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Newspaper
Long Beach Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1956
Page
2
Milliken Eight School introduces a weekly activity program amid complex preparations. Each Wednesday during the sixth and seventh periods, students may join activities from legible to memory training and knitting. A talent contest will be held, with a ribbon for weekly winners and a final year-end contest.
A pay assembly at Poly Friday noon features The Saidiiteat Show with Brende Emith in a jazz version of Star Dust and a rock group with Henry Andrey. Acts include Ripta Fergnson, Cavalee Smite, Stewart in comedy, modern dance talents, and performances by Karaisers, Jin Wervick, Robbie Weshinsten, and Lynne Meyerson.
Saint Anthony's varsity band rehearses under director Jack Pla preparing for the annual school mas concert featuring Boys' and Girls' Glee Clubs. Band members practice sneakers on stands as they refine music and marches for the event.
Students and faculty at Poly High honored the varsity football team after a pep assembly. The team won the Coast League title with wins over Long Beach City and Ventura. They opened the season strong by routing Ventura 42 to 6 and finished third by defeating Jordan 13 to 10.
Judy Toyer a 17 year old senior from Jordan High won the Long Beach division of the National Cherry Pie Baking Contest. The event is co sponsored by Edison Co and others with a state and national path to Chicago. Toyer excelled in prep method and presentation earning praise from judges and her school.
Regional Toastmasters workshop attended by the Sand vipers Toastmaster Club of Long Beach and Seal Beach sponsored by J. McBade. Woodrow Wilson Toastmasters initiate new activity. Long Beach State College also adopts it. Previous meetings include women's club at the Hawaiian and a dinner at Fledy's in Lakewood.
Senior students seeking admission to an industrial college may receive a twenty dollar scholarship from the California Industrial Association, via Woodrow Wilson High School. Entry blanks are obtainable from teachers in the industrial department.
Jordan Queen vo Elzenga a Jordan senior was named the first membership queen for the year in the PYA dariva. Attendees included Linda Opie Pinky Poling and Glenda Day. PTA president Mrs Earl Mendenhall presented a $25 check to Liz Coleman for meeting the membership goal of 1250.
Jordan student Lyn Simpson spoke at the breakfast kickoff for the Tuberculosis Seal Campaign with the address titled A Unique Kind of Volunteer.
A polka band organized by Jordan is set to perform at Lawrence Welk style events on campus. The group, smartly dressed, will play at football games parades assemblies and other school activities, with plans to represent the school at various gatherings.
A fragmented guide advises teen boys on choosing gifts for girls. It suggests avoid gold necklaces and bracelets, favor practical items like fragrance, bath sets, and accessories, and emphasizes thoughtful gestures as a safe, budget friendly approach.
Cleveland remains newsless as photoengravers reject a contract, delaying all three major papers. Six other unions ratified deals. drivers gained 40 hours and a weekly rise, while photoengravers seek a one year term with a $10 weekly raise. Cleveland Brain Dealer Land, Cleveland Nebody, and Forest City Publishing form the trio involved.
The State Department says cash gifts to welfare agencies provide the best help for Hungarians. It recommended contributions to the American Red Cross or the American Council of Voluntary Agencies for Foreign Services. The Red Cross has allocated over 330,000 for immediate relief, aiding those in Hungary, refugees in Austria, and arrivals in the United States. Five relief convoys have been sent to Budapest, with more supplies to come next week.
In Richmond two ten year old boys Johnny Henderson and Sammy Freedell rescued a dog and her three puppies trapped under logs near