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Newspaper
Long Beach Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1956
Page
10
John P. Davis, a Long Beach business and civic leader, urges that successful men owe their city more than self-preservation. He argues for active support of Community Chest campaigns, stressing personal responsibility, service to others, and funding for local agencies to sustain the town’s prosperity.
State Senator Richard Richards, once rebuffed by Sam Yorty from public debate, now seeks a debate with U. S. Senator Thomas H. Kuchel. Kuchel counters by recalling Richards’s stance on not providing a forum for his opponent, letting Richards’ own reply stand.
The piece notes Estes Kefauver surfaces as a potential president amid criticism of Nixon. Kefauver’s long shot bid is seen by some as a distraction from Nixon’s popularity as vice president. Time magazine cites Kefauver’s monotonous campaigning while others doubt his suitability for the presidency. Nixon endures the bulk of the abuse as the best trained vice president in history.
A reader asks if the Sioux worship one God or multiple gods. The oldest Sioux priest explains belief in one Great Spirit Tanka with various intermediary spirits that are unitary aspects of Wakan Tanka. The Q&A also covers city populations and a 1957 World Trade Fair.
A METCALFE verse urges using spare time productively for community welfare. It contrasts idle moments with purposeful action and encourages serving family and neighbors to benefit the community financially and charitably.
Washington report notes Sen Albert Gore plans hearings into campaign finances with a vote on the Hatch Act limits. Both parties resist, predicting political fallout while Gore seeks transparency on contributions and expenditures of committees and candidates.
Fragmentary notes mix autumn scenes with political jabs. References to burning leaves, football coaches in effigy, voter turnout concerns, and humor about campaigns appear in a stream of generalizations. Mentions Charlie Wilson and Elvis Presley like figures.
A verse from E. A. Guest presents a narrator newly named aunt. She reflects on duties, patience, and harmony within a family, promising to support and spoil the children while remaining serene amid troubles. The poem frames aunthood as a cheerful, generous calling.
Newspaper snips recall a 10 year ago longshore strike halting 26 ships and cargo, plus 13 inch rainfall lowering temps. Twenty years back taxicab insurers linked with city officials, a water building expansion approved, and 80 years ago Ocean Blvd subway plan. Also a historic world series park opening with an AP wired scoreboard.
Community members urge inclusion of genuine signatures and physical addresses in submissions to public forums. The letter argues that identifiable contributions strengthen accountability, transparency, and legitimacy of civic dialogues. Signatories emphasize verifiable contact details to ensure traceability and constructive, documentable discourse within local governance.
A defense letter argues State Treasurer Charles G. Johnson has the best record of any state treasurer in the United States after auditing public funds for 40 years. Signed by Lester O Wisler of Oakland and Jack W Love of Plymouth, it praises Johnson for honesty, efficiency, and the high volume of funds managed through banks.
A public notice from Mrs. A. E. Skinner at 246 Junipero Ave urges drivers to slow down and stop at signs from Ocean to 4th St. The message cites frequent fast driving near residences and past accidents, asking authorities to help protect pedestrians and residents.
Vera Horner Gid Bong questions President Eisenhower's foreign policy and leadership, challenging her to name one outstanding achievement toward peace or understanding. The letter contends Korea war losses and U S prestige, noting he kept a campaign promise to bring troops home but sparking doubt about moral strength.
R Y Simmons complains of filthy streets between Almitos and Pine Avenue in Long Beach after returning from a three year absence. He urges the street cleaning department to walk through the streets and alleys to improve conditions for residents and visitors. Simmons has lived in Long Beach 18 years.
Article discusses US and Western policy amid Suez crisis and Soviet influence. It argues peace is abstract, nations test by atomic era, and US must clarify its stance on retreat under threat. Author A. Barskey critiques Western leadership and asks how peace should be defined.
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