Editorial Bid System Fairest Way for L B Oil Drilling Contracts
The Long Beach Press Telegram urges open competitive bidding for city oil contracts as the best way to protect public interests. It argues bidding ensures fair access, reduces favoritism, and yields optimal royalty terms while supporting a clear municipal policy amid expanding offshore exploration.
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L. B
Long Beach
Master In Chancery
Supreme Court
Cherry and Junipero Aves
Press-Telegram
Settlement versus Sellout in Korea Debate
Clement Attlee warned in the House of Commons that some elements in the United States oppose any settlement in Korea. He argued Britain shows timidity and favors Red China roles in the UN, while stressing the need for united Allied front to secure an armistice and settlement.
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United States
Clement Attlee
House of Commons
Attlee
Korea
Britain
Red China
China
United Nations
Churchill
Durkin Seen Silent On Labor Act Revisions
Washington reports show Secretary of Labor Durkin, a longtime Democrat and former AFL Plumbers Union head, has spoken little since January. He advocated repealing Taft Hartley before joining the cabinet but now backs limited changes, while Senate hearings proceed without his direct input.
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Washington
CPI
Hisenhower
Durkin
AFL
Labor Department
Eisenhower
House
Senate
Sen
Murray
Montana
Sen. Taft
Eisenhewer
Taft
Congress
T H
Shakeup of Joint Chiefs Intensifies Opposition to Defense Plan
The article argues the new Defense reorganization plan shifts power to a single chairman, likening it to a German general staff system. It notes opposition across Navy, Air Force, and Army, despite Adm. Radford’s appointment and praises the new military leaders as an experienced but cautionary team. It warns the plan could demoralize armed services by concentrating policy under a military boss.
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Washington
Joint Chiefs of Staff
Department of Defense
Thomas K. Fintletter
Air Force
Joint Chiefs
Adm
Radford
Joint Chie
Anh Air Force
Adm. Radford
America
Eisenhower
Pacific
Congress
Gen. Bradley
Army
Navy
Fancy Dans
Truman
Secretary of Defense
Ridgway
Far East
Europe
Gen. Twining
Adm. Carney
Naval Operations
Halsey
Japan
United States
Marquis Childs Sees Arms Budget Becoming Party Issue
Senate defense questions rise as Symington challenges Eisenhower plan. White House replies offer generalities while industry and lawmakers debate jet bomber production, air groups, and security. Democrats poised to frame defense cuts as a political issue in upcoming campaigns.
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Washington
Eisenhower
Charles E. Wilson
Stuart Symington
Air Force
Senate
Philadelphia Bulletin Forum
Symington
Soviet Union
United States
Sen
Leverett Saltonstall
Rmass
Senate Armed Services Committee
White House
Saltonstall
Wilson
Congress
Corse
Muich
Frussia
Kremlin
Just Folks By E A Guest Apology To Work
A poem in reflective verse where the speaker admits earlier resentment of work and resting in bed. He recalls blaming the road and fatigue for shirking duties, but now, recovering, vows to value labor and never complain about work again. The piece centers on remorse, a change of heart, and a promise to endure duties with wiser views.
Long Beach reminiscences and city council ads
Ten years ago Reverend Johnston Calhoun of First United Presbyterian Evanston was guest preacher at United Presbyterian Long Beach. The Municipal Band planned its first dance program at Servicemen's Center. Ten years ago junior college advanced voice recital met at Recreation Park Clubhouse. Advocates sought shorts for men and backless bathing suits for women before the City Council. Thirty years ago San Diego led in population while Long Beach built more. The City Council allocated $675 to place Long Beach ads in 100 Santa Fe Railroad stations.
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Johnston Calhoun
First United
Presbyterian Church
Evanston
United. Presbyterian Church
Long Beach
Servicemen's Center
Recreation Park
San Diego
Senta Fe
Public Forum Letters to Editor Guidelines
Readers may submit letters not exceeding 250 words with bona fide signatures and addresses. Letters can be edited in the interests of taste or to save space. Submissions should include a valid signature and full address for publication.
Idea Suppression And Neurosis Among Youth
A letter argues that suppressing new ideas in a democracy fuels frustration and neurosis among youth. The writer cites dope addiction, alcoholism, and the “silent generation” as evidence, urging room for revolutionary thinking and warning against reactionary limits.
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Patrick Henry
Jefferson
Madison
Hamilton
Marjorie Givens
Greenbrier Rd
Music Week Observance in Long Beach Praised
Gladys Comstock Smith General Chairman thanks press for generous coverage of National Music Week Long Beach 1953. Editorial Balm for the Age of Jets and Atoms cited as outstanding. Articles will be sent to the national committee in New York as a model observance.
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Pryers
Guild of Women Composers
Long Beach
National Committee
New York
Gladys Comstock Smith
Officers and Members of Branch 45 NA L C Are Acknowledged
The officers and members of Branch 45 of the National Association of Letter Carriers are recognized in this brief notice. The message notes their involvement and ongoing association activities.
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Branch $45
The
National Association of Letter Carriers
Vartuents by METCALFE Vartuents by METCALFE
A reflection on a high school student named Don facing final years before college. The poem explores undecided career paths from journalism to law or industry, urging guidance without pressure. It emphasizes personal choice and hope that his future brings pride to his family.
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Don
Acknowledgment from North Long Beach Church Officials
Richard G. Millette secretary and 4 P Scott chairman thank the publication for weekly coverage of church service activities. The North Long Beach Christian Church public publicity committee expresses appreciation for the publicity contributing to the walk drive success.
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Richard G. Millette
The
North Long Beach Christian Church
P. Scott
Questions and Answers from the Largest U S Planes Carry 112
The piece provides a Q and A format covering aviation capacity for the DC 6 or DC 8 family, noting the Civil Aeronautics Board regulation allowing 112 persons with 11 emergency exits, including crew. It also answers varied queries on stamps income, passports and visas, atomic gun dimensions, Berlin time, insurance for servicemen, and the origin of the term fancy.
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United States
Civil Aeronautics Board
Newspaper staff and executive lineup shown
Press-Gelegram presents a listing of staff positions including Herman Ridder Harold M. Hines asst publisher Samuel G. Cameron general manager H. F. Su llraester editor Malcolm Epley executive editor National representative ersmer Woodward Inc Comic Advertising Representatives Metropolitan Group Inc
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Herman
Ridder
Pupilaher
Harold M. Hines
Te Pubsiener
Samual G. Cameron
Maneper
H. F. SuUraester
Malcolm Epley
Eresmer & Woodward, Inc
Comic Advertising
Metropolitan Group, Inc
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Lone Beach
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D. C
San Marino
Andorra
Monaco
Liechtenstein
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Berlin
George Clark
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