Long Beach Phone Prefix Change Affects 52000 Numbers
In Long Beach and surrounding areas a forthcoming prefix update will keep many five and six digit numbers, adding Hemlock or Garfield prefixes. About 52,000 numbers retain their last four digits, with some entirely new numbers issued for specific reasons. Telephones will switch to new prefixes this October as residents learn their updated listings.
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Bob Bennett
Hemrork
Garfield
Bennett
Himrock
Long Beach
Lakewood
Tim
Alamitos
Cerritos
Lakewood Lions Forum Showcases Democracy in Action
HPATLEY played last night at Lakewood Country Club for the Lions Club annual community Forum. Panelists included Judge Fred Miller Mayor George Vermilion of L. B Mayor Angelo Tszcavoni of Lakewood Dist Supervisor Deputy George Turtler and Planning Director Werner Rudhti. Citizens from two cities gathered to listen and question officials, as the Lions contribute to public information and inter-community goodwill.
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Hpatley
Lakewood Lions Club
Lakewood Country Club
Fred Miller
George Vermillion
L. B
Angelo Tszcavoni
Lakewood
Dist
George Turtler
J. B
Werner Rudhti
Lakewood Lions
Assemblyman Lyon Proposes State Purchase for Safe Boise Beach
Fullerton Assemblyman Lyon introduces a bill to have the state buy Boise Chiis Beach for public use. The proposal envisions state cleanup and transforming the site into a safe, accessible beach, replacing its current horrific condition with a better facility for residents.
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Assemblyman
Lyon
Fullerton
Boise Chiis Beach
Tots Rescued From Water Holes At Carmelitos Housing
Two more two year old boys were saved from uncovered water filled holes in Carmelitos Housing Project. Neighbors describe a dangerous area with numerous holes and rain water, pleading for protection as pipelines are dug and authorities notified.
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Phillip Scott
Carmelitas
Loren Hughes
Loren
Carmelitos
Torley- Larker
Alvin Wilson
Carmentos
Scott
Alvin
James Lor French
Leona
Former Arizona Governor to Speak at YMCA Meeting
Benard Pyle, former governor of Arizona, will deliver the principal address at a YMCA gathering in the Lafayette Hotel supper room Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. Pyle, once a noted radio voice and wartime broadcaster, will discuss youth work and the role of young people in strengthening the nation.
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Te Long Bearh
Young Alen's Christian Association
Lafayette Totel
William B. Melchtar
Benard Pyle
State of Arizona
de Vee
Pyle
Real Estates Chamber of Commerce
Pubng
Arizona
U. S
Missouri
World Security Cenk
San Francisco
United Nations
YMCA
Open School Bonds Bid Notice Feb 8
The Cotme Board of Supervisors will sell some bonds valued at 16,250,000 for the Long Gea School District to fund site purchases new facilities and renovations due to rising enrollments. Dated March 1 1955 the bonds pay from 1956 to 1965 in $1 900 denominations with bids on rates not exceeding 5 percent. The district covers 127 87 square miles with about 869 620 people and a tax rate of 0 88 percent in 1953 4.
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Cotme Board of Superiors
Somo
Long Gea
Best
Harold J. Costly
Ostly
Heartwell Park Plan in Doubt in Lakewood Lake Long Beach Panel Probes Cultural Center
Long Beach planning director Werner Rawitt questioned Thursday night the feasibility of following the F Ellwood Allen plan to develop Heartwell Park as a cultural center. The Lakewood Lions program also heard insights from Mayors Iacoboni and Vermillion, Judge Miller, and others on active recreation, housing, and potential hotel growth near Long Beach.
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Long Beach
Werner Rawitt
F. Ellwood Allen
HeartWell Park
Rawiti
Lakewood Lions Club
Lakewood
Chile
Clark Ave. Conant
Spring Sts
Lakewood Blvd
Angelo M. Iacokani
George M. Vermillion
Fred Miller
George Turner
Herbert C. Lege
Malcolm
Epl Press - Telegram
Tacakoni Sai
Sheriff's Station
Rotary
Jacoboni
Lakewood Park Corp
Carson St
Loos Beach
Iacobeni
Vermillion
Auditorium
Hilton
Conrad Hilton
Miller
Chilren
Turner
Bakison
Ieneean
Tio
Lakewood Hitches
Country Hood Cantral
Automabie
Power Squadron hosts free boating classes in Long Beach
The Long Beach Power Squadron will conduct free piloting and seamanship classes starting 7 30 p m January 31 at Franklin Junior High School corner of 6th Street and Cerritos Avenue. Ten lectures cover navigation seamanship equipment and safety at sea encouraging interested parties to enroll.
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Long Beach
Yen
Franklin Junior i High School
6Th St
Cerritos ‘Ave
Havig
Marin Compass
Bruised Boy Cyclist Hit by Car on Belmont Ave
An 11 year old boy riding a bicycle on 1th Street near Belmont Avenue was struck by a car Thursday afternoon. Richard Lev of 04532 East 15th Street received knee elbow and abdomen bruises and was treated at Seaside Hospital. Driver Larry B. Tayior, 37, of 1440 St. Louis Avenue remained at the scene.
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Richard Mr. Lev
15Th St
Belmont Ave
Larry B. Tayior
St. Louis Ave
Seaside Hospital
Patrolman Hepler Injured After Fall Before City Hall
Patrolman William J. Hepler, 39, of 122 Nimeno Ave, was injured when he fell in front of City Hall late Thursday. He was taken to Seaside hospital with back pains and remains under observation.
