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Long Beach Press Telegram

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Jun 11, 1955

Page

3

Eisenhower Addresses Penn State on Atomic Aid Plan

President Eisenhower spoke at Penn State outlining two main programs for peaceful atomic progress. He proposed research reactors for free nations and shared nuclear know-how with nations investing in power reactors, signaling U.S. support and funding. He noted past UN backing, discussed existing pacts, and urged Soviet participation while affirming commitment to peaceful uses. The speech followed an honorary degree and a bronze Nittany Lion gift from the alumni association. He then laid a cornerstone for a new Penn State chapel before planning travel to Gettysburg for the weekend.

Milton S. Eisenhower Penn State Eisenhower Nittany Pittsburgh Association Voice of America Russia Congress Free Nations United States Xagic United Nations U.N Soviet U.S Turkey Lebanon Israel Italy Spain Switzerland Denmark Colombia Brazil Argentina Kremlin Soviet Union U. S Ashic Milton Eisenhower Cottysburg Gettsburg Washington

City Announces Exam For Special Equipment Operator

The City Civil Service Board announced a competitive examination for the position of Special equipment operator mechanical sweeper with a salary from 312 to 378 dollars per month. Men aged 21 to 50 must file by June 28. One year of power-driven equipment operation experience is required.

City Civil Service Board Ape

Spirit of Evening High Graduates Told of Future Leaders

Columnist Lawrence A. Collins Sr of the Independent Press-Telegram told 456 evening high school graduates at Poly High School auditorium that financial success without respect is personal failure. He praised night school students while working days and urged confidence in future leaders. Student speakers stressed learning and relearning with new attitudes, and awards honored scholars and the Boyd Foundation.

Lawrence A. Collins Independent, Press-Telegram Collins Poly High School

Big Pay Raise Sought by Steel Union Leaders

Pittsburgh report says CIO United Steelworkers press for a substantial raise for 600000 basic steel workers. David McDonald led talks with six firms including Bethlehem, Republic, Jones & Laughlin, Youngstown Sheet & Tube, and Inland Steel. Talks reopen around June 20 with an offer around 7 to 8 cents an hour, but union seeks far higher pay and may strike if no deal by June 30.

Pittsburgh Cio-United TS. Steel Carp Bethlehem Steel Corp Republic Steel Corp Jones & Laughlin Steel Corp Youngstown Sheet & Tube Co Inland Steel Corp Pittsburgh Post-Gazette McDonald Fus Gazette

Signal Hills 4-Her Wins Field Day Crop Demonstration

Donovan Schram of 3017 Spaulding Ave representing Signal Hills Indians 4-H Chapter won first place in vegetable crops demonstrations at the sixth annual Southern California 4-H Club Field Day.

Donovan Schram Spauld Jing Ave Signal Hills Indians Southern California

Kuchel Seeks End to California Water Feud

Sacramento Senator Thomas H Kuchel urged an institute on government to stop feuding over water issues between Southern and Northern California. He said federal Trinity San Luis projection should not delay the Feather River Project and urged cooperative, reasonable action to advance California water plans.

Sacramento Thomas H. Kuchel R-Call Institute Oroville San Diego County Trinity Sacramento River San Luis San Joaquin Feather River Kucher Congress Ruchel

Glendale teen stabbed after drag race violence report

Three juveniles were arrested after a 15 year old Glendale boy was stabbed twice on Brunswick Ave and Bemis St. Nicholas Stabile sustained a lung puncture in the attack following a car trace between rival juvenile gangs, according to police.

Glendale Highland Park Brunswick Ave Bemis St Nicholas Stabile

Hat Maker in Hearing Sparks Senate Grilling

Senator McClellan accuses millionaire hat maker Harry Lev of failing to disprove hearsay that he paid bribes to a suspended Air Force captain as hearings probe Leys uniform contracts. Lev faces sharp questioning over cash withdrawals and bank records as subcommittee examines a two million dollar deal and Woel affair.

Washington UPI McClellan D-Ark Chicago Harry Lev Air Force Senate Ley Armed Services Subcommittee Lev Sen. Mundt R-Sd Holly Martiit Jeter Mundt iLev Bed Capt Raymond Woel Armed Forces Procurement Agency New York Woel Carmine Berlino FBI J. Edgar Hoover Bellino Belling Pebro McClellan D-Ark Leo

Roll Insists Poulson Tell Bribe Facts

In Los Angeles Ernest Roll vows to press the grand jury to subpoena Mayor Norris Poulson to testify about bribery charges he allegedly offered to permit private rubbish collection. The dispute centers on claims of racketeering and monopolies in the rubbish industry and whether the grand jury has jurisdiction over monopolies.

Los Angeles Ernest Roll Grand Jury Meyor Norris Poulson Poulson Roll

Dakotans to Dine State Society potluck meeting

Members of the South Dakota State Society plan a 6:30 PM potluck dinner on Thursday at Machinists Hall.

South Dakota State Society Machin'ists

CIO Leader Denies Red Membership

Washington scene features CIO Steelworkers official Mullen denying Communist Party membership. He testifies before the Senate Internal Security Subcommittee about a 1986 incident in Pittsburgh. Mullen says he left a hall with Stalin pictures, notes he never joined the party, and cites Catholic faith. He previously served as Clairton mayor 19358 to 1953, and had denied party ties earlier.

