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Newspaper
Long Beach Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1955
Page
10
A Sacramento editorial assesses California's legislative overload as the session nears completion. It argues for limiting sessions and duplicate bills, cautions that longer sessions may simply double work, and urges voters to favor candidates who reduce bill volume while noting last minute maneuvers still flood the endgame.
Bruce Biossat notes repeated votes for Hawaii and Alaska statehood have not aligned between chambers or parties. He says the issue remains a perennial, hindered by political fear of shifting power and prejudice, urging postponement until Congress broadens its reform-minded leadership.
Bill Vaughan notes a 12 year old seeks higher allowance and may call a conference with his father on the matter. Hollywood gossip suggests Eddie and Debbie plan a pre marriage divorce. A mix of political quips and social commentary runs through the column, from Fatire to juvenile delinquency and public education.
The article analyzes Soviet aims to neutralize Germany, shift control in Europe, and deter Western bases. It argues infiltrating governments, pressuring allies, and exploiting parliaments to block rearmament, with Tito and Yugoslavia as leverage, while urging a stronger Western moral force ahead of the summit.
The Smithsonian reports research showing Plains Indians acquired horses from Spanish ranches in New Mexico in the mid 16th century. Earlier legends blamed stray Coronado expedition horses, but records are lacking. The arrival of the horse transformed Plains life, shifting hunting, warfare, social structure, and religion, shaping later Indian Wars and Westward depictions in media.
A poet reflects on a house filled with martins wrens and robins nesting under the eaves. The speaker notes the birds come in spring depart in fall yet are welcomed to stay as part of the garden’s ownership and pride. The verse celebrates the natural chorus as valued possessions alongside flowers.
Ten years ago Long Beach led U S cities with income per capita of 2535. Compton College beat Long Beach City College 21 18 to clinch Metropolitan Conference baseball title. Twenty years ago F W Young sought to lease the LA River bed for cattle grazing. Thirty years ago manager George M Burbank of the Virginia Hotel began his spring tour. Shriners hosted a dance at the Virginia Hotel to raise funds for visiting Shriners in June.
A dated poem wishes eternal happiness with a loved one. The speaker praises companionship, affection, and the precious words and smiles shared. He vows to strive to make his wife happy and cherishes the heart he won.
A reader condemns age discrimination against workers over 40 or 46, praising companies that hire older and physically handicapped people. The letter argues age should not determine usefulness, urging respect for wisdom and experience. Signed: MERVIN D, RANAGAN, 343 WV, Broadway. CALVIN F. RUFF, A719 E, Wardlow Ra.
A reader rejects the Finn twins sympathy narrative arguing most Americans are not in their corner. The piece contends the twins are not victims of law but of their own egos and question allowing vigilante actions. It warns of chaos in penal institutions if many offenders received such publicity.
The Press-Telegram lists staff roles including Publisher Harold M. Hines Assistant Publisher Samuel C. Cameron General Manager H. F. Burmester and its Washington and advertising bureaus. It notes office locations in New York Chicago Minneapolis St Paul Los Angeles and San Francisco with current files kept at these offices.
Letter from Dave MacPherson of 2312 Iroquois Ave to the editor urges students to study for final exams. He humorously notes rising stress, mocks radio and romance distractions, and hints at teachers rewarding standout papers as exams conclude.
A reader information column answers questions on Himalayan peaks near Everest, Soviet sports oversight, Orlon sweater shrinkage, and New York Jewish population by borough. Notable facts include Kanchenjunga as the highest of the unclimbed 26,000+ foot peaks, and Brooklyn housing the largest Jewish population among New York City boroughs.
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