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Newspaper

Long Beach Press Telegram

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Jan 29, 1955

Page

2

11 Officers Get Nod at Poly

Margie McDonald reports that 11 student government officers for the spring semester at Poly were approved by the student council, with four returning incumbents and new appointees in areas like art, activities, forensics, finance, campus committee, and fraternity and sorority leadership. The new appointees will lead their departments and represent their groups at council meetings, as the outgoing officers retire at the Jan. 26 banquet at the Wilton Hotel.

Bill Authier Wincy Polzin Sandra Martin Howard Hicks Margie McDonald Carolyn Libbach Janet Tcewis Karen Kuffine Janet Helms Hirty Curry Nancy Peery Louise Lee Witon Hotel

Bruins Name Weekly Editor Roles at Loudspeaker

Carel Gregory a Wilson High senior is named second semester editor in chief of the Al American newspaper The Loudspeaker with Mrs Ianiel Q Padgham as sponsor. The staff list names managing editor first page editor and numerous editors across pages with Jim Foor Jane Liftlander Bev Whitford Gloria Howe and others in assorted roles.

Carel Gregory Wilson High Ianiel Q. Padgham Ting Bob Jack Karlene Kahlstrom Joyce Kovaler JoAnn Ale- Millan Sue Flleim Txkeman Jim Foor Nancy Plumb Lindy Lord Jane Liftlander Bill Campbell Vaughn Young Bev Whitford Marianne Ford Gloria Howe Shirley Learendrest Jo Howell Patsy Herman Toby Brightmar Janice Rod Duska Howard

John Leonard Wins Bill of Rights Event in Wilson

John Leonard, a Wilson junior, won the senior division prize in the Bill of Rights contest at a banquet for students and parents held in the Ambassador Hotel Colonial Room. He received a $25 U.S. Savings Bond. the event honored 48 prizes across junior and senior high schools.

Piseing John Leonard Wilson Dunior Xes United States Ambassador Hotel Colonial Room Leonard Long Beach World Friendship Club Wilson

1,000 Injured in Falls on Icy Vienna Streets

Vienna reports over 400 treated overnight for bone injuries cuts and bruises after icy streets cause widespread slips. From Wednesday night to Friday midday city hospitals treated 600 more as authorities warn of danger on slick sidewalks.

Vienna Austria

Wilsonites Compete for Europe Exchange Trip

Wilson High students vie for a 1935 summer European exchange, selecting two junior members among contenders. Candidates must be in good standing, have two years of foreign language study, and be sixteen by June 1935. Foreseeing cultural learning, the Field Service sends American youths abroad while hosting foreign students at Wilson.

Wilson High School American Field Service Janet Dorrans George Hayter Susan Boyles Don Lenzer Andre Blondel Wilson High Ae Spee United Sendistares Andee George Pisy Ter Ealiens United States

Our Hearts Were Young and Gay at Wilson High Play

Wilson High stages an all school play with 3-D inspired sets and a cast led by Helen Schoois and Mary Lewis. Understudies include Tilletson Rex Thatch and Rex Thatch. additional performers span Emily Dee Anh Snowden, Jack McBade, Ronnie Hogue, Barbara Flyler, and Otis Skinner in a lively multiple-role production scheduled for March 15 and 18.

Wilson High Cordy Hloward Marcia Simption Dick Winters Dan Danners Armiral Stewart Rosen Harold Mort Elsine Towne Tilletson Helen Schoois Winfred Bough Emily Dee Anh Snowden Mary Lewis Leo McEvoy Pannalia Ion’ Githert Stim Athens Inspector Irma Mae Dougherty Therese Dorothy Weil Madame Filsie Doris Dee Breshine Mr. de la Croix Andre Blondell Ed Rapeport Rex Thatch Steward Ronnie Hogue

Juniors Take Jordan Helm At Jordan High School Elections

Jordan High School elected Char lene Conrad and Ronnie Fairly as Boys and Girls League leaders. The slate includes Linda Houlihan, Ron Cruser, Nancy De Grande, Harold Garvisa, Sharon O Bergh, and Shirley Tabor in key roles. The clubs aim to promote sportsmanship, friendship, and higher ideals of living and womanhood.

