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Long Beach Press Telegram

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Jul 16, 1955

Page

2

Newport Jazz Festival Opens Amid High Society Glitz

At Newport, R T Gil Kings led a neon spectacle as Old Guard members and celebrities filled diamond boxes while public crowds from Freebody Park heard the jazz overflow. In New York, Sen Theodore Green faced homicide charges over Adlyn Woodington’s death in a theater district hotel. Gaillard, a 17 year veteran of the venue, reportedly beat Woodington after an insult. Police ruled out robbery as a motive.

Sewport R.T. Gil Kings Mecca Hepcats Newport Mary Old Guard Casino Theater Freebody Park New York Theodore F. Green Rhode Islang Wes U. S. Senate Wim Adlyn Miss Woodington Chasterfield Gaillard Earier

Fotel Employe Held in Slaying of Actress

A newspaper clip notes autopsy concluded the actress Woodington died from strangulation after multiple stab wounds and bruises. The room held publicity photos and clippings showing her stage work across 45 states in summer stock and touring productions.

Fotel Employe

Soprano Mattiwilda Dobbs to sing in Sydney concert

In Sydney Town Hall tonight the American Negro coloratura Mattiwilda Dobbs will be soloist as the Sydney Symphony Orchestra presents a Salute to Seattle. The Pacific exchange honors Seattle's previous Sydney tribute, with recordings to Seattle for broadcasting and greetings from Sydney's Lord Mayor Peter D Hills.

Sydney Australia Mattiwilda Dobbs Sydney Symphony Orchestra Seattle Town Hall Peter D. Hills

Gals Will Shimmer in New Styles

New York fashion preview shows evening wear trends inspired by Queen Elizabeth. Designers Adele Simpson and Jane Derby describe opulent looks featuring jade satins, rhinestones, pearls, and mink details suitable for festive occasions.

New York Great Britain Elizabeth Jane Derby Adele Simpson Couture Group New York Dress Institute

Viet Nam Recognized by Manila Government

The Philippine government extended diplomatic recognition to the state of South Vietnam, marking a formal acknowledgment of its government and status. The move reflects Manila's foreign policy stance amid regional Cold War dynamics and has implications for diplomatic relations with other Southeast Asian states.

Vie Nam Manila Philippi Outh Viet Nam

Vegas hotel fires Wally Cox in casino act

Wally Cox was terminated from a $44,000 engagement at the Dunes Hotel casino in Las Vegas after patrons walked out during his act described as ill suited for the venue. Cox defended the routine as the same material he has performed in prior years in New York, Hollywood, and television.

Las Vegas Merdin Cox Dunes Hotel Bible Society New York Hollywood

Miss O Hara Court Battle Stirs Hollywood

Miss O Hara battles in a legal case with her former husband over custody and support as doctors report her cancer diagnosis and ongoing treatment at City of Hope. The actor Richard Widmark? No, omitted. A Stated court hearing is set for Sept. 7 with arrangements for Bronwyn Birdget? No, clarified.

Los Angeles Hollywood Suzan Maureen O'Hara Ball Richard Lang Hos Hope Spain Will Price Ian City of Hope Majores Cal Certer Duarte Nex Price Bronwyn Bird Miss O'Hara Mexico City Emrimue Parra

Hawthorne Pilot Dies After Arizona Plane Crash

A 44 year old Hawthorne California pilot died en route to a Phoenix hospital after a crash of a trainer near Prescott Arizona. Earl Warren and Mrs Warren arrived in West Berlin from Pepin for a three day visit. A military reception was held in his honor at US Army headquarters near Prescott.

Phoenix Vpw Lucien Repir Hawthorne Calif Phoenix Hospital Berlin U. S Jus Earl Warren Prescots Ariz Ren Pepin West Germany Prescott

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