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Newspaper
Long Beach Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1948
Page
6
Voters approved a 6.4 million dollar water bond boosting Long Beach’s future. The outcome funds a larger system, fire protection, wells and aqueduct supply, serving a projected 500000 population and local industries. Officials and prosecutors win re election and reform calls recur. Nominees promise capable City Council in June election.
REN KNOWLAND represents California backing Hawaii statehood against Senate committee delay. The piece notes Hawaii has hosted five committees in 13 years, heard 500 witnesses, and wartime loyalty. It urges bypassing the committee for a Senate vote, warning of another year of delay and praising Hawaii’s loyalty and 1940 vote.
Washington reports scientists and lawmakers weigh a two year extension方案 for Atomic Energy Commission terms to avoid a Senate confirmation fight. Senator Hickenlooper advocates the plan amid party tensions and President Truman’s controversial reappointments.
A short poem by E. A. Guest about a strong self-reliant man who is slowed by a pebble causing a hospital stay. He learns pain and dependence, then questions why fast drivers cling to the middle of the road. The piece ends with a reflective line on risky driving.
Ten years ago in Long Beach California the city led in traffic safety and was poised for a strong 1938. Will F Ragan of the DMV announced the finding. Mrs P C Vilander was elected president of the North Long Beach Womens Club succeeding Mrs W S Stevens. John G Spielman city assessor and Henry W Lawton Camp 10 Sons of Union Veterans member was elected department commander of an allied organization. Mrs B C Shepherd hosted a luncheon for nine blind women aiming to brighten lives. Galli Curci scheduled two recitals at Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles. East Side Christian Church noted its department meeting led by William G Wickham with Rev C C Bentley discussing Liberty bonds.
The Wallace Independent Progressive Party plans to nominate candidates for 40 California legislative seats. Many Democratic cross filers join IPP tickets, with 21 IPP hopefuls for Assembly and 3 IPP plus 1 Democrat for the Senate. The move could boost Republican chances in some districts and sway the presidential vote in California.
AUNT HET muses on being the lone woman with a traditional kitchen and the idea that skill outshines fancy gear in the culinary world. The remark hints at social expectations and practical competence in domestic life.
A line from a family scene shows a mother urging her son to seek significance in life while a father hopes he can set a better example. The worried mother comments on the boy's ambitions.
A strip of light humor features banter about dinners and visits. A boss questions a wife about bringing him to dinner while a clerk recalls a long courtship and a mother sets limits on children’s playtime. Walter asks about rice preparation and a spinster jokes about preferring to be hit with it.
The article analyzes American policy toward the Soviet Union, noting no new conference proposal was made and Washington favors discussions if Moscow has concrete proposals. President Truman says the Bedell Smith statement does not depart from policy, while urging no hostile designs toward Russia. It discusses postwar conferences, Soviet world revolution aims, and historic recognition shifts up to World War II.
The United States picks members for a South Pacific Commission in Sydney to advise on social and economic betterment for dependent peoples. Critics say the process was offhand and undermine the commission's importance, noting Truman passed over recommended figures and unsettled Pacific policy.
A heartfelt dedication expresses gratitude to a loved one for inspiration and support. The speaker notes dreams, courage, and daily strength drawn from the beloved’s kindness, promising ongoing devotion and growth. The verse ends with a pledge to dedicate every effort as daily prayers to the loved one.
A crime tale spans decades in New York as Johnny Whitton alias the Mutt and detective Johnny Cordes clash and cooperate. Cordes, once praised as the best cop, aids the ex-con to land a harbor job while chasing machine gun theft. The case culminates with a midnight stakeout that uncovers hidden weapons and ends with the Mutt’s mysterious death, Cordes reflecting on payback.
A historical look at Long Beach’s incorporation, disincorporation, and reincorporation from 1888 to 1921. It notes liquor as a trigger, the 1921 council manager charter's unique features, and how those provisions set Long Beach apart from other cities.
The Sacramento Bee argues Californians should organize civilian readiness for home front disasters as a routine precaution without inducing hysteria. It compares preparedness to maintaining a police force during potential crime waves.
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