Editorial: Korea War Decision Validates U S Action
The editorial argues the United States rightly chose to act in Korea, strengthening United Nations resolve and global democracy. It states the draft was ordered and the first American combat death heightens felt stakes, urging decisive, principled leadership over appeasement.
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McRo
Far East
Tokyo
Korea
United States
United Nations
North Korea
Japan
United Nations Organization
Congress of Nations
America
Hollywood earns four star rating for 1949 cinema output
The California product is praised for its impact on the state and the art of moving pictures. Hollywood produced acclaimed titles like All the King's Men and Red River in 1949, balancing popular appeal with critical respect. The industry faces flaws but shows a strong batting average and quality efforts.
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California
Moving Picture
Hollywood
Johnny Belinda
Magdame Bovary
Red River
Snake Pit
Long Beach Ships Symbol of Friendship to Saudi Arabia
The Port of Long Beach has sent 1,500,000 tons of steel pipe to the Arabian kingdom over two years. The final shipment includes a gold colored pipe and a message to the king of Saudi Arabia, stating the pipe is a symbol of enduring peace and friendship between the two nations.
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Long Beach
Saudi Arabia
Will U N Flag Inspire Nations Troops In Battle
An article weighs the meaning of flying the United Nations flag alongside the American flag in the Korean war zone. It questions morale, veteran opinions, and the historic moment if General MacArthur flies the UN banner, recalling a World War I tale of shared resolve between American and Australian troops and the pride tied to the flag.
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United Nations Security Council
U. N
MacArthur
Council
U. 2
SRW
France
Hamel
Somme
Illinois
Tlinois
Joan
Eleven Vital Questions About Korea War Lessons
Writer lists eleven critical questions prompted by the Korean War, challenging U S policy on mobilization and air power, top command decisions, naval aviation, amphibious doctrine, intelligence handling, and assumptions about future local wars. He probes readiness, strategy, and safeguards for American security.
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Washington
Korea
Secretary of the Navy
Joint Chiefs of Staffs
Gen. MacArthur
Continental
United States
U. S. Air Force
Pacific
Navy
Omar Bradley
Hong Kong Report Sparks U S War Fears
Marquis Childs notes a Hong Kong report predicting a new Soviet and Chinese surprise blow aimed at the United States alone. Pentagon officials fear a shift toward an American burden in a broader UN effort, with Britain and other allies obligated to contribute. The piece urges UN unity and frank handling of U S Britain China tensions to avert widening the conflict.
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Washington
Pentagon
Korea
Hong Kong
Soviet Union
United States
United Nations
Great Britain
America
Asia
China
Mao Tse-tung
North Korea
Pacific
Just Folks and a Senator's Word on Rossellini
A reflective poem notes how boys grow into priests doctors lawyers and merchants while a senatorial claim labels Roberto Rossellini a pirate collaborator and drug addict. The piece contrasts growth with a harsh pageant of accusations that question the Academy's Oscar choice against a backdrop of evolving reputations.
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Rossellini
Academy
Long Beach preps bulkhead and ships base and plans
Long Beach prepares 1300 feet of bulkhead and wharf at Channel No 3 to open 4.7 acres for shipping. Dr Kenneth E Oberholtzer announces school training to supply skilled defense plant workers. Battleships will base in Los Angeles Harbor per Adm William Pratt. 75 acres north of Channel 2 eyed for industrial development. Library records show 450272 books loaned in the year. A local son pays 50 cents per ton for shells gathered west of the jetties.
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Channel No.3
Kenneth E. Oberholtzer
Long Beach
Los Angeles Harbor
Adm
William ‘V. Pratt
U. S
Imt Industries
Channel No. 2
Harbor District
Son
Public readers' opinions on Forum Current Affairs
Readers comment on keeping the Long Beach Municipal Servicemen's Club open, urging the Long Beach Recreation Commission and City Council to reconsider. They describe the club as a home away from home offering recreation and friendly entertainment for servicemen far from home, and warn of losing a valuable outlet for dancing and clean fun. Other letters touch on flag display pride, communist versus Christian concepts, and a cheeky suggestion about sending a black dog to Stalin.
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Press-Telegram
Long Beach
Reds Editor Press Telegram On Invasion Of Communism
The Red invasion of Korea is praised for national vigor while warning that communism creeps into American life beyond armies. The essay argues education, unions, politics, and government are vulnerable to Russia’s influence, noting Communists sign loyalty pledges to conceal aims to undermine the American way of life.
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Reds
Korea
America
Russia
Poet's Prayer Portraits by Matealte
A devotional poem asking God for divine muse and blessing to guide the pen and paint portraits of Ife memory. It seeks to inspire love, teach, comfort, and serve all creatures through humble artistry.
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Matealte
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