Editorial argues for Congress to audit missile program urgency
The piece cites Senator McCarthy’s 1956 warning on missiles and urges Congress to form a joint committee with subpoenas to press the guided missile program. It argues responsibility lies with Congress, the public, and the executive, noting McCarthy’s excesses and the need shared accountability after the Sputnik launch.
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United States
Lyndon Johnson
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Joseph McCarthy
Sen. McCarthy
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McCarthy
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1958 A Year For Fighters Aggressive Action Needed
Economists and business leaders say 1958 will be highly competitive with need for aggressive selling management and advertising. Despite high prices and taxes, Americans saved substantial sums and life insurance demand rose. Sputnik optimism shifts to confidence as defense production boosts Southland. firms urged to push sales and extra effort to profit.
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United States
Southland
Long Beach
Two State Colleges push for nuclear reactors in debate
California lawmakers face a budget clash over reactors at San Jose and San Diego colleges. San Jose seeks 250000 for installation. policy would allow gifts and Sub-critical assemblies for education. Debate centers on accreditation, engineering roles, and the colleges’ future under state university standards.
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Retired Military Pay Rise Gain Backed by Leaders
Virginia Kelly reports on growing support in Congress for at least a six percent cost of living increase for retired personnel. Key figures include Rep. Carl Vinson and Sen. Richard Russell seeking parity with active personnel, with Rep. Clyde Doyle and Rep. Paul Kilday backing exploration of amendments and extended pay boosts.
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Carl Vinson
House Armed Services Committee
Richard Russell
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Senate
William Knowland
Thomas Kuchel
Clyde Doyle
Calif
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Doyle
Ren. Wison
Paul Kilday
Military Appropriations
Income tax as college football and other notes
A collage of political and social quips. Senator Soaper compares income tax to college football while noting tax rules confuse traveling salesmen on deductions. Generals discuss indispensability and interservice rivalries. MPAA chief Eric Johnson urged foreign aid messaging. Decorators push green Erasy trend. FHA states closing costs can be financed by buyers. A eastern university veto on a rock n roll show prompts a wry cultural take. Frozen orange juice supply cited as civilization grows complex.
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Bill Vaughan
Internal Revenue Service
The World Is Safe Says a Father in Verse
A poem by E. A. Guest reflects on human striving for wealth and power but affirms the safety of the world as long as simple souls, kind neighbors, and fathers tell stories, share moments with children, and perform kind deeds. The piece observes daily struggles and enduring virtue in domestic life.
Long Beach items span fire, schools, and city projects
A fire destroyed a hay barn at Rancho Los Alamitos for a second time in six months. The City Council refused oil revenue from tideland wells until a U.S. Supreme Court land boundary ruling. Washington Junior High opened three new buildings in a $142,000 community hall with Harold E. Brooks as principal. Dr Tim G Harriman, pioneer Long Beach physician, died at his home on Extension of Grange Ave. to Main St Compton. Road deeds allow extension of a right of way through Bixby ranch. City Manager Callahan approved Hauser Construction Co to extend the breakwater by 300 feet at a cost of 100,000, reaching 7,282 feet.
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Tim G. Harriman
Long Beach
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George Jones
Los Angeles
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Hauser Construction. Co
Tax limits fail to cut taxes say assemblyman letter
A public forum letter from Herbert Rk. Klocksiem, Assemblyman of the 44th District, argues against blanket tax rate limitations. It cites needs variation, varying local costs, and assessment inequities, urging careful scrutiny of proposed constitutional amendments and urging citizens to inform representatives. The writer contends reduced spending is the path to lower taxes.
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California
Herbert Rk. Klocksiem
Portraits Share Your Glory in Civic Projects
A poem emphasizing shared effort in community works and charitable projects. It notes that volunteers and others provide help through small acts like a smile or kind word, reminding that no deed is done alone and every achievement is a collective result.
Pulitzer Prize repeat eligibility and notable multi winners
Readers ask if a person can win multiple Pulitzers. The answer is yes, with precedents like Frost and ONeill. The piece lists journalists, cartoonists, playwrights, composers who have won more than once, and notes that rebab origins and Imogene Coca’s birthplace are discussed.
Press Telegram Staff and Advertising Network Names
Press Telegram announces editorial leadership and advertising representation. It lists Executive Editor Miles E. Sines and Managing Editor, plus national advertising reps Ridderdahna Inc and Metropolitan Group. Office addresses span New York Chicago Detroit Minneapolis Los Angeles San Francisco.
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