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Newspaper
Long Beach Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1954
Page
12
The piece notes India will soon begin producing its own cars and reflects on the long arc of global civilization. It argues the American standard of living is high but carries heavy leadership responsibilities and discusses America's image in world affairs, quoting Will Rogers on propaganda and genuine relations.
In Southern California a private firm built Victoria St and handed it to Long Beach and Los Angeles County as a gift. The 800 foot street runs from Santa Fe Ave to Long Beach Blvd and serves a 1000 acre industrial area. Grayson Controls Division begins a $3 million plant, underscoring developers’ faith in future growth.
Senator McCarthy deploys diversions to derail the Mundt hearings on the Army Schine case. He frames a broad attack on government secrecy, cites a fabricated Hoover letter, and links wartime navy contracts to discredit witnesses while rallying public authority clashes. The barrage shifts focus from substantiated charges to sensational side issues.
The fragment hints at North Texas State College offering a jazz course and a commencement orator addressing graduates about worldliness and ambition. It mocks news conferences, joking about too little news instead of too much, and mentions a tired desk mate and fishing imagery.
Marquis Childs reports a covert row among Eisenhower aides over Indochina intervention. General Ridgway leads opposition to direct American action, clashing with JCS chair Radford, as NSC briefings and a Wall map illustrate supply and transport barriers. The debate centers on risks of a broader Asian war and Soviet involvement.
Public forum notices allow short letters not exceeding forty words with genuine signatures and addresses. Edits may be made for clarity and space. The forum invites letters on matters of public concern and local issues.
Letter from Jean W. Dunham defends Senator McCarthy against widespread vilification by Daily Worker and other groups. She charges anti McCarthy voices of attacking constitutional rights, labels UNESCO and World Federalists, and urges Americans to support McCarthy and his aides.
Two letters signed by Mrs. M M Cone and Mrs. L De Vries in June 1954 PB T praise McCarthy hearings. They defend the process, contrast with Virginis Kelly editorial, and express appreciation for succinct coverage of the subject.
Bruce Biossat argues in a column that public scrutiny of CIA activities risks damaging its intelligence gathering role. He notes the agency's covert methods rely on secrecy and safeguarding informants, and suggests a limited joint House-Senate committee—like the Atomic Energy panel—could provide oversight without compromising operations.
Fragmentary poem lines laud a banner as a symbol of bravery freedom home faith and hope. The readable bits evoke themes of flag and national identity with reverent tone and period style.
A clipped reminiscence recalls a 447,382 war salvage drive total by local school children ten years ago and a 20 year old Wilson graduation record, with Ebell’s study department planning a Catalina trip and a note on Ahie's Irish Rose at the auditorium.
Herbert R. Klocksiem thanks Republican and Democratic friends for their support in the June 8 primary. He credits the Press-Telegram and pledges a clean campaign in the fall, aiming for a clear victory on November 2. He signs as the 44th District Assemblyman.
In response to M Y Godfrey's note on barber shop bombings in Los Angeles a writer denounces the act as vicious and condemns any union member who commits such deeds. The letter defends true unionism as beneficial and urges proper use of union privileges, signed by Mrs Norae Geiger of 839 Gaviota Ave.
A short patriotic poem by Metcalfe praising the flag and national ideals. It invokes Old Glory across ships, planes, schools, and public spaces, urging tribute to democracy, justice, equality, and freedom with a prayer for guidance.
The current text lists publisher, editors, and advertising reps for The Press Telegram, naming Harold M. Hine Bainfal Cameron H. F. Gurimester Malcolm Eplay AE Alned with Ridder-Johne offices in New York Chicago and Minneapolis Foshay Tower St Paul East Los Angeles Boulevard San Francisco and Metropolitan Group advertising reps.
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