Daylight Begins to Show Through Complex Submerged Lands Issue
In Long Beach and Washington simultaneous developments affect tidelands. The Senate Interior Committee opened hearings on tidelands legislation amid hints of administration support. California would gain state ownership within historic boundaries, unlocking funds for city projects. A public vote on April 3 will decide financed local projects as daylight emerges on the issue.
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Long Beach
Washington
Tidelands
Public Improvement Fund
Congress
Senate Interior Committee
Eisenhower
California
Senate
Sen
Holland
Florida
House
Rep. Hosmer
Price Daniel
Texas
Press
State Should Transfer Liquor Control to Governor Appointed Board
A strong sentiment favors moving liquor control in California from the State Board of Equalization to an appointive commission. The board asks to be relieved to focus on equal tax assessments. Support comes from the Democratic leadership and other groups, arguing a governor confirmed panel would better regulate alcohol production and sale, with a constitutional amendment to the people via the Legislature.
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California
State Board of Equalization
Board of Equalization
Equalization Board
Alcoholic Beverages Control Group
Senate
Liquor Administration
Democratic Party
Middle Ground Sought in Labor Issues
James Marlow discusses labor's push for changes to the Taft Hartley Act amid Republican policy shifts. The AFL CIO seek to drop the 80 day injunction provision, while broad questions remain about government intervention in nationwide strikes and potential rail shutdown chaos.
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Washington
Truman
Organized ‘Labor
Congress
Eisenhower
Organized Labor
AFL
CIO
Labor law debate nears middle ground amid union pressure
The piece argues for maximum freedom with limited government in labor matters while defending national welfare. It notes unions oppose Sen Taft's proposed changes and the NA Manufacturers urge business leaders to testify on desired labor law, signaling a lively congressional debate ahead.
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Isbor
Sen. Taft
T-H
Congress
National Association of Manufacturers
Capitol
Press-Gielegram announcing newspaper staff changes
An internal notice outlines staff roles including publisher Harold Mi Hines and assistant Samual G. Gameron with executive editor Cresmer & Woodward as national representatives. Advertising representation is assigned to Metropolitan Group, Inc with Malcom Epley connected to the ad department.
Michigan Poll Finds Early Voter Decisions Dominant
A University of Michigan study shows most voters decided early, with Eisenhower winning by shifting Democrats toward the GOP and strong support from independents. The survey notes labor unions stayed Democratic, white collar workers swung GOP, and farmers shifted heavily. the research questions campaign rhetoric versus preexisting choices.
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Washington
University of Michigan
Congress
Lawrence
Eisenhower
Sen. Tait
Michigan
Stevenson
Truman
Getting Old By E.A. Guest
The poem reflects aging as winters feel harsher and days grow duller. The speaker recalls youth’s joys like skating and bogganning, noting a shift to longing for spring and warmth as time passes.
Arsenic and Old Lace heads Community Players schedule
A decade past Long Beach lists Arsenic and Old Lace as the next Community Players production. Other notes mention black market food probes, War Ration Book 2 due, and old items about fashion and local elections. A different era recalls William J. Guy acquitted for a 1920s schooner murder after a short jury deliberation.
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William. J. Guy
Walter Vanderwell
Normalcy and war threat shape Eisenhower era view
Marquis Childs discusses how steps toward economic normalcy under the Eisenhower administration contrast with rising war danger. Intelligence reports warn of Soviet moves, Middle East oil stakes, and Churchill’s cautions, linking policy to fears of a broader conflict. The piece compares political forecasts to a Kremlin view of Eisenhower as a potential chancellor in 1930s Germany.
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Washington
Gaines
Soviet Russia
Winston Churchill
Churchill
Antliew
Russia
Middle East
United States
Stalin
Mid- East
Western Europe
Kremlin
Eisenhower
Kurt von Schleicher
Germany
Hitler
von Schleicher
America
Langer
Whitman Leaves of Grass Book in Photog Rooms
A fragment mentions Walt Whitman’s Leaves of Grass to surface on book counters soon with a note about chlorophyll and photographers from eastern magazines hunting props including a steer skull for a feature.
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Walt Whitman
Public Forum Letters Cut to 250 Words with Signatures
Readers urged to submit letters not exceeding 250 words and to include bona fide signatures and addresses. Editors warn letters may be edited for taste and space.
How Much Is it Worth to Have Good Teachers
A reader from the California Teachers Association reprints an editorial and praises the analysis on the value of good teachers. The San Diego County Board of Education considers the piece timely amid budget pressures for next year and notes continued support for free public education from the Press Telegram.
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California Teachers Association
San Diego County
Cech D. Hardesty
County of San Diego
Favors Employment for Prisoners
A telegram letter from Nora E Geiger advocates prison reform, urging employment for prisoners, smaller jails, and larger educational and employment institutions, calling for cooperation and moral obligations.
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Ess-Telegram
Knit For Korean Orphans Afghan Drive Plea
Miss Marcella McNevin seeks help from knitters for an Afghan project to aid 300000 Korean orphans. The plan uses 5 inch garter stitch squares, yarns of various thicknesses, with size five needles, needing 90 to 100 squares. Call or write to arrange pickup and request squares. requests for sweaters and mittens instructions are also offered.
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Marcella McNevin
Freeland St
Nixon Target of Blast by Reader
Reader MERVIN D. RANAGAN of 543 W Broadway assails Richard Nixon, accusing him of mudslinging and evasive finances. The letter urges public welfare legislation to curb ethical infractions and questions Nixon’s focus on issues over income, suggesting he embodies avarice and fear.
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Selegram
Richard Nixon
Mervin D. Ranagan
W. Broadway
Speeders Hazard on Downey Ave PROM
A letter from Tack Jordan of Downey Ave urges action on speeding on Downey Avenue between South Street and Artesia Boulevard. He notes many children live nearby and board a school bus, with drivers reaching 60 miles per hour. He calls for posted speed limits and enforcement to prevent potential disasters.
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Ess-Telegra
Downey Ave
South St
Artesia Blvd
Downey
Questions Answers Executive Mansion 132 Rooms
Readers may obtain the answer to a fact question from the Long Beach Press Telegram Information Bureau in Washington. The Report of the Commission on Renovation of the Executive Mansion lists 122 total rooms when counting utility storage and basement spaces, plus 18 family or guest bedrooms and various service rooms, closets and baths.
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Hasein
Long Beach
Eye St
N. W. Washington
White House
Executive Mansion
Aides across politics and industry lend aid to the nation
A reflective poem praises aides who assist at the White House and governors, then expands to praise small helpers in private industry who tirelessly support liberty and business, ensuring the nation prospers.
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White House
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