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Newspaper
Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1957
Page
10
The Eisenhower administration secured two key wins in the last 24 hours. Israel agreed to withdraw from Gaza and the Sinai Peninsula, and Congress approved authority for the President to use American power if needed to counter Communist aggression in the Middle East.
Citizens of Long Beach and other coastal cities learn that the Navy is actively pursuing anti submarine warfare. Adm Burke notes major program advances with Navy and National Academy of Science support. Deputy Chief Davis says Russia builds more submarines yearly than the US possesses.
Senator Soaper suggests cereal box tops could fund weapons for the army while a defense plea pushes a death ray. The piece jumbles political jabs, sports bets, and social comments, noting quirks of midcentury culture and public figures with satirical asides.
Eisenhower may invite whom he pleases to official White House receptions funded by taxpayers. The decision to exclude Senator McCarthy from a congressional reception sparked debate on party loyalty and political signaling. Wisconsin voters and La Follette's legacy are cited as factors shaping future cross-over votes and outcomes.
Paris dispatch notes Soviet students and intellectuals seeking more creative freedom post the 20th Party Congress. It argues that to build a high tech society the leadership must avoid reprisals and allow decision making, while noting a shift from inch to two inches of freedom now being rolled back.
Poetic meditation on male roles from father to grandfather. The verse traces how men assume new duties with each life stage and how time fits everyone into evolving family responsibilities. It reflects on love, joy, and the challenges of aging within family life.
Long Beach City Lines announced delivery of 45 passenger buses, tied to manufacturing pauses at Flint plants, as Ohio Rubber Co began operations at 6700 Cherry Ave with 50 workers. Nearby, port improvements and a passenger terminal project moved ahead costing 625000, while oil drilling approvals and rejections shaped city planning and zoning.
Readers urged to submit forum letters up to 250 words with bona fide signatures and addresses. Letters may be edited to fit space and for tasteful content. Bettors noted in context of forums. editors remind readers of submission requirements.
A reader from 2536 Caspian Ave voices sickness over Edison Company rate hikes. He asks when firms will stop competing on costs and calls for fair levels for workers supporting families amid rising bills.
Reader Harvey N Kirlan protests low juror pay in California at 3 dollars daily and poor courthouse seating, contrasting with rising judges salaries and support for school funding. He cites Long Beach teachers and 2 200 members as a rival group, urging discussion on jury service reform and education tax measures.
Letter argues that the California Teachers Association truly represents 90,000 teachers and notes 2445 Long Beach members with open membership listings, claiming the federation’s role in public education funding is misunderstood and misrepresented.
A reflective piece urges living in the moment and making amends while you can. It reminds readers that only current effort matters. Do not be paralyzed by past sins or others opinions. Strive to be honest, serve God and friends, and improve today.
In a quiz style feature the question asks who christened the atomic submarine Nautilus and answers Mrs Dwight D Eisenhower, noting the ceremony on January 21, 1955 at Electric Boat Co Groton. It also covers lemon selection tips and the location and age of the oldest rocks.
The Press Telegram current masthead shows Herman H. Aldser as publisher Harold M. Hinesu as assistant publisher Saravel C. Cameron as general manager Levy Goalline UP rere Bus manager H F Burmester executive editor Miles E Lines managing editor with Washington News Bureau. Ridder Jonne inc and Metropolitan Group inc listed as advertising representatives with offices in New York Chicago Los Angeles San Francisco.
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