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Newspaper
Long Beach Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1955
Page
10
Governor Knight’s inaugural address stressed maintaining state services amid growth while balancing deficits. He called for economy with no sacrifice of essential services, warned against relying on reserves, and urged continuation of the 6 cent gasoline tax while eyeing luxury taxes to help balance the budget.
The piece previews the 84th Congress opening amid party split and predicts Ike's solid standing and continued backlash. It notes Truman era wrangling with the 80th Congress and calls for fair, objective criticism rather than bitter partisan jabs as the election cycle nears.
In Washington the mood after the 1954 election favors moderate programs from Democrats and Republicans. Neither party has a clear issue for 1956. Democrats may push investigations while avoiding obstructionism of Eisenhower. Eisenhower remains popular, affecting both parties' strategy as they seek distinct 1956 electability.
The quote envisions a heavenly homeland where God is not ashamed to be called their God and promises a prepared city. It contrasts earthly sorrow with a faith that heals, echoing verse and wit from Thomas Moore.
Washington observers forecast a prosperous 1955 with higher sales and profits than 1954. Automakers push new models while UAW wage demands and farm income trends spark questions about lasting purchasing power and potential automation impacts. Government spending and highway programs support optimism though doubts linger about full employment beyond mid-decade.
Bill Vaughan lampoons politics and sport as ears grow costly and the Lions struggle to fill gaps. The U S Fish and Wildlife Service reports three whooping cranes missing while remarks hint at retirement by Bingaman the netballer. A party sighting proves a matron’s greeting, and an all American crime label contrasts with college athletics. The race to publish last summer's baseball stats opens the new season.
A humorous fragment depicts a child overheard during a telephone chat with a father and mother, capturing domestic chaos. The snippet ends with a brief miscommunication and a reminder of a child named Marjie, plus a note that Marie has had a fall.
Ten years ago the Harlem Globetrotters were slated for Municipal Auditorium in Long Beach. Historian Upton Close was to address the Dinner Club. The piece notes other city events and past programs, including a 1934 county record and a Mischa Elman concert, with a light aside on banquet budgeting and dessert.
Washington reports that Senate Democrats face a test as they reconvene. A 52-group leadership conference urged revising Senate rules by majority vote to allow new members to shape rules. The statement targets southern filibuster tactics and argues the majority should govern rules, enabling 42 newer senators to participate in the process.
The piece contrasts January weather with July heat and shifts to a political argument about Senate obstruction. It discusses civil rights legislation, the filibuster, and the blame game between Republicans and Democrats over blocking or enabling anti-discrimination measures, referencing McCarthy and constitutional concerns.
The Bronze Star honors heroic or meritorious combat and ground support achievements. A tip for floral care suggests freshening wax flowers by dipping in alcohol and brushing with a soft brush. In the 1912 election William Howard Taft received 3,484,956 popular votes but only eight electoral votes.
The Press Telegram lists executives and national advertising reps. Harold Hines and Samuel C. Cameron are noted with Ridder-Jahna, Inc. offices in New York, Chicago, Detroit, Minneapolis, Philadelphia, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and other hubs. Current flies of the paper are kept at specified offices and Penasscot Building and Metropolitan Group are mentioned for ad reps.
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