Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Long Beach Press Telegram in Long Beach, California

We have 16,224,693 pages in California

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 24 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Long Beach Press Telegram

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Feb 28, 1948

Page

2

Invites Issued For Denying Red Charge In Hollywood Case

Wallington Bedford subcommittee prepared invitations for more than 100 persons to appear and defend themselves against accusations of Communist affiliations. The process targets members tied to the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees and rival groups under the Conference at Studio Unions.

Wallengton Bed Car Kearns Ie Group Hollywood The International Alfiance Matthew Levy Nyon ALF Hik

Swedes Fear Finn Plight

Stockholm reports concern as newspapers debate Finland's defense proposal and potential pact with Russia. The conservative press urges restraint while noting Sweden and Scandinavia face indirect risk from regional tensions amid mounting margin calls and border state disruptions.

Stockholm Oas Rusala Finhind Syonaka Dupeblader Finland Derissa Sweden Scandinavia Gulf of Plyland Black Sea Morgentidningen

Veterans and community events in Sunset Beach area

Local briefs list a Foxhele Club event tonight in Sunset Beach hosted by veterans and auxiliary units with a public invitation and a 4:30 p.m. Wisconsin State Society covered-dish dinner at 728 Elm Ave presided by Agnes Howitt. Related items note a poetry figure’s death in Santa Prue and a district finals event of the American Legion oratorical contest at Lynwood High School Long Beach with candidate Yvonne McFinle representing St Anthony's Girly.

Wisconsin State Society Elm Ave J. O. Knutson Wl Badgers Seth Lynjwoort High School Long Beach Yvonne McFinle St. Anthony's Girly Miph Selon Rael i Margen Post Somer T. F. McCardwill Legionnaires

Music Program at Grace Methodist Church February Event

The February music program at Grace Methodist Church is scheduled for tomorrow evening. The Mothersingers Chorus and the Parent Teachers Association will present the program, assisted by soloists and the Merriettes. Both groups are under the direction of Arnedahl, with Louise Kint as pianist.

Grace Methodist Church Mothersingers Parent-Teachers Association Merriettes Arnedahl Louise Kint

Guatemala accuses Britain of hostile actions during Caribbean dispute

Guatemala denounces British moves in the Belize area amid a confrontation over colonial claims. British ships Sheffield and a second cruiser were dispatched or ordered to leave, with officials calling the actions precautionary. Guatemala claims strong support from Latin American neighbors and stresses willingness to defend its claim.

Belize British Honduras Foch Sheffield Guatesmala Joe Devonshire Kingston Daimater Bele Guatemala Offielatt Sheffyld's Inn Willar ‘Tennant British West Indies Edward Gerald Hawkesworth Foreign Ministry Great Brie Menten No O United Nations PanAmericansUnion

Ex King Obstacle to Progress Highlighted in War

WARSAW Feb 28 Premier Petww Croxt says ex King Minal was an obstacle to progress in Rompenitity. He argues there is no need to shed crocodiled ears over his abdication. Mubai plans to renounce his dedication next week amid threats of force. He is due in Paris Monday to meet French politicians, travels from Luxembourg with Princess Anne of Bourbons, and later tours the United States.

Warsaw Rormanikin Petww Croxt Minal Mubai Umilnd Paris French Politiers Juntos Dhe Luxembourg Anne of Bourbons United States

Freedom Train opens as officials greet visitors

Historic Lore notes the train tour begins with Mayor Burton W. Chace accepting the train for the city. Boy Scouts post the Colors while Deputy City Attorney Joseph Lamb and others stand in ceremony. Entrance is free on a first come basis, with an expected turnout of up to 1,000 daily and 12 hours of public viewing.

Cypy Tab Foundation Burton W. Chace Josep B. Lamb Ehair Ove Fiat Down Freedom Train Crarr

Cleaners Gather See Demonstrations at Local Event

Several hundred dry cleaning and laundry operators attended demonstrations of new dry cleaning methods last Thursday at J. F. Langan Co in Long Beach. Miss Laura Hermans and representatives of BL Glover Equipment Co and Parker Roiler Co conducted the sessions. The new equipment will remain on permanent display in Long Beach at J. F. Langan Co.

