Christmas Show at Descanso Gardens Near La Canada
Free public display runs this weekend from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Descanso Gardens in La Canada. Sponsored by the Descanso Gardens Guild, the exhibit features succulent wreaths, camellia foliage, dried seed pod arrangements, abstract Christmas trees, and innovative table decorations including a rookie bamboo tree with cookies, a plywood card tree, pine cone wall trees, and a large outdoor tree from century plant bloom. Display creators include professional and amateur florists, decorative material dealers, and others showcasing varied nativity scenes, ceramics, and Italian wood carvings. Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Drive, La Canada.
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Castro Needs a Haircut Says Truman
MILWAUKEE Wis VPI Harry S Truman told about 2 000 students and faculty at the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee that Fidel Castro would be all right if he had a haircut and wore decent clothes He called the sending of American troops into Korea his toughest decision in office saying it was a United Nations decision He also explained why he fired Gen Douglas MacArthur during the Korean War
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More Regulations Could Stop Fires
A Pasadena architect argues a uniform statewide building code could have prevented the $300,000 Simpson's Garden Town fire last Monday. Edward D. Davies, Jocal 4 American Institute of Architects chapter president, says the blaze shows the need for stronger public safety and fire prevention rules in fringe areas like the county strip along East Colorado boulevard where city codes are stricter.
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Fashion Show at Shopping Center Draws Public Interest
A Harris & Frank store fashion show at Hastings Ranch Shopping Center will feature the newest styles for girls from toddlers to pre teens. Officials urge stricter building codes to prevent hazards from fires and unsafe exits.
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Americans Await Word on Cuban Defector Trial
Havana tribunal hearing Rafael del Pina of Miami on conspiracy charges that could bring the death penalty postponed its decision to Tuesday. Del Pino, once allied with Premier Fidel Castro, defected from the revolutionary movement alleging Communist infiltration.
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NAB Moves to Protect Quiz Fixes
The National Association of Broadcasters acted to tighten the television code to prevent quiz show rigging, deceptive ads, and payola amid government probes. NAB adopted amendments at a special directors meeting, aiming to ensure genuine contests and deter collusion while FCC and FTC pursue broader advertising scrutiny.
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Frenchman Must Pay for Talcum Deaths in France Case
Pharmacist Jacques Cazenave, linked to talcum powder blamed for the deaths of 73 children and injuries to 270, was sentenced to a suspended prison term in Bordeaux. The ruling underscores responsibility for product safety and consumer harm in the French case.
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Pasadena Daily News Ad Rates and Court Order Details
The Pasadena newspaper outlines ad rates and a court order from June 1926, including a 100 fine to the state and 38 000 damages against a defendant for misuse. It notes 14 victims awaiting potential damages and a separate 1 260 guarantee. In 1952, Western France families reported child deaths and poisonings.
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International baby ring nets millions in illegal adoptions
An international network, operating about three million dollars yearly, seeks children in Greece and Italy for American adoptions. Ernest A. Mitler, a New York consultant, says baby hunters have been active for two years with no law to stop them. Prices range from fifteen hundred to three thousand dollars.
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Queen of Parade Janice Wiles Named for Candy Lane Event
Santa selects 18 month old Janice Wiles as queen for the Lake Washington Candy Lane Parade themed JS Model T Holiday. Notable attendees include Mayor Peoples Kathy Kersch Mayor Ray Woods and City Director Floyd Gwinn. Communities enter miniature models, antique cars, bands and varied groups in a festive procession.
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