Jefferson Jackson Day dinner. It claims a reversal on price increases for steel and wage raises aimed to balance politics, predicting a looming April 8 steel strike and a November 4 national vote.
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Truman
Charles E. Wilson
White House
Wilson
Wall Street
United States Steel Corp
Wage Stabilization Board
Democratic Party
Promising Start for Long Beach City Art Center
Long Beach opens its Municipal Art Center with a $250,000 exhibition of 80 works from major museums. The show runs Tuesday through Sunday until April 25, with interpretive notes, aiming to attract both art patrons and newcomers to a city supported center dedicated to general art. City officials and the Arts Committee applaud the promising advent and broad public access.
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Long Beach
Municipal Art Center
Ocean Blvd
Jeto
Dali
Picasso
Samuel Heavenrich
Did Truman Irrevocably Close Door to Run
Washington weighs whether President Truman will run as the Democratic convention approaches. Events may alter the decision, with civil rights, party unity, and potential drafts shaping the race. The author notes Truman’s statement uses shall not will affect perceptions and the final answer comes after the July convention adjourns.
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Truman
Eisenhower
Senator Russell
Georgia
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Taft
Mr. Truman
Mr Truman
Agai
Editorial chorus cheers and doubts on Truman decision
Excerpts from editorials across the nation weigh Truman's choice not to seek re election. Criticism targets corruption and political strategy while others praise the move and potential candidates like Stevenson Kefauver and Eisenhower. Public reaction splits along party lines with calls for fresh faces and party unity.
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Truman
Dallas News
Russell
Eisenhower
Washington Post
Jowebb
Nashville
New York Post
Adlai Stevenson
Illinois
Kansas City
Sen
Georgia
Ser
Kefanger
South
Gen
Stevenson
New York Herald-Tribune
New York Daily News
Thoughts on seeking self over Truth and justice
A reflective excerpt contrasts the pursuit of self with the higher ideals of truth and justice. It laments that people chase personal gain rather than Christ's example, urging self-examination to align with righteous aims. The lines echo centuries of moral commentary on ego versus virtue.
Just Folks by E. A. Guest playful verse on April fool pranks
The speaker notes decades of gullibility to April fool tricks from Mr Fox and others. He recalls falling for pranks since nineteen thirty three, including losing money and mislaid items, yet admits enjoyment in being fooled. The tone is wry and affectionate toward playful deception.
Long Beach notes recall rent controls and wartime fishing
Ten years ago landlords were urged to stabilize rents before government limits. Gov Olson extended sardine fishing by 30 days to ensure canners meet wartime contracts. Ten years earlier Procter and Gamble plant on West Seventh Street was completed. Councilman Walter expected officials to attend North Long Beach birthday celebration. Virginia City named part of North Long Beach. Thirty years ago regional planning opened by Charles Henderson. Rev Taubman marked seventh anniversary of his first sermon on April 2, 1915.
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Olson
Procter and Gamble Company
W. Seventh St
D. E. Marshall
Oscar H. Walter
North Long Beach
Virginia City
Los Angeles County
Virginia Hotel
Charles S. Henderson
Long Beach
System for Saving Water Outlined
A West Coast editorial argues water is liquid gold and urges a Salt Water System to save what is wasted daily. It proposes piping ocean water for toilets, fire mains, and some cooling, pairing savings with existing disposal systems and a quick payback. J F Dirschel, 226 A Granada Ave, adds a note praising schools and critiquing entertainment as a crime driver.
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California
J. F. Dirschel
Granada Ave
Public Schools' Influence Praised Letter to editor praises schools as part of God's plan
In a March 26 letter, Mr Canard argues religion should be taught in public schools, contending schools are part of God’s infinite plan and that the writer always felt God’s presence while attending school.
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Easer
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Canard
Truman ends era with swan song political gambit
Marquis Childs analyzes President Truman's surprise end of era speech. He notes the timing secrecy, the clash of old versus new models, and the impact on the Democratic Party with Stevenson’s stance, Kerr, Kefauver, and Russell as potential leaders shaping the post era.
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Washington
Truman
Harry Truman
Missouri
Sevans
Adlai Stevenson
Sinvis
Stevenson
Democratic Party
Iinois
Robert Kerr
Oklahoma
Estes Kefauver
Tennessee
Sen
Richard Russell
Georgia
One Man Opinion on U S Press and Global Nonsense
Sen Soaper comments that without 3632 press agents the U S government would still be mentioned in the press. He cites British licensing of alcoholic ice cream and a memory contest on monarchs since Alfred. Malik repeats a charge that the U S spreads germs, though the speaker sees no basis.
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U.S
Friendship Test and the Measure of True Affection
A reflective piece on friendship defines lasting bonds by trust, sympathy, integrity, and readiness to sacrifice. It warns that a single failure to support you can prove a friend’s true character and end the relationship permanently.
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S. Conelin
Sixth Street
Pine Avenue
Long Beach 12
EEE
Crescer & Winodward
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Cotur Advertising Representatves
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Audit Bureau of Circulation
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PTA
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Geiger
Gaviota Ave
Public Schools
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Sen. Soaper
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George Clork
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