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Newspaper
Long Beach Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1951
Page
14
The piece argues State Department policy aided Communist forces in China, undermining Chiang Kai-shek and enabling Red Chinese intervention in Korea. Hurley and Badger claim pro Communist influence and poor support for Nationalists, urging leadership change and a tougher stance toward communism in Asia.
Senate Byrd notes February civilian federal payrolls excluding the military surged by over 22 million dollars. Veterans Administration and seven wartime agencies added about 7 million, while eight federal departments increased costs by more than 13 million. He questions why nonmilitary agencies swell payrolls during a deficit crisis and national emergency.
A group of outstanding Long Beach high school juniors leave by bus for Sacramento to take part in eight days of model government and recreation hosted by American Legion posts and the California Department. The program assigns youths to cities where they may run for office, conduct trials, and pass laws, gaining practical training in democracy and leadership.
Senate hearings reveal Gen Hoyt Vandenberg and Sec Stuart Symington pressed President Truman over a shortfall in air power. Johnson testified he could have blocked private appeals but chose not to, as officials argued the military was underfunded and vulnerable to aggression abroad.
A historical perspective argues that public opinion was stifled by politics surrounding Gen. MacArthur's dismissal and criticizes U.S. air power readiness. It notes 1949 contract impoundment shifted defense momentum, leaving an underfunded force and echoing Gen. Vandenberg's warning of a "shoestring" air arm while Korea demands stronger bombing options.
The Iran oil dispute resists simple fixes as pride, history, and national interests collide. AIOC proposals for shared profits and protections face Iranian anti British rhetoric and demands for better terms, while Britain seeks compensation for investments and fair treatment. The US State Department pressures negotiation, and a court route is contested. A broader regional lens includes Iraq and Saudi interests amid debates on pipeline plans and development funding.
A witty, fragment filled column riffs on Sen Soaper criticizing Snyder for thrift talk while questioning the meaning of economy. It notes the independent elector’s swing power and mentions the staying power of a living stage over TV patterns, all in a lively, period voice with theatrical and political allusions.
Time was the games I entered in I spoiled with mad desire to win. When stupid blunders I had made, fil temper often I displayed. As if it were disgrace to lose. Even good friends I would abuse. And when defeated in we came and say my partner was to blame. At golf when simple shots 7d club. In rage I'd throw away the club. And so for all, who played with me I was not pleasant company. But now-though win or lose-I try to keep the twinkle in my eye. With all that nonsense I am done. Lonry play a game for fun. WE WOULDN'T KNOW, but they tell us a new card game, Samba, is for the Jauasta player who thinks,
City Manager Carl R. Erickson will propose next week that emergency ambulance service be provided by the fire department if approved. County Supervisors approved a contract with Long Beach Community Hospital for General Hospital patient care. A July 4 Scottish picnic is expected at Recreation Park and concrete for City Hall foundation began this morning. Charles Henderson, president of the Chamber of Commerce, supports city prisoners cleaning the beach daily.
A compact pricing note shows rates listed as forty dollars per week and seventy five dollars per month or year, with ambiguous formatting and incomplete context for applicability. The fragment hints at subscription or rental terms without specifying service, duration, or eligibility details.
A string of letters criticizes federal reform proposals as oversimplified and argues that commissions and new ethics rules won’t curb graft. Readers urge prosecuting offending officials, public exposure, and stronger civil measures over decrees.
A short verse extols a box of candy as a timeless gesture of affection for parents, children, friends, or a passing acquaintance. It notes candy can brighten summers, winters, holidays, and ordinary moments, conveying kind thoughts and sweet sentiment alongside the treat.
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