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Newspaper
Long Beach Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1955
Page
12
Editorial laments the October 22-23 1955 traffic carnage in Long Beach and nearby areas. It cites sixteenth fatalities including seven in a single fiery Brea Canyon crash and urges renewed self discipline from drivers and pedestrians to reduce rising national death and injury figures from traffic accidents.
Henry Wallace reflects on political evolution in an interview saying he hopes Eisenhower runs again. Once a Republican, then a Democrat and Progressive, he now appears independent with Republican leanings. Truman notes Wallace has admitted missteps and grown more practical with time.
Joseph Alsop argues that Western policy behind Geneva talks is driven by vanity and adaptable rhetoric. He cites Dulles MacMillan and Viray meeting, with focus on cultural exchange, German reunification, and disarmament. He warns that the Soviet position and U.S. nuclear strategy complicate any easy disarmament path while Madison Avenue diplomacy may mislead.
Washington political analysis weighs whether President Eisenhower should resign on January 20 or seek a fourth year, considering health, party unity, and the risk of factional splits. Observers compare to Churchill and argue for joint legislative executive responsibility and prompt voter reflection.
Henry H. Shimarin of the National Association of Credit Men argues in a Monthly Business Review that tax collections are at an all time high and deficits remain, calling for balanced budgets and debt reduction before any tax cuts. He says sacrifice in tax payments would yield spiritual uplift and aid national finances.
A poem by B A Guest jokes about clumsy moments and social slips. It playfully notes mistaking a friend, misreading a person at table, and tripping or spilling as common mishaps that provoke a raised eyebrow or irritation from a partner.
John Malcolm Ferguson, 104, veteran of the Grand Army of the Republic and former Department Commander, died at Veterans Hospital West Los Angeles. Navy Day noted three submarines Sawfish Apogon Steelhead at Pier 19 for the visit, amid city projects and historic milestones in Long Beach.
A reader criticizes Anne Fickes for an anti Democratic stance and accuses supporters of indoctrination. The letter defends diverse opinion and warns about speeders near Cherry Avenue and Monlaco, urging stop signs and safer streets. Names MAXINDLYNN and DAVE MACPHERSON appear with addresses.
Hazel Smith comments on Miss Margaret's potential marriage to Mr Townsend arguing the age gap will hurt her chances and noting the Duke of Windsor's regretful marriage and loneliness.
PRESS-TELEGRAM reports two people died at the Moniaco and Gondar corner after vehicles slid across a lawn where a resident warned his home is repeatedly targeted by speeding cars. Neighbors on three corners fear for their children as juvenile drivers allegedly terrorize the area.
The speaker argues buyers should beware of fake or partly genuine goods and insists that fair pricing should guide all transactions. They reject deceit and insist conscience would revolt against cheating consumers or disguising truth for profit.
Readers asked about Social Security contribution rates and timing of increases. Employers and employees paid 2 percent 1955–1959. 1960–64 3 percent, 1965–69 3 9/20 percent, 1970–74 4 percent, 1975 and after 4 percent.
The document lists staff roles including publisher editor and executive editor. It also notes advertising representatives and multiple city offices such as New York Chicago Detroit Minneapolis St Paul Los Angeles San Francisco and the Ridder-Johns network with 308 Abe Building and 4 E 50th St as offices.
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