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Newspaper
Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1958
Page
21
The piece argues California’s voting setup is outdated and slow. It compares current precinct counting with a system that counts ballots as they are cast, advocating faster results. It dismisses compulsory voting as totalitarian and proposes Sunday elections to boost participation and reduce work for voters.
The piece warns subsidence and high tides threaten the Long Beach Naval Shipyard, risking floods and dry dock shutdowns. It calls for rapid action: protect subsided areas and halt further subsidence, with Congress ready to fund 5.5 million dollars if city injection efforts succeed.
Scientists debate sending a rocket to Mars while questions arise about when a dandruff cure might be found. The topics show broad goals in space exploration and personal care research, reflecting ongoing efforts in both fields.
Senator Soaper reports coach vows unchanged suit until victory. Ungerstung notes the team’s response remains calm, with players aware the suit is his only one. Will Vaughan Pug underscored school funding woes and alma mater ties while praising steadiness amid losses.
Readable fragments show Wilshire Christian Church in Los Angeles aligning with Dr Winfield Edson, while Rev Warner Muir moves to First Baptist pulpit in Long Beach. Immanuel Baptist’s Dr Arthur Downing and Rev George Tanstey exchange pulpits locally.
The press announces current files of The Press Telegram are maintained at multiple offices including Ridder, New York, Chicago, Detroit, Minneapolis, and Los Angeles. It lists publishers editors and advertising representatives across the network for the paper.
Washington essay examines AFL-CIO fundraising and political power, arguing unions and campaigns shape Congress. It questions legality under Taft Hartley and urges clarity on Eisenhower administration stance amid right to work debates and Mitchell positions.
General Patton Jr competed as a lieutenant in the 1912 Stockholm pentathlon, finishing fifth after strong showings in swimming cross country fencing cross country riding and pistol shooting. He beat the eventual champion in three events but scored poorly in shooting using an army revolver while opponents used target pistols.
Howard A Kenyon from 6522 Bacarro St and Eldon Angus of 4210 De Ora Way condemn the Proposals S and T as costly ventures. They argue Downtown businessmen should fund efforts to draw shoppers back and warn the plans offer glamour without clear economic benefit to Long Beach residents.
The letter argues that downtown Long Beach faces civic center problems shared by others and voters want a sound proven plan. It notes interest in methods from other cities facing decentralization and dying business districts and mentions Propositions S and T as shaky. Lang Reseh urged for up to date information to guide action.
In the November 6 Press-Telegram editorial, the writer questions what doomed Propositions and T, arguing that publicity around the ballot issues did not secure passage and implying insufficient public understanding or engagement as a cause. The piece critiques the campaign and its messaging.
A reader, Marlene Brooks of Paramount, asserts in a press telegram letter that elections ended and segregation returns, lamenting racial discrimination and arguing that God did not create all men equal, urging recognition of equal rights for all colors.
Reader Edward C. Schilling from Bellttower praises Molly Mayfield's column in the PRESS TELEGRAM for its down to earth advice and engaging handling of news items while noting not agreeing with every point. He expresses anticipation for future columns and thanks the staff.
A letter from Alex Evans at 455 Maine Ave urges stricter safety on the Nu Pike roller coaster after multiple deaths and injuries. The writer calls for mandatory rider restraints similar to other parks.
Sen. Lyndon B. Johnson aims to maintain leadership as 13 new Democratic Senators, including Alaska’s, gather at his LBJ Ranch on Dec 7 for a post election meet. The scene features Johnson’s plans for civil rights, party unity, and a liberal 6th Congress program amid tensions with figures like Russell and Douglas.
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