Miss America Hunt Now Costs Million Dollars
Atlantic City officials say the Miss America Pageant has become a million-dollar-a-year beauty search. President Howard Melvin notes the event’s growth into big business, with expenses likely exceeding a million dollars as 46 states, plus Alaska Hawaii Canada and major city delegates, compete for the title. Prize package includes a car fur stoves and a TV set. the winner earns a 10,000 scholarship and a royal tour worth 50,000 to 75,000 in cash while the pageant faces at least 100,000 in travel costs.
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Miss America contestants face huge costs and lofty scrutiny
The WCTU reports the Miss America pageant entrants have accumulated significant spending including about 250000 in scholarships won by the 52 girls, a 50000 transportation bill, 50000 wardrobe costs, and 350000 in other expenses. The convention urged abstinence and anti liquor measures while electing officers and planning a yearlong Miss America tour. The pageant promises up to 75000 per winner though actual value varies with talent.
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Admiral Honored in Philippines Legion Order
Vice Admiral Wallace M. Beakley, outgoing Seventh Fleet commander, will receive the Philippine Legion of Honor Degree of Commander for meritorious service in training Philippine forces, announced Monday in Manila.
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