Editorial: Henry D. Lawrence III Passes in Long Beach
The city mourns Henry D. Lawrence III a devoted Long Beach lawyer and civic leader. He served the municipality church schools veterans groups and civic organizations with integrity and humility. The incoming City Council must appoint a capable nonpartisan successor to manage millions in tideland oil funds and vital projects amid legal delays. His legacy includes World War I service and enduring respect from residents.
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Henry D. Lawrence
Long Beach
Henry Lawrence
California
Broadening Spring Street to Ease Long Beach Traffic
The greatly growing Long Beach area needs wider highways. Spring Street east of Lakewood Boulevard now narrows from four lanes to two, causing congestion and traffic hazards during peak hours. Authorities should expand the two lane section promptly to relieve delays for Lakewood residents annexed to Long Beach.
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Long Beach
Carson St
Lakewood Blvd
San Gabriel River
Spring St
Lakewood
State Highway Commission
Board of Supervisors
Reds Reap Another Dividend in Korea
Joseph and Stewart Alsop report that the Chinese Communist government is implementing a long process in Korea, purging high officials as a first step to secure stability against imagined Chinese threats and ward off the hope of warlordism as a quick route out of Asia.
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Washington
Tadochina
China
Korea
Asia
Foreign Office
Chinese Military Dukedoms Shape Korea War Roles
Sen Soaper discusses how Mao era China built powerful field armies and military areas, placing Lin Piao and Chen Yi at the center, later absorbing Korea and Indochina into a Politburo controlled system. The piece argues internal consolidation and external victories tied to the Korean war up to the Indochina prize.
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Chiang Kaishek
Tike Lung Yuen
Wurman
Mao Tse-tung
China
Areca
Bacha
East China
Chen Yi
Third Field Army
Lin Wen Ping
Fourth
Politburo
Korea
Olan
Lin Piao
Field Army
Peng Tsh-huai
Asia
United States
Indochina
Fragmentary Biblical Quotes and Theological Reflections
A collection of disjointed quotes and paraphrased passages from religious texts and sermons. Includes references to John 4:20 and Exodus, with musings on love, law, suffering, and divine revelation. No clear news event or narrative emerges from the readable fragments.
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F. B. Mayer
Marquis Chiles Predict Red China Atomic Pile
Officials with access to top intelligence predict Communist China will have an atomic pile capable of producing fissionable material within two years, though not necessarily bombs. The report cites Pontecorvo and urges action to harness atomic energy for peaceful use while warning of a race with the Soviet Union and Britain in nuclear development.
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Washington
China
Russia
Bruno
Pontecorvo
England
British Atomic Development
Alamic Development
America
Robert le Baron
Military Halson Committee
Atomica Energy Commission
William C. Boater
Manufacturing Chemists” Association
Defense
United States
Asia
Middle East
Great Britain
Soviet
Pittsburgh
Uquesne Light Co
Atomic Energy Commission
Commission
Duquesne
Foster
Paul Hoffman
Europe
Dewey May Hold Key to 1956 Election
Bruce Biossat reports that Governor Dewey may not seek a fourth term unless a shooting war arises by September. The piece notes skepticism about his pledge, cites Iriving Ives and Franklin D. Roosevelt Jr. as likely rivals, and argues New York’s governorship remains pivotal to party infighting and the presidential race.
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Thomas Dewey
Dewey
New York
Eisenhower
Franklin D. Roosevelt Jr
Irving Ives
Senate
New York State
Ives
Whdere
State House
Stern
Cottage Memories By E. A. Guest
A reflective nostalgic verse capturing summer days at the cottage on Lake Huron. The speaker recalls small town scenes and routines from youth, like cleaning fish, ice cream at the drug store, high school band, and friendly waves, while acknowledging those times cannot return.