Jordan High School Girls’ League Charlene Conrad Ronnie Fairly Linda Houlihan Ron Cruser Nancy de Grande Boys’ League Harold Garvisa Sharon O'Bergh Shirley ‘Tabor Jordan Girls’ Association

73rd FDR Birthday to Be Marked Sunday

Hyde Park observers mark Franklin D Roosevelt birthday with graveside ceremonies at his Hyde Park estate. A wreath will be placed on the grave by Lt. Gen. Blackshear M Bryant, superintendent of West Point, on behalf of President Eisenhower. Also present will be representatives for the National Fund for Infantile Paralysis.

Hyde Park Franklin D. Roosevelt Blackshear M. Bryant U.S. Military Academy West Point Eisenhower

Key Clubbers Take on Full Slate at Poly on Campus

Pols's Key Club, affiliated with Long Beach Downtown Kiwanis, lists Howard Reich ines as president and Charlie Cushman as vice president for the spring term. Other leaders include Jim Fukumoto secretary Ed White treasurer Paul Allen sergeant at arms. They run a booth at the Heve 2 Teart Carnival and support welfare projects such as distributing calor books to hospitals and raising money for three needy families at Christmas while planning district and national conventions.

Pols Ji Ted Cross Elling Megan Kils Navajo Tagians Key Club International Organization Long Beach Kiwanis Club Howard Reichines Charlie Cushman Jim ‘Fukumoto Ed White Paul Allen Ford Montgomery Lafayette Ray Morry San Bernardino Lafayette Hotel

Use of Radar by Officers Ruled Legal

Alameda County Superior Court on Friday ruled that radar use by police is legal and not a speed trap. The test case involved Scott Beamer, 40, of Piedmont, with defense attorney Kennedy Jackson planning an appeal to the state Court of Appeals.

Oakland Alameda County Superior Court Scott Beamer Piedmont Kennedy Jackson State Court of Appeals

Marine sergeant hurt after water can is thrown at car

A year old U S Marine staff sergeant Walter E Waldie was nearly injured Friday night when a water filled can was thrown through his windshield on Spring Street near the San Gabriel River. The impact caused a four inch hole and glass cuts on his face. Waldie drove to a service station and police were notified. He was treated at the Naval Air Base dispensary Los Alamitos.

U. S. Marine Spring St San Gabriel River Walter E. Waldie Grand Ave Waldie Wealdie Naval Air Base Dlis‘pensary Los Alamitos

Demo Council Sends Wires Backing Peace

The 44th Assembly District Democratic Council sent telegrams Friday night to President Jeorthaner and Henry Canton Lodge supporting United States actions favoring United Nations negotiations with mainland Chinese and Nationalist forces for a cease-fire. Coy Sanders signed the message as district council chairman.

44Th Assembly District Democratic Council Jeorthaner Henry Cahonta P Lodge United Nation Coy Sanders District Council United States United Nations

Safety First Accident Victim in Hospital Goes by Nickname

In a humorous incident a man named Safety First was mistaken for a patient after an attic fall. At the hospital he claimed the name Safety First, then revealed his sister June First, provoking disbelief and amusement among staff during treatment.

Los Angeles Safety First

Oil on North Sea Traps Birds as Tanker Spreads Slick

Danish coast guards report the Gerda Maersk dumped six thousand barrels causing a 606 square mile oil slick in the North Sea. Thousands of seabirds are coated and beaches in Denmark and Germany risk contamination. Children patrol Roemoe shores while the Svalen Wildlife Society organizes rescue boats near Jordsand.

Copenhagen Denmark North Sea Germany Janes Gerda Maersk Roemoe Svalen: Wild Life Association Svalen Jordsand

Trend in Security Prices Signals Steel Split and Dividends

The article analyzes a week of market activity with U S Steel splits and dividend increases signaling a wider rise. It cites earnings inflows, depreciation, and cash in flows across steel and growth firms, notes a 4.42 percent Dow yield, and discusses forecasts by curators of GM and U S Steel. It warns of risks like high steel sector fever, rising short interest, and Britain's rediscount rate, while proposing an intermediate uptrend and a bull cycle lasting 10 to 12 months.

