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Long Beach Press Telegram

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Jan 07, 1950

Page

2

Embassy denies Egypt slavery tale over dancing girls inheritance

The Egyptian embassy called a report about Americans inheriting four Egyptian dancing girls a malicious lie noting slavery ended decades ago. Christopher Janus of Chicago disputed the embassy and said the issue could involve a $10 to $15 million estate from their archaeologist uncle. He floated plans to use the inheritance for American ventures including babysitting or theater work, and mentioned buying Egyptian films to fund transfers.

Egypt Janus George Christopher Chicago Nahas Studios Cairo

Municipal Band Concert Program Highlights

A Saturday program by the municipal band features a mix of classical and light selections including Verdi and Wagner inspired pieces, with overtures and a winter concert ambiance. Readers are invited to attend at the city auditorium for a varied evening of orchestral pieces and marches.

Lucas Presses End to Coal Tie-up in White House Appeal

Senator Lucas of Illinois urged President Truman to restore full coal production as winter deepened and three day mine work weeks persisted. He asked aide John R. Steelman to present all facts to the President and warned he would protest in the Senate if a five day week isn't soon restored.

Washington Truman Senate Lucas Ilinois White House Treman John L. Lewis Republican Congress Lewis J Congress Sen Jenner R.ind Illinois John R. Steelman United States Steelman United States Senate Asf

Western Reserve to Install Proxy

Western Reserve University in Stalls Dr. John Schoff Millis this afternoon as its ninth president. Millis, California-born, came last summer from the University of Vermont to succeed Dr. Winfred G. Leuter who retired after 15 years. Hospital fire at Mercy Hospital in Davenport caused 25 to 30 people to be removed. Firemen and police described heroic rescues and evacuations with two survivors found alive, while a temporary morgue was set up and identification efforts continued.

Cleveland Western Reserve University John Schoff Millis Millis University of Vermont Winfred G. Leuter Sister of Mercy Mercy Hospital Lester Schick Mars Annunziata Hospital Ine Sisters of Mercy Mary Ruth Finnerty Ottumwa Josephine Otoole I Davenport Miss O'Toole Bill Stegen Davenport Steven Fee Mississippi River

Bergman Divorces Plan Progresses in New York

Ingrid Bergman and Dr Peter Lindstrom lawyers met to finalize a divorce accord allowing her to wed Italian director Roberto Rossellini The plan potentially frees Bergman to marry while preserving funds for their daughter Pia with half of her property reserved for daughter care and support

New York Ingrid Bergman Peter Lindstrom Roberto Rossellini Miss Bergman Gregson Bauthzer Hollywood Italy Pos- Sellini Bautzer Lindstrom Laurence Brinn

Army battles Midwest floods as 4000 homeless flee rising waters

A UPI survey shows deadly winter storms killed at least 49 across the nation. Arctic air heads toward the Pacific Northwest while floods threaten Indiana Illinois Missouri and Ohio. 800 troops move from Fort Knox to Vincennes to guard a leaky Wabash River levee as numerous rivers breach banks and drive evacuations.

United Press Pacific Northwest New York City New York Pennsylvania Arkansas Fort Knox Vincennes Ind Wabash Tilmais Indiana Missouri Red Cross Ilinois St. Louis County Big Walnut Creek Columbus Ohio Cincinno Kentucky Frankfort Lockport Cumberland Licking

Navy Yard Closure Debate Draws Senators and Local Leaders

A Long Beach delegation plus Sen. Downey and Rep. Doyle pressed to rescind the yard closure. Advocates argued the decision harms Pacific Coast repair capacity and local economy, noting subsidence claims are overstated and the yard remains essential despite funding cuts.

Chiang Kai-shek’s wife to speak on radio before departure

Mme Chiang Kai-shek plans a radio address to Americans before returning to China. The flood crisis widens in Kentucky, Tennessee, Mississippi, Illinois, Indiana, Missouri as Duck River and Embarrass River surges cause evacuations. State police and conservation rescue teams deploy boats and radios to aid families, with guards assisting 25 households to higher ground.

Mme. Chiang New York Chiang Kai-shek America China Cynthia Claysville Tennessee National Guardsmen Shelbyville Nashville Mississippi Alabama Columbus Miss Indiana Ilinois Missouri Almoir Lawrenceville John Ritter Conservation Department

Tides and Temperatures Reported on Friday Surf

Long Beach Lifeguards summarize coastal conditions with sunrise and sunset times, tide highs and lows, water temperature, and calm surf status. Foregoing statistics are attributed to the Coast and Republic Survey.

Fe S Coast and Repobetic Survey Long Beach

Arms to Europe program awaits Truman action

Officials await President Truman's approval of a new Atlantic Pact defense plan. If signed, $1 billion in arms will move to western Europe within a month, with $100 million already spent and full release contingent on integration of Western European defenses. Britain seeks assurances on arms shipping and economic recovery priority.

Truman Washington Europe White House Congress America North Atlantic Council State Acheson United States Acheson Hitch Britain

Bridges Defense Challenges Major Government Witness

In San Francisco on January 7, the Bridges perjury defense questioned Lawrence Seton Ross, ex Communist editor, about his past identities and role. Judge George B. Harris ordered Ross to remain for Monday’s session while the defense casts doubt on his credibility and ties to Bridges. The witness testified to Bridges attending three Communist meetings and a New York meeting where Bridges joined the party central committee.

San Francisco Harry Bridges Lawrence Seton Ross Ross George B. Harris Memphis Tenn Bridges C. I. GO. Longshoremen's Union Robbins Robinson Ballard

Rock of Marne Unit Receives Gift Boulder

The 38th Rock of the Marne Infantry Regiment in Lewis received a one ton boulder gifted by citizens of Cheteau Thierry France. The stone, earned its nickname by stopping a German advance at the Marne in World War I, will be polished inscribed and mounted in the regimental area.

Lewis Marne Cheteau Thierry France

New Greek Premier Sees Immediate Actions

Greece's new premier John Theotokis said his new cabinet would dissolve Parliament and call a general election if needed. A decree could be issued before Monday, moving the election up from its April 9 or 16 date to late February, under the constitution requiring elections within 45 days of dissolution. ATHENS January 7 1952.

Greece John Theostokis Athens

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