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Newspaper
Long Beach Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1950
Page
1
Secretary of State Acheson told Harvard alumni the United States and allies are on the threshold of a new period in pursuing peace. He said war is not inevitable despite Soviet ambitions and that the nation is building strength to deter war and resolve international difficulties.
Washington June 22 The Senate approved a top level extension of the draft law due to expire at midnight tomorrow The measure now goes to the House for action The deadline becomes July 9 The House has passed a two year extension while Senate contemplates a three year extension with no limit on presidential drafting authority The action followed a request from Senate Democratic Leader Lucas of Illinois.
Santa Monica June 22 Jane Cowl stage star of a generation ago and former Broadway Juliet died today of abdominal cancer at age 65 after hospital observation. Born in Boston she debuted in 1903 in New York and later moved to Hollywood appearing in films. Widow of Adolph Klauber she helped author nine plays including Smilin Through and Lilac Time.
Berlin dispatch reports Kurt Fischer 49, head of East Germany police, died today in a sanatorium from a heart ailment. Western powers describe his black booted force as a Moscow inspired illegal army of about 40 000 and call for its dissolution.
Hollywood stars and studio wizards prepare a spectacular close to the Shrine five day conclave in Los Angeles. A million dollar parade will celebrate new imperial potentate Hubert Poteat of Wake Forest N C and honor Harold Lloyd who serves as grand marshal. Cleopatra Marilyn Lindberg Beverly Hills leads the queen and float parade as fireworks end the gala.
Radio program airs a feature about a convicted murderess serving a prison term despite court action. The item appears in the Telegraph’s roundup of page references across sections including sports, obituaries, and theater.
Long Beach bustled as Shriners in fezs toured the harbor area gathering interest in a local Shrine temple. Delegates viewed Navy ships water taxis and Catalina trips while the push to establish El Berkal temple in the county continued amid large attendance and citywide celebrations.
SACRAMENTO June 22 4 The State Board of Equalization ordered a get tough policy on liquor license holders found to possess slot machines or engage in bookmaking. A unanimous resolution directs State Liquor Administrator George Stout to file charges against licensees convicted of gambling offenses, risking suspension or revocation. Beattie crime commission list names two San Francisco liquor licensees. Board member Bonelli urges wider crackdown. Law takes effect July 15. Bonelli warns clubs and fraternal organizations no exemptions.
A theater ceiling collapsed at the Sequoia Theater in Redwood City injuring about 30 people, with 15 hospitalizations. One woman, Vangie Case, remained unconscious hours later, and several others were treated for injuries at Palo Alto and San Mateo hospitals after the midnight accident.
A man at a Little Mana Tee River fishing camp in Riverview was struck by lightning yesterday after a prior strike a year earlier. The second bolt killed Charles Keppal, who sat at the camp when the fatal lightning hit.
The Bakers Union and Baking Industry Council near third day of mandatory talks under John Pfau fail to reach agreement on a five day thirty five hour week with pay loss. The council offers a forty hour week and a two and a quarter cent raise. Bread lines thin as 90 percent of local supply comes from shut bakeries. Health officials seize mislabeled bread while home bakers step in to fill the gaps.
President Truman stated the United States cannot fund a 70 group Air Force, noting Congress may authorize a ceiling rather than a fixed size. He emphasized budget constraints determine actual force strength, as the term group varies by aircraft and mission.
An accumulation of gas exploded in the basement of a downtown restaurant in Natchez last night, killing two people and injuring six others. Police and fire crews responded to the blast as investigators began work to determine the cause and assess the damage.
Associated Press reports rising labor tension as 700 Enka workers at Morristown Tennessee continue a strike. Three workers were shot as they crossed a field to work amid 60 to 75 pickets. State police were sent to curb violence and protect workers heading to the plant. The broader picture shows planned cross‑industry walkouts by several railroad unions, with a nationwide impact feared.
Senate investigators will examine multiple complaints of alleged huge expenditures in at least four Senate primary races. Idaho Senator Gillette, chairman of the subcommittee on privileges and elections, said the panel has received written and personal reports about large campaign spending tied to nominating conventions for U S Senate seats in several states.
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