Washington John Mullen CIO Steelworkers Union Communist Party Clairton Senate Internal Security Subcommittee FEL Subcommittee Richard Areng Pittsburgh Stalin Mullen Stalin Philip Murray CSO Murray Sen Watkins R-Uiah Steelworkers Union Catholic Church Daily Worker Mutten

Washington to Havana Powder Puff Pilots Stranded by Weather

Fifty women pilots race from Washington to Havana in eight private planes. Weather and storms hamper progress with only three of 33 planes reaching Key West by early evening. Final winner determined by time after all planes check in at Key West for the last leg to Havana.

Key West Fis Washington Havana South Carol Florida Straits New Smyrna Beach Fla Laurie Beth Mary Gaffney Miami Lucile Wright Jamestown N.Y Ediny Gardner Whyte Flushing Mich Lydia Hewkins Cincinnati Virginia Ashelford Springfield Ohio Bernice Trimbe Flint Joan Hrumbee Cleveland Zaddie R. Buniter Palm Springs Calif Darlington S. C Florence Frances Bera Los Angeles Florida Ivana Gene 1 Vieve Brown Elaine Christi, Tex Phyllis Mel

GM and UAW Resume Talks Amid Striking Deadline

General Motors and the CIO United Auto Workers, facing a Sunday midnight strike deadline, returned to bargaining with a secrecy lid on offers. The UAW has extended the contract five days, while the industry’s largest producer awaits a new proposal after a Monday win by the United Auto Workers on a modified guaranteed wage plan. Leadership notes 350,000 GM workers could be idled by a walkout. the IUE joins in potential action.

Detroit General Motors CIO United Auto Workers Ford Mortar Co UAW CIO International Union of Electrical Workers

State Grads Hear Nyardi on Commies

Dr. Nicholas Nyardi former Hungarian finance minister and Bradley University economics head spoke Friday at Long Beach State College commencement. He warned survival depends on Americans being passionately free, noting indifference as a weapon stronger than the H bomb. President P Vietor Peterson opened the ceremony and thanked local press for dedication coverage.

America Nicholas Nyardi Bradley University Long Beach State College Hremlin Hungary Europe P. Vietor Peterson Independent Press- Telegram J. P T Dn Peterson Herman Peal Ridder Lawrence A. Collins Sr David L. Bryant Peterson Robert Rhodes Clarence R. Bergland

Senator Langer intervenes in Finn Case in Missouri

Sen William Langer told the Senate Subcommittee on Constitutional Rights he has written to Senator Hennings and gathered letters from Californians asking for help in the Finn twins case. George and Charles Finn are federal prisoners at the Springfield, Missouri medical center after being convicted of interfering with a federal officer during duty. In another report, a two car collision at Maine Avenue and 19th injured Jack D Scott and Marty L Stump, with Stump later suffering a broken pelvis and arm lacerations. their car hit a house at 1891 Maine Avenue, while the Gatighios at 1891 Maine were uninjured.

New York UPI Finn Twins William Langer R-N Senate Subcommittee On Hennings D-Mo U. S Laughlin Waters Langer Mslne Ave Jack D. Scott Palmer Ct Seaside Hospital Marty L. Stump Cedar Ave Apt Philip C. Sturmy Stump Maine Ave Julian Gatighio

Shivers Addresses USC Amid Student Protests in 1955

Texas Governor Shivers spoke at USC amid campus protests over his segregation views. Officials and students reported calm attendance as Beverly Hills demonstrators waved placards, with police present but no disorder. Shivers urged unity and noted progress against bigotry while acknowledging controversy.

Los Angeles Ifl Alhan Shivers Texas University of Southern California Beverly Hills Southern California Shivers Southern California State of South West

Cunard Defies Strike With Reduced Crew Transatlantics

London up the Cunard Steamship Co says it will sail two transatlantic liners with a reduced crew if needed as striking seamen pin lines to Southampton and Liverpool piers. The Saxonia sails to Canada in 19 days and the Media to New York, despite the walkout. Rail workers’ talks continue as government negotiators meet in a bid to end the two week nationwide rail strike threatening Britain’s economy.

London Cunard Steamship Co Britain Southampton Liverpool Cunard Line New York Cunard Canada

Man Entering Auto Injured by Motorist Near Elm Ave

A 57 year old Compton man Samuel W Jeffers was injured Friday at about 10 pm when struck by a car as he entered a parked vehicle near Elm Ave. The driver Paul Nelson Ross 58 of 435 E 80th St was cited for defective headlights and brakes. Proclaims Flag Day. Governor Knight urges display of the national emblem in public buildings homes and businesses in California.

Elm Ave Samuel W. Jeffers St. Harris St Compton Paul Nelson Ross E. 80Th St Jeffers Sacramento URI Goodwin J. Knight California

Meat Cutter Slashes Hip When Knife Slips

Earl W. DeCordove, 35, a meat cutter for Caraco's Ship Supply Co. at 1112 W. Broadway, suffered a gash on his left hip when his knife slipped Friday. He received three sutures at Seaside Hospital. Cordova resides at 2545 Elm Ave.

Earl W. DeCordove Caraco Ship Supply Co W. Broadway Seaside Hospital Cordova Elm Ave

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