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Newspaper
Long Beach Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1952
Page
10
Daylight nears on Long Beach Community Chest as leaders urge a vigorous mop-up. With $120,622 remaining of a $554,200 goal, workers from public groups and corporations must finish soliciting to support 19 youth, health, and welfare agencies and avoid pro-rated cuts.
News bulletins from the Republican State Central Committee joke about naming any prominent Southern California Republican as Senator as Nixon nears resignation on Jan 1. The field includes Thomas Kuchel, Laughlin Waters, Mildred Younger, Ronald Button, McIntyre Faries, Gordon Richmond, and possible Gov Warren appointee thoughts. Warren will appoint a Southern California Republican. Knowland from Oakland is the senior Senator.
A British wartime test claimed total interception may fail against Soviet bombers, with U S planners fearing a high threat to targets. Analysts say up to 90 percent could reach targets despite radar and interceptors. Red air strength numbers are cited across Europe, prompting defense overhaul talks.
A Washington opinion piece argues John Foster Dulles is best qualified to be Secretary of State. It notes his Senate experience, bipartisan trust, and deep knowledge of Japan, Korea, and Far East policy, predicting his renomination by the next administration.
A verse about patient wives waiting through hunting season as men venture into forests for ducks and deer. It notes dangers in the woods and the duties awaiting at home once the hunters return, with a cycle of absence and return shaping the season.
Ten years ago in Long Beach a bronze bust of Dr George FP Taubman was given to the city after a civic program at First Christian Church. City Council quizzed candidates for city manager as selective service men departed for duty. The city was named future home for the California Lancers under the militia act. Deputy city attorney Beach Vasey was appointed to a county post. Proposals urged wrestling in Municipal Auditorium to aid unemployment. Recreation Chief Squire F Du Ree called for more playgrounds as November receipts topped $600,000.
Virginia Kelly notes Republicans have a chance with a new administration to gain federal posts. She outlines hundreds of appointments in the State Department, cabinet roles, ambassadorships, and federal judgeships, plus high turnover in civil service and nongovernment-rated positions.
President-elect Eisenhower faces historic hazards as he plans a travel to Korea during a shooting war. The trip offers value from face to face briefing, morale boost for troops, and potential for informed decisions, balanced by local pressures and assassination risks. General Van Fleet urges a bold path with possible high casualties to end the war. Rhee pushes hard for bold action while U.N. forces weigh local priorities and overall strategic balance.
A correspondent in Britain reports on daily life noting dreadful food but surprisingly improved coffee after removing the can. Market news mentions a new teething biscuit for infants and a lighthearted jab at domestic duties amid campaign fatigue. The snippet wryly questions washing a car on Sunday and cites a fact about synthetic yarn.
Fragmented OCR notes advertise a publisher and representative names with a postal notice. It references Long Beach California, a March 16 1888 entry, and a standard post office act notice with delivery by mail. The text mentions advertising offices and a national representative in a dated city notice format.
A reflective verse recalls a single night when two lovers promised to marry and remain forever true. Years pass yet the speaker feels the beloved still belongs, remaining faithful as both pledge ongoing fidelity and sincerity.
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