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Newspaper

Press Telegram

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Jan 15, 1970

Page

14

Gandhi and King Echo on Centenary Reflections

The piece compares Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jr on birth centenaries, noting Gandhi’s India's struggle with Hindu Muslim violence and King’s nonviolence amid 1960s riots. It discusses postwar gains for minorities, desegregation progress, and a wary lull in dissent influenced by political shifts and social fatigue.

Martin Luther King

Long Beach Citizens Honored for Bravery and Service

Wednesday honored 27 policemen and a private citizen for exceptional bravery and community service. The tale celebrates officers who intervene in crime, rescue drivers from burning cars, and assist in capturing burglars, framing recognition as a shared moment of honor amid a challenging public image.

Long Beach Area

The Way We Think A Collection of Yiddish Essays

A translated anthology compiled by Joseph Leftwich presents Yiddish essayists among the greats, alongside noted figures Sholom Aleichem Mendel Mocher Seferim Isaac Lieb Peretz and others in a comprehensive volume. The book aims to showcase essays by renowned writers from the Yiddish literary world.

Joseph Ueftwich Thomas Yoseloff Joseph Leftwich Sholom Aleichem Mendel Mocher Seferim Isaac Lieb Peretz

Crisis of confidence between public and news media

Washington report quotes a National Commission task force saying a crisis of confidence exists between the American people and their news media. Many distrust the press, though few accuse fabricating facts. concern centers on omission or slant in reporting.

Washington UPI National Commission On the Causes and Prevention of Violence Violence Commission Task Force

Bias and distrust in the news media discussed

A report on media bias notes that distrust grows when outlets fail to present viewpoints readers want. It highlights how people turn to informal sources, why extreme groups claim bias, and how echo chambers deepen polarization and hinder cross-group dialogue.

Secret of Lucky Pierre Barbs Salinger recounts Johnson fears

Pierre Salinger recalls Lyndon B Johnson as reluctant to run for president, citing gaps in background and leadership concerns during his White House tenure under John F. Kennedy. Salinger notes Johnson often denied desires to seek the presidency.

Slike Dr. King Vio- Ighee Barbados Pierre Salinger Salinger Kennedy White House President Johnson Johnson Lucky Pierre Lady Bird Robert Kennedy Bobby Motion Picture Council Senate California

Johnson and Nixon contrasted through Salinger anecdotes

Flora Lewis recounts Salinger memories about Lyndon Johnson and Robert Kennedy shaping 1968 politics. The piece notes Johnson's reluctance to run, Salinger’s bets, and the White House dynamic that built political power through favors. It contrasts Nixon’s self awareness with Johnson’s paradoxical reluctance and the implications for future presidents.

White House Johnson

Letters to Editor: A call for talks over Middle East conflict

Dr Alfred and Miller of Jerusalem respond to Donald McConnell, arguing for negotiation rather than hardline rhetoric. They cite the Six Day War orders and warn that civilians face harm, urging Israel’s readiness to negotiate a peaceful settlement.

Israel Nasser Mr. McConnell

Sidewalk Senate Personal Reflections

Larry Brown, an aircraft worker, asks if I like girls and confirms yes. He mentions a person named Danielle as exceptionally attractive. Charles Bellman, a high school student, asserts strong masculine traits and notes girls confirm it, though he doubts their truthfulness.

Larry Brown Danielle Charles Bellman

Masculinity and sports talk from Huntington Beach peers

In a casual exchange, Craig Bilford, a college senior, Don Kirkland, Ross Dorian, and Bob Tremaine discuss masculinity, athletic upbringing, and self-perceived strength. Bilford cites family athletics, Dorian contrasts with Steve Reeves, and Tremaine asserts adequacy with women amid self-deprecating weight changes.

Craig Bilford

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