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Newspaper
Long Beach Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1951
Page
8
A summary of defense mobilization notes that regardless of Korea, the armament drive must stay on course. It outlines costs, procurement, and unfinished business through mid-1952, stresses industrial readiness, and reiterates the campaign slogan “Full speed ahead” as the guiding imperatives.
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors faces a proposed traffic volume survey to guide road construction funding. In Long Beach, engineers would handle counting devices amid heavy daily traffic. Observers note dense rubber and steel flows, often merging closely and creating frequent “collisions.”
Los Angeles County reports an 85 percent drop in lost man-days from strikes in the first half of 1951 compared with the same period in 1950. Six months of 1951 saw 67,880 man-days lost versus 465,582 in 1950, with 21,017 workers off production in early 1950 and 8,542 in early 1981. June saw 2,699 workers across 12 strikes for 25,491 lost days, while May had 4,08 workers in 12 strikes for 7,618 days. Ten of June’s strikes ended that month.
The United States faces difficulties funding a Syria irrigation project in the Ghab Valley. Land owners want private financing to profit from reclaimed land, rejecting a TVA style public program. Critics say U S motives are questioned when taxpayers fund global reform efforts.
The article assesses Europe's postwar recovery and the need to rearm against Russia. It discusses the Marshall Plan's success, then Europe’s revival, and a U.S. proposal to enlarge European productivity to bear the burden. It notes cultural barriers, raw material shortages, and cautious optimism among American analysts about the plan’s impact on growth and defense against communism.
The completion of obstacles to a Japanese peace treaty is near with a ceremony planned to mark a new era in the Pacific. The treaty will be brief and may omit American installations, later covered by a bilateral agreement. If Korea is peaceful at signing, Western strength could boost Asia stability and Japan.
The text argues that control policies are driven by pressure groups, notably labor and farmers, with labor wielding influence in the Administration and farmers shaping Congressional action. It notes Truman's stance on wage controls, the rollback controversy in beef prices, and politicians’ deference to farmers as voters influencing policy outcomes.
Discussion argues that a settlement in Korea would boost Harry S. Truman if he runs, weaken Taft and MacArthur, and affect Dwight D. Eisenhower by potentially accelerating or delaying his return. Backers’ push grows as political calculations hinge on European defense and nomination timing.
The piece notes ongoing bombing and air action in Korea while Reds offer to discuss a cease fire. It urges continued military readiness, inflation controls, and universal military training as essential to counter the Communist threat and defend Western unity against a long war.
A compact reflection notes that a prudent woman cultivates a field and builds a vineyard with the fruit of her hands. It credits inner divinity for women’s genius, framing women’s works as acts of love and thoughtful enterprise.
A reflective verse about three career choices from a druggist to a banker and a haberdashery path, noting a lifelong pull toward the press. The speaker laments missed chances and recalls a turn toward public life inspired by the example of a president who rose from selling socks and ties, while the English horn could not rise as high.
Ten years ago permits to operate two airport bars were granted by the City Council in Long Beach. May car sales topped 1000, and twenty years ago First Congregational Church set an attendance mark. Thirty years ago July building permits reached $125,300 in nine days. Charles Ray acted in Scrap Iron at the Liberty Theater. With the century half gone, rain checks mean little if civilization ends. Congressman Poughton, in office since 1911, questions tax prospects amid rising confusion. What’s the beef remains undefined.
Readers weigh the Declaration's legacy on the 175th anniversary, critiquing current U S leadership and the nation’s drift. A Press Telegram editorial on Jefferson and Adams death dates provokes concern for future governance while letters discuss top ears, alcohol issues, and community service from the YWCA.
A tender message expresses deep love and gratitude, claiming no words or pen can convey the writer’s devotion. The speaker thanks a cherished recipient for joy and happiness, promising heartfelt appreciation as they send their heart in a kiss on the envelope.
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