Editorial argues unemployment data misleads without labor force context
The piece contends that comparing unemployment figures across eras is flawed unless tied to the size of the labor force. It cites Four Corners and U S Bureau of Labor Statistics data, notes historical shifts, and urges politicians to avoid politicizing the economy while predicting a cautious but hopeful path forward.
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Four Corners
Bureau of Labor Statistics
United States
America
Charles A. Halleck
Indiana
We Say It With Our Fingers Crossed
Weather outlook hints at more blizzards and sub-zero days in March disrupting retail, schools, and industry in the East while Florida faces fruit crop damage and migrant hardship. California dodges major crop loss as snowmelt preserves irrigation for summer.
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Florida
California
Golden State
Mrs Eisenhower Vacation Sparks Hatchery of Newsmen Handling
Washington reports recount Mrs Dwight Eisenhower's Arizona trip as her golf widow years end her wish for a proper vacation with sister and friend. Hagerty's press scrimble and the reporters' confinement heighten tensions as the White House struggles with public and media scrutiny.
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Hagerty
Mamie
Arizona
Washington
Dwight D. Eisenhower
Denver
Augusta
Georgia
Eisenhower
Portraits of Sounds Across a Quiet Night
A reflective poem-like fragment describes nightly sounds from trains and aircraft to wind, crickets, lake shores, highway trucks, and a county courthouse clock. It notes how these noises keep the narrator awake and evoke seasonal imagery of autumn leaves and bare walls, ending with foghorns and ships warning others at bay.
Soviet clearly trying to start new war in Korea
Soviet aggression in Korea is blamed for plans to trigger another war. Moscow aims to crush South Korea while publicizing a withdrawal plan with China and puppet North Korea. The piece cites a May 1954 U.S. Defense Department statement on Russian and Chinese roles, argues the UN cannot withdraw forces, and warns Moscow would be responsible for a second Korean war.
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Korea
Washington
Soviet Union
Meseow
South Korea
Moscow
Chou En-Lai
Peiping
North Korea
United States
Department of Defense
Foreign Ministers
Geneva
Uni Cation
China
38Th Parallel
Russia
Vyshinsky
United Nations
U. N. General Assembly
Far East
U.N
Reds
Faubus Receives Warm Welcome at Washington Dinner
Arkansas Governor Faubus was warmly received by Democrats at a $100 plate Democratic Dinner honoring Truman. He met with Truman for 45 minutes at the Mayflower Hotel, described as a friendly exchange. Southern Democrats stressed Faubus’s right to attend among other distinguished guests.
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Arkansas
Faubus
Washington
Truman
Mr. Truman
Mayflower
Sheraton Park
Senate
Leslie Biffle
Biffle
John McClellan
Harriman
Walter Reuther
Just Folks by E A Guest
The poem questions whether a worker performs honestly without supervision and whether true worth is proven by consistency rather than skill. It contrasts skilled laborers who complain about wages with poorer workers who may be favored when they are fair and dependable.
Long Beach Charter Election Returns Show Salaries Up
Unofficial returns from Long Beach reveal 18 of 19 charter amendments were rejected. The sole amendment passed raised councilmen salaries from 50 to 200 per month, reflecting a notable fiscal shift in the city governance.
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Long Beach
Public Forum Letters for Publication
Public forum section seeks letters not to exceed 250 words each, with bona fide signatures and addresses. Editors may edit for taste or to save space while preserving core meaning and the author’s identity.
Want to Share Buy Some Stock
Walter Reuther of the Automobile Workers Union calls for profit sharing with members while urging stock purchases. The columnist argues workers could learn efficiency by owning shares and judging performance, noting the stock market is open to all.
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Walter Reuther
Automobile Workers Union
Stock Exchange
Lester L. Marshall
Paseo de la Concha Redondo Beach
Nixon decries age bias in hiring practices
A vice president argues against age discrimination, stating banning workers over 40 harms the economy. He claims ages 40 to 70 hold peak wisdom and capability and warns the policy relegates capable people to unemployment.
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Nixon
Fife
Canadians and Edmontons World View Prompt Inquiry
A reader profile from Margaret Davis of Long Beach laments American ignorance of Canada. She notes Edmonton’s 300000 residents, including 35000 Americans, and questions why U S media overlook Canada while local papers miss Canadian provinces and spelling. She urges global awareness.
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En&$s
Canada
Edmonton
Alberta
United States
Margaret Davis
Eard St
Long Beach
Preliminary Hearing Debate Over Unnecessary Court Step
In a Bellflower letter, D James Robbins argues a preliminary examination is a costly and needless step before indictment. He asserts the exam lacks purpose when escape is unlikely and urges cutting red tape and wasteful prosecutorial practices.
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Ess-Telegram
D. James Robbins
Arkansas Ave
Bellflower
Polls and opinions mix in a wry national roundup
Senator Soaper notes women may cast half presidential votes while men still hold sway as wives align with husbands. A British official says Americans are better drivers. a New York club raid targets intellectuals. mocker el ler vs Hartiman shapes New York governor race as voters weigh which millionaire to hire.
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Mockefeller Vs. Hartimen
New York
Empire State
Press Telegram staff and office contacts list
Current files of The Press Telegram maintained at multiple offices. Publisher Harold M. Hines and Samuel C. Cameron head the operation with executive and managing editors Milne E. Sines and Tanton. Advertising reps listed with numerous city addresses for national coverage.
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Herman H- Ridder
Harold M. Hines
Samuel C. Cameron
Collins Jr
Rua
National Advertising
Ridder-Jomna
Ines
Cabbie
St. Winsiey Ridge
Penobscot
Song Tower
St. Paul
East 4Th St
Los Angeles
8Th St
San Francisco
Lutter
The
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D. J. Struven
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Soaper
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