Steels U. S Wig Steel Esse U. S. Steel Dow Harlow Cur Lice General Motors Ben Fairless U.S. Steel Fairless Weels United States Steel Indusutry Curtice Britain London Mpon

Business and Industry Summary For Week

A weekly business snapshot notes overall economy steady despite Formosa tensions. Auto and steel sectors surge with record January production, department store sales up, and construction ahead. United States Steel boosts dividend and splits. GM earnings rise 33 percent while IHearnings lag. Treasury issues 40 year bond deflationary impact muted. CIO UAW figures warn of later unemployment. Detroit reports higher auto production plans into Q2.

New York Formosa Strait United States Steel Corp General Motors International Harvester Co J. I. Case Eisenhower Formosa Far East Defense Charles Wilson House Armed Services Committee Treasury Douglas Fraser Walter Reuther CIO United Auto Workers UAW Iron Age Detroit

Nevada bill would rename state Sagebrush State

Change proposed in Carson City would replace the vet State nickname with Sagebrush State. Sponsors say silver mining faded while sagebrush thrives, reflecting the new economic and environmental image of Nevada.

Carson City Nev UPI Nevada

Frances Faye Freed on Bail in Dope Case

Hollywood singer Frances Faye was freed on $2500 bail after a preliminary hearing before Municipal Judge Martin Katz for a war letters charge. Jerome Raff, 33, arrested with her January 29, also appeared and both are ordered to appear February 11 for Superior Court arraignment.

Hollywood Frances Faye Martin Katz Miss Faye Jerome Raff Superior Court Algnim

Vital Statistics and Births in 1960s Los Angeles area

A fragmented hospital and residence list mixes births and parental names across multiple institutions and streets including Boney Hospital and St Marys Hospital. Names such as Mrs Charles, Mrs Whitner, Mrs Goldes, and Mr Carter appear with Jan dates and various addresses in Artesia, Los Cerritos, Lakewood, and San Pedro.

Sabriman Wunes Hospital Rangerom Charles Herngie Ave Loma “Ave Jam Bixby Knolls Hosital Carter Sur Whilrer Jane Anders Roberta Wteit Jan. Li Stim Bissell Bone Merman Saine St. Artesia Ja Goldes Willem Tv Lees Ave Sire Ggurke Cardate Jax Aiea Angee Paul Hy Maria & A Bistarret Denn Esin Way Tan Peter Premise Ave Airs Marshall Annapolix Ra Pay Shai Walker Cypress Bay ST. Mary's Hospital Heyford Dan Dhoumon Wari Gerritas Cuthrie—Sr Tevinx Palo Verde Ave Rodgers Sharles Gwe Ble Dam Mig “Bey Deeseil G Wilmington Arnold al Dane MTR Palon Griywood Jain Lansur George A Banner Toy Jan MGGUE Creig S Chestersnnker Riri Ge Thompson Hatley Coromada Ave Kensiep Ane Gartiela Wood Ry Hackete Boy J2 Burns Rosert B. der Ama Bive San Los Cerritos Hoseitas Carter Mes. Donald San Pedro Eer Lawndale Hoe Fuchard Johany Bow Dennit St. Esart YOUNG Xirs Ussell Dapplertay Rallice His Ritl Simcox Irs Thomas Talbert AV Silvers M- Janes Tell Pappny St Burabalts HéGa Canforcia Acp Bay Murch Bucitir Suwadl Bean Gil Lanman Mos Derberi NO Verde Ave Lakewood Ty Beilfiower Alt Gernard Dunvsea Ava Vinson Rian Place Girden Grove Hoy Heres Parkmounts Amd Pian Sorwal Gir Jaye Cyedany Ated Gan Fredolt Nore

Divorces and Annulments Filed and Granted in Long Beach

Listings show multiple divorces filed and granted in Long Beach and surrounding areas. Individuals named include Betty A Reenach Sharon E Carl Frecerck Alfred Mayord Va ant Ge yifie Y, Gai Ge Rone Za Ss Chaelee Ty or G, and Harvey J Madden among others. Annulment granted for Morrison-Cieators Rabere H and separate maintenances noted for Beach Tucker and Mitchell.

Arte Betty A Reenach Sharon E Carl Frecerck Alfred G. Ieat

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