Ridder Newspaper Masthead and Editorial Staff
A fragmented masthead shows Hermas H Ridder as Publisher Sasiwel Cameron as General Manager and Walter U Pols Pilliam W. Brocia as Editor Miakels Epliy as Assistant Blitop Dow OM as Editorial Davie HL Ridder Co Publisher Besiaed J Ridder Jr.y Business Manager Miles B Sines Executive Edisor Sterling Bewin Managing Editor Page Editor with a partial telephone line 435-1161 and page label PAGE B.2
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Hermas H. Ridder
Sasiwel C. Cameron
Mandger
Walter U
Pols
Pilliam W. Brocia
Miakels Epliy
Davie HL. Ridder
Besiaed J
Miles B. Sines
Sterling Bewin
Beware of double swindle by Max Rafferty in California race
A local editorial accuses Max Rafferty of disloyalty to the United States and California, citing draft deferment appeals and feuds with the State Board of Education. It denounces his campaign tactics against Alan Cranston and Thomas H. Kuchel, urging voters to guard against deceitful rhetoric in the closing days of the campaign.
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United States
State Board of Education
Thomas H. Kuchel
Rafferty
Long Beach
Alan Cranston
Ruchel
Max Rafferty
U.S
Congress
Craig Hosmer
Richard T. Hanna
Chet Holifield
Joseph M. Kenrick
C. George Deukmejian
James 4. Hayes
Mike Cullen
Carley V. Porter
Joe A. Gonsalves
Vincent Thomas
Ken Cory
Robert H. Burke
Municipal Court
Joan Dempsey Klein
Harold J. Ackerman
Endorsement and ballot measures for the 1968 election
The piece argues for high turnout to reflect the popular will, endorses Nixon for president, and backs Alan Cranston for U.S. senator along with several congressmen and state officials. It highlights Prop 14 for tax relief, Prop 9 for defeat, and supports Prop 1, Prop 3, Prop 5, Prop A, Prop B, Long Beach Props L and M as major measures.
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California
Long Beach
Open Forum questions school flooring choice at Long Beach
The letter argues the Elizabeth Hudson Elementary School report overstated carpet costs and tile maintenance. It claims vinyl asbestos tile lasts 20 to 30 years, far exceeding carpet life, and that tile would have saved money enough to add an extra classroom. It urges reevaluation of cost comparisons and maintenance.
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Elizabeth Hudson
Long Beach
Franklin
End of a confusing campaign debate underscores Nixon edge
A New York Times Service analysis argues the campaign failed to clarify major issues and deepened division. It credits Nixon for highlighting Democratic failures and questions whether his presidency would resolve domestic unrest, war, and trust in government.
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New York Times
Wasitington
Nixon
Humphrey
Congress
Nixon era mood tests the democratic idea in the election
The piece argues Nixon's claims of order and peace reflect a public mood that blames Johnson era unrest and Vietnam protests. It weighs whether Nixon can deliver change, noting voters face a complex choice about national interest, character, and future policy beyond party lines.
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House
Nixon
Johnson
Vietnam
Southeast Asia
Humphrey
White House
Voters face quadrennial duty amid noisy campaign clash
On Tuesday voters confront their presidential choice amid a tumultuous campaign. The piece notes debates over issues and contrasts Nixon with Vice President Hubert Humphrey, underscoring the high stakes and political tension of the race.
Debate absence and party philosophy shape 1960s campaign
A political essay contrasts John F. Kennedy Nixon debates of 1960 and Johnson's lack of debate in 1964 with Nixon and Humphrey. It argues the core split is views on government size, welfare, and spending. Nixon favors decentralization and private enterprise while Humphrey pushes centralized liberal reform. It urges voters to choose Nixon for change.
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Washington
White House
Nixon
Supreme Court of the United States
Johnson
John E. Kennedy
Hebert Humphrey
Humphrey
Hubert Humphrey
Dick Nixon
Nine weeks campaign too long says Washington Star
A Washington Star Service on the road argues nine weeks of presidential campaigning in 1968 is excessive. It urges Congress to ban September campaigning, retire nominees to quiet study, and notes the toll on candidates and press alike. It critiques Nixon and Humphrey, contrasting conduct and rhetoric amid the campaign barrage.
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Washington Star
Congress
High Sierras
Nixon
Humphrey
Sidewalk Senate Do Trading Stamps Influence Shopping
A Long Beach City College survey asks Linda Stanley Elmore Stewart and Cynthia Stipe if trading stamps affect buying. Students on sale seeking value prefer ads and discounts over stamps, noting the time and spending needed to fill stamp books.
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Steve Kneip
Long Beach
Long Beach City College
Linda Stanley
Elmore Stewart
Cynthia Stipe
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Mae Oe Editorial
Teoterie
George Wallace
Richard Nixon
Open Forum
James Reston
State Department
Richard M. Nixon
Hubert Hum
John
Jonson
Barry Goldwater
Stumphrey-Nixon
Waukegan
Opinion
James Kilpatrick
Eugene McCarthy
McCarthy
Lyndon Johnson
Cincinnati
Goldwater
Richard
Jess Fosdick
Richard Miltown
Adolf Hitler
Britain
Dunkirk
Mr. Truman
Harold Miller
Jane Adams
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