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Long Beach Press Telegram

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Feb 09, 1953

Page

3

Dutch Dikes Struggle On As Blizzard Harms Repairs

Amsterdam reports new blizzards hampering Holland’s dike repairs amid cold, snow, and ice. Engineers warn next flood tides on Feb 26 threaten the project while Allied air drops continue, delivering 40,000 sandbags and other gear. Princesses Beatrix Irene and Margriet join a morale effort as Queen Juliana leads a day of mourning.

Amsterdam Netherlands Holland Prince Bernhard Beatrix Irene Margriet Juliana

Travellers Group Sets Cancer Education Film

The Travellers Group will host a cancer education program at 8 p.m. Wednesday in the Knights of Pythias Hall at 1153 South St. The American Cancer Society leads the event with Dr. Benjamin Feldman providing commentary on two films. Mrs Geary Allgrim notes similar talks can be presented to any group requesting them.

United Amercial Knights of Pythias Hall South St American Cancer Society Benjamin Feldman Geary Allgrim The Cancer Society

Two Motors Stolen From Naples Garage

Two outboard motors were taken from an unlocked Naples garage. One motor was worth 200 dollars and the other 350 dollars. Jack E. Hardcastle, 72 Riva Alta Canal, reported the theft Sunday. Another garage burglary was reported by Clara E. Brown, 5636 Campé Wi, who said someone cut the hasp ring and ransacked the garage, with losses not yet determined.

Jack E. Hardcastle Riva Alta Canal Clara E. Brown Campé Wi

Insurance men meet in Long Beach regional gathering

Representatives of the Stand ard Insurance Company will gather in Long Beach on Tuesday for a regional meeting. Agency manager Fred H. Massey hosts with Raymond J. Gunn Jack M. Harris and Clifton Fycken to attend alongside several home office officials from Portland.

Standard Insurance Company Long Beach Fred H. Massey Raymond J. Gunn Jack M. Harris Clifton Fycken Portland

Press Barred From Trial of Jelke in Private Hearing

A New York judge ordered the press and public barred from a portion of the sex trafficking trial involving Jelke, 23, and a 16 year old witness. The judge cited public decency and the need to protect youth, saying the restricted hearing would seal testimony while allowing the trial to proceed in a controlled setting.

NEW York Pe Vate Society Playboy Minot F. Je Francis L. Valente Jelke Pat Ward Rete Elystaeas

Bombers Hit Industrial Areas as Jets Sweep Front

In western Korea on Monday, air forces struck a Communist industrial concentration, destroying nine buildings and damaging seven in Kyomipo. Sabre jets skimmed northwest with no Red air engagements. Ground fighting narrowed to patrol clashes as Generals Taylor and Van Fleet concluded a three day tour of the front. Van Fleet voiced the regret they did not finish the job.

Seoul Korea Fifth Air Force Kyomipo Red Air Force Maxwell D. Taylor James A. van Fleet Taylor van Fleet Eighth Army

Almond Assails Panmunjom Talks as Unpardonable

Lt Gen Edward M Almond, a senior Korean War commander, called the Panmunjom truce talks unpardonable for haranguing and delaying. In a first post retirement interview with U S News and World Report he said the ceasefire process at that time showed the Chinese and North Korean forces on weak legs and doubted the value of negotiations.

Washington Edward M. Almond Panmunjom Almond U. S. News World Report Amond Korea North Korea

Thieves End Vacation Before Pair Starts It

Donald Morrison's plans for a trip were disrupted when burglars removed two suitcases from his unlocked car parked at 835 Cherry Ave. The bags contained clothing and gear valued at about 500 dollars, taken Sunday night before the planned departure.

Donald Morrison Cherry Ave Buckglars Morrison

Mystery freighter to San Pedro after tow from Baja

The 53 Fairhope, grounded off San Benito Island, is being towed by two tugs toward San Pedro Harbor. FBI investigators will board there if murder is proven, with jurisdiction depending on where the crime occurred.

San Benito Island Baja California Fairhope San Pedro Harbor Coast Guard FBI Shorty H. T. Hallman Carl Thurmond Sibley U.S High Seas Pacific Towboat, and Salvage Co Long Beach Kanak

Wind Storms Batter Southland For Second Day

Winds gusting up to 50 miles per hour toppled trees caused fires and vehicle damage across the Southland. Power outages hit Glendale. gusts shattered windows in Hollywood. officials warned small craft and coastwise vessels as coast guardians conducted two rescues. Forecasters said fair weather would return by Tuesday with highs near 85.

Long Beach Coast Guard Newport Beach San Pedro Pacific ‘Ave Victor Proctor Grand Ave Jerry L. Johnson Euclid Ave William L. Luxton Albani Pl Recreation Park Golf Course Southland Glendale Los Angeles Hollywood Griffith Park Hollywood Blvd

Korea Depe Use Worries Military

U S Army and Air Force officers fear a new Korea War casualty type an addiction to narcotics. Reports show twelve to fifteen soldiers and airmen are tried monthly by general courts martial on narcotics charges with many offenders convicted. Narcotics are cheaper in Korea and peddlers sell heroin on the streets. Marijuana production is noted.

Seoul U.S Army Korea Army Criminal Investigation Division United States

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