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Newspaper
Long Beach Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1956
Page
8
The editorial argues Prop 5 to repeal the food service requirement in public liquor premises, aiming to keep minors out of bars and improve sanitary standards. It cites the Weinberger Committee findings, Governor Knight’s recommendation, and legislative support, urging voter approval on Nov 6.
General approval greets Gov. Goodwin Knight's selection of A Ronald Button to succeed Charles G Johnson as state treasurer. Button is a prominent attorney and developer with strong business and political ties, long backed Earl Warren, and recently served as Republican National Committeeman from California. The choice adds Southern California balance. Button and Assemblyman Glenn Coolidge, once Long Beach residents, both grew up in the area.
A collage of quips about taxes TV advertising and politics. References include Senator Soaper, the I R S, Benson tours, and remarks on politicians miscasting messages amid football season and a World Series note. Also mentions a Southwest conference, a housewife’s wage claim, and party honesty promises.
Poem advises conquering a rival not by tricks but by patting him on the back and making him feel important. If he cannot live up to his claimed fame, he will admit failure and blame, leading to your eventual victory. In the end drops resentment and offers friendship.
The piece argues Stevenson’s call to ban H bombs aids Soviet propaganda. It contends that U.S. testing is essential for deterrence and defense, and that delaying or halting tests could jeopardize security. It notes Moscow’s aims to ban superbombs and warns against voting for Stevenson due to naivety on the issue.
Public forum letters are limited to 250 words and require genuine signatures with addresses. Editors may edit for taste or space to fit.
A press clipping notes the Eisenhower administration’s weekly purchase program to bolster farm prices. It details 1.7 million dozen eggs, 6.6 million pounds of hamburger, and 7 million pounds of turkey bought in the second week, with 50 million pounds of hamburger planned. Purchases go to schools and non profits, yet critics say the move shifts food away from markets and does little to curb surpluses.
Virginia Kelly notes Americans tire of lengthy political speeches and endless campaign talk. She cites British readers and press warnings that campaigns linger beyond public interest. The piece argues few votes come from speeches while repetition erodes trust, citing Stevenson as an example of losing votes through constant talking.
A poetic piece recounts Columbus and his crew seeking land and riches while the speaker reflects on being born to tell the tale. The narrator suggests the explorer’s errors or risks, noting the voyage’s foamy crossing and the unexpected personal connection to the historical journey.
A Long Beach project report notes Bluff Park on E Ocean Blvd almost finished after being returned by the Army. Shrubbery plans aim to hide two gun mounts under an agreement with the Federal Government.
The letter-style piece argues Mr. Serrata and Mr. Stevenson belong to Stevenson's cadre of "little men." It recounts Illinois politics, vetoes, and alleged scandals, noting Nixon's role in pursuing Alger Hiss and criticizing Trumans Democratic era while tying Serrata to current whispers against Nixon. WINSLOW S609 Cerritos Ave.
Full paragraph argues that Dewey has strong reasons to oppose the Democrats, noting his history of defeats and framing the press as drivel. The piece presents a hostile editorial stance with emphasis on Dewey's political battles.
The article quotes press dispatches noting Stevenson and Kefauver tailoring messages to different voter groups including farmers pensioners and minorities. It critiques promises and portrays Republican contrasts with foreign policy figures Alger Hiss and Acheson. Doris L. Cole cites the piece from 555 Rhea St.
The Q and A style piece notes truck rental has become a $275 million nationwide business with about 1,500 full service lease firms and 116,000 trucks. It includes a Tasmanian devil description and costs for rotten plessing machines, highlighting varied equipment pricing and single operator efficiency.
Fragmentary OCR text lists press staff and office addresses for The Press Telegram. Mentions Harold M Hines Samuel C G Caneror Bus Manager Larry Cottinger HM F Burmester Malcolm Epley Miles E Sin Managing Editor Washington News Bureau with offices in New York San Francisco and other locations.
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