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Newspaper
Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1959
Page
12
A letter criticizes reviewer Mr Wylder for bias against Berhadine and urges focus on performances rather than playwright analysis. Included are complaints about Warren and communist ties, arguing for defense of American heritage and freedoms. Woodrow W. Tull signs with address.
A House showdown tests political courage as Speaker Rayburn backs a weak labor reform bill amid union pressure. The piece condemns moderation and Hoffa influence, arguing true reform would curb blackmail picketing and secondary boycotts while highlighting cross party tensions in this session.
Captain Eddie Rickenbacker says the battle for a Florida to California air route remains active. He warns Long Beach and other cities must press Washington to secure CAB approval and rejects claims that the issue is closed. The goal is better air connections with the southern states and beyond.
Long Beach motor bus company shows a possible response to requests from Douglas Aircraft Co employees seeking better transport. The company studies needs as the Bureau of Franchises and Public Utilities allows 80 days for traffic discussions. If the test proves feasible, new routes could be established to Douglas, amid prior service curtailments and fare hikes.
Attendance at the annual Iowa picnic is dipping as attendees show greater interest in future destinations than in revisiting past journeys. The remark suggests a broader trend toward mobility and forward planning among participants.
Bill Vaughan notes a new buy ticket after takeoff system, calling it convenient yet risky if funds are missing. A humorous newsroom vignette contrasts kitchen chatter with a Norman Rockwell moment. Early 1960 GOP hints show Nixon ahead in Poland and Rockefeller in Norway. war fears linger alongside sports and politics.
Long Ago in Long Beach recalls a 18 year old moment when Birmingham VA Hospital paraplegic patients performed the Wheel Chair Review for delegates at the 31st annual department convention in Municipal Auditorium marking their first professional stage appearance. 20 years ago Frank J. Beggs was appointed city clerk to succeed Edwin L. MacDonald who led the office after the death of Earl Akers. 30 years ago the 27th national gathering of a young men's fraternity opened at the Breakers Hotel with National President David H. Zent in charge and Norman Lyon as local president.
In Congress a battle over anti racketeering laws aims to curb crime and coercion in unions. The piece argues labor unions must clean up, crimes punished, and laws enforced to protect individual rights and access to work, noting Eisenhower's push and Rayburn's cautions against partisanship.
Senator Hubert Humphrey expresses doubts about running for president telling a Western senator he already has a wonderful life. The piece notes his liberal stance, admission to The Club in the Senate, and mentors such as Walter George shaping his career on the Foreign Relations Committee. Johnson and Humphrey share a close friendship and mutual influence.
Fact is Sinty percent of the working women in the United States are married. The Panda is a member of the raccoon family from Cornelia Georgia. Both are aggressively determined, hard working and ambitiously driven. Humphrey jokes he never gets what he wants because he is liberal. He and Johnson are masters of the art of the possible. Sen Humphrey tells a self deprecating story about a telegram from Mrs Humphrey. Washington figures like Johnson Symington and Kennedy are not amused by self mockery.
Editorial notes that Chief Justice Earl Warren plans a recess and a visit to Russia. The piece argues the pause would let the United States breathe easier, preventing the Supreme Court from making decisions seen as favorable to Communists and other alleged factions.
The world egg laying record was raised in 1957 by Meg O Day a Leghorn entered in Rutgers University College of Agriculture contest to 362 eggs in 365 days The prior record of 353 eggs set in 1949 50 by a Leghorn in Corvallis Oregon is noted Also X rays were first used in the United States for medical purposes in February 1896 with the first diagnosed case a broken wrist at Dartmouth College
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