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Newspaper
Long Beach Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1951
Page
12
Editorial argues that Britain must calm its temper and offer fair terms as Iran nationalizes oil. It notes Anglo-Iranian’s secret advances and uneven sharing, urges respectful diplomacy over imperial bravado, and warns that British restraint is key to a stable settlement with Iranians amid nationalist tensions.
The case of 10 year old Charles Houghton of Norwalk, found dead in an abandoned refrigerator, highlights dangers of old ice boxes. Advocates urge a Kathy Fiscus style law to protect children from death traps and seek penalties for leaving death traps accessible to youngsters.
General Douglas MacArthur described postwar Japan as undergoing the greatest reform in modern history. He cited the removal of political and civil rights restrictions, abolition of secret police, legal equality for men and women, end of slave labor, anew civil service merit system, and the prohibition of war in Japan’s constitution, making it the only nation forbidden by its own law to wage war.
Long Beach’s status as a resort center draws out-of-state visitors who spent over 366 million dollars in Southern California last year with a sizable share circulating locally. Many vacationers settle permanently, many above five thousand dollars income, enriching the city’s finances and future prospects. The region’s tourist attractions attract high income residents, suggesting ongoing investment to maintain and improve the area.
Columnist Visualizes GOP Convention noting General Eisenhower declines return to the United States to avoid Senate testimony over MacArthur and Asia policy. The piece outlines factional pressure, Ike’s popularity, and possible impact on a Republican nomination amid MacArthur loyalists and Taft supporters. It discusses conventions, civilian leadership emphasis, and intra party maneuvering through 1951.
Washington faces renewed criticism over a faulty liaison with Tokyo. The piece recounts 1941-42 failures in sharing policy and military directions among Marshall, Stark, Short, Kimmel, and MacArthur, noting lack of timely guidance and fallout from MacArthur’s public statements and its impact on U.S. policy. The article links past missteps to today’s discussions about candor and command.
The British government says it will stop all rubber exports to Red China for the rest of the year. The move follows pressure at home and abroad and supports efforts in the United Nations to curb supplies to China and North Korea. Former Prime Minister Churchill had urged an immediate stoppage, arguing current policy harms Anglo American relations.
The piece notes that 98 percent of wounded count reach Army hospitals and recover, praising medical science and field application. It discusses Britain's rubber stoppage affecting Anglo American ties, Churchill’s view on keeping relations strong, and the potential for a joint front with the United States against communism.
Time passes as a husband returns with muddy shoes and a hat and sweater tossed aside. The speaker recalls the daily chores he creates and the mess he leaves, from rug wear to towels dumped on the rack. She grumbles that after his departure the home shows the extra tasks she must perform.
Long Beach mounted police prepared for a special horse show at their club grounds. Fifty western boats raced in a Marine Stadium regatta. Trials of a new C3 freighter built in Oakland occurred off Long Beach. Will Rogers performed Connecticut Yankee at Fox West Coast Theater. Officials from Long Beach and Los Angeles County discussed halting offshore gambling ships. Recreation Committee announced outdoor twilight play night at Burnett School with lighting. Central Improvement Association urged removal of Salt Lake railroad tracks from downtown streets.
Readers write letters on Truman MacArthur policy and the Korean War. Contributors include Mrs P R Stebbins and Chet Kursten, with views on safety belts, translations, appeasement, and a three cent tax on cigarettes. Names and addresses appear with their opinions from Press Telegram readers.
A poem praising badges that symbolize authority across roles like G-man policeman politician fireman and others. It notes badges come in silver and gold and carry community recognition. The piece also emphasizes loyalty and trust as the unseen insignia behind any badge.
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