Schools Deserve High Priority for Critical Material Allocation
Editorial argues that U S schools face steel copper and aluminum shortages amid postwar enrollment growth. It cites 250000 needed new rooms nationwide and 18000 obsolete rooms to replace, urging NPA civilian allocations be prioritized as a national defense investment. Local Long Beach district projects loom.
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Long Beach
California
Federal
United States
House Committee
Menlo Park
Calif
Bailey
DW. Va
NPA
Center of Gravity Arrives On Illinois Farm
The U S population center has moved west to Illinois eight miles north northwest of Olney on Carol Dayton Snider s 160 acre farm. Snider the dependable laconic farmer says he isn t overly worked up about being the national center of gravity and notes time means dollars with beans waiting to be cared for.
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Baltimore
United States
Ilinois
Indiana
Carol Dayton Snider
Olney
Bureau of Census
Snider
New York Herald
Taft Tilt Seeks Party Nomination in 1948 Process
Sen Robert A Taft argues the Republican nominating race forms the quadrennial process to choose a president. He frames five contests within and before the general election and urges Republican voters to back him as the party nominee, citing about 21,970,065 GOP voters and roughly 4200 delegates.
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Robert A. Taft
Ohio
Sen. Taft
Sen. Fatt
Eisenhower or Taft likely to lead GOP bid in 1952 contest
Senate columnist H. Wade analyzes the looming Republican presidential race noting that Dwight D. Eisenhower and Robert Taft are the only major declared contenders. He argues a clear statement of principles from Eisenhower is vital to win delegates and that the nomination must align with broad voter support to succeed in the general election.
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Hisenhower
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Truman
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Hower
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Douglas
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Pleiisenhower
Siominsting Eisenhower
Truman Says He Does Not Want Job But May Return
Washington reports debate over President Truman's political future as speculation swirls about a potential 1952 run. A long friend quotes his surprise at press claims, while insiders say he will decide after major year-end messages. Age, fatigue, and VIP duties shape the looming vacation at Key West and possible retirement.
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Truman
Bob Taft
San
Sen. Taft
Wallace Graham
Congress
White House
Elizabeth
Duke of Edinburgh
Blair House
Key West
Fla
Graham
Begorra
Press-Telegram
Belind
Ireland
Norae
Geiger
Gaviota Ave
U.S. Faces Iran Oil Shortage Myth and Market Shifts
Washington reports argue the United States has effectively offset Iranian oil losses by expanding domestic production. The piece notes stockpiles, refinery capacity, and government actions to meet European needs, while lawmakers question subsidies and the costs to American consumers amid evolving global shortages.
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United States
Patroleum Indus
Lieve
Mediterranean
Indian Ocean
Middle East
U. S
Europe
Petroleum Administration
Louisiana Conservation Commission
Texas Railroad Commission
Texas Commission
U. S. State Department
Venezuela
Just Folks by E A Guest Delayed Dinner Choice
A speaker notes a failing date at dinner due to a thin wallet. Taxes loom and a dollar fifty six cents buys little. The companion orders an expensive steak while cheaper kidneys pie is offered, leaving the narrator with ten dollars wasted on the costly choice.
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Dine
Long Beach plans modern street fighting system on PCH
Long Beach officials authorize purchase of five new police sedans and approve construction costs for a new fire station at 1838 Wardlow Rd totaling 150000 and 42000 respectively. Twenty years ago H J Tremain planned Lafayette Hotel purchase for about 250000.
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Pacific Coast Hwy
Wardlow Rd
H. J. Tremain
Pioneer
West
Lafayette
Xeruiea
Poly High Annual
National ‘Scholastic Press, Association
Fragmentary ancient remark on obedience and greatness
Obscure text presents a misread biblical verse about a linen-clad man with a horn claiming obedience to a command. The fragment hints at obedience bringing greatness while disobedience leads to punishment, but the source is garbled and lacks clear context or attribution.
Public Forum Letters From Press Telegram Readers
A collection of letters regarding public issues and editorials. Contributors discuss ostracism and loyalty questions tied to Hollywood hearings, Irish-American pride, Confucius anniversary, and public seating along Pine Avenue with views on civic manners and urban improvement. Aimed at local readership and policy.
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Press-telegram
St. Patersburg
Fla
Pine Ave
Eugene Creed
W. Tifth St
Un General Assembly brings new by products to light
Un officials note two by products from General Assembly meetings. First, smaller nations gain democratic procedure and equal one country one vote. Second, world public opinion often drives peaceful settlements. The Assembly comprises one representative per signatory nation, about sixty members.
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General Assembly
U.N
General Assembly of the
Horseshoe in My Cup Keeps Faith Amid Trials
A reflective verse speaks of luck through faith and perseverance. The speaker notes blessings from God while facing tears, fears, and disappointments, trusting daily effort and courage will weather storms. The recurring image is a horseshoe in the cup as a sign of enduring fortune.
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House un-American Activities Committee
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