End the Nonsense on Mississippi March
Opinion argues the 500 marchers should replace public demonstrations with constructive action. It highlights tutoring programs, United Way, and church and civic efforts in Long Beach and the Deep South as real steps toward better racial relations. James Meredith warned against turning marches into publicity stunts. the piece calls for opening opportunities for all Americans through practical outreach.
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Men Need Hiding Places for Boys Clubhouse Reform
London committee proposes modernizing Boy Scouts and scrapping military gear while dropping the word Boy. It suggests older boys join Girl Guides, prompting a call for male spaces to avoid feminine influence.
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Open Forum Letter Supporting Safe Driving Training
A reader, Karen from 3569 Karen Ave, argues that long accident-free records by her father John N Russell and other relatives justify waiving penalties on drivers with clean histories. She proposes insurance companies fund qualified instructors to teach safe operation to reduce accidents and save millions in California.
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Greyhound Lines
Corers
California
Indians Need a Break
A reader voices support for ending forced removal and criticizing government overreach into minority rights, urging better treatment of Native Americans. The letter also discusses birth privacy and spousal presence during childbirth, arguing for shared decision making between partners.
Against Fluoridation Editorial by Walter Stoermer
The piece argues against adding fluoride to public water, calling it legally dubious and ethically improper. It claims fluoridation harms individual medical autonomy, burdens taxpayers, and profits from questionable schemes.
Grant Bows Out of Public Life After 50 Busy Years
Long Beach’s William S. Grant retires from the City Council on July 5 after more than five decades of public service. He will devote time to real estate firms, manage his brokerage, oversee properties, and volunteer in civic groups while planning a lengthy trip that may include Mexico and parts of the Far East. He reflects on a career split between Union Oil sales and public office, noting the ongoing challenge of selling oneself in both business and politics.
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Ethel Walter
Iowa
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Lewis R. Reese
Long Beach Leader Bill Grant Remains An Active Victor
The longtime Long Beach figure Bill Grant reflects on a career shaping city politics and development. From assembly to council, he navigated cross party ties, blocked a seizure bill, and championed Long Beach State College and freeway changes while planning a move to Galaxy Tower.
Kuchel Faces Going as State GOP Grows Critical
Senator Kuchel, aged 55, confronts a fracturing California Republican Party as conservatives gain ground after Ronald Reagan’s gubernatorial win. His resistance to major nominees since 1962, including Nixon, and a feud with the conservative wing threaten his bid for Senate Republican leadership and re election prospects in 1968 amid party realignment.
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Washington ‘Star
Senate
Thomas Kuchel
California
Kuchel
Everett
Ronald Reagan
Kok
Richard Nixon
Nixon
Pierre Salinger
Murphy
Salinger
Reagan
GOP
Gaylord B. Parkinson
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Robert Byrd
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California Republicans drift as Kuchel weakens Reagan bid
Edward Murphy defeats Salinger without Kuchel aid, boosting Murphy in California GOP. Kuchel's support for Reagan fades amid clashes with conservatives and moderates. He skips unity dinners and key events, angering allies while Christopher's gubernatorial bid flounders. Parkinson scolds Kuchel. Kuchel retorts humorously.
Embittered student trims beard as he returns home
A fragment notes a college student, uneasy about his semester, shaving his beard before going home, while recalling a home pool and garden hose summers. The piece mentions Old Doc with hand-stitched work and a Columbia University scientist with an sleep-inducing device. An LSD experimenter says one third of college students use staff, affecting perception.
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