Brown Urges Keeping Water Bond and Reapportionment Separate
Gov. Brown urged that the water bond proposal and the reapportionment issue be kept apart in the campaign. He warned against “package deals” as Southern and Northern Californians face a likely November vote. Brown said water is the state’s paramount issue and should not be sacrificed to争 any unrelated battle. He warned against log rolling and urged voters to study each issue on its merits.
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The Transportation Tax from War to Peace Endures
The war time transportation tax on passenger tickets persists in peacetime systems. It was meant to curb civilian travel for armed forces space, but now raises federal revenue while burdening travelers. The tax penalizes personal travel and favors business deductibility, harming tourism and national defense. Repeal advocates gain support.
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Space Race compared to Memorial Day motor classic satire
Senator Soaper compares the space race to a crowded Memorial Day 500 mile race on a tight track, noting it's hard to see who leads. The piece also hints at an actor with no plans to portray Mark Twain and comments on risk taking among youths. It laments publicity shunters hiring press agents and wishes New York success with the upcoming world’s fair while humorously mentioning souvenir spoons.
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Will Vaugran
Long Beach Frontrunners and Farewells in a City Recall
Long Beach news notes Rev. Stuart LeRoy Anderson resigns after seven years as First Congregational pastor to lead Pacific School of Religion in Berkeley. He will deliver a farewell sermon June 18. Voters rejected the Lang bus franchise and re elected five incumbents in a municipal primary with 30,708 of 56,748 registered voting.
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Public Forum Letters on census pay and religion raise concerns
A reader laments the low pay and long hours of the 1960 census, describing hardships and limited reimbursement, and questions support for patriotic service. Another letter discusses Kennedy's bid for the presidency and the loyalty of Roman Catholics, arguing for equal civic duties and endorsing Lyndon Johnson. Amy Hodgson, 629 Olive Ave, signs.
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Keep Those Flags Flying Nostalgia Letter To Editor
A reader thanks the community for displaying the flag on holidays and urges keeping the patriotism alive. The letter emphasizes teaching children the holiday's purpose beyond no school and trips and expresses pride in the country. Signed by E. F. Watson of 608 W 38th St.
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Question on copyright and trademark for book titles
A book title cannot be copyrighted but its contents are protected. A single book title cannot be registered as a trademark, but a set or series name may qualify as a technical trademark.
Go to Moscow or Cancel Visit Amid Khrushchev’s Insults
Eisenhower faces pressure to postpone his planned Moscow trip as Khrushchev challenges the visit. The Soviet leader says he would not welcome the President, citing espionage flights and Hungary. Washington stresses deterrence and readiness while noting Bern officials were arrested for spying.
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Butler Favors Gore as Democratic Convention Chairman
Virginia Kelly reports Democratic factions discuss Paul Butler backing Sen Albert Gore as permanent chairman of the 1960 convention. Gore, a moderate liberal with strong parliamentary skill, would balance the ticket, while a governor like Wisconsin’s Gaylord Nelson or Florida’s Leroy Collins could be the keynote or permanent chair.
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Florida
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