Editorial urges West to boost propaganda for East refugees
West nations spend millions on propaganda behind the Iron Curtain but neglect to build support among refugees who have defected. The piece urges expanding Voice of America, aiding liberation groups in West Berlin, improving refugee treatment, and extending liberal policies to those who respond to Western ideals. It argues better treatment and outreach could strengthen anti-Communist influence and dilute Communist appeal among displaced East Germans.
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United States
West
Joseph Alsop
Berlin
East
Ife
German Federal Republic
Congress
Ment
U. S
Voice of America
East Germany
Mr. Alsop
West Berlin
Communist Party
Germany
State Department
Take Another Look SPRING in Long Beach
A nostalgic Long Beach column notes spring returns not with sudden storms but with gentler signs. Lawn care, crowds on Rainbow Pier and Ocean Blvd, busy vacant lots, hats in ball games, busket rides and louder merry-go rounds signal warmer days. Hot dog vendors count busier sales as beachgoers flood Me.
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Long Beach
Laingy Beach
Rainbow Pier
Ocean Blvd
MacArthur Statements Stir Debate Over Diplomacy Role
Gen Douglas MacArthur's remarks on Formosa and a cease-fire drew praise from some and sharp objections from the State Department. President Truman sought to curb his comments, while Washington faced pressure to ensure diplomatic statements come from officials, not the military. The row raises questions about who should handle diplomacy versus military voices.
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MacArthur
Douglas MacArthur
Acheson
State Department
Formosa
Far Pacific
Truman
Washington
Tokyo
Television shows demo disintegration in 1951 era politics
A Washington analysis notes television broadcasts of Kefauver committee hearings magnify Democratic machine power in cities. It argues city bosses, tenement dwellers, and religious and ethnic blocs influence votes, while independent voters grow wary and demand accountability, signaling a push to “turn the rascals out.”
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Washington
Kefruyer Crime Committee
Democratic Party
Kefauver
Millard Tydings
Maryland
Baltimore
Poland
Kefauver Committee
Dem
Ocratic Senate
Goxgoos
Lincoln Steffens
Power
Pelf
Hesitationists in U N Press the War Lines
Washington editorial argues General MacArthur faces backlash for urging field talks and a cease fire while China and North Korea resist. It notes State Department friction, asserts commanders may seek truces without diplomatic approval, and warns against pro longed fighting near the 38th parallel amid U N indecision.
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London
U.N
Russia
China
Berne
British Punishment of Jen Jeram Village in Malaya
AP report from Singapore describes Jen Jeram, once home to 1510 people, to be burned as punishment for aiding Communist terrorists. Inhabitants are interned. livestock and personal property removed and sold for evacuees. British officials say Jen Jeram has long been a focal point for terrorist activity in Selangor. The piece also recalls historic punitive burning of tribal villages along the Khyber Pass and notes such actions were used to deter raiding Mohmands.
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Singapore
Jenjeram
British Malaya
Larry Allen
Jenderam
Selingore
Far East
India
Khyber Pass
Afghanistan
Land Kotal
Peshawar
Khyber
Just Folks by E A Guest at annual meeting goals ahead
A rousing piece urging continued effort after a club annual meeting. The speaker praises past achievements, announces prizes and bonuses, but stresses the need to surpass last year’s quota and pursue a harder goal from the next morning onward. The message: the past is closed. the year’s work continues.
Long Beach Harbor Visit and Harbor Commission Appointments
Postmaster General Frank C. Walker toured the harbor for post office inspection. The USS California State trained cadets and crew on shore leave. Olympic Games officials assured Los Angeles County areas will not be asked to fund the games. City Manager C. C. Lewis installed Irwin M. Stevens and four others on the new Harbor Commission. Building activity rises with 3.5 million board feet from Washington and a $1,000,000 annual permit renewal for the month.
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Frank C. Walker
USS
California State
Maritime Academy
Los Angeles County
Long Beach
C. C. Lewis
Irwin M. Stevens
Harvey C. Fremming
Glen L. Clark
John F. Craig
James F. Colling
Harbor Commission
Washington
Long Beach Editorial Page Adverts 1953
The fragment outlines a Long Beach editorial page from March 28 1953 with names F Frise Neva Prisepaddock S Connlin and various staff roles. It notes publication details Sixth Street and Fine Avenue Long Beach with circulation data and general subscription rates, plus postal and production rights boilerplate.
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Long Deach ” Press
Eleoram
F. Frise
Neva Prise Paddock
Vics
S. Conhlin
Bunda Eit
Paantey
Sixth Street
Fine Avenue
Long
Auditor a Block in 1951 politics and taxes
A critique of a proposed government plan named Auditor a Block. It warns households employing any labor 24 days in three months must report workers social security details, deduct taxes, and mail payments to the tax collector. The piece satirically links it to broader policy and employment shifts.
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Pete
Washington
Sam
General Fextures Corp
Rumor says Truman may seek Senate after presidency
The Sacramento Bee notes whispers that President Truman could run for the Senate after his term, arguing ex presidents should be used in government. It cites Hoover and Adams as examples of service after office, but says the nation generally ignores former presidents and wastes their knowledge.
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Washington
Harry S. Truman
Senate
Herbert Hoover
John Quincy Adams
House of Representatives
Sacramento Bee
Thow Wilt Not Steal Evodua Moral Proverb
An old proverb attributed to Evodua 20 15 warns that money gained dishonestly costs more than it is worth while a clear conscience costs nothing tangible. Quotation by JF Pete Senn reflects on integrity and value.
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Pete Senn
Gift Shop Delight Offers Bric-a-brac and Keepsakes
The catalog extols a gift shop as a treasure house of bright presents and greetings cards for home and distant friends. It highlights glassware, chinaware, books, frames, stationery with initials, lamps, ash trays, and flower cases, inviting browsing and small treats for loved ones or oneself.
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Marquis Childs
Inflntio
U. N
By David Lawrence
United Nations
Department of State
Pentagon
White ‘House
Korea
General MacArthur
Dewitt MacKenzie
E. A. Guest
Frank Tripp
George Clark
Maapaly
Metcalfe
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