Eisenhower Tops GOP Nomination Hopefuls in Poll
Editorial notes Eisenhower leads 1952 Republican nomination polls ahead of Taft. It discusses public opinion surveys, delegates choosing presidents, and Eisenhower's defense stance and fiscal savior role. Historical context links past generals to presidential success and cautions about political timing.
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Dwight W. Eisenhower
Congress
American Institute of Public Opinion
Eisenhower
Robert A. Taft
Ohio
George Gallup
Education expands in Long Beach amid college growth
The U S Office of Education lists 1808 recognized colleges and universities, up 80 this year, with 70 more expected. Long Beach City College outlines a $3,000,000 expansion and plans for a State College site to reach a 5000-student campus, as local adults post the highest education level among similar cities.
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United States
U.S. Office of Education
Long Beach City College
P. Victor Peterson
State College
City College
Board of Education
Long Beach
Canadian Rail System Warns Against Nationalization
The 1949 Canadian National Railways statement shows a system deficit of 42,043,026 despite earning 22,221,798 more than operating costs. Interest on bonds and government advances total 45,? million, with taxes and rents filling the rest. Per capita losses run about 4 dollars, or 20 for a family of five, sparking investor protection concerns and debate on government ownership.
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Canadian National Railways System
Government of
Canada
United States
British Railways
A Delightful Gesture by a Great Man
A reminiscence recalls Charles Evans Hughes in Oswego 1908 during a campaign speech to 20 000 firemen. A stenographer’s tug on his morning coat disrupted the address, and Hughes gracefully apologized and turned toward her, preserving dignity and earning praise for conduct.
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Charles Evans Hughes
U. S. Supreme Court
Oswego
N.Y
Hughes
New York
State
Volunteer Firemen’s Association
Syracuse
Stenoy Jean
Mr. Hughes
Senator Millikin Probes Age Bias at Social Security Hearings
Colorado Senator Millikin questions witnesses on how to stop the “junking” of older workers. The issue is described as a great human, troubling question of our time, with pressures aimed at pushing older people out of the labor force.
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Millikin
Colorado
San Francisco News
Beek Bill Seeks $100000 Sex Study Before Senate
A Beck measure in the state legislature calls for a $100,000 five year study of sex crimes and criminals, approved by the Assembly and judiciary committee. The bill aims to learn causes and remedies, while urging continued strengthening of laws and keeping known sex criminals in custody for public safety. The text notes doubts on spending, but supports better protection methods for children and others.
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State Senate
Assembly
Judiciary Committee
Bee
Sacramento
Aftershock remark echoes Washington quake talk
A California native cites an aftershock quip about quakes in Washington. The comment, attributed to Caronet, reflects regional sentiment during seismic events. The line highlights ongoing regional dialogue amid tremors and political tensions.
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California
Washington
Conventional Craft May Be Saucers
The Army lifted secrecy on its General Electric rocket research at Schenectady and White Sands proving ground, noting that public misreads conventional aircraft as flying saucers. Officials say observers see a range of guided and jet-powered objects as part of postwar missile development, with little disclosed to press.
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Washington
Army
General Electric Company
Schenectady
N. Y
White Sands Proving Ground
New Mexico
Defense Department
United
Press
Los Angeles
California
Joseph McNarney
Air Materiel Command
United States
Mineral County Independent
Hawthorne
Nev
World
Indian Pact Marks High Statesmanship For Asia
The Nehru Liaquat pact between India and Pakistan signals a major shift for Asia's newly independent powers. It aims to stabilize a subdivided subcontinent by addressing partition legacies and preventing ideological conflict between Hindu and Muslim communities, seeking mutual security like Canada and the United States.
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Asia
India
Pakistan
Subcontinent
France
Scandinavia
Nehru
Liaquat
Europe
Canada
United States
Ada
Just Folks and Fate in a Brief Verse Row
A compact verse set by E. A. Guest opens with Quatrains about a miser’s cheerless shack and ends with reflections on fate and death. The piece includes lines about the miser, golf torture, dandelions, and the question of who lives or dies when disaster strikes.
Long Beach City Council selects youngest mayor
Ten years ago Gordon Lee Shawver was chosen by the Signal Hill council as mayor and board president. Ballots will soon go out for the May 7 California presidential primary. Twenty years ago Army Air Corps base improvements at Municipal Airport earned praise from Maj. Gen. John L. Hines. The Pacific Electric car barns may move from American Avenue to Fairbanks Avenue near West 10th Street. Thirty years ago attorney G. M. Spicer received a handsome watch for service to the American Protective League Auxiliary of the Department of Justice in Long Beach. This year the season's rain total is 10.15 inches, almost double last year's 5.90.
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Signal Hill
Gordon Lee Shawver
California
Army Air Corps
Municipal
John L. Hines
Ninth Army Corps Area
Parific
American Ave
Fairbanks Ave
W. 10Th St
G. M. Spicer
American Protective League
Department of Justice
Long Beach
Letter Forum on housing risks and public opinion
A long reader letter and editorial forum piece discusses subscription rates and public letters. It surveys tract housing, socialized housing fears, and taxpayer costs, with anecdotes about neighbors and political labels, ending with a note on streetlight upgrades and improved illumination by mercury vapor lamps.
Readers Send Thanks for The Greatest Story Ever Told
A telegram from Mr and Mrs Lloyd A Rocheford express gratitude for The Greatest Story Ever Told in installment form. They praise the convenient reading schedule that fit Holy Week observance and say the installments enhanced their experience of the book.
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Lloyd A. Rochford
Granada Ave
There Is a Solace In Persecution Of Life
Poetic reflection notes that solace exists despite sighs and tears. It speaks of shadows, bitterness, and the will of God providing comfort and compensation for every hurt. The piece urges perseverance, honoring God, and serving others as a path to solace.
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