Population growth boosts Long Beach area past 300000 by end of 1948
The Long Beach metropolitan region including Signal Hill and Lakewood Village is expected to exceed 300000 this year. County figures show 293944 now, with Los Angeles County near 4 million. Incomes and activity have risen sharply since 1940, outpacing population growth and signaling sustained economic momentum.
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Long Beach
Signal Hill
Lakewood Village
Regional Planning Commission
Los Angeles’ County
Ong Beach
Bureau of Census
California State Chamber of Commerce
Los Angeles County
Los Angeles
Sdhisma
British Socialism Loses Votes in Local Elections
The piece notes Conservative gains in provincial England district councils where Labour strength lies, signaling discontent with the Attlee government. It cites economic strain from postwar conditions, nationalization, and a stubborn finance crisis as voters weigh state socialist policies against recovery prospects.
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Great Britain
England
Labor Party
tAttlee
United States
Sim
Home Islands
Archbishop Visits Long Beach for St Anthony Center Blessing
Archbishop J Francis A McIntyre attended a first official Long Beach visit to bless the new St Anthony's Catholic Center building at St Anthony's High School. City officials and clergy welcomed him as the archdiocese grows in civic educational life and religious work. BF Tucker called the center reflective of vision foresight and planning.
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Long Beach
J. Francis A. McIntyre
St.Anthony's Catholic Center
St. Anthony’s High School
McIntyre
BF. Tucker
Choice of G. O. P. Convention Chairmen Is Blow at Stassen
Washington column argues the selection of Gov. Green of Illinois as temporary chairman and Speaker Martin as permanent chairman signals Republican conservatives control the nominating process. The piece questions Stassen and Vandenberg as viable nominees and notes Democratic attacks on foreign policy could swing the race.
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Stassen
Washington
Harold Stassen
Gov. Dewey
Gov. Green
Illinois
Green
Gov. Stassen
Minnesota
Sen. Vandenberg
Michigan
Martin
Republican National Committee
Platform Committee
Stasgen
Democratic Party
Sen. Taft
Vanedenberg
Ohio
Taft
Senate
U. S. Seeks Joint Rule in Holy Land
The Truman administration pursues UN led Palestine solution with a working paper for an international force. Ambassadors hint at troops crossing into Jordan, while comparing Tangier's international zone as a model for Palestine governance. Debate over a four power occupation and local administration continues.
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U. S
Holy Land
Just Folks Delivers Joy as Baby Henry Arrives
Beloved writes of a new baby born after a hospital visit. The couple shares relief and gratitude as the child, named Henry but nicknamed Hank, is reported perfect. They recall grandparent worry and the nurses’ light moments during labor.
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Bud
Betty
Ten years ago Pringle named vice president at Columbia Steel
Ten years ago today C L Pringle general manager of operations at Columbia Steel Co a United States Steel Corp subsidiary was elected vice president in charge of operations by the board. Pringle would assume duties immediately announced by Ambrose N Diehl president. Twenty years ago today A T Jergins purchased the southeast corner of First Street and American Ave for 170000 with plans for a two story auto salesroom and garage. Construction for the past 24 hours reached 140000. Thirty years ago today Judge Benjamin F Bledsoe of the US District Court of Los Angeles dined with the Washington Glden Club and delivered a patriotic address. It wont be long until bathing beaches look like magazine covers Rubber heels are suggested during spring per days Sawdust is to be made into seed for cattle Plank steaks coming up The best thing in the world to hide old clothes behind is a pleasant smile.
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Washington
Palestine
Moses
Mtare
United Nations
United States
U.N. Security Council
General Assembly
Truman
C. L. Pringle
Columbia Steel Co
United States Steel Corp
Ecompany
Pringle
Ambrose, N
Diehl
A. T. Jergins
First, St
American Ave
Benjamin F. Bledsoe
United States District Court of Los Angeles
Washington Gladden Club
Palestine Crisis Deepens As Russia Joins U N Trusteeship Debate
Analysis notes Moscow’s decision to join the United Nations Trusteeship Council after boycotting for 13 months, aiming to extend influence in the Middle East and counter American power. Report projects international forces debate, potential Red Army involvement, and shifting U N action as tensions mount in Palestine.
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U. N
Peace Organization
Palestine
Russia
U.S. A
Middle East
Soviet Union
Council
Moscow
Holy Land
Germany
Washington
United States
America
United Nations
Cairo
Transjordan
Jerusalem
State Marshall
Bogota
Dinner Stories From A Vintage Ballroom
A collection of anecdotal quips about notable figures. The late President Wilson at Princeton University is described as quiet and sharp witted. A professor recalls a boastful man and a retort about judgment and life partners from Mr and Mrs Newbride.
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Wilson
Frinceton University
Mrs. Newbride
Aire Newbride
Mr. Newbride
Our True Success Portraits in Friendship and Value
A reflective verse on the worth of genuine friendship over wealth and fame. It asserts happiness and success come from mutual affection and sincere devotion, not worldly gains, and that real bonds endure beyond fleeting status.
New Solution Required by Collapse of Empire
Overworked officials strained by crisis revert to prewar plans and old ideas. The piece contends American policy must rethink Europe and inter American relations after underwriting Western Europe’s rehabilitation. It predicts a possible new continental political order and Britain’s dilemma in joining a Western European federation.
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Czechoslovakia
Europe
Marshall
Bogota
North America
South America
British Commonwealth
Americas
Great Britain
Tine
Greatritain
Western Europe
France
Benelux
Hoffman
Mr. Harriman
M. Bidaalt
Spaak
Brittan
Britain
Commonwealth
Moine
Greece
Palestine
Iran
Middle East
Quiet Swiss Aid for Families of German Traitors
A Swiss group funds care and education for 50 children of German officers executed after the July 1944 plot to assassinate Hitler. The piece frames the effort as quiet justice and urges German humanity to redeem patriotism from nationalist excess.
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Hitler
Switzerland
Christian Scenca Montior
Windowpanes shattering cost lists 176000 losses in schools
A New York City board reports student baseball damage destroyed 176000 windows costing 100000. The piece jokes about beams, fielders, and costs while urging better defense and focus on education.
No Cross No Crown Theme Meditation
The fragment presents a religious reflection contrasting suffering and glory. It references Att 9:46 and a stark verse about pain and renunciation, mentioning thorns and absence of worldly symbols of power. Persistent devotional tone emphasizes sacrifice for a higher name.
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William Enh
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Ay Metcalfe
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