Long Beach subsidence study urged by editorials and governor
Editorial argues Governor Knight should not delay Long Beach subsidence remedies. It notes 20 square miles of sinking land in the Long Beach Wilmington oil yard, with shoreline, harbor, and naval areas at risk. Call for prompt recommendations to Sacramento and support for an oil regulation study commission while prioritizing immediate remedial action.
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Goodwin J. Knight
Long Beach
Gov. Knight
California
Sacramento
Badenhausen
Wilmington
Naval
Alamitos Park
Tidelands
Knight
William S. Grant
Grant
Herbert Hoover Jr
No Hard Feelings on Suez Attitude in U S Debate
A visiting Britisher defends British action in Suez while noting no strong anti-British mood in the United States. The piece cites Eisenhower's regret over Britain acting alone, mentions Eden’s departure, and frames American policy as shaped by prior elections.
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Suez
Free World
Eisenhower
United Nations
Ters
Press Pool Snub Holds Back Inaugural Coverage
Washington reports reveal President Eisenhower refuses to allow reporters and cameramen at White House ceremonies details. James C. Hagerty rebuffed a plan to draw press pool participation. Critics say this risks losing public access and weakens the traditional one show spectacle.
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Washington
Iigenhower
House
James C. F Hagedy
Sth
Ballso
Flebson
White’ House
Porter
Spending spree must end before taxes, experts warn
Washington notes a 1959 tax cut only if Congress and executive departments prepare at least 12 months ahead. Treasury Secretary Humphrey describes a gov spending imbalance fueling higher prices, urging reductions in manpower and purchases to free funds for peacetime production and new jobs.
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Washington
Con‘gress
East
Fragmented Musing Snapshots in a Chaotic Editorial
A jumbled column critiques politicians and tech progress, mentioning Senator Soaper and Harold Macmillan, references to aeronautical advances, stereophonic depictions in Western cinema, and vague scandals. It notes NCAA rules tightening, motel vacancies, a neighbor’s claim about a new fj set, and a Senate debate amid domestic concerns.
Temptation Tests a Quiet Fighter in Honest Struggle
A fragmentary note from E.A. reflects on temptation and resolve. It hints at fighting through hardship with courage and skill, training to grow strong, and a character who resists indulgence while weighing wise actions. The piece reads like a reflective personal aside.
Long Beach Bar Association backs judge appointment move
In Long Beach the Bar Association urged Gov. Warren to appoint Municipal Judge Percy High to the Superior Court bench when a vacancy occurs. Supervisor Wen. Smith assured the location of a county court building in Long Beach amid a decade of growth. Nearly 85,000 airplane landings were recorded at the Municipal Airport's commercial hangars, underscoring a decade of expansion.
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Long Beach
BAR ‘Assn
Shangai
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Public Forum Signatures and Addresses Required
A public forum note states that Lattera must include bona fide signatures and full addresses and that editorial edits may be made to preserve space or for good taste. The document emphasizes authenticity of participants and invites contributions from residents and stakeholders.
Planes Should Avoid Heavily Populated Areas
Letter writer urges air routes avoid residential districts after a West Long Beach crash. He cites Victoria, B C as example and argues civilian lives should not be sacrificed to inadvertent air rights. Includes note on local rehab grant to aid disabled citizens.
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West Long Beach
Pelief
Victoria
B. C
Fred E. Barritt
Golden Ave
Christians and housing bias sparks Oxley letter
A June letter from J Oury of Lakewood denounces discrimination in homebuying by a Newco Air Force officer and cites Quaker studies showing property values rise when minority groups own homes. He urges pride in fair treatment of minorities and criticizes prejudice in Garden Grove.
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ESS
Newco Air Force
Garden Grove
R. Oury
Herwick St
Lakewood
Rotten Egg Term Too Mild for Vice President Says Johnson
A reader letter from Frank Johnson of Besbrook Lakewood argues the phrase rotten-egg is inadequate for describing the Vice President calling it a biased personal attack. He contends stronger terms are warranted and laments the limits of printable language.
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Thanks Paper for Support Publicity for Disabled Program
Members of the board of directors of Community Rehabilitation Industries thank the paper for its support in Long Beach. They credit newspaper columns for informing handicapped men and women about their training program and gaining public backing, with more help still needed.
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Community Rehabilitation’ Industries
Anaheim St
Long Beach
Let Us Help Our Neighbor In Quiet Charity
A reflective piece on performing acts of charity for others and for God. It urges generous intent and sacrifice even without love, using the image of lighting a lamp to guide a ship to shore and inviting voluntary help for those in need.
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Tay
Marauder Crew Size and False Confessions
The B 26 Marauder normally carried a crew of six including pilot co pilot nose gunner tail gunner radio operator and bombardier. Police and psychiatrists say many false confessions come from exhibitionists seeking headlines and others driven by guilt or mere publicity costs.
Press-Telegram staff and offices listed in publication notices
The Press Telegram names Harold M. Hines Anat as publisher and Samuel G. Cameron as publisher. It lists managing and executive editors including Lycy Cotting and F. Burmester with contact locations in New York Chicago Detroit and national advertising representation by Ridderstohna. The notice provides office addresses at 5 East 4th Street and 5th Street with reference to Metropolitan Grave.
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Metropolitan Grave
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