Editorial: Reds Sparring for Time
The editorial warns that despite veterans returning, the Korea issue is unsettled. It notes Reds moving aircraft into North Korea after a deadline, cites a defected pilot confirming continued jet deliveries, and questions Red good faith. It cautions that UN debate delays could postpone peace talks and urges awareness of possible renewed hostilities or manipulated conferences.
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Korea
North Korea
Russia
U. N. Assembly
Syngman Rhee
Reds
Home Week Tribute to Lakewood’s Vast Housing Drive
A Southern California community celebrates National Home Week, praising the rapid postwar homebuilding boom in Lakewood and nearby tracts. The piece lauds workmen’s double time construction and thousands of families gaining first-time home ownership, calling the family the core of society and a pillar of national strength.
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Southern
California
Cloak and Dagger Booms in Cold War Era Speculation
Marquis Childs surveys a razor edge world of espionage and secrecy. Reports on Beria’s possible survival and a vanished MacLean family highlight British laxity and American fears. Airs of intrigue ripple through intelligence services as Britain plans atomic tests and NATO strategies depend on opaque weapon inventories.
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Washington
Laurenti Geria
Beria
Soviet Russia
Mexico
Smilos
United States
Central Intelligence Agency
Senate
Moscow
Kremlin
Stalin
West
Melinda MacLean
Donald MacLean
Guy Burgess
MacLean
British
Foreign Office
Burgess
Gland
France
Gruno Fontecorvo
Russia
Congress
Atlantic
Woomera Range
Australia
Atomic Energy Commission
Britain
Western
Europe
North Atlantic Treaty Organization
White House
Wae- Lean
American Intelligence
Senator Vaughan on Russia’s bomb and weather link
The article quotes Senator Vaughan claiming the secret ingredients of Russia’s hydrogen bomb remain unknown but notes scientists suspect connections to weather patterns. It also jumbles multiple items from history, fashion, and politics, including a New York cafeteria start in 1853 and a delayed trial for former Deputy Premier Beris, amid eclectic musings.
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Russia
Beris
Eisenhower Boston Speech Draws Critics Across Line
A Boston address by President Eisenhower is seen as an ineffective political speech though praised for sincerity. Analysts note its overambitious aims, hinting at GOP tactic shifts and a claim to reject fixed dogmas while stressing change. The piece questions impact on votes and party zeal.
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Washington
Woodrow Wilson
Hisenhower
Boston
Dwight Eisenhower
Lawrence
Eisenhower
Republican Party
Congress
Press criticism of party loyalty and presidential rhetoric
A critic questions the presidents speech on loyalty and party labels, arguing the definitions are vague and hard to grasp. The piece notes radio appeal but suggests voters may misinterpret the meaning, calling for clearer messaging or a ghost writer to improve political practicality.
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Republican Party
America
Franklin Roosevelt
White House
Public Forum Letter Seeks Honest Debate with Local Officials
A public forum invites residents to share concerns with local officials. Citizens may present born fide issues and addresses, contributing to a constructive dialogue. The event aims to foster transparency while allowing edits for clarity and taste to maintain civility and space.
AF at Municipal Port Must Stay, Citizen Urges
Floyd F Damman of Long Beach argues that Air Force presence at Long Beach Municipal Airport is essential for safety and community security. He warns that pressuring the Air Force to leave could jeopardize aviation in the area and lead to broader airport closures.
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Long Beach
Air Fores
Air Force
Elvil
Destructive Stray Dog Protest at DRAS Meeting
Letter to the Press Telegram from MAS. S. Auld of 1028 W Ocean St Torrance questions stray dogs in neighborhoods. She cites two dogs at the shelter, urges enforcement for leashed pets, and questions rabies shots and licenses.
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Press-Telegram
Mas. S. Auld
Ocean St
Torrance
French Move Against Red Tape May Affect Andorra Ties
French efforts to ease bureaucracy include Premier Laniel approving about 50 decrees to simplify life for citizens and visitors, while President Auriol cut recognition of Andorra’s president and vice president. Relations with Andorra sour over a radio station dispute and new entry fees hurting tourism. Andorra, a small Pyrenees state of about 5000 people, pays a 960 franc yearly tribute to France.
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Rome
Vincent Auriol
Principality of
Andorra
Joseph Laniel
France
Principality
Pyrenees
What Others Are Saying on World Affairs and Local Issues
Collage of quotes covers traffic violations in Pacoima and remarks by Sen James H Pull on Soviet and French politics. Labor Secretary Martin Durkin defends Eisenhower administration labor record amid international critique. French decrees liberalize bureaucratic checks, allowing local prefects to act after two months on Paris decisions.
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Stickle
Pacoima
Calif
James H. Pull
R.-Pa
Secretary of Labor
Martin Durkin
Eisenower Administration
Labor
Peselas
Urgel
Paris
Thoughtful Words and Misled Servants Cited by Aaron Hill
A fragmentary reflection attributed to Aaron Hill discusses deception of a master by a servant, a vow to saddle an ass and travel to the king, and the fleeting nature of happiness as fairy-like pleasures vanish upon contact. The text blends biblical echoes with personal lament and social observation.
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Aaron Hill
How are you best answer from Just Folks by Guest
The poem advises replying very well when asked about health and glossing over pains Others show concern but friends lack time to hear. It notes everyone bears aches and only doctors seem to care about them.
Long Beach Transit Schedules Persist Amid Strike
A decade ago Pacific Electric Railway continued Long Beach and harbor schedules along its 1100 miles of routes despite a local strike. Ten years earlier the Nanuk, a three-masted fur trading schooner, docked at Long Beach Craig Ship yards with crew recounting the frozen North. Thirty years prior a theater building contract worth 35000 dollars was awarded to Morris & Morgan near Anaheim Street and Gaviota Avenue, as the mayor granted annexed districts authority over zoning.
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Pacific Electric Railway
Long Beach
Harbor
Nanuk
Long Beach Craig
Siberia
Alaskan
Anaheim St
Gaviota Ave
Morris & Morgan
Reader letter praises paper and poetry appreciation
A reader from Artesia commends the paper, praising the editorial poems by Guest and Metcalfe, Malcolm Epsay Beach combing piece, and a September 14 column. He mentions writing a daily poem inspired by a Bible verse after reading a chapter, signing Herm an Arixema at 1432 Gridley Road.
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Press-Telegram
Guest
Metcalfe
Malcolm Ep+sey
Herman Arixema
Gridley Ra
Artesia
Impounded Press Telegram Letter Warns of Street Neglect
A reader from V. Landsung criticizes local street upkeep citing a deep asphalt rut that trapped a parked car. The letter questions whether the city neglect or a hidden plan behind impounding weak vehicles.
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V. Landsung
Caruso on Radio First Heard in 1910
A 1910 readers question and answer feature explains Caruso’s voice first radioed from the Metropolitan Opera House New York on January 20 1910. It also notes U.S. consumer loan volume in 1952 about 3 billion and California county divisions for Southern California per the state chamber of commerce.
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Caruso
Metropolitan Opera House
New York
California
Califoria
JR. A
California State Chamber of Commerce
Mono
Inyo
San Bernardino
Los Angeles
Ventura
Santa Barbara
Orange
Riverside
San Diego
Imperial
There Will Be Time After We Are Wed Dear
A dated intimate pledge fromMETCALFE expresses deep affection and devotion. The speaker vows to serve and assist their future spouse in household tasks and daily life including cleaning, cooking, gardening, and loving kisses. The tone is affectionate and hopeful for married life.
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