Prop 6 Seen As Key Bond For Long Beach Libraries
An editorial urges a yes vote on Proposition 6, a 659000 bond to replace four overcrowded Long Beach branch libraries. It details Dana Brarreh, Bret Harte, Lakewood, and Bay Shore branches with new buildings, larger space, parking, and expanded collections, arguing the cultural need outweighs current space limits.
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Dana Brarreh
Atlantic Ave
37Th St
Bret Harte Library
Bret Harte
Adriatic Ave
Willow St
Lakewood
Carson St
Ard Bellflower Blvd
Bay Shore Branch
Second St
Bay Shore Ave
Long Beach
Benjamin Franklin hailed as versatile American hero
On the 250th anniversary of his birth, World highlights Franklin as printer, educator, scientist, physician founder of public hospital, inventor of bifocals, promoter of inoculation, financier, religious advocate, and agricultural innovator. He is celebrated as a universal figure across multiple fields.
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Benjamin Franklin
Franklin
America
Curious Atmosphere at Washington as A Day Nears
Doris Fleeson notes a tense Washington scene ahead of A Day with Congress quiet, cabinet members crafting stories, and Eisenhower’s limited public exposure. Rumors swirl of a 1952 candidacy, Louce seen as potential running mate, while the capital watches for Salute to Eisenhower events and budget talks amid a cautious Republican power mood.
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Congress
Madame Mesta
Hostess Post
Davies
Dixon- Yates
Reyburn
Gettysburg
GOP
Hall
Brownell
Key West
Dulles Warning to World on U S Will Fight if Challenged
Secretary of State John Foster Dulles warns that the United States will not bluff and will go to war if challenged, even risking atomic use, to defend itself and allies. The Life magazine piece on his views is timely, with essential points deemed realistic by this correspondent who cites Geneva talks and Indo China policy.
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Dulles Defends Foreign Policy Against Bluff Charge
The Life magazine piece defends Dulles against Harper’s and Acheson critiques by arguing the administration must show readiness to fight to deter aggression. It cites past Kaiser and Hitler miscalculations and notes Dulles’ reply to alleged bluffing in U.S. policy.
Suppose If I Were You A Father Punishment Lesson
A poem in which a disobedient boy questions punishment by his father. The boy asks if payment should be taken away for misbehavior and the father imagines how he would respond. The son concludes a second chance is the right approach.
Claude M Reder named acting chief of Long Beach Fire Dept
Long Beach appointed Claude M Reder acting chief after the resignation of Alien C DuRec. The move follows prior year actions by the bar association, court reforms, and a historic site conversion by the recreation department.
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Alien C. DuRec
Long Beach Bar Association
Los Angeles
Supreme Court
Public Forum Letters Yet Signatures and Addresses Required
Readers are reminded that letters to this forum must include bona fide signatures and full addresses. Submissions are limited to 250 words and may be edited for taste or space to fit the page.
Taxation of Churches Debate Highlights Tax Burden
Real estate taxes loom as residents protest untaxed church properties and suggest taxing church land like other real estate. Letters cite Grant and Garfield era proposals, link church tax exemptions to public burden, and urge reevaluation amid claimed gambling revenues and political slant. Local voices name Carl J. Nyquist and Mary Shaw, reflecting community debate.
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Flaw Tong
Grant
Garfield
Carl J. Nyquist
N. Beacon St
San Pedro
Calif
Lively Spring Lies Ahead for California Democrats
Editorial page commentary by Malcolm Epley in the Press Telegram on January 10, 1956 headlines an optimistic preview of political momentum for California Democrats. The piece reflects the era’s party dynamics and notes lingering doubts about postwar priorities and voter enthusiasm.
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Herman H. Ridder
Harold M. Hines
Samuel G. Cameron
H. F. Burmester
Malcolm Epley
Washington News Bureau
Albee Bilding Nasional
Ridder-Johns, Inc
New Yorth St
Chicago
Weiighy
Detroit
Penobscot
Artoespolls
Fashiy
Tower
Ath St
Deniel Richards
Yorty Bourbon
Portraits of Wintertime Love by a Bride and Groom
A poetic vignette depicts lovers in a winter scene by a fireplace. They cherish memories, embrace in dreams, and find peace amid stormy life as the world stays outside.
Knowland Eyes 1960 Run If Ike Declines 1956
U.S. Senator W. F. Knowland of California pins Feb 15 as a pivotal date for Ike’s reelection decision. If Eisenhower announces he will not run by then, Knowland signals he will enter the Republican nomination race, with a clear plan to shift toward 1960. He says Ike’s no would free the field and boost Knowland’s bid.
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California
Dwight D. Eisenhower
Sen
Knowland
Eisenhower
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Tke
White House
Bixby Park
Long Beach
Sen. Knowland
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