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Newspaper
Long Beach Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1954
Page
19
A reader asks about being called beanpole by boys, hoping to grow taller, and notes on crushes and heartbreak. Molly Mayfield offers reassurance that height changes with time and that tall women can be beautiful, alongside reflections on dating disappointments and future hope.
Mildred K Flanary writes that a new anti perspirant stick called Fresh Stick provides adaptable underarm protection. One quick application leaves skin cool and dry, with odor gone and a skin tonic base suitable for tender skin. Easy to carry, spill free.
The Jerome Zenglers of Long Beach celebrated their 20th wedding anniversary with a dinner in the Orleans Room at the New Hotel Clark in downtown Los Angeles, joined by the after-the-theatre crowd applauding Carla Trie.
Advertisement explains Simplicity pattern 4778 for Jr. Miss sizes 11 to 17. Describes high waist empire look with stand-up collar short sleeves full skirt and easy sew instructions. Pattern includes Ina etgo silk or cotton fabric guidance and costs 25 cents plus 50 cents mailing. order from Anne Adams Pattern Dept Press Telegram Chicago.
Residents enjoy a vacation at Glen Ivy Hot Springs in Corona with F. H. Glockners and Mrs. Dolly Spear. Also present are Mr. and Mrs. Ralph A. Prior among other visitors.
The L W Silberts of Long Beach celebrated their 12th wedding anniversary at the Little Gypsy Restaurant on the Sunset Strip. Guests included Mr and Mrs Carl Silbert.
Child health note explains that poor posture in a nine year old can stem from dietary deficiencies, bone building minerals, and insufficient meat, plus factors like ill fitting clothing and inadequate furniture. It urges medical advice from a family doctor, rest periods, and addressing vision or emotional issues. The piece also notes a Media Club luncheon and fashion show for mothers at Welch's with guests Mrs J C Johnson and others.
Miss Donna Crandell daughter of Mr and Mrs Jack Crandall and Glenn Royal Jon Phillips joined in a double ring ceremony at Our Savior's Lutheran Church A candlelight service featured a lilies of the valley white gown and bouquets of white orchids and pink roses Geraldine Webb was matron of honor Willis Powers best man Carlos Joiner and Leslie W Phillips Jr seated guests Diane Eckdahl Sharon Huddleston and Billie Mae Smith attended the ceremony Carole Phillips presided at the guest book The couple are Polytechnic High School graduates.
Social notes describe Mrs. Linda Brown hosting the Long Beach Hotel Greeters group at a pre installation meeting. The piece, credited to Josephine Lowman, blends fashion and sun safety advice urging gradual sun exposure, use of UV protection products, and cosmetic aids for outdoor living. Yolande Booth appears in the closing lines.
Compton mayor Frank Bussing spoke to North Long Beach Republican Women Federated at Houghton Park clubhouse urging voters to elect a Republican to Congress to back the Eisenhower administration. Don Spring voiced for Sen Thomas Kuchel and A A Cartroy spoke for Craig Hosmer. Mrs S A Smith presented checks for assembly candidates Herbert Klockstein and William Grant, with a luncheon and business meeting followed.
Mrs. R. P. Hearne of 837 Maine Ave has returned from a week long visit in Brawley with her grandson, great grandchildren, and other relatives.
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