National disgrace over child immunization urged
Editorials in Sunday papers warn that millions of American children lack full immunization against polio mumps rubella measles and diphtheria pertussis and tetanus. Reston calls the situation a national disgrace and urges a stepped up vaccination campaign with public and private funding and parental involvement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Independent
Press-Telegram
James Reston
U.S
Federal
Center For Disease Control
Atlanta
Ben Zinser
American Academy of Pediatrics
Academy
California
Reston
Congress
Grain of SALT question lingers after SALT talks fail
The piece argues Moscow failed to reach a SALT accord, citing Brezhnev’s ill health and Soviet leadership’s need for army support. It questions the value of any agreement, noting Moscow’s past treaty behavior and hesitation about disarmament. It ends by asking if any SALT deal is worth much.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brezhnev
Soviet Union
Legislator Residency and the Rise of Legislative Expertise
The piece discusses how California legislators have shifted from primarily local problem solvers to valuing legislative drafting and policy expertise. It notes career ladders from PTA to city boards to the Legislature, and mentions residency questions tied to a vacant Assembly seat once held by Warren and staffer Tolgo. It reflects on constitutional residency requirements and public perception.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Silnel
State Capitol
PTA
Feton Board
Arles Warren
Los Angeles
Assembly
Robert Toigo
Toigo
Leo McCarthy
Sacrapente
Warren
Tolgo Edly
California
Robert Teige
Letters Blur Lines Between Industry and Education
A reader defends clarity in letters to the editor, arguing about teacher pay, school funding, and cost of living. Frances Howard of Lang Beach comments on state banking paybacks linked to John Kaelin, noting concerns over reimbursements and public trust.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ray Davis
Los Alamitos
Educa
Kier
John Kaelin
California State Banking Department
Kaelin
Noth 2
State Banking Department
Mr. Kaelin
Favor from Russia and the Indians Indira and the arms talks
A Long Beach writer critiques U S foreign policy toward the Soviet Union and Russia. He cites failed arms control, broken pledges, and limited treaty signs. The piece laments the loss of leverage and warns against continued parity and reliance on Russia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vance
American Bar Association
Russia
M. i
Eversteven
Stlck
J. Wilson
Long Beach
Carter curbs gas and power amid industry reluctance
President Carter prepares drastic curtailments for gas and power, while penalties on large transportation purchases loom. The piece notes producers like Texaco and Gulf admitting underproduction during a severe cold period, and a Bureau of Land Management official finding 34 capped wells in Western Colorado. The tone calls for legislation to compel oil companies and cooperation from industry leaders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carter
Texaco Co
Gulf
Midwest
East
Bureau of Land Management
Colorado
Entitled to services sparked 1920s police critique letter
A reader attacks city policing and budget cuts, accusing officials of weakening patrols and air surveillance since March 1. He cites transfers from the CETA program, questions safety costs, and warns that hiring fewer skilled officers will harm public protection.
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Harry Gorulsh
Mr. Dever
Rooltoy
Dever
CETA
Compton
Fullerton
Gee “Dever
Searce
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