Editorial: Individual Rights and 170 Million Americans
The U S Supreme Court has opened a Pandora's box with decisions on communism probes and FBI files. Critics argue ultra liberal rulings threaten Congressional investigations and national security. A Senate bill would curb file rifling by giving FBI reports to judges for relevance.
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Federal Bureau of Investigation
High Court
FBI
U. S
Congress
Senate Judiciary Committee
Senate
Sonic booms plague Southern California despite assurances
Residents of Los Angeles County endure thunderous sonic booms from supersonic jets despite repeated government assurances. Sen Kuchel says the problem has reached cabinet level, with Defense and Commerce officials noting an increase as more military aircraft operate in squadrons. Critics argue regulations are vague or ignored, continuing years of complaints and calls for decisive action.
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Los Angeles
Thomas Kuchel
Rcalif
Defense
Wilson
Secretary of Commerce
Weeks
Defense Department
Southjland
Sen. Kuchel
Washington
California
Congress and President Can Oust Supreme Court Justices
The piece argues Congress and the President could jointly remove Supreme Court justices by defining good behavior and limiting appellate review. It cites Myers and Humphrey cases, noting Congress’s power to shape removal and appellate jurisdiction to counter court actions.
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Supreme Court
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Supreme Court of the
United States
Lawrence
Supreme; Court
Myers
Humphrey
Dent
Federal Trade Commission
Republic
Senate
High Court
Butler Aims To Lead DNC Through 1958 Elections
Paul Butler of Indiana signals he will stay as Democratic National Committee chairman through the 1958 congressional elections, then quit a winner. The move could clear the path to a new head for the 1960 convention while party leaders weigh future presidential contenders and balance northern versus southern interests.
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NEA
Paul Butler
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Butler
National Committee
Jorge
Senate
Lyndon Johnson
Texas
Truman
Stevenson
Johnson
House
Sam Rayburn
Richard
Reynolds
Tobacco and Aluminum Family
Congressional Election Committees
Sen
Estes Kefaver
Jack Kennedy
Massachusetts
New Jersey
Robert B. Meyner
Public Forum Letters for Publication
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Police Officers Landed
A reader describes a minor traffic accident scene in Long Beach and commends the East End officers for prompt efficient work and courteous conduct, praising the Long Beach Police Department as a whole.
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Long Beach
Dave MacPherson
Iroquois Ave
For or Against Supreme Court ruling on Communists
The Supreme Court freed five Communists and granted new trials to nine others. The decision is part of a pattern of benefits to Communists, prompting debate over whether the Court favors or opposes them. FELIX MESA Pope AFB, North Carolina.
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Supreme Court
Felix Mesa Pope Afb
N.C
Fourth of July warning from Metcalfe on fireworks safety
A Metcalfe column urges caution for July Fourth celebrations as families mourn and lives are endangered by careless handling of fireworks. The piece decries heedless behavior, comparing reckless revelers to dangerous swimmers and urging readers to act sensibly to avoid tragedy this holiday.
Ridder Newspaper Staff and Advertising Offices Listed
The article lists publishers editors and executives for The Press Telegram and notes advertising representatives and office locations in New York Chicago Detroit Minneapolis St Paul Los Angeles and San Francisco. It also mentions the current tier of The Press Telegram and the Metropolitan Group as comic advertising representatives.
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Ridder-Jeham, Inc
New York
Chicago
Wrigley
Detroit
Penobscot
Minneapolis
Foshay Tower
St Paul
Safer Than Skiing by Vaughan in senator note crop
A collage of quirky quotes and asides on safety in sports and society. Notes mock a beauty queen’s toe, croquet versus parachuting as safer pursuits, a Junior Jaguars player drafted for lawnmowing, and Congress action on labor questions. Also comments on a New York bomber, GM car sales, artificial moons, dust from living, and the chigger insect.
Time Old Father Time and the passing of youth sports
A verse by E. A. Guest personifies Father Time as granting children strength to play then gradually removing sports like baseball and football as they age. The poem suggests aging eyes, gray hair, and fading thrills, with time taking away earlier joys and leaving them to the younger generation.
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Wes
Long Beach Festival Draws California Queen Contestants
Twenty four contestants from as many California cities entered the queen contest for the International Festival and Water Sports Carnival in Long Beach. Each guest will attend the coronation at the International grand ball as part of a city hosted event.
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California
Long Beach
Thanks From Community Volunteer Organization
George Hart Jr thanks the staff for year long newspaper coverage that aided recruiting volunteers. He notes the group contributed over 80,000 man hours to Red Feather agencies and other community groups through various projects.
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Red Feather
George 4. Hart, JR
Questions Answers First Title Yacht Race Was in 1851
Q and A style item covering factual questions about the first America's Cup yacht race of 1851, isotopes, bronze dried flowers, coffee grounds, and mumps. Key facts include the 80 mile August 22 1851 race around the Isle of Wight won by America of the New York Yacht Club, isotopes composition, bronze coloring methods, coffee grounds meaning, and mumps vaccine.
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Isle of Wight
English Channel
America
New York Yacht Club
Royal Yacht Squadron
Cowes
England
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