Editor's Notebook Patience and moderation urged to avoid war
John S. Knight laments rushed calls for disarmament and warns against bellicose rhetoric by both sides. He cites Truman's recent speech, media voices, and political maneuvering as risks to world peace. Knight urges steady diplomacy, restraint, and pragmatic cuts in government spending. The column also previews Ike’s political position, Korea, and press freedom notes.
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Outlook for United Europe Brighter
The article notes plans from France Italy and Belgium to push European political integration. It highlights moves toward economic military unity, with the Schuman coal and steel plan advancing and the Pleven integrated army under discussion. A European parliament with limited powers is anticipated, signaling renewed cross national coordination while sovereignty remains cautious.
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Britain’s Churchill Backed for United Europe Unity Drive
The piece argues Winston Churchill’s return to power signals Britain may embrace a federated Europe. It credits Americans with supporting a practical unity program and stresses Britain joining Europe could boost continental collaboration across politics, economy, and culture.
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Questions Answers Hurricane Power Lost Over Land
A reader Q and A feature from the Long Beach Press Telegram explains why hurricanes weaken over land. Factors include land friction and reduced moisture. Other Qs cover youth hostels in Europe, the British king’s fortune, four-sentence history lessons, radio operators aboard ships, and foods for nerves and eyesight.
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Silver Goblets Drawn With a Tarnished Homefront Tone
A brief reflection notes a change in showing silver goblets from reluctance to display during better times to flaunting them after financial decline, suggesting shifts in pride and display within the household.
Armistice Day Reflections On Sacrifice And Peace
In Long Beach and across the nation Armistice Day is marked with banners and ceremonies remembering gallant youths who died or were disabled in wars not of their making. The piece contrasts 1918 Armistice with permanent peace and calls for awareness, unity, and renewed resolve to honor sacrifices.
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Doctors Say Two Employees Per Patient At Hospitals
Long Beach LA County Medical Association notes hospital costs rise with inflation and staffing. Hospitals average two or more employees per patient, covering direct patient care and service, with growing departments in radiology and pathology led by physicians.
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Los Angeles County Medical Association
These modern kitchens mock Aunt Het
Aunt Het laments that modern kitchens require a diploma in electrical engineering to cook, blaming times when cooking was simpler and more accessible for women.
If in Doubt Play South Hand at Six Spades
The defender West can return a club or diamond to help you, or a heart to create trouble. The recommended plan is to win clubs and trumps, then play the third club jack to entice West to win. Discard a heart from dummy, then aim for diamond finesses and ruff hearts as needed. The core idea is to let West err while you maintain control.
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Impatient politics and bloc alignments quoted
A collection of quotes centers on impatience in politics, urging patience and wisdom. Reinhold warns against shortcuts in Reno, while Hakim urges backing the western bloc for arms. Kashani threatens Mossadegh over oil nationalization to Britain’s Stokes.
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