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Newspaper

Press Telegram

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Feb 26, 1957

Page

6

Knight urges Californians to back strong GOP candidates

Governor Knight told Republicans at Knott's Berry Farm to abandon fear and run top quality candidates. He argued the party should focus on superior programs and governance, not on procedures or cross filing, and urged continued leadership for California.

Goodwin ¢. Knight Republican Assembly Knott’s Berry Farm California Democratic Party Congress Knight GOP Hiram Johnson Earl Warren Richard M. Nixon William F. Knowland Thomas H. Kuchel Gov Craig Hosmer W. 8. Grant Herbert Klockstein

United Nations and Fear of War Core Issue

World leaders debate UN action to remove fear between nations. The UN Charter vests primary peacekeeping power in the Security Council, requiring unanimity, with sanctions possible only through that body. Persistent Soviet vetoes hinder enforcement, leaving Korea as exception. The world awaits a functioning UN to restore faith and deter aggression.

World U.N Washington United States Fbe Lawrence Middle East United Nations Security Council General Assembly UN Committee Korea Moscow

Public Forum Letter from Latiora Needs Signatures

A public forum notice invites Latiora residents to submit letters up to 250 words. It requests signers provide full names and addresses. The aim is to balance space with useful input while allowing minor edits for brevity and clarity.

Crusade for Freedom Urges Indian Reservation Rights

Hereditary chief of the aware Tribe Cc H Adams appeals to readers of Press-Telegram to support freedom for American Indians. He warns that abolition of reservations would hasten land loss and deepen poverty, urging sovereignty on a live basis and seeking guidance toward true freedom.

Cc H Adams 69Th St

Auto Accidents Take Big Toll on Service Members

The article notes 18,000 military deaths from automotive or aircraft accidents since 1952, with 10,400 from car incidents and 7,600 from aircraft accidents. Deputy Defense Secretary Reuben Robertson Jr. and Former Gov. Dan Thornton warn of rising traffic deaths and injuries, urging action. Presidents Eisenhower and Thornton stress prevention and urgency to curb the traffic slaughter trend.

Defense Reuben B. Robertson Jr Dan Thornton Colorado Presidenit National Highway Safety Conference Thornton Eisenhower America

Dulles Pressures Senate on Middle East Doctrine Crisis

Secretary of State Dulles urges rapid passage of Eisenhower Middle East doctrine during a Sunday Senate conference. Senators express crisis of confidence, blaming Dulles for mixed policy and delay. Under-Secretary Christian Herter to act as mediator between Dulles and Congress as policy aims to avoid UN sanctions on Israel.

Washington Senate Dulles Israel United Nations Middle East

Fragmented Miscellany Notes On Language And Cooking

A jumble of remarks about lyrics in foreign languages and a playful quip on Washington and candy. Mentions a Duchigan body with two teeth at five weeks and a comic moment about TV studio audiences. A psychiatrist comments on easy tasks before tougher assignments.

Just Folks Joyful Father In Hall After Release From Despair

A man walks the hall with head high after escaping despair. The speaker notes a rush of joy and asks if the joy is due to a boy or a girl, but the man’s exact words are unclear. The scene hints at a newborn arrival lifting his spirits.

Long Beach anniversary events recall naval base status

Ten years ago naval officers joined Long Beach officials at the Lafayette Hotel to mark the fourth anniversary of Terminal Island Naval Shipyard becoming a permanent Fleet repair base. Nearby, eight LA County cities planned a 7 million dollar storm drain and sewer system after a Mayors’ conference led by Supervisor Lege. Fifty years ago the city council required applications to go before the council rather than the Planning Commission following Alamitos Heights development disputes.

NAVY Naval Affairs Committee Harbor Commission Lafayette Hotel Terminal Islan Naval Shipyard Los Angeles County Herbert C. Lege North Long Beach Bell Huntington Park Verrion Maywood Lynwood South Gate Compton City Planning Commission Alamitos Heights

Noble Deed Honors Selfless Service and Sincerity

An excerpt praises unselfishness and genuine public service as the true path to glory. It contrasts striving with mere attempts and reflects on living, confronting mortality, and the limits of wealth in lasting deeds. The verse emphasizes sincerity, service to others, and the idea that no deed can truly sacrifice when judged by ultimate truth.

Notable Jewish Contributions Highlight Salk Vaccine

A reader lauds Dr. Jonas E. Salk and the anti polio vaccine as a historic Jewish achievement. The letter praises his selfless gift to humanity, rebukes antisemitism, and cites the impact on countless children worldwide.

Jonas E. Salk Carl J. Nyquist N. Goacon St San Pedre

Campaign push seeks more Western appointees to Navy posts

Virginia Kelly reports Hosmer backs California and Western nominees for five of the Navy’s top six posts as changes near White House review. The slate centers on Gates and Franke with four from New York and Philadelphia and Armstrong as the fifth. Norton already holds one post, while Adams and Alcorn pledge White House consultation on regional balance amid GOP disputes.

Craig Hosmer Wixon William Anowland Navy White House Thomas S. Gates Philadelphia Widiant Franke New York

Voices Support of Eisenhower Inquiries Prompt Letter Critique

Brian Trunnell of Wilmington writes to question the credibility of Walter W. Strong and others arguing over Eisenhower's vacations and foreign policy. He challenges Strong’s claimed expertise and notes Strong’s stated address may be outside Washington while praising Ike’s past performance.

Ess-Telegram Walter W. Strang Eisenhower Sueretisis States Ike Washington Mr. Strong Strong Garford St Strongstone Throwel Tice Brian Trunnell Marine Ave Wilmington

Definition and examples of diplomatic immunity

Readers inquire about diplomatic immunity and its scope as explained from Our American Government. The definition notes that ambassadors and their property and household may be protected, with immunity even during war and minor offenses not subject to prosecution or arrest. The dialogue also asks to identify Whitman’s spider poem, likely Noiseless Patient Spider.

Wright Farman Walt Whitman Whitman

Press Telegram masthead and offices listed

The text shows the Press Telegram leadership and publishing offices with editors and managers. It includes names Samuel Cameron Malcolm Epley Miles Simes and multiple city office addresses in Chicago Minneapolis San Francisco and Penobscot. It notes current files of The Press Telegram are maintained at these offices.

Durmester Malcolm Epley Miles E. Simes Washington News Bureau Sea Mibes National Advertising Renresantay Dlva RiddereJonne Acar New York Ste Chigag Erence Rigley Snemwe Penobscat Minneapolis Foshay Tower St Pad Aa 4Th St Les Btn San Francisco Sutter St Press Telegram Metrupantia Group Ins

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