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Newspaper
Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1963
Page
6
The Far Right draws the brunt of political attacks while real threats like corruption, the police, and communism are overlooked. The piece argues that opponents overreact to the right for popularity, underestimating communism's danger and urging balanced outrage.
Assemblyman George Willson of South Gate proposes warning labels on liquor bottles as a public alert. Critics argue labels should be broad, noting many everyday items become dangerous only in excess and that teaching temperance to children is a better solution.
Administration witnesses claim American nuclear superiority would improve if the test ban treaty is adopted. They suggest Soviet claims are deceptive, noting Russia's pattern of denying the West. If the treaty is signed, Russians may view it as a communist gain that liquidates U S nuclear advantages.
James Meredith receives his Ole Miss diploma on a warm August day as Chancellor J D Williams shakes his hand. The ceremony marks the first time a Black citizen earned a degree since the university opened 15 years ago. The State College Board faced political pressure but upheld Meredith's graduation, with peers and attendees showing restraint and support.
A citizens committee recommends higher salaries for Congress and doubles for cabinet members, sparking debate on self-importance. The column notes loyalty among political allies, a dismissive office opinion on tax cuts, and light civic insights from bar patrons and state fairs.
A garbled press snippet lists various names and titles such as publishers, managers, and executives tied to a Long Beach area context. The readable fragments suggest a production or newsroom attribution but do not form a coherent event or clear action.
Washington columnist David Lawrence cites Kennedy praise for blunt talk to Negro agitators against quotas and urges fair hiring. He highlights S B Fuller, a successful Black businessman, encouraging ownership of enterprises to create jobs and reduce discrimination through self-improvement and education.
Editor notes Young Democrats push for lenient Cuba travel rules and NATO Warsaw Pact talks while calling for dissolution of ACT and McCarran laws, prompting questions on party stands. Walter Gall and Mrs Edward Dwyer critique taxation for trash and tree removal, urge local maintenance and street beautification, signed by Gall and Dwyer with addresses.
A dead city tree in front of a resident's house was examined months ago and deemed beyond saving. The Street Tree Division said removal would occur once more trees were ready, then cited lack of money for equipment or personnel. The suggestion emerged that the household hire a contractor to remove it.
George Kubeck of 237 Temple Ave Inspiration and Molvin E Hayes appreciate the Tuesday August 13 editorial When Villain Turns Nice Guy and the accompanying Currents of Opinion items. Readers applaud the thoughtful analysis and informative articles.
The Long Beach 1888 incorporation was approved 106 to 3 with March 2 as the city’s organizing date. Early rules banned saloons and gambling houses, taxed dogs, and set city limits. The Long Beach Journal began in 1888, later renamed the Breakers, with Amos Bixby and H W Bessac as initial publishers. A major hotel fire on November 8 1888 triggered a brief downturn. Diamond Jubilee events will mark the milestone in November.
President Kennedy receives a Randall panel report proposing pay raises totaling over 22 million dollars annually for 1640 top federal officials, with possible cabinet member increases to 50 thousand dollars and broader steps to align with private sector salaries. The plan notes political risks and foresees bills soon, but expect resistance in Congress.
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