Long Beach Briefs October 24 1967
Local notices and concise news items from Long Beach reflect everyday city happenings. Short items cover community events, public notices, and municipal updates with names, places, and dates drawn from today’s page.
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Newspaper
Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1967
Page
5
Local notices and concise news items from Long Beach reflect everyday city happenings. Short items cover community events, public notices, and municipal updates with names, places, and dates drawn from today’s page.
Caltech planetary scientist Dr. Bruce Murray calls Russia's Venus landing a solid achievement. Dr. William Pickering of JPL says the program is 10 to 20 times larger than the United States, prompting hopes Congress will boost funding for Venus and Mars explorations and potential pooling of space efforts. Both nations face cost strains yet see gains in possible cooperation while maintaining national security advantages.
The Associated Press reports the Spanish duchess Si donia was sentenced to a year in prison and fined $166 for leading an illegal anti U S gathering. She supported a 200 strong Almeria protest against the Palomares hydrogen bomb drop and demands larger reimbursement from the United States.
Don N Fahrenkrug of Torrance argues against welfarism and surplus stockpiles, criticizing lazy unemployment figures and calling for production reforms. He condemns shifting between free trade and protectionism, cites Hoover’s rumored spud disposal, and questions politicians including Everett Dirksen for compromising principles.
California legislators, angered by a Supreme Court order to redraw the 38 congressional districts before December, face a rushed special session starting November 6. GOP leaders hope to control the Senate leadership. debates hinge on whether Medi Cal or other subjects will be added. Some congressmen stand to gain from reapportionment while others worry about uneven county growth affecting district lines. The session, expected to cost about fifty thousand dollars weekly, aims to produce a plan quickly before year end.
A writer laments dwindling space for old fashioned mischief among youth as modern life compresses living areas and opportunities for youthful pranks. The piece reflects on changes in society and social norms.
Sydney Harris argues modern urban life with dense populations and new restrictions suppresses traditional boyish outlets. He notes physical change mirrors social shifts, with organized sport failing to satisfy deeper needs. He warns gangs threaten social order, while rural areas still offer release. He laments slums accelerate premature maturity and resentment toward society.
A reflective excerpt contrasts Mark Twain's wisdom on grief and joy with a biblical moment, noting scribes questioning Jesus while he challenges their thoughts. The passage centers on sharing joy and discerning intent in faith.
New York Times surveys French political life as Charles de Gaulle nears the end of his seven year term. It discusses presidential power, the likely succession scramble, and the roles of Georges Pompidou and Valery Giscard d Estaing in shaping the future Gaullist leadership and potential party primaries.
Russia accuses the CIA of ignoring Svetlana's secrets with sharp skepticism. Lyndon argues society stalls on today’s issues while seeking a brighter future. A village cynic on vacation notes his motel room was silent, except for his own noisy mood.
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