State of the Union judged by Eisenhower speech
Editorial analyzes President Eisenhower's State of the Union address as realistic and honest, noting concessions to critics, the warning on space and missile competition, and the call for a strengthened defense while urging measured optimism and restraint in evaluating national strength.
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Union
Dwight Eisenhower
Eisenhower
Economic picture dominates U S news in 1958 outlook
Congress members say the big story is economic worries not Sputniks. The piece notes forecasts show a meh 1958 with possible improvement later, cites a $440 billion annual output, and argues confidence and prudent openness to positive factors shape policy. It highlights growth plans by companies as signs of expected opportunity in 1959 and beyond.
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U. S
Washington
Congress
United States
Federal Reserve Board
Johnson Dominates First Senate Caucus on State of the Union
Sen. Johnson’s message eclipsed Eisenhower as the Johnson preparedness subcommittee moved ahead in 1932 fashion. Republicans led by levered Saltonstall and Knowland faced a Johnson surge with Nixon poised for a speech, while NY Herald Tribune crowned Johnson with exclusive missile stories and Killian offered tempered administration guidance.
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Washington
Senate
Lyndon
Johnson
Eisenhower
Leverett Saltonstall
Massachusetts
Texas
Saltonstall
Uing
Membors
Wile Ian
Knowland
California
Robert A. Taft
Eugene Millikin
Congress
Nixon
New York Herald Tribune
Johson
James R. Killian
Senator Soaper Tests Yearly Luck Claim and Bird Feed Debate
Senator Soaper discusses a tentative test to compare outcomes this year between groups described as black eyed peas on Sew Yene's Day and others. A Venus scientist proposes the theory that man is a plant, while questions arise about the benefits of standing in water. The piece ends with a call to feed birds and manage surplus grain seed for spring.
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Outer Space
Jack McKinney
Cocoa St
Compton
Portraits of a topsy turvy world and growing up
A fragmented meditation on family, responsibility, and the wish to relive youth. The piece imagines children growing, parents aging, and the jigsaw of life fading as adults face new duties, with dated references to 1958 civic hopes and cultural touchstones.
Just Folks by E. A. Guest
A humorous poetic square asks for simple Christmas affection over costly gifts. The speaker longs for a warm exchange of love and playful moments rather than material presents, ending with a vow to cherish love above all else. The piece playful invites intimate gestures and expresses a timeless wish for affection.
Long Beach Opens World-Modern Harbor Bridge and Pierpoint Landing
One year earlier the largest vertical lift drawbridge the Commodore Schuyler F Helm Bridge opened amid Navy and city ceremonies. A new wharf and parking lot Pierpoint Landing were planned at Victory Pier tip. Oil firms like Hogan Petroleum F E Fairchild Madison Oil and Burnos rushed to the harbor. A third fire in two months destroyed a warehouse at 1147 W First St causing over 100000 in damage.
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Schuyler F. Helm Pridge
Navy
Pierpoint Landing
Victory Pier
Long Beach Harbor
Hogan Petroleum
F. E. Fairchild
Madison Oi
Muwal Petroleum
Burnos
Tartar
First Stand
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Frustration and faith in a world on edge
A reader argues frustration stems from material want while faith in Jesus offers escape through the soul. The letter reflects fear of imminent war, notes the crucifixion lesson, and urges spiritual attainment over worldly gain. Nearby, letters praise polio foundation aid to families on military bases and urge continued support.
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Jesus
Beulah Allen
Eagle St
San Diego
Cal
Still a Job for Dimes to Do
An editorial recalls the ongoing March of Dimes drive amid apathy in newspapers. It stresses polio protection from vaccines and notes the continued need for rehabilitation and care for polio survivors, powered by volunteers dedicating long hours.
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Fress-Telegram
March of Dimes
Jahor
Law Bans Currency Photograph and Coin Image Clarifications
Informational Q and A outlines that two Federal laws prohibit photographing paper money and related items while printing illustrations of coins is allowed after July 16 195 such. It also defines carillon versus chime with bells and attributes a quote about age to Sir William Osler.
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United States
Press-Gelaram Herman H. Ridder Publisher and Staff
Publisher Harold M. Hines lists staff roles including assistant Samual C. Cameron General Manager Ay HONINS Yeeen BU Monger H. F. Surmester Editor Malcolm Balty and editors at 808 Albee butters. National advertising rep Ridderstonne with offices in New York Chicago Detroit Minneapolis Los Angeles San Francisco and other cities. Current files of The Press-Teleacom maintained at these offices.
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Harold M. Hines
Samual C. Cameron
Ay Honins Yeeen
Monger
Ridderstonne, Inc
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T. Wrigley
Detroit
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Minneapolis
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