Why Not Let Los Angeles Voters Decide On Auditorium Plan
Editorial argues for a county wide vote on a $51 million plus Los Angeles downtown auditorium funded by taxes. It critiques proponents for avoiding public input while noting the Sports Arena project escalation and the need to test public confidence before committing tax dollars. The piece cites Supervisor Chace and CBS commentary, urging transparency and a ballot question.
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Los Angeles
Burton W. Chace
Los Angeles County
Chicago
San Francisco
Board of Supervisors
Long Beach
Chace
CBS Radio
Freeway Traffic Jams Prompt Call for Better Design
A reader urges engineers to improve freeway design to reduce traffic jams caused by accidents. Sunday four-car crashes on the San Bernardino Freeway and Monday’s two accidents near Terminal Island clogged lanes, raising questions about escape routes and traffic flow on Hollywood Freeway and other routes.
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Terminal Isand
San Bernardino
Hollywood
Adlai's Task: To Smash Great Romance In Campaign
Chicago observers say the campaign is more a romance between President Eisenhower and the people, with the president drawing broad support. Adlai Stevenson pursues a closing blitz in New York Illinois and California, aiming to counter optimism about the administration and highlight foreign policy concerns. Stevenson emphasizes truth and effort against a perceived dangerous future, while California workers protest Lockheed’s government contracts. The White House photographer praises a Cincinnati speech as a high point, and Democratic candidates appear stronger in state races.
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Chicago
Hisenhower Oe
California
Nixon
Adlai Stevenson
New York
Ilinois
Woodrow Wilson
Northwest
Minneapolis
St. Paul
Los Angeles
Lockheed Aircraft
Lockheed Columbine
Stevenson
Lockheed
Republican National Committee
Cincinnati
White House
Notable Quotations From Rousseau on Scripture Admiration
A compact note cites Rousseau praising the majesty and purity of the Scriptures. It reflects on how belief in writings shapes belief in words and faith.
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John
Rousseau
Adlai’s stance on H bomb splits over time in 1956
A critical view traces Adlai Stevenson’s changing positions on halting H bomb tests from 1952 to 1956. The piece contrasts Stevenson’s cautious early call for international inspection with later proposals to stop tests unilaterally or with Soviet backing. It notes Soviet letters praising talks and questions the risk to U.S. safety if Stevenson wins.
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Soviet Union
United Nations
Kremlin
Adlai Stevenson
America
Soviet Russia
Shepilov
Stevenson
Marszal Bulganin
Eisenhower
United States
Public Forum Letters Rule Cited For Community Pages
Readers are reminded that letters must stay under 250 words and include genuine signatures and addresses. Editors may trim for taste or space to maintain publication quality.
Doles to Other Nations Irk PRESS-TELEGRAM
A letter to the PRESS-TELEGRAM criticizes American aid and calls for action to recover funds from a 130 million dollar U S loan to Argentina taken by Juan Peron. The writer urges U N auditors and stricter oversight, arguing the public bears the burden of foreign aid waste.
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FBI
U. S
Argentina
Juan Peron
U. N
Eagentina
Stillman
Barton Vor Lemon
Watchers on Job Twateh Letter vs City Trees
Doris Hendler from 2209 Eucalyptus Ave writes that six men are needed to watch two men cutting branches from city owned trees, arguing high taxes fund such labor. She questions the efficiency of elect workers for a two man job.
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Doris Hendler
Eucalyptus Ave
Parking Complaint Drives Corporate Ride Pool Incentive
In an era of smog concerns, some corporations promote carpooling by designating better parking for ride pools of four or more. The strategy aims to cut emissions while encouraging employees to share rides.
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Hhkess-Telegram
Coopera
Ardwaite by Metcalfe YOUNGER THAN EVER
A heartfelt birthday poem from Metcalfe to Ardwaite. The speaker muses on age and vanity while praising youth, noting children have grown taller yet love remains steadfast. The message closes with blessings and gratitude on the birthday.
Senator Soaper Probes Iowa Pronunciation Origins
A survey notes East coast silence on national politics and awkward questions about Iowa pronunciation versus Ohio or Idaho. The piece mentions Hematt Riddleberger being named assistant secretary of state and hints at a humor column about a meat loaf menu and a DIY coloring leaf request.
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East
Iowa
Ohio
Idaho
Hematt
Riddleberger
Just Folks by E A Guest reminiscence on parental guidance
A homeward verse praising parents for shaping a son with courtesy, kindness, and fairness. It recalls how elders taught right from wrong, lit the home with grace, and hoped their son would carry those memories and values into adulthood. The poem envisions future respect from friends for the father and mother’s steady example.
Lakewood Mayfair Annexation Vote in Long Beach 30–2
Residents in the Lakewood Mayfair area approved annexation to County Sanitation District 3 by a 30 to 2 margin with 329 voting yes and 10 voting no. Also notes Long Beach’s postwar fleet base and past harbor events.
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Lakewood-Mayfair
County Sanitation
John H. Towers
Fifth Fleet
Long Beach
Eisenhower Nixon Set for Landslide Victory in California
R. E. Daniels notes a predicted landslide for Dwight D. Eisenhower and Richard Nixon, citing Democratic stances against experiments on the "H" tomb and a draft halt, plus Republican attacks on Nixon by carpetbaggers. The piece reflects 1956 campaign sentiment.
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Eisenhower
Nixon
California
Hungry Duck Speed Fact From Long Beach Press Telegram
Information Bureau answers questions on animal speed and bootlegged cars. A duck covered 70 feet in 9 seconds though Indian Runner ducks tend to sprint with head held high. A bootlegged car is sold by a franchised dealer for resale at retail often without service guarantees.
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Rathin Fendeyvasan
Long Beach
Information Bureau
Eye St
N. W
Washington
Press Telegram National Advertising Representatives
Current files of The Press Telegram are maintained at offices in New York Chicago Detroit Minneapolis St. Paul Los Angeles San Francisco and San Jose. Comic Advertising Representatives Metropolitan Group Inc handles national advertising.
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