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Newspaper
Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1960
Page
15
The Board of Education declares any student 16 or older who fails in multiple subjects due to refusal to study shall face expulsion. The rule earns praise from parents and teachers as a needed shift after the Sputnik era, promising accountability and reducing wasteful funds while stressing home and school responsibility.
Earl Kemp Long reached retirement age and won the Democratic primary runoff in Louisiana’s 5th District. The 65 year old former governor, nicknamed the pea patch philosopher, acknowledged his opponent’s campaign on his sanity while hospitalized for ptomaine poisoning.
Mr George Gallups latest report on sentiment testing purports to show Kennedy and Nixon neck and neck with about 6 percent undecided. We question its accuracy though not the pollsters integrity. The banot wagon voter is the polling places shallowest customer.
Washington reports Jackson prepares to greet Nixon while he spends two weeks in Walter Hospital with a knee infection. The episode may affect Nixon's appeal beyond Mississippi as Republicans ponder broader voter blocs, amid a long history of Southern political tumult and notable Mississippians.
The piece discusses Thruston Morton hosting a regional Southern Republican conference amid doubts about Nixon’s image. It notes fears that Nixon could gain anti Catholic sentiment and electoral votes, while Kennedy is framed as a war hero appealing to Southern voters. The text contrasts Nixon with Smith and the era’s bigotry and regional politics.
The piece recalls historic campaigns from Wilson to Roosevelt and Cox to Harding, noting how long stumping lasted and its contested value. It cites Bryan’s multiple bids and suggests modern media shift less on in-person tours, while managers still push extensive appearances for local impact.
Senator Soaper questions practicality of half measures in Cuba talks and refinery gains. A lighthearted column cites Roa Castro negotiations, shark defense tips, and a quiz on political promises with sharp one liners on foreign policy and public life.
Public letter calls out a Russian puppet regime in Cuba and critiques Western protests at the United Nations. Signatory D J Struven lists 16625 Chicago Ave, Beliftawer, advocating stronger action beyond feeble protests.
Readers John M. Kelly and H. Miller weigh in on communism and American understanding. They critique Nixon's remarks, defend informed patriotism, and urge attention to foundational American principles amid the 1960s political climate.
The article urges personal self-determination as the yearly challenge and stresses individual foresight in daily time, domestic harmony, finances, and children's happiness. It notes government expects minds responsible to the common good of the nation and hints at future election outcomes.
Press-Telegram Long Beach report identifies Comte as Advertising Representative for Metropolitan Group, Inc. The item notes affiliation and role within the agency, reflecting industry staffing details common in trade notices of the era.
Martin W Halme of 3179 Daisy Ave argues Long Beach lacks adequate facilities for smaller conventions. He compares to San Diego Mission Valley's deluxe 250 unit motels with banquet rooms, pools, golf, and night life, and notes local land along the Long Beach Freeway and East Del Amo may suit such capacity.
Enrollment in Long Beach elementary and high schools was expected to rise by 4075 students by month end. Superintendent Douglas Newcomb projected total enrollment near 39860 by October 1 as registration closed. Nearly 900 women from First Methodist Church organized the Women s Society for Christian Service with Mrs Geo W McDonald honorary president and Mrs J F Chubbie president. Salvage efforts for the Montfalcong gambling ship’s $10000 safe were planned for tomorrow as divers prepared to inspect the hull at 75 fathoms.
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