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Long Beach Press Telegram

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Jul 07, 1955

Page

6

Fights Over Dollar-a-Year Men in Defense Mobilization

Senate debates a two year extension of the Defense Production Act plus rules for dollar-a-year officials. Capehart seeks advisory roles for such appointees while Flemming warns curbs could cripple defense efforts. The measure includes stockpiling critical materials and safeguards against conflicts of interest.

Washington Érhower Senate Seggest Sen Capehart R-Ind Senate Banking Committee Flemming Banking Committee Office of Defense Mobilization Pri

Vast GM Stock Gains Highlight 1908 to Present

A retrospective shows if you bought 10 GM shares in 1908 you would own 5,047 shares now valued at 644,754 with substantial dividends. Ten years ago 100 shares at 77 each would yield 17,850 profit. the 1929 crash bottom and splits boosted holdings to 25,550 for 200 shares, illustrating how stock splits broaden ownership and magnify gains.

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O'Brien jailed on charge as city approves 1500 claim

William O'Brien, jailed on a shrunk-driving charge, learned the City Council approved his 1500 claim for wages earned while a city employee. Officials said the money would not arrive in time to pay a 29 dollar fine keeping part of the jail sentence.

Bloomington William O'Brien Long Beach C. Lewis

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