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Press Telegram

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Aug 02, 1960

Page

9

Editorial you cant be neutral borrowing from nehru’s book

An editorial argues that Congo Premier Patrice Lumumba’s policy of positive neutralism is delusional in a divided world. It cites Nehru’s recent caution and notes Western power supports neutrality. It concludes Lumumba’s seeking aid implies partisanship and neutrality is impractical.

Nehru Congo Patrice Lumumba Mr. Nehru Lu Mumba Mr. Lumumba United Nations Lumumba North America

California Golf Courses Tax Reform Prop on Ballot

Proposition 6 would change how golf courses and other outdoor recreation areas are taxed in California, aiming to end an inequitable assessment policy that has led to loss of private courses and reduced recreation access. It argues fair assessment will protect green spaces, tourist appeal, and public revenue, preserving recreation assets for future citizens.

California

The Cyclops Revisited at the 1960 Convention

A friend recalls his TV failed during the 1956 convention and he only replaced it after 1960. He says the 1960 convention was an improvement, but laments TV as it stood four years earlier with soap, beer, six gun cartridges, and strange ads. He warns of a bleak fate if his current set persists.

Pundit Predicts Labor Support for Democratic Nominee

A political pundit forecasts labor groups will back the Democratic nominee in the upcoming race. The comment underscores rising alignment between unions and the party amid current policy debates.

Growth and debt in the 1960s Democratic platform debate

The piece argues the Democratic push for faster gross national product growth faces inflation risks. It cites Nixon’s growthmanship critique, Rockefeller’s view on growth via capital investment, and the debt to GDP ratio concerns. Kennedy’s stance is linked to posturing on large public expenditures and potential wage and price controls, with Walter Reuther opposing compulsory arbitration.

United States Nixon Rockefeller Gov Sen. Kennedy Walter Reuther

Condemnation of Terminal Island Naval Site Approved

Twenty years ago in Long Beach the federal government pursued condemnation of Portland on Terminal Island for naval base and defense uses. Former State Supreme Court Justice John W. Preston was named to aid the U.S. District Attorney. Meanwhile the new North Long Beach YMCA at Gist Street and California Avenue neared completion as the Y Board prepared to take over the building in a ceremony with C. Walker accepting from Floyd Beswick, contractor.

Portland Terminal Island Naval Base Supreme Court John W. Preston U.S North Long Beach Ym.c

Portrait of America at Grass Roots Level

DAVID LAWRENCE reflects on life in America as seen during a 6,000 mile train trip. He quotes workers, a policeman, a navy veteran, and a Northwestern University student on politics while praising improved living standards, church attendance, and self reliance amid concerns over crime and change. He argues for perspective and discipline to sustain a vibrant nation.

America Navy Northwestern University Kennedy Nixon

Senator Soaper Says Polls Show Youth Loyal To Vanilla

A satirical column notes that surveys imply youth remain loyal to vanilla and chocolate amid exotic trends. It mocks junior tipsy and a glamorous neighbor from New Jersey, while lampooning political ageist views and graduation messes with light, rapid-fire quips.

Public Forum Letters Support Democratic Path and Constitutional Limits

Readers argue for constitutional federal limits and support for Democratic candidates Kennedy and a Democratic Congress. Names include WILLARD RUEB of Downey and JAMES BLEAKLEY USS. TRATHEN c/o FPO San Francisco and HERB KING of Chicago with addresses. The letter appears with signatures and reformatted by the editor for taste.

James Bleakley Trathen c/o FPO San Francisco

How Can Kennedy Keep Both Pledges

Editor questions Kennedy rhetoric on a new frontier of sacrifice versus security and asks how he can fulfill promises while seeking greater sacrifice. The letter from Mrs. B. Hardin critiques relying on past traditions over a renewed frontier concept.

Kennedy David Lawrence B. Hardin

Says We Err in Criticizing Barry

Editor replies to July 22 editorial on Goldwater and federal duties. Clarifies constitutional role in eliminating voting discrimination and assuring equal rights in employment education and housing.

Barry Sen. Goldwater

Readers demand signed letters on veteran pensions

Editor, readers respond to an op-ed on World War I veterans pensions. Richard A. Sterling, Grace E. Blacksmith, and Mrs. C. A. Wendt defend veterans' right to pensions, urging recognition of service and sacrifice.

Richard A. Sterling W. 19Th St

Ridder Journals Lineup and Advertising Contacts

Historical press note lists Ridder family and staff roles at a Long Beach California publication with publishers general manager editors and advertising representatives. It names Miler E. Lines Harry Karas and others, plus Ridder-Jotys Inc offices at 487 Fifth Avenue New York.

Ising Representatiee Ridder-Jotys, Inc New Yorke Fifth Avenue Matealts Pav Yaa Los Angeles San Francisco Curran Il “Rae Bets Vergoteey Tesa Molrecsilian Grave, Ent

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