Editorial A Victory for Reds Delights the Public Silence
The Supreme Court narrowed the Smith Act by freeing 14 California Communists and ordering new trials for nine others, challenging Congress and prosecutors. Critics fear liberal rulings impede anti subversive actions while benefiting Communist aims, raising doubts about whether such victories truly aid American values.
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Senate Demos Turn Foreign Policy Into Partisan Football
Washington scrutiny centers on Democratic hesitation to let Senate members join a disarmament mission in London. The piece argues party politics threaten bipartisan action and U.S. foreign policy unity, likening current behavior to past partisan stances during major international efforts.
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Senior Councilman Gets Mayor's Job
Ray Kealer, completing his 10th year on the Long Beach City Council, is chosen as mayor for the new term starting July 8. A petroleum engineer, he brings technical expertise to oil and city issues and can devote the time and resources required for the role.
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Chase
Ray Kealer
Kealer
Britain Faces Manpower Shortage Sparks Government Tradeoffs
William Broom reports Britain grapples with a deep manpower shortage as BOAC and Canadian National Railways offer travel and financial incentives to attract workers abroad. Despite rising labor force growth, unemployment remains high, and recruiting declines threaten conscription plans. Women entering the workforce are cited as a major factor in wage restraint.
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Press-Telerram Virgton Bureau
Europe
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British Overseas Airways Corp
British Isles
Commonwealth Nations
United States
Canadian National Railways
Canada
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Paul
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Defense
Duncan Sandys
Treasury
Britain
What Others Are Saying About Global Welfare Push
A reader voices fatigue with global do gooders pressing U. S. citizens to fund worldwide welfare schemes, arguing against upending hard-earned American dollars and criticizing extensive aid efforts.
Travel bragging hazards in a vacation warning
A compact admonition against ostentatious travel and flaunting a lavish itinerary. It notes the fatigue, cost, and potential loss of friends from conspicuous journeys. The piece playfully cautions staying home may preserve harmony and comfort over grandiose trips.
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Rome
Democrats Doubt Dulles Adenauer Pact With Stalin
Doris Fleeson reports Democrats see a hidden link between John Foster Dulles and Konrad Adenauer guiding disarmament talks in London. They believe Dulles will block observer participation and that Humphrey’s presence would risk civil rights legislation. Democrats prefer quiet delegation while considering Stassen and Adenauer’s strong ties to the United States.
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John Foster Toulles
Konrad Adenauer
West Germany
London
Germany
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Adenauer
United States Alley
Mr. Rules
Soviet Union
Dulles
Senate
Mike Mansfield
Montana
Foreign Relations Committee
Hubert M. Humphrey
Minnesota
Sen. Humphrey
Harold Stassen
Just Folks by E A Guest Foolish Boy to Foolish Man
A short verse reflects on a boy who grows into a foolish man and echoes the speaker's own hidden folly. It contrasts youthful behavior with mature likeness, hinting at self-knowledge and concealment. The piece centers on identity and personal flaw.
Long Beach recollections span decades and humor
A reflective Long Beach note recalls a 16 year ago visit by Col Jesus Villamor of the Philippines Bureau of Aeronautics, while 20 years ago a DeMolay convention drew 400 delegates and a 30 year old theater scene at Hoyts on the Pike highlighted Jack Russell’s company with Evelyn DuFresne and others.
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Republic of the Philippines
Long Beach
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Washington, D. C
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Southern California
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All Saints Episcopal Church
Robert B. Gooden
Jack Russell
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Theater On the Pike
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San Francisco
Evelyn DuFresne
Tune Dwan
Millie Pedro
Freddie Pierce
Ted Almark
Golden Gate Girls
Russell Trio
Public Forum Letter Policy Note
A public forum brief states letters must be under 250 words and include bona fide signatures and addresses. It allows editorial edits for taste or space savings and notes that signatures and addresses are required for publication.
Reducing Interest and Budgets in 1950s Tax Policy
Letter argues federal budget and interest costs rise under 1950s policy. Cites 1952 goal to cut spending to 60 billion, 1958 interest at 7.3 billion, 270 billion national debt, and 2.49 to 2.67 percent rates. Claims banks and large investors benefit,VA mortgage rate rise to 5 percent costs veterans, and criticizes administration and bankers.
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Eisenhower
Dulles
Treasury
Congress
Republican Party
Dick" Nussell
Eucalyptus
Believe Only What Is Proved Opinion Letter From Press Telegram
The Forum letter by Floyd Ralston is criticized for misunderstanding the author's comments yet praised for provoking heat. The writer denies familiarity with the Daily Worker and Communist Propaganda and emphasizes thirty years of reading history to form judgments. The piece argues events have causes and reasons, likening the past to a jigsaw puzzle.
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Daily Worker
Local resident cites concerns over public safety
A San Pedro resident Marianne Taylor of 538 W 15th St criticizes city handling of safety issues, arguing that ignorance and poor reasoning undermine community trust and public policy.
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15Th St
San Pedro
Thankful Readers Praise Billy Graham Reports
A reader from Lynwood expresses appreciation for Graham News coverage of Billy Graham services in New York. The letter notes enjoyment of the reports and mentions past Billy Sunday experiences, signing as T. B. Short.
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Billy Graham
New York
Parakeet Health Risks And Early Country Radio Roots
A reader asks if parakeets spread disease and a hospital declines a parakeet gift for a children's ward citing psittacosis risk from nasal secretions and droppings. The piece notes the Journal of the American Medical Association warning about dangers in keeping parrots in hospital areas. It also covers origin of Argentina's name from argentum and notes two radio programs National Barn Dance and Grand Ole Opry with their start dates.
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Journal of the American Medical Association
WLS
Chicago
WSM
Nashville
Tenn
Press Telegram Advertising and Editorial Offices Listed
The text lists executive editors publishers and newsroom staff for The Press Telegram and Ridder-Jenny advertising representatives with office locations in New York Chicago Detroit Minneapolis St Paul Los Angeles San Francisco and San Jose plus current files at Traffic Conve Advertising Representatives Metropolitan Group Inc.
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