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Willian
Hepler
Xnimeno Ave
Four Marines Lead Dime a Step Polio March Toward Long Beach
Four Marines and veterans of the Marine Corps plan a 121 mile dime a step march toward Long Beach to raise funds for the March of Dimes. Sergeants Harry Orush Kenneth Womble Wayne Sands and Warren Flournoy will hike from San Diego to Belmont Shore collecting donations and aiming for $165,000. A radio jeep and a 214 ton truck accompany them as they travel along the Pacific Coast Highway toward Hollywood to finish on CBS television.
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Rete
Long Beach
Marine Corps Recruit Depot
San Diego
Marine
Costa Mesa
Garden Fourne
CBS
Monsey
Z. C McQueen
Speraw Named Man of the Year by Junior Chamber
Oliver J. Speraw, noted as city water commissioner and longtime Junior Chamber leader, was named Man of the Year at a Junior Chamber of Commerce dinner. Judges included G. A. Walker and Malcolm Epley. finalists were Kearny J. Madsen Richard G. Hall and James G. Or Rein. Dr. Phil Reames presented "E" awards to locals.
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Oliver J. Sperew
Bilder
Junior Chamber of
Il, Ey
Hud
Auto Cealer
G. A. Walker
Farmers and Merchants Bank
Malcolm Epley
Press-Telegram
Junior Chamber
Nor-Chamber
Kearny J. Madsen
Richard G. Hall
James G. Or Rein
Speran
City Water
Junior Chamber of Commerce
United States Junior Chamber of Commerce
California State Junior Chamber of Commerce
Far West Institute of the United States
Catholic, Welfare Bureau
Newman Club
Long Beach
Lawrence A. Collins
the Independent
Lan Oldster
Collins
Phil Reames
Burglar Cleared as Molester Suspect Ruled Out
Police say Donald L. Roderick, 23, arrested in a routine shakedown, burglarized three homes but denied attacking women victims. Investigators recover items from 6313 Bay Shore Way and other addresses. Roderick may face three burglary counts in Superior Court Monday.
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Donald L. Roderick
Belmont Shore
Roderick
Ins
Don Macnahan
Fins MacMahon
Nurglir
Rotevick
Bay Shore
Molen
Sans AL Cree
E. Ocean Blvd
Ron
James A. Sprague
la Verne Ave
Donald Oscid
MacMahan
Superior Court
Naval Enlistments Open Through Jan. 31
Navy enlistments extend through January 31 with no quotas, inviting all qualified men in Long Beach to enlist under GI benefits. GMC R. O. Holmes, USN recruiter, notes Air Force enlistments are cut off. Recruitment office is in the Post Office Building. ages 17 to 31 eligible. office open all day Saturday.
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Navy
Air Force
GMC
R. O. Holmes
USN
Holmes
Long Beach
Woman Pedestrian Struck by Car on City Street
A 21 year old woman pedestrian was hit while crossing Cherry Ave near 7th St. She was taken to Seaside Hospital with possible pelvic injuries and multiple others. The driver, George E. Myers, 63, of 210 Nieto Ave, said the woman crossed against the signal.
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Cherry Ave
Ben Gleason
Seaside Hospital
George E. Myers
Nieto Ave
Oil Cap Blows Off Wounding Garage Worker
Oil cap blew off a car at a service station injuring Richard Hedblom aged 50 of 3412 Tulane Ave. He sustained two inch lacerations and burns around the eyes and was treated at Seasides Hospital. The incident occurred Thursday around 6 p.m. at the service station on American Ave. Continuous coverage continues on page B-2.
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Hedblom
Tulane Ave
American Ave
Seasides
Bus Service Vetoed Again on Los Angeles Rail Lines
The Los Angeles City Public Utilities and Transportation Commission rejected Motor Coach Lines bid to abandon rail service for buses on the LA San Pedro Long Beach Bellflower routes for a second time within two months. Acting on commissioner Banpane with Ned Redding, the panel unanimously denied Metro's rehearing citing potential smog and traffic congestion among the reasons.
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Los Angeles City Public Utilities and Transportation Commission
Los Angeles
Help Wanted Classified Ad Clerical Staff
A noisy ad copy promises solutions to finances with a resistant bookkeeper and office general, offering permanent employment and a good salary. Call for appointment to join a competent office team. immediate openings advertised in a local paper.
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Pemanent
Delapeer
Thief Leaves Match Trail in 3 Belmont Heights Homes
A burglar left a trail of burnt matches in three Belmont Heights and East Long Beach residences Thursday night. Stolen items include a woman's wristwatch valued at $60 and two men's topcoats worth $40, from Rolla B. Babeatayen and 72 Colorado St. Betty Jean Simonons noted neatness, with a broken lamp but replaced shade, and 73 cents left untouched. The thief entered via a bathroom window, breaking a towel rack, and similar patterns appeared at Schoonover and Alvin A. Stanton homes.
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Belmont Heights
East Long Beach
Rolla B. Babeatayen
Quincy Ove
Betty Jean Simonons
Colorado St
Schoonover
Alvin A. Stanton
E. St. St
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American
Europe
Floyd N. Wheatley
Pepperwood Ave
Tsaw Wheatley
Sol
Yee As
Malcolm’ Epley
Power Squadron
Long Beach Naval Shipyard
W. C. Zahlen
J. A. Northrop
L. V. Honsinger
W. T. Williams
C. A. Mihelich
P. B. Cochran
Ing
San
Mira Mar Naval Air Station
Harry F. Orlish
Kenneth R. Womble
Wayne A. Sands
Warren V. Flournoy
Gebaram Famay
Oliver
Speraw
Man
Tne
Frese-Telegram
Cor
Betty J. Simmons
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