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Newspaper
Long Beach Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1954
Page
8
Voters in a small New Hampshire town cast ballots and initial returns show a Democratic edge in local results. The item notes early tabulation and statewide implications with incomplete unofficial tallies for governor and U S Senate, referencing local precincts and regional patterns.
Polls reported about 70 percent turnout in the Long Beach area as residents cast ballots in a wide range of local, state, and federal races and measures. Clear weather aided voting with sunny afternoon expectations. Key races include Rep. Craig Vosnier versus Joseph M. Kenrick for Congress and Sen. Thom as Duerrel against Am Worty for Senate, plus Prop. 4 relief aid, Prop. 3 liquor reform, and Prop. RB school bonds drawing interest.
British publisher Arthur Miller announced on Monday night he will quit the horror comics business, following rivals in leaving the field. He cited rising pressure from Parliament and parent groups as the reason, noting he printed his titles from American matrices.
In California the Senate race and House contests dominate the June primary. Democrats seek gains while Republicans defend incumbents amid endorsements and reassignments. Voters face 20 statewide propositions including liquor control reform and pension boosts as party control of the legislature remains uncertain.
Marian Meneghini Callas returns to Chicago for an American debut in a glittering Norma at the Lyric Theater. The illinois Opera Guild benefit drew a near capacity Civic Opera House audience as Mirto Picchi Pollione and Nicola Rossi Lemeni Oroves, Giulietta, and other principals joined a production staged by William Wymetal and conducted by Nicola Rescigno. Callas earned repeated curtain calls lasting over an hour.
In a tight primary, four Democrats secured most votes, boosting hopes of gains in statewide offices. Republicans aimed to hold lesser state posts, but Democrats appeared favored to win at least two. GOP Lt Governor Harold Powers led polls over Edward Roybal, as Roybal campaigned from Los Angeles City Council.
Hollywood cosmetician Max Factor Jr and his wife were on a six week U S tour when a burglar stole jewelry valued at $56,265 from a jewel box in their Flamingo Hotel suite. The loot included rings worth $18,000 and other items. Sheriff disclosed the theft Monday as officials reviewed the case.
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