Editorial Hastening Flood Control
In this period of dry weather it is easy to overlook flood risk yet storms can bring disasters north of Long Beach. Los Angeles County voters approved a 180 million bond to fund a five year flood control program. Supervisor Herbert C. Legg highlighted a 1.1 billion total cost with about 400 million federal, 700 million local spending. He urged accelerating federal participation from 40 to 10 years to speed main channels and dams, praising local sacrifice of 10 million in bonds as proof of civic resolve.
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Long Beach
Los Angeles County
Herbert C. Legg
Legg
Germ warfare charges backfire on Soviet propaganda says Mayo
The U N political committee heard affidavits from American airmen tortured by Russian trained captors, challenging Soviet denials. Dr Charles Mayo presented the testimony as evidence against phony germ warfare claims and Soviet diplomacy.
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U. S
U. N
Charles Mayo
Russia
Jacob Malik
Korea
Foreign Aid Cuts and U S Economy in 1953 Outlook
Marquis Childs reviews how foreign aid spending props up American industry and exports. The piece cites Commerce data showing exports down 12 percent year to August, offset by military aid purchases, keeping total exports up 3 percent from a year earlier. It notes potential tariff pressure and quotes Edwin G. Nourse on possible $15 billion in reductions by 1955, with a cautious path to a mild recession and govt spending sustaining the economy.
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Washington
Congress
Jook
Department of Commerce
Commerce Department
United States
Europe
Asia
Memphis
Edwin G. Nourse
Council of Economic Advisers
Eisenhower
Nourse
Federal Reserve Board
Eisenhower faces waning support from snipers and voters
A Gallup poll shows President Eisenhower’s popularity slipping from 75% to 65% amid criticism of his record. The piece argues public relations, leadership choices, and perceived inaction or missteps fuel discontent, urging a proactive counteroffensive to avoid political stalling and further declines.
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Washington
Eisenhower
Gallup
Truman
White House
Senator's Joke Sparks Typo Tale Across Time
A quirky column notes a mistaken phrase about stamped excuses and a detective on the police force. It recalls a 25 year old canned tomato juice market milestone and an age before movable type. It links drought humor from 1934 to British Guiana’s broad political shifts.
Just Folks by E A Guest Encourages Courage in Battle
A compact verse urges those who run from danger to stand firm and fight. It argues that turning away forfeits a possible victory and that true bravery is shown in the moment of decision to stay and endure. The poem stresses perseverance over easy retreat.
Long Beach Council Delays Alamitos Bay Grant Decision
Ten years ago the Long Beach city council pushed a Nov 9 vote on allocating 75 006 from the special projects fund to the Alamitos Bay improvement project. Douglas Aircraft planned 24 hour week scheduling. Ten years earlier the bar association backed a bond for a new public library and repairs. Jefferson Junior High held a welcome day for new students. Thirty years ago the Pawnee, a 3000 ton steamer, faced distress after a hurricane near the Mexican coast. Emmanuel Presbyterian Church officials weighed buying a church site at Termino Ave and Sixth St.
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Douglas Aircraft Plant
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BAR Association
Jefferson Junior High
Pawnee
Emmanuel Presbyterian Church
Termino Ave
Sixth St
Public Forum Letters with Signatures and Addresses
Public forum entries require bona fide signatures and addresses and are limited to 250 words. Editors may edit letters for taste or space to speed publication.
Noise and Dust Complaints From Oil Lease At Termina And Ransom
A letter from Fred Goal and E Curtis Clark urges residents to oppose oil exploration near the shoreline due to noise dust and property value loss. They cite ongoing federal suits delaying oil revenue use and warn against a $40 000 special election while suits remain unsettled. They advocate waiting for court outcomes and later elections for suitable propositions.
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Termina
Ransom
Brummett
East
Wilton St
E. Curtis Clark
Pres. Taxpayers Council
Walnut Ave
Sprinkler Plan Draws Local Backing for Dust Control
A Pine Avenue shop employee urges city action to flush downtown streets with night sprinkling to remove dangerous dust. The writer notes white enamel interiors require constant cleaning and urges residents to vote for council supporters of the plan.
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Galbraith
Pine Ave
MM. E. Logan
Linden Ave
Tideland Cash Release Opposed by Press-Telegram
A long standing stance opposes using tidelands revenue without citizen approval. The piece recalls 1946 campaigns against Palm Beach Park annexation to the Harbor District and supports competitive bidding for oil development, asserting the city council should face restrictions on discretionary use.
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Tideland
Palm Beach Park
Harbor
Richfield
Questions Answers Cuckoo Clock and Luck Charm
Readers inquire about cuckoo clocks, pet travel health papers, cat vaccines, diamond facets, and bow hunting. The column notes the cuckoo tale from Black Forest lore as a good luck symbol, advises health certificates for dogs when traveling across states, and lists state allowances for bow hunting along with common game targets.
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Black Forest
Germany
Benson’s Honest Stance on Farm Aid Sparks Debate
An editorial defends Secretary Benson, praising his candor about farm problems and criticizing rivals who demand promises they cannot keep. It notes current 90 percent parity subsidies and argues Benson is not overpromising but acting within wartime price support flexibilities and Truman’s guidance. The piece defends honesty over political expediency.
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Benson
Washington
Congress
Presi
Dent Truman
Mr. Truman
Yorba Time Card by Metcalfe
A verse critiques the time card as a weak control on money since it records hours only. It notes workers’ daily presence and breaks but not the actual production or progress achieved. The piece contrasts nonproduction factors with true output and questions managerial reliance on timekeeping.
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