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Newspaper
Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1970
Page
7
A reflective column argues teachers’ backlash against Governor Reagan over school funding reveals political maneuvering. It notes teachers’ anger toward voters and lawmakers, cites Robert Ransom, and suggests a new lesson plan aligning teacher tactics with fiscal realities.
Stars and Stripes civilian Vietnam bureau chief Patrick Luminello is ousted after a reporter cited him in a New York Times Magazine piece as criticizing military leadership. The article alleged the brass wanted a favorable paper and hid war faults, provoking broad speculation.
A fair judge and skilled court administrator, Judge Donald R. Wright is appointed by Governor Reagan as chief justice of California. The conservative jurist brings decades as a trial judge and experience in Los Angeles Superior Court administration, though limited time on the appeals bench. Expectations hinge on balancing conservatism with judicial reverence as he faces the state’s high court.
Contemporary paperback releases are highlighted with brief evaluations of The Meaning of Marcuse by Robert W. Marks The Divine Wind about Kamikaze pilots Adlai Stevenson profile by Bert Cochran Jim Whitewolf life story and Best American Short Stories 1969 anthology Edited by Martha Foley and David Burnett The items note authors publishers formats and prices with a focus on what readers might gain from each work
In a reader letter from Bellflower, Robert M. Dempsey Jr. argues against leaded fuel Zinc color additives mislead consumers and octane ratings depend on handling and processing. He contends removing tetra ethyl lead risks engine damage and suggests limiting octane loss while reducing smog and traffic issues.
Letter condemns Hubert Strand article on witchcraft as erroneous arguing witchcraft is a legitimate religion that predates Christ and notes a male witch is simply a witch. It asserts belief in one God and rejects black magic and devil worship as negative.
The piece mocks birth sex selection and warns it would bring misery and legal strains. It argues couples should not try to control a child's sex, noting potential divorces and guilt, then urges readers to ignore Look's directions and let the baby choose.
Washington editorial assesses President Nixon losing cool and branding 61 Senate opponents as hypocrites after the Carswell nomination vote. It blames Attorney General John Mitchell and laments political fallout while noting respected senators who opposed him. It warns future votes on anti ballistic missile expansion.
The piece surveys the White House reaction after Carswell’s defeat, noting the president’s surprising late address and subsequent judgment that the Senate is unlikely to confirm more southern nominees. It contrasts conservative hopes with the political damage and laments the lasting impact on the Republican stance.
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