J. F. Kangann Anaheim Laura Hermans BL Glover T Equipment Co Kansia Guy Parker Roiler Co Ben Angeles Long Beach J. F. Langan Co

Railman predicts era of prosperity during postwar boom

LOS ANGELES February 28 R B White president of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad told reporters in a visit here that four or five years of good times lie ahead. He cited a drop in commodity and stock markets but forecast continued prosperity as construction rises, noting the postwar depression followed by slack building.

Los Angles R. B. White Batimore and Ohio Railroad Wille

Retirement pension request studied by city council

Referred to the city attorney yesterday by the City Council is the application of Polliaman O. A. Sinton for retirement pension under the defunct Bolts fire retirement system. Sinton has served the city for 22 years, according to the application.

Polliaman O. A. Sinton Bolts Fire Retirement System Sinton Hha

Revival Being Held by Wear Minister Assembly of God Church

A revival meeting conducted by the Wear minister Assembly of God Church Wyoming and Locust Streets under Rev Earl D Bun son and Rev Louie Steltvecht. The meetings continue next week with Sunday School arranging transport and Westminster 7393 references.

Wearminster Assembly of God Church Wyoming Locust Sts Earl D

Philosophy Cited as Aid in Keeping Mental Balance

Long Beach City College philosophy instructor Stephens C Tornay spoke to the Lions Club on The Paychotherapeutic Uses of Philosophy. He urged philosophy as a preventive and guiding force for mental balance, offering perspective, purpose, and defense against psychoneuroses.

Stephens C. Tornay Long Beach City College Lions Club Tielovd de Tarnwinter

Actor Runs Away After Spanking

New York reports nine year old Gimes Grimes vanished after his mother paddled him for playing hooky from school. Mrs Margaret Grimes told parties the boy has been missing since Thursday, soon after a Broadway show actor Ke Shesik James warned her.

New York Gimes Grimes Margaret Grimes Shesik James

Revival Opens in Westminster Under Mission Church Sponsorship

Evangelist J Sealt from Pomona joins a weeklong revival at The new Southern Baptist Church Mission, Westminster. Rev J M Carpenter serves as pastor for the Myenew program as nightly services are held at Out Fellows Hat, Westminster Blvd, under True Memorial Church of Long Beach sponsorship.

J. Sealt Pomona WHL Westminster Tecontiv Truet Memorial Church of Long Beach J. M. Carpenter Westminstey Blvd

Education Seen as Adventure Inspires Future Teachers

At a Prem id Lavrer meeting speaker Tairdan outlined three incentives to attract recruits to teaching: higher pay job security and care. He urged providing information and experience to students considering teaching, sponsored by the Natoma Palen Association.

Mat Leachers Mig Clyden Phomas Long Reach Victo Premid Lavrer Tairdan Ele Amd Ba Akemiind Prompht Larprer Yy Oobrogatehopler Natoma Palendon” Asseghitian Virdel Poss Lock Group

Gag Costs Man Year in Jail

Franklin B. Allen twenty four, a telephone installer, was found guilty of attempted extortion by St Jurgh Superior Court after jurors last night concluded he threatened to harm a woman and her home unless she paid him money. Miss Gibson testified Allen claimed to help a friend and arranged a meeting at a downtown intersection.

Franklin B. Allen St Jurg Ht Aten Allen

Pageant to Be Repeated Sunday in Mount Vernon

The article states a pageant will be repeated on Sunday at Mount Vernon with Edward Campbell credited as father of the original event. It honors George Washington and highlights Beals and Verpien in a ceremonial reenactment tied to Washington's life and ideals.

Byterlan Chuvell Norroay Cadotine Foy Pradne Ie Mount Verpien Beals George Washinguus Edward Campho Faither George Wishington Ted

Leap Year Bachelor Fines Mark Aurora Celebration

In Aurora on Leap Year Day 1928, bachelors faced fines after a citywide prank event. Several men pled guilty to bachelor status violations, paid fines, and were sentenced to front-dap penalties while girls celebrated with flowers and gifts. The event concluded with a thwarted wedding plan and the couple nearby.

