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Newspaper
Long Beach Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1955
Page
15
The column describes Constance Lapham's pet mountain lion in Long Beach and a curious tale of two outdoorsy men discussing hunger over beer at a Mojave desert roadside restaurant. It blends humorous local color with reflections on starvation and a stray cat kept as a companion.
L B Salesman, 36, becomes first to swim Lake Mead in both directions. He crossed from Boulder boat dock to the Arizona side near Fortification Hill in 2 hours 41 minutes through rough water, beating the old record by nine minutes, then returned in 3 hours 24 minutes. Accompanied by escort boats and supporters the swimmer started at 8:45 am and finished ashore 200 yards north of the boat dock. He plans further swims including Lake Tahoe and the English Channel.
Over 100000 visitors crowded the Long Beach shoreline to enjoy sun and surf as Coast Guard and lifeguards conducted rescues and equipment showcases. The S DuRee rescued four aboard a capsized 16 foot craft near Seal Beach while lifeguards saved three 16 year olds from the water. A vessel grounded at Laguna Beach prompted towing of boats and a helicopter rescue of a woman off a cliff at Torrey Pines. A San Clemente plane evacuated an injured sailor and an Army van from San Pedro Island assisted by the Coast Guard.
More than 200 persons attended the first annual 14th district gathering of Optimist International at the Lafayette Hotel. Delegates from 49 Optimist clubs in Southern California and parts of Nevada Arizona attended. Long Beach Downtown Optimist Club hosted. J C Purnell gave the welcoming address, with Herold W Copeland installing district officers for 1935 56. Installed were Charles B Compton district governor and Robert Young district secretary, plus lieutenant governors Samual Cronninger George Compton Robert Jenkins Frank Camp Jack Brown and Joseph Mieiche Los Angeles and surrounding areas.
Dense smoke reported at a Sacramento street address on Sunday. Fire crews removed a well done roast from the oven after the occupant fell asleep, starting a small kitchen fire and prompting a response. No injuries reported.
The Ramona skippered by William A. Pomeroy leads the transpacific saving meet with 108-foot schooner rigging, 18 knot winds, 20 miles ahead of Morning Star commanded by Dick Rheem. Morning Star is 780 miles from Diamond Head Hawaii as of latest report. The Constellation sits third, with Nevie Del Mar fourth. several other yachts follow in line as the fleet progresses toward landfall.
Russell, director and performer, unveils six new songs for this year’s Miss Universe Pageant at Veterans Memorial Stadium in Long Beach. He notes the event’s beauty and global appeal while detailing titles including Lord Light the Way and I Lost My Heart in a Garden.
The City Council committee approved the proposed ordinance by a 4-1 vote to certify psychologists and regulate title usage. It calls for a five member commission, UC or equivalent degree, two years supervised experience, and membership rules with support from local health groups. Critics warn it may not fully protect the public and could leave ethics to the profession.
Long Beach’s 13 year old chess prodigy Larry Kem singer will travel to Lincoln Nebraska to compete in the National Junior Chess Tournament. He learned chess at 11 and was the youngest entrant in this year’s event which starts Friday. He belongs to the Lincoln Park Chess and Checker Club and his travel is funded by the Independent Press-Telegram.
Two armed bandits robbed Don's Liquor Store at 148 Long Beach Blvd Sunday night. Don Yi Wilves, 51, and William Brenner, 49, were held at gunpoint in a back room while Leo Mansfeld, 61, attempted to flee and was ordered back. Victims totalled about 248 dollars including wallets and cash from the register.
National Story League holds its ninth biennial western district convention at the Wilton Hotel in Long Beach. Mayor Vermillion hosts as veteran tale tellers and mascots mingle with about 3,000 members from 123 leagues and multiple states. Sessions feature hospital visits, parables, and stories for varied audiences.
Police report a theft at Penny-Owsley store 34 Atlantic Avenue where an amplifier tuner turntable and other equipment valued at $60 were stolen after breaking a window to gain entry.
A Long Beach motorcyclist suffered a broken left leg when a car struck his bike and fled at speeds up to 95 mph. The chase covered four miles before the car crashed into another vehicle in Corona del Mar. Companions, injuries, and driver Harold Ridalls, 18, Camp Pendleton, were noted. Other crash victims included Carol Doane with major injuries.
A 19 year old seaman, Manuel N. Gochicoa, collected funds for a “boys club gymnasium” then kept part of the money. He pleaded guilty to two counts of petty theft and one count of soliciting contributions without a license. Judge Charles Smith placed him on one year summary probation with two weekends in city jail on the petty theft counts. the third charge was dismissed. A 12 year old who assisted was turned over to Juvenile Bureau. A West Side Boys Club was found not authorized to solicit funds.
Monterey Oil lists its nine months ended May 31 income at $829,136, or 52 cents per share. This compares with $552,948 and 3 cents per share for the same period last year.
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