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Lake Huron
Long Ago in Long Reach Nostalgic News Snippets
Ten years ago a Western Pife and Steel Road urged help for the U S Navy building invasion ships. Amen was arrested for offering a Mexican divorce for 125 dollars with no appearances. Twenty years ago a gasoline fumes explosion on a water taxi Lark caused a mile hearing blast. A California osteopathic convention was ending here. Thirty years firemen answered five false alarms. A local resident produced a great rose. The 11th Municipal Market picnic was held at Bixby Park. A ball player’s hours and stats are noted, hinting at long wait for full record.
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Pife &Steel
U. S. Navy
Bixby Park
Public Forum letters on Hiss pension and voting rights
The letter from Lester L. Marshall of Lynwood argues a convict loses voting and citizenship rights, calling Hiss a treasonous case and questioning defense fairness. Richard Ashcraft of Kitchee Street criticizes McCarthyism, VOA budget claims, and the cruelty of cross examination by unappointed questioners.
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Gen. Zwicker
Robert Jones
McCarthy Committee
Voice of America
McCarthy
Mr. Smith
Richard Ashcraft
Kitchee St
Could Be You Posters Urged
A letter from Mrs V J Gilley of Garden Grove urges traffic safety posters featuring accident scenes with the caption It could be you. She argues drivers, especially near night clubs and mountain roads, must be reminded to be careful and courteous to prevent deadly crashes.
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V. J. Gilley
Candy Lane
Garden Grove
McCarthy Popularity Polls Read Across Papers
A Press Telegram report notes strong pro McCarthy sentiment in mid-west polls and cites editorials from Epley and Kelley. It mentions a Chicago Tribune poll showing about 90 percent support and a Chicago Sun-Times poll with 54 percent opposition, reflecting conflicting views.
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Bess Telegras
Press- Telegram
Malcolm Epley
Towa
McCarthy
Epley
Jowans
Virginia Kelley
Mid-West
Chicago Newsaper
George E. Smiley
Nieto Ave
Chicago Tribune
John S. Knight
Chicago Sun-Times
Senator’s Denial Over Right to Counsel Before McCarthy Panel
The exchange notes Mr. Wolfe’s claim that the right to counsel was denied to witnesses before McCarthy's subcommittee. A declaration promises to provide the report once obtained and to furnish requested information. The message references a June 20 note from R. J. Smith regarding the letter.
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Vibes
Wolfe
McCarthy
R. J Smith
Fetter
Portraits SMETCALFE My Private Study Portraits SMETCALFE
A lyric about a private study as a calm workspace within a home. The narrator notes air conditioning in summer and heating in winter, ensuring comfort for the narrator and family as they work behind the study door amid snow and heat.
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Smetcalfe
Questions and Answers on Blowouts and Insects
A Long Beach Press Telegram Q and A column answers questions on blowouts causing car accidents, insect extermination attempts, and Persian cat origins. It notes fewer than one-half of one percent of auto accidents are from blowouts, insects have not exterminated any species, and the Persian cat origin remains uncertain with a possible link to Persia.
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Haskin
Long Beach Press-Telegram
Hua Su
Washington
D. C
O.B
Mann
Ler
Persia
Unclear Telegram Publisher and Advertising Office listing
The fragmented OCR text lists names including Herman H Ridder and Harold Hines with roles as publisher and assistant to publisher. It also mentions Samuel Cameron Gent manager and editors, plus addresses for Ridder era offices in New York Chicago Detroit Minneapolis St Paul Los Angeles and San Francisco. It appears to be a publisher advertising bureau directory fragment.
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Herman H. Ridder
Harold M. Hines
Samuel G Cameron
H. F. Burmester
Malcolm Enley
Washington News Bureau
Albee
SS Es National Advertising Representatives
Ridderedohns, Inc
New York
Bath St
Chicago
Wrigley
Detroit
Penonssot Bing
Minneapolis
Foshay Tower
St. Paul
East 4Th Bt
Los Angeles
Wilshire Blvd
San Francisco
Sutter Bt
Presa Telegram
Offini Comic Advertising Representati Metropolitan Group
Inn
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