Higher Taxes Drive Higher Food Bills in Cause and Effect
An editorial argues that rising taxes push up food costs as businesses pass costs to consumers. Citing National City Bank data, it notes total 1952 tax collections around 87 billion, with food spending near 60 billion. It says corporation and personal taxes ultimately burden individuals and warns that without cutting taxes, grocery prices keep rising.
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National City Bank of New York
United States
Congress
New City Parking On Belmont Shore Beach Opens
The city plans a first municipal beach parking facility 603 spaces on a 2100 by 150 foot strip south of the Ocean Blvd seawall between 43rd Pl and Granada Ave. Construction started in May and completion is expected early next week. The $85,000 project, approved by the City Council on Planning Commission recommendation, will be free to the public. Critics say it harms a popular beach and increases crowding and noise, while supporters see it enabling waterfront upgrades and future Ocean Blvd improvements.
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Thhe
Belmont Shore Beach
Ocean Blvd
43Rd Pl
Granada Ave
Planning Commission
Belmont Shore
Mercy in Behalf of the Common Cause in Korea
The article recalls two Koreans, Lee Ho Jin and Lee Dong Ha, who urged mercy for a Canadian soldier who killed a woman. The husband and brother testified in military court, arguing forgiveness and education for the soldier to aid peace and Korea’s liberation, stressing that fighting remains the world’s priority and courage amid conflict.
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Tio Ko-rean
Lee Ho Jin
Lee Dong Ha
Korea
Free Nations
Law on Communist affidavits urged to be strengthened
Washington officials advocate tightening the non Communist affidavit law for labor union officers. Justice Department notes 68 cases of alleged false affidavits in 19 districts, with many under ongoing investigation. McInerney argues current language allows evasion by renouncing affiliation and reissuing an affidavit next day. A strengthened measure would require a 12 month no membership and no support period and deny covert party ties, accelerating prosecutions.
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Washington
James M. McInerney
Senate
Lawrence On
Labor
Department of Justice
McInerney
Communist Party
U. S
Congress
United States
United Stats
Sooner Says: Youth Marriages and Odd Sighting Theories
In a column by H. V. Wade Senator Sooner notes youths marrying at eight and older, echoing Oscar Wilce that you are only young twice. He queries beliefs about saucers and recalls a wind gust misidentified as guitars in the southwestern range country.
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Oscar Wilce
Next President Faces Defense Rebuild Amid Western Crisis
Joseph and Stewart Alsop argue a major Western defense crisis looms before the next president. Britain France and the United States weigh rebalancing ground and air power, with a plan to cut ground divisions to 20 40 and boost air strength. A civilian advisory board may overhaul U S defense unification amid prod lag and a looming atomic stockpile race.
Inflation Stalls Air Force Expansion Amid Strike
Washington reports the steel stoppage after a 55 day strike slows defense buildup. Experts differ on aircraft output timing with estimates showing 900 planes monthly may still meet end-1952 goals. Rising steel and aluminum costs threaten Congress funding as price controls clash with industry needs.
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Washington
America
Troup Miller
Air Force
It's Good to Be at Home by E. A. Guest
The speaker, E. A. Guest, declares home a refuge from city cares. He describes settling into ease, watching children play, and a mother’s smile, celebrating freedom from tolls and stains as a return home.
Long Beach nostalgia spans a decade of events
Long ago in Long Beach ten years ago the Moose Association and Women of the Moose began their annual joint convention at Wilton Hotel with 1200 members. Ten years earlier defense workers pushed Anaheim traffic higher, police noted. Twenty years ago the Polish rowing crew eyed Olympic glory at Marine Stadium in Long Beach. Robert Pearce of Australia sought to defend the single sculls title. Thirty years ago ex Governor of Town attended a financial event drawing about 70,000 attendees.
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California
Moose Association
Women of the Moose
Long
Beach's Marine
Robert. Pearce
Australia
Ies
Finian
Choice of Stevenson Held Genuine Draft
The Press Telegram notes Stevenson’s nomination arose from a true draft argument at the Democratic convention, contrasting with Eisenhower's campaign style. The writer claims Stevenson was not pushed by Truman or bosses, and credits his broad understanding of domestic and foreign issues for his suitability, while praising Eisenhower's accomplishments but questioning domestic grasp.
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Adlai Stevenson
Truman
Kedauver
Gow Stevenson
Stevenson
James A. Garfield
Barkley
Hisenhower
Stephen Robertson
The
Toledo
Bible Absolutist on Alcohol Cited by Editor in Press Telegram
MERVIN T. LYANS of Lynwood Cal argues for total abstinence from alcohol citing biblical verses and examples. He states that the Bible commands no touch of strong drink and links liquor to broken homes and divorces, urging readers to study concordances for guidance.
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Paul
Timothy
Israel
Samuel
Daniel
John Baptist
Review of City Job Requirements Urged
Ralph Lorentz from 137 W Plymouth St urges a citywide review of civil service job requirements. He cites objections by the City Health Department director Rudhti traffic engineer and city librarian to the exams and percentages used in oral tests, arguing the board should reassess qualifications to attract applicants.
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City Health Department
Pioning
Rudhti
Ralph
Lorentz
Plymouth St
Swimming teachers praised by reader in Long Beach
A reader thanks the city for excellent swimming instructors and vigilant lifeguards at Long Beach beaches. The note credits well planned programs that advance children safely, teach proper swimming, ensure buoyancy to prevent panic, and credit lifeguards for few drownings amid many swimmers. Signed by Mrs James E Frame of 101 Parke Ave.
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Press-Telegram
Long Seach
First St
James E. Frame
Parke Ava
Protect Our Forests and Our Land
A short proclamation urges care in parks and forests to prevent fires from sparks and cigarettes. It appeals to readers to respect warnings, avoid carelessness at night, and act safely when driving or camping, to protect resources and prevent tragedies.
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