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Newspaper
Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1957
Page
8
The piece defends Secretary Dulles against charges of vagueness and accuses critics of using stock phrases. It argues U S policy aims for peace, avoids war, supports collective defense, opposes Russian imperialism, and seeks economic aid and disarmament, noting Dulles' tolerance of criticism and the public’s appreciation of four decades of peace.
The Independent Press Telegram reports Long Beach leads 17 cities in its population class with 24 traffic deaths so far this year, now up to 26 after two more names. The piece attributes the record to heavy local and through traffic from surrounding communities and calls for a broader traffic safety and enforcement program.
John S. Knight notes criticism of the presidents budget and the nations fiscal policy from Edgar Humphrey Jacobsson and Black. Humphrey defends spending while warning of deeper reductions and IMF head Jacobsson calls for cutbacks to stabilize world finances. Black argues loans better than gifts to spur private investment.
Canadian Foreign Secretary Lester Pearson faces backlash over his tactics to pressure Congress on security information regarding Canadian involvement with US agencies. He linked leaks to a Soviet era cooling of ties and warned of withholding information unless committees adopt his rules, drawing criticism from Ottawa and Parliament. Pearson later backtracked saying security agencies were not at fault and the Senate committee did not rely on them for the notes in question.
A romantic poem fragment expresses endless affection. A Canadian envoy note dispute over suicide context and government secrecy triggers parliamentary debate. Pearson faces scrutiny over 1952 clearance and possible political maneuvering ahead of Canadian elections.
A humorous verse about golfers who rely on friends for rules rather than learning the official rulings. It contrasts proper instruction with the common habit of disputing calls on the course and highlights the need to study the formal rules to avoid cheating or mistakes.
In Long Beach officials debate whether to redraw precinct lines for the June special primary or keep existing borders. Harbor activity shows 14 arrivals and 18 departures with most vessels before 10 am as a busy scene for Marine Exchange observers and port services. The county recommends 16000 dollars for lifeguard services in the coming fiscal year, while The California National Bank sells its sole Anaheim Street branch to the Bank of Italy and consolidates with a new owner’s branch at 3121 East Anaheim.
Community forum notices invite letters not exceeding 250 words with genuine signatures and addresses. Submissions may be edited for taste or space to fit the page and maintain readable layout.
Raymond G from 2620 East 3rd St argues safety should get more attention. He notes drivers break laws daily and police should be bigger, yet infractions occur in front of officers. He praises traffic belts for saving lives and calls for mandatory seat belts nationwide.
The letter argues doubling police officers first, claiming it will deter crime and reduce crowded court calendars. It praises a Superior Court jury dismissed by Judge Pierson for requesting 50 officers, calling them courageous and crime opposed. CORERAN LOGAN, 40 Linden Ave.
The Press Telegram editorial criticizes the IRS tax form as muddled and befuddled and questions the government's handling of tax dollars. It urges audits by non government agencies and calls for clearer accounting of federal spending. The writer cites the national debt and urges reform.
Ellen Merrifield expresses appreciation for ongoing support that funds extra money for bank accounts and spending, praising the annual program as a wonderful opportunity for children and urging continued participation each year.
Questions and answers reveal that free road maps cost about $10 million annually to draw and distribute, with oil companies supplying roughly half the total. The piece notes the long history of free maps and details related Qs on theater, weather, rodeos, and brick efflorescence.
The text lists staff roles for The Press Telegram including Publisher General Manager Editorial Management and the Washington Mews Bureau. It also provides office addresses in New York Chicago Detroit Minneapolis St Paul San Francisco and Los Angeles with current file locations and advertising representatives with multiple agency names.
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