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Long Beach Press Telegram

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Nov 12, 1947

Page

20

Fairbanks Jr Plans Diplomatic Career After Six Films

Hollywood icon Douglas Fairbanks Jr eyes six more films then a turn to diplomacy. He aims to own his pictures and fund a post film career while managing finances and a worsening ear injury. His Navy service earned him high honors and he remains active with United Nations outreach.

Ollywood Douglas Fairbanks, Jr Fairbanks Company Doug 20Th Fax U. S Jenyuy Argentina Chile Uruguay Peru American Association For the United Nations, Inc U. N Hollywood Henry Morgan Terry Hunt Emporium Thea Mama Hollywood and Vine

Smog testing plan studied by county supervisors

A new blink reflex device from USC could test gas concentration in Los Angeles smog using volunteers. County Air Pollution Control Officer McCabe will decide funding, with $18,000 requested to finance the venture. The helmet device, already used in experiments, relies on subjective gas reaction of individuals. Supervisors will support McCabe's decision to deploy immediately or wait for next year’s budget.

Devce University of Southern California Los Angeles C. McCabe Supevisors McCabe McCave

Chinese Rebel Forces Overrun Peiping Area Reported

Dispatches from Shihkiaehwang say Communist troops seized Shihkjachwan and a strategic rail hub 172 miles southwest of Peiping with government casualties and airport damage. Radio went off air as forces entered from the northeast. Nationalists reportedly held out then fell silent.

Peilping Shihkjachwan Peiping Shihkiaehwang

West Virginia Court Rules on Incompatibility Grounds

The West Virginia Supreme Court rules incompatibility cannot be used to obtain a divorce, stating marriage is not a status to be pursued on the belief that if one does not like it they can simply tell someone. The decision was reported from Charleston with UP provided coverage dated November 12.

Charleston W. Va West Virginia Supreme Court Iferson

Tracy and Lana Turner Shine in Best Roles in Years

Tracy and Lana Turner deliver standout performances in a pair of standout roles. Critics praise their chemistry and command of the screen, highlighting tense editing, sharp dialogue, and strong supporting turns that elevate the film.

Tracy Lana Turner

Palace Details Queen Marys Gown for Elizabeths Wedding

Buckingham Palace released details of Queen Marys gown for Princess Elizabeths wedding. The design features aquamarine chenille velvet and gold tissue with a four inch front train trailing at the back, long sleeves, and a blue ribbon of the Garter. A feathered toque and pearl collar with a diamond necklace complete the bridal attire. Bridesmaids will try on gowns in an informal rehearsal, and the hem remains unfinished to avoid wedding day superstitions.

Onpon Mary Elizabeth Buckingham Palace

Berlin Ends Infantile Paralysis Epidemic

The Berlin health ministry announced that the summer outbreak of infantile paralysis has ended and emergency restrictions will be lifted. A total of 2293 persons contracted the disease and 213 died.

Berlin

Marine slain by Filipinos in Guam in tavern clash

Navy reports Bert H. Oliver of the First Marine Brigade was beaten to death or injured Saturday night during a fight between two Marines and 20 Filipinos in a Guam tavern. Porters notified, details withheld pending investigation.

Guam Navy Bert H. Oliver First Marine Brigade

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