Swehelors Mego Ehy Ely Ghia Podlee Jyigiatrite Rene Younpos Caimely Vhey Crelo Andy Gil Othey George BR. Matyas al Owas Dimila Vesa

IParks Pact Claim Sparks Testimony in Film Race

Los Angeles reports actor Lanny PROGR Ginerie testified in federal court that Parks discussed casting for The Joist Story and threatened to block other roles unless a seven year salary plan reached $800 weekly rising to $1500. The testimony cites coercive tactics and monetary demands by a talent scout.

Los Angeles Ut A Columbus Studia Exoeithye Lanny Progr Ginerie Alante Treas Maxwall Arnow Stutia Cart Parks Ming

Woman appeals for stolen articles at Orange County cafe

Woman appeals for stolen articles after her purse was taken while dining at Bergh cafe. She says she handed over about $18 and a savings bond for safekeeping and requests help locating her valuables. Witnesses identified the suspect as Lynn Ro. BMatehde of 1245 Poppy Street, Long Beach. Orange County sheriff's office urged to assist.

Bergh Cafe Ishog Torsuy Lynn Ro Orange County Sheriff's Isiue

City Authorizes Building Lease for Storage Property

City Council approved a one year lease with O. J. Wells to use buildings on the Delgarda property for storage. Wells will pay 50 dollars monthly as part of the agreement tied to Long Beach Blvd. bridge-related works.

Barket O. J. Wells Delgarda Guy du Long Beach Blvd Brides iWells

Kin of Penn Has Quaker's Volume Arrival in town

Kin of Penn seeks a Quaker volume titled So Crops No Crown by James Lister causing Hunovor M Penn to unearth William Pray's copy. The eighth edition prints a personal Quaker message urging readers to glorify God and seek the soul’s salvation, detailing the Holy Cross as the path to God's kingdom.

Hunovor M. Penn William Pray Willi Pro Janes Lister Christ

Meyers Hesitates on Testimony at Trial

Meyers not sure if he will testify at his trial on charges of fraud and aiding a crime. The defense team led by Robert Trustivell argues the state’s case lacks crucial evidence and presses for limits on cross examination while Meyers faces questions over his possible cooperation.

Meyers Mal Benuwitti Walther Mandy de Marre Ean Meyer Persary

Britain completes evacuation of India ends voyage amid war

Fragmentary report notes Britain finishing India evacuation as ships depart Bombay and other ports. Mentions attention to transport, transportation and press dispatches from Melbourne and Australia. Lacks clear names and dates due to damaged text.

Britain India

Also Mentioned on This Page

Czech West Urattere Medan Seky Mnamia Mitaktok Garin Oeuany Nik Stefan Osusky Tateition Farban AmanetMt Mrrant Eduard Bones Cacisian Communistit Klement Gottwald Ceschonavakin Soviet Union Sedy Eurrope Czechoslovakia Europe Dr. Benes Gotthard Russia Caat Redordo Beach Californie IL. & M. Investment Corp Waser Emarald Redongo Beach Promlar Ernett Glover Press-Telegram Beltone Burton Beltone Mleeting Aldangers FF Mian Bldg Dative Vanight Seal Beach Poreign Wu Foxhele Sunset Beach Longr Reneh Santa Pru Street & Smith W. A. Bunehton Bush News Grace Methodist Fey Ae Os Business Chang Duggle Tarals Matehls Auditorim Taright Railman Hehmess Givia Gould Grimditch Grea Jay Gould Frank Baar Phoenix Baer Vateran Blake Brophy J. Marcel Johnson Associated Press University of Tornay Los Angeles County Bruce Mason Chile Thomas Meyo Mika Andrey Cerreghina Poly High Sehant Edward L. Shaw ACE Sewing Machine CO Aurora Iparks Exec Springboard Tomolmows Penn Bombay Luda Bey Australie Sherry’s Fine Foods Ocean Blvd Oiran Senter E. Ocean Slvd
Search Courier

Search the Long Beach Press Telegram Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Long Beach Press Telegram?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication