Martin outlines Republican drive to cut spending and cut inflation
Joseph Martin, Massachusetts congressman and Speaker, told a Long Beach audience that Republicans aim to finish the 1946 mandate by winning the White House and Congress in 1948. He argued for reduced expenditures and taxes to curb inflation, lower living costs, pay off the national debt, and expand production and employment.
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Joseph W. Martin JR
Congress
Massachusetts
National
House of Representatives
Long Beach
Washington
United States
White House
Republican Party
Joe Martin
Republican Congress
Martin
Debris Clutters Long Beach Streets and Sidewalks
City officials face complaints about debris piling on curbs and dirty downtown walks. Councilman Ramsey cites all night street parking as hindering sweepers, urging action despite garage shortages. End users may have to enforce cleaner sidewalks and curb areas.
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Joseph R. Ramsey
Long Beach
France and Britain Face Four Day Week Crisis in Europe
John F. Wiley argues that Europe cannot rebuild on aid alone. France and Britain must return to a 44 hour work week to restore production and justify Marshall Plan funds. He warns socialist governments use workers as pawns and calls for real work programs before further aid.
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France
Europe
U.S
Prin
Cipal
Britain
Western Europe
Voite
U. S
Tryin
Uncle Sam
John F
Wile Co
Rongerik Symbol of Neglect for Bikini Natives
The Bikini Atoll natives, living in isolation since prehistoric times, faced renewed hardship as war and later American policies disrupt their life. After surviving storms and famine with adaptability, they were displaced as U S Navy orders relocate the 160 residents to Rongerik amid ongoing conflict impacts.
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Bikini
Japan
Marshall Islands
Gilberts
Marianas
Solomons
Pacific
Ionedy
United States Navy
Iisland
Rengerik
Bikini natives suffer after atomic tests at Rongerlk
A Detroit News writer notes the plight of 160 Bikini Atoll natives displaced to Rongerik by atomic bomb tests. He argues vast funds were spent on the bomb but little on their welfare, contrasting proud wartime names with the humanitarian stain of Rongerlk.
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Bikini
Sam
Rongerik
Guadalcanal
Tarawa
Saipan
Iwo Jina
Okinawa
Rongerlk
Suppose We Came From God And Are Free to Learn
A short verse arguing humans carry God's mark yet retain liberty to grow. It reflects on strength given for every life test, the unknown duration of trials, and the faith that God trusts people to choose rightly when good or ill arises.
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Earth
Long Beach Officials Push Public Beach Acquisition and Harbor Growth
Ten years ago today a Chamber breakfast heard Gladys O'Donnell warn that enemy air forces would target America’s weak points in war. Mayor Eaton and Supervisor Lege backed public acquisition of Central Beach. A harbor growth forecast shows 15 ships visiting Long Beach-Los Angeles port this month. The City Council Defense planned Christmas gifts for service members. Mrs. C. H. Spence was named Long Beach chairman of the Women’s Liberty Loan Committee.
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America
Gladys O’donnell
Chamber of Commerce Breakfast Club
Robinson Hotel
Thomas M. Eaton
Herbert C. Lege
Central Beach
Long Beach
Los Angeles Harbor
Army
Press-Telegram
James V. Forrestal
Defense
Secretary of Defense
Army i Navy
Los Alamitos Field
Los Ala
Aunt Het-2 Blames Pa for Eavesdropping on Clothes Talk
Aunt Het-2 notes that Pa should not be blamed for listening when women discuss clothes. She says men protect themselves by choosing not to listen to such conversations. The tone reflects a humorous domestic aside about gender roles and speech.
Poor Pa Wonders About Betty’s Prospective Husband
In a rural plea, a concerned father questions his wife Ma about how to pick a suitable husband for their daughter Betty. He laments her uncertainty and seeks guidance, reflecting family dynamics and social expectations of matchup selection.
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Betty
Bolshevists Poised To Exploit Hunger In Europe And Asia
The article argues that Soviet dominance in food resources across Eurasia and its backing of communist movements threaten democracies. It warns of revolts in Italy, Austria, Germany, and France, possible uprisings in Korea and China, and increased spy activity in the Western Hemisphere. It notes U S security measures and Chilean mobilization amid Cold War tensions.
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Russia
Europe
West
Italy
Austria
Germany
France
Britain
Moscow
Asia
China
Korea
Long Hes
Manchuria
Soviet Union
America
U. S. State Department
Gabriel Gonzales Videla
Chile
United Nations
Vishinsky
Peace’ Organization
Matrimony Tip From Wealthy Man In The Journal
A wealthy man aged sixty wonders if he should tell a prospective bride he is fifty. His friend counsels honesty might hurt him more than aging truth, suggesting he instead claim to be seventy five.
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Wall Street Journal
I Want No More Portraits by Metcalfe
A reflective verse fragment voices a poet’s aim to avoid excess riches while preserving dignity. The speaker prioritizes self-respect, honest daily conduct, and personal growth over wealth, seeking enough money to stay afloat and maintain pride.
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Metcalfe
Music in My Heart charms the Adelphi crowd
Milky praise from a Bronx columnist shows the audience embraced Music in My Heart at Adelphi Theater while critics panned it. He notes superb Tschaikowsky-inspired music, strong performances, slick staging, and big early crowds despite negative reviews. He questions critic taste vs public appetite for light operetta.
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Pschaikowsky
Paramount
Hassard
Hammerstein
Aix
Joe Schenck
Twentieth Century-Fox
Joe
Prince Littler
London
Lee
J. J. Do
New York
Piccadilly
Eleanor
Philadelphia
Milby Ropep
Forum Letters On Food Famine And War Time Rationing
A reader letters column discusses wartime food controls, European distillery production, and calls for halting liquor manufacturing to feed the hungry before considering U.S. rationing. Editor notes limit length and allow edits.
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Tri
Jon
America
Truman
United States of America
Bernhard Cannard
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