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Newspaper
Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1958
Page
6
A Boston industrialist’s hospitality to Sherman Adams fuels debate over public officials accepting lodging from influential figures. The piece argues Adams should avoid gifts or services that could imply influence and calls for accountability within the 1952 campaign context.
The Senate approved 10 million dollars to build five demonstration plants for converting sea and brackish water to fresh water. The goal is to improve conversion methods to operate economically, with science already proving seawater can be made drinkable. The article notes hopeful prospects for future irrigation and urban use, while urging House review before final investment.
The appellate court holds a motorist turning left at an intersection is not required to yield to all behind oncoming traffic. A driver may proceed if not creating a hazard, and is legally protected if killed after turning when no hazard existed. The ruling should comfort drivers facing such situations.
A collection of humorous newspaper snippets covers topics from shifting food prices to national symbols. It notes a predicted autumn price drop, younger demographics per UW statistics, Father’s Day learning, Salvador Dali’s 60 foot worm exhibit, and various quips about Alaska, nuclear tempo, and driving bravado reflecting mid-century wit and social observations.
A historical Q A section notes that twenty one states impose a sales tax on movie theater admissions, with rates typically two or three percent and some exemptions for lower priced tickets. It also answers questions about yaupon tea and the origin of newsboy delivery in New York City with details on Hugh Gaine and his publications.
The MacMillan visit broadens U S Britain talks to emphasize political and economic questions alongside military concerns The two nations seek to balance defense needs with plans to counter Soviet influence and bolster economic cooperation amid deficits and recession in the United States
A reflective piece urges focus on meaningful tasks over trivial details. It questions priorities such as bending to small chores like picking up paper clips, advocating concentrated effort on important matters and the value of thoughtful conversation.
Doris Fleeson discusses NATO’s Paris heartland and De Gaulle’s stance as Norstad maintains measured optimism. The piece notes dwindling wartime links, Montgomery’s mellowing, and a changing NATO with new generals ready to support a still functional alliance.
Readers are invited to submit letters to the forum with bona fide signatures and addresses. Letters may be edited for taste or to save space and should not exceed 250 words. Include full name and street address for publication.
The State of California has accepted the Hearst mansion as a state historical monument. A critical letter from Lester L Marshall complains about site shortcomings, poor facilities, and long lines for visitors, arguing the project damages the state’s prestige and implies broader economic distress. The writer cites lingering unemployment and urges better management before more tours.
George Livesey claims the word American spans a hemisphere, not just the United States, urging people to consider the broader meaning. S. H. Fulton at 1486 Elm Ave weighs in on how labeling oneself American reflects a wider national identity.
Claim notes President Eisenhower saying conditions are flattening out in a speech excerpt. The remark appears in a report on state reactions and economic outlook, reflecting cautious optimism amid ongoing policy discussions and public statements.
A group of eleven men and women who attended the old Los Cerritos District School at 1145 W. Willow returned to bid farewell as the school is set to close after the 1947 48 year due to business and traffic developments in the area. The piece recalls past reunions and changes over the decades.
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