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Miss Martel Finds Normal Breakfast Before Miss Universe
The French entrant Christine Martel, 18, described as the likely "most beautiful girl," enjoys a simple California breakfast while awaiting the coronation. She dislikes dairy, favors melon with ham, notes wine is forbidden during the pageant, and reveals no interest in men. She admires California houses and palm trees and eyes an upcoming coronation banquet.
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Christine Martel
France
Long Beach
Paris
Miss Martel
Ton
United States
California
Mademoiselle Martel
Madame D
Danielle Darrieux
Charles Boyer