Chaplin Spoofing the United States in New Film
Editorial questions Charlie Chaplin’s planned spoof about a little man with a small moustache who goes to America. It probes potential honesty on Chaplin’s life from England to the United States, income, citizenship, relations with the Communist world, and immigration, ending by asking who he is spoofing.
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Charlie Chaplin
United States
London
America
England
Charlie Chaplain
U. S
Daily Worker
Paris
Geneva
Charlie
Immigration Service
Veterans Bond Act Deserves Approval Prop. 1 on the Nov. 2 state ballot
The proposed $175 million Veterans Bond Act would be used by the Department of Veteran Affairs to aid California veterans in buying farms and homes. The plan has been self-supporting since 1921, with loans capped at $8,500 for homes and $15,000 for farms, insured and never taxpayer funded. It seeks voter approval for an additional authorization after previous funds were exhausted.
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California
Department of Veteran Affairs
Wilson remark boosts Michigan Democrats in race
Marquis Childs reports Detroit reaction to Secretary of Defense Wilson’s dog reference amid unemployment debates. Democrats see an opening as Michigan faces near 300000 unemployed, with 20000 losing benefits soon. Williams and McNamara seize on the controversy to paint Republicans as pro big business and promote state relief efforts.
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Detroit
Charles
Wilson
Michigan
Cleveland
C. Mennen
Soapy) Williams
Patrick V. McNamara
Ferguson
Eisenhower
McMamara
Gov. Williams
Soaper Says on Highway Passions and Campaign Tactics
Sen Soaper Says bill Vaughan notes speed on the highway is terrible yet passing may yield the last motel vacancy. He warns heat can trigger violence and lists candidates including Ferguson and McNamara. Ferguson trails in Michigan polls amid national highway and school construction debates.
Molotov Surprised by London Conference Pace and Likely Path
Walter Lippmann argues that Molotov is as surprised as others by London’s quick, near‑done agreements and is avoiding four‑power talks. He suggests Moscow aims to keep the two Germanies, quiet Eastern Germany, and resist German rearmament while seeking a future direct Soviet‑German settlement amid an unsure hydrogen bomb risk.
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MR. Molotov
London
Germany
Moscow
Frei Withestesene
Tme
Tie
East Germany
Eepfmann
Molotov
Soviet Union
Dr. Adenauer
Czeechoslovaki
Fustre
Adenauer
Voters wary of giving big majorities to one party
Bruce Biossat notes postwar democracies show voters reluctant to grant large legislative majorities. In 1952 Eisenhower won the presidency by 6.5 million votes, yet Congress split narrowly. Republicans seek strong control, but many voters favor Democrats for Senate and House, while aiming to keep the White House. The trend suggests cautious, balanced government.
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United States
Eisenhower
House
Binbsat
Senate
GOP
Samuel Lubell
Soundings
Congress
White House
Just Folks by E A Guest
A short reflective poem about contentment and simple living. The speaker claims to have enough to wear and eat, space to spare for others, many books unread yet useful, and a desire for home filled with children's laughter rather than displays of pride. The verse emphasizes giving, humility, and domestic happiness.
Long Beach Past Snapshots From City Prosecution To Rainfall
Ten years ago the city prosecutor cracked down on swingshift dances at Masonic Temple. Poly High cross country beat Mark Keppel for a second straight win. Ten years ago business owners faced a $10 license fee. Over four inches of rain fell in a two day storm. Thirty years ago Poly High students intervened in Long Beach Blvd improvements to save eucalyptus trees along Chateau Thierry district.
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Masonic Temple
Poly High
Mark Keppel
Porton
Poly. High
Long Beach Blvd
Chateau Thierry
Thoughts On Righteous Life And Mutual Aid
A reflective excerpt contrasts true living with self centered existence. It cites the biblical verse about the children of God and the devil and adds a moral note that life without helping others is not life. An added Meander line emphasizes communal care and shared effort.
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John
Public Forum Letters Policy Not to Exceed Fifty Words
Public letters must be under fifty words and may omit signatures and addresses. Content may be edited for taste or space. The policy guides readers and editors in how to submit brief community letters without personal identifiers.
Opposes State Proposition 12 in voters' guide letter
PRESS TELEGRAM prints Elizabeth McQuiston of 4666 Goldfield Ave opposing Prop 12 on the November ballot. The letter argues felons should not regain voting or office rights, claiming forgiveness is insufficient and goofness aside, they threaten state security.
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Elizabeth McQuiston
Goldfield Ave
Both Parties Duped or Duped
F E Callaghan of Santa Ana laments U S political ritually duped voters and warns that Eisenhower era missteps fuel Red peril. He argues Democrats face defeat and voters flee due to appeasement of communism, urging candidates who denounce socialism and Moscow influence.
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David Lawrence
Press-Telegram
McCarthy
Gen. Zwicker
Mc-Carthy
Eisenhower
United States
Moscow
F. E. Callaghan
Birth St
Santa Ana
Press Telegram Prepares Executive Editorial Team
The Press Telegram lists its management and advertising reps with H. F. Burmester as Executive Editor and Malcolm Eple from Washington Bureau.offices in New York Detroit St. Paul Los Angeles San Francisco and Minneapolis are noted for advertising representation and current site maintenance.
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National Advertising Representatives
Ridderdohns, Inc
New York
E. Bol St
Ghizaga Wrigley
Detroit
Penobscot Lidg
Minneapolis
Feshay
St. Paul
Los Angeles
Wilshire Bivd
San Francisco
Sutter Ste
Prase-Telegram
Comlc Advertialig
Metropolitan Group
Iris. Ae Eo
What’s wrong with a dog in politics
A letter by E. J. Leslie of 909 Temple Ave defends dogs as loyal, unprovoking friends who do not bite, pay taxes, read papers, or understand radios, suggesting politicians fear direct dog comparisons during elections and that dogs would vote if they could.
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Wilson
Wasps Beneficial to Humans Despite Nests Near Homes
The passage argues that wasps do more good than harm by destroying many pests such as aphids flies and caterpillars. They should not be interfered with unless nests near homes become a nuisance. A Civil War question and answer notes the cutter Harriet Lane and its role near Charleston harbor in 1861.
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Harriet Lane
Nashville
Charleston Harbor
Fort Sumter
Galveston
Portraits of Motives and Willing Deeds
The verse argues that true kindness must come from the heart and be done gladly with a smile. It warns that reluctant favors reveal insincerity, eroding affection and sacrifice. It urges readers to act willingly toward both small and great loves or refrain entirely.
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Soaper
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Ner
Williams
Nancy
McNamara
Ney
WALTER _LIPPMANN
Bruce Biossat
E.A. Guest
Long Beach
Gelf
Elegram
Rervemen
ESOP
H. F. Burmester
Malcolm Eple
Washington News Bureau
Albes Bi
George Clark
Ett Feil
E. J. Leslie
Temple Ave
Wenden
Py-Metcalfe
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