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Newspaper
Ukiah News
Location
Ukiah, California, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1956
Page
11
The Ukiah city manager dispute hinges on a clash between the council and its hiring, with calls for formal reasons for seeking Keene's resignation before April’s election. The piece urges delaying action until the incoming council, and to define duties in writing, or consider form changes.
A reflective piece recalls War ner Brothers film The Court Martial of Billy Mitchell and the enduring debate over air power led by General Billy Mitchell. The author, recalling the 1920s, notes fascination with air warfare concepts and critiques the army and navy’s neglect of his forecasts. The narrative frames early aviation strategy within a historical lens.
The reader is reminded of the World War II era aviation general Billy Mitchell and his controversial theories as the piece praises a motion picture about his court martial. The writer, recounting naval battles and admirals, frames the film as high order entertainment.
General Chairman Ed Groves reports strong interest with at least two entrants likely. The Ukiah pageant on April 20 feeds winners into the Miss California Pageant in Santa Cruz. Winners receive a 250 dollar scholarship, gold cup, and merchandise. runners up gain prizes. Deadline to enter is April 6.
In reply to March 1 1956 concerns the Ukiah Junior Chamber of Commerce states a Miss Redwood Empire pageant must finish early for California Pageant prep. They plan for April 20 and note the 12th District Fair in August. They emphasize scholarship support and the pageant as a prelim to Miss America.
Florence McGehee and Los Angeles area residents condemn a wave of car thefts and tire slashing by youths led by a 14 year old. The piece questions family failure and psychology, urging firm punishment to deter future crimes and prevent harsher outcomes.
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