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Newspaper
Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1957
Page
6
A reader's letter prompts discussion of subsidence risks and post operation repressurization for the Wilmington oil field. The piece notes uncertainty about how fast pressures will dissipate after withdrawals end, and advocates early planning for water injection, municipal control of facilities, and observation wells to maintain pressures and prevent subsidence.
Southern California pushes ahead in new industries with semiconductors and furniture making. Hughes Aircraft cites 1957 semiconductor sales near 35 million, national 125 million. 1958 forecast 200 million. California leads in indoor-outdoor furniture styles, LA-Long Beach area tops housing growth in 1956 and expected to lead again.
Walter Tridder muses on Eisenhower, Adams, and Dewey with weary humor in a Washington column. He notes public criticism, Nixon optimism, space musings, and Hungarian reflections as he battles a flu. The piece blends idle gossip with political observations and a touch of self-deprecating humor.
A lyrical plea expresses dependence and devotion in pleading terms for lifelong fidelity. The speaker vows that life would be meaningless without the beloved, invoking imagery of the earth, sky, dreams, and breath to emphasize love’s depth and the fear of parting.
A reflective poem questions the refrain that a chosen partner is not good enough for the other. It rails against gossip and social judgment, citing the Eden story to argue that such criticism predates modern times. The speaker urges restraint and fairness in judging couples.
Ten years ago Long Beach Girl Scouts led in the flag ceremony at the 29th National Council meeting at Municipal Auditorium with 2000 delegates and visitors. Twenty years ago the city approved ongoing Long Beach Reserve Police via Disaster Council backing. Thirty years ago a test suit sought overdue pension payments to retired firefighters with 30 pensioners unpaid since the system’s collapse. Also noted are 250 delegates at a United Presbyterian Life Conference at First Friends church in Long Beach with Dr Johnston Calhoun moderating and Dr George M Tourke as speaker.
James Marlow argues that Sputnik II showcases Russia's industrial progress while Zhukov's purge signals a return to one man rule under Khrushchev. The piece warns of ongoing Kremlin infighting and limited benefits for the Russian people, with long term hope uncertain. The article notes education, a new tech class, and arms focus at the expense of living standards.
In a lively op-ed style piece, the senator muses on the rich oil magnate's apparent happiness as the United Nations marked its twelfth anniversary. The column wades through pop culture jabs about politics, health fears, royalty visits, sports praise, and timing shifts in daylight saving, all while weighing public mood and international affairs. The tone blends satire with speculative takes on energy power, media narratives, and leadership.
Politeness is praised as essential for safe driving and the family sedan is described as courteous when braking, reflecting a lighthearted, etiquette flavored view of everyday motoring.
A public forum notice outlines criteria for letters to the editor, stating they must not exceed 250 words and require bona fide signatures and addresses. It notes that letters may be edited for clarity and space, preserving the sense and allowing minor corrections for readability.
Letter to the press argues federal intervention in Little Rock 1957 Freedom Ride era disputes. Contends one step at a time interference could erode constitutional rights, noting Arkansas integration vs Kohler Wisconsin violence and urging clarity on state rights and federal power. Author Ron Weller signs with Anaheim address.
A public notice questions long term subsidence control after unitization and water injection in title lands. It raises concerns about future abandonment of the oil field, potential tax and subsidence effects, and asks what city officials will do to protect citizens in ongoing or future negotiations with major oil producers.
On October 29 the City Council rejected a request by Emmanuel Gyler and William Pillsbury of the Marina Improvement Association. They asked the council to seek the California attorney general’s approval to use tideland funds to buy land along Marine Stadium from Nieto Ave to the John Davies bridge for beautification parking and future marina expansion under city control. The author questions the council’s fears and urges retention of the land.
In a Telegraph chat from Washington, D C, Bucky Harris, then Washington Senators manager, recalled Mrs Coolidge as the most rabid baseball fan he knew in the White House. He said she attended games and sat by the Senators dugout, with players knowing her. Mrs Coolidge was described in her obituary as an ardent Red Sox supporter.
Press-Telegram lists Herman H Ridder as Publisher and Harold M Hines as Publisher to Samuel G Cameron Gent Manager Los Angeles ceiling Jr San Manager H F Burmester Editor Malcolm Entey Executive Editor Miles E Bines Managing Editor Washington News Bureau. Current files show maintained offices at Ridder-Jeans Inc New York Chicago Detroit Minneapolis Paulee East Los Angeles and San Francisco with Comic Advertising Representatives Metropolitan Group.
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