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Newspaper
Long Beach Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1955
Page
21
Betty Jo Manning shares how slimming from 214 to 140 pounds reshaped her face and life. She notes newfound confidence, friendships, and respect, crediting Miss Pat Walker’s weight loss program on the West Coast. The method promises private personalized service and results in 10 days for many women.
A teen writes about strict parental rules on dating, limited outings, and family interference. Her Marine boyfriend prompts gates of concern as she longs to finish school and date more freely. The advisor gently counsels patience and adaptation to parental discipline.
Advertising copy for pattern 4825 promises a no side placket sundress that sews quickly with no alterations needed, suitable for shorter fuller figures. Includes yardage for 33-inch fabric and half sizes 14% 16% 20% 21 with illustrated instructions and sizing notes.
A discussion notes velveteen raincoats as practical alternatives to dreary weather outerwear. The piece notes the coat’s charm and ability to pass as a dressy option on clear days, while suggesting velveteen as a functional answer for poor weather.
A didactic note extols garlic’s claimed benefits for voice intellect and complexion, then offers multiple practical kitchen tips. From crushing in potato salad to garlic butter for bread and meat, it covers ways to flavor and preserve foods, plus cautions about burning.
About 30 members and friends of the Cutter Club of Long Beach First Presbyterian Church gathered Saturday for a barbecue dinner and social in the patio garden of Mr and Mrs Thomas W Gough at 2815 Ostrom Ave. The club, affiliated with National Mariners of Presbyterians, is one of several groups at the church. Planning the evening were William D Welch, Martin Jorgenson and George Johnson, with special guests former Long Beach residents Mr and Mrs Charles Redsburn of Downey.
Bea Ann Hancock deputy grand matron of the Tist district of the Order of Eastern Star was honored by 56 OES members and friends at a reception at Monte Vista Masonic Temple. She is noted for extensive fraternal activity and past leadership roles in multiple chapters and orders. The event featured a garden beehive motif with June Kair as general chairman and Inez Cutler with Clarence Prouse presiding.
The piece argues success requires effort and discipline across life areas, then offers a simple three-part fitness exercise to slim the waist improve posture and boost mood. It invites readers to request leaflet No. 57 from Josephine Lowman through the Press Telegram.
The reader is urged to reconsider a crepe dress and girdle combo as it sits. A tight waistline and stressed seams reveal lumps when seated, prompting a switch to a different girdle for a smoother silhouette.
A dated advertisement extols Zonite as a superior feminine hygiene douche claiming germicidal deodorant protection, safety to tissues, and quick germ removal. It warns against weak mixtures, urges use as directed, and advises medical consultation if conditions persist.
A search extending into California continues on Monday August 22 1953 as authorities pursue leads in a case involving TELUS RAM-B-S. The investigation centers on multiple agencies coordinating from local offices and distant liaison points.
Mrs James M Patterson wife of the newly appointed Christian Education minister was guest of honor at a luncheon at the home of Mrs Thomas W Gough 2815 Ostrom Ave Long Beach The Gough home featured a garden theme with flowers and candles card playing followed the luncheon The hostess is the wife of the superintendent of First Presbyterian Church School and the Petrsons recently moved from Salt Lake City to Lakewood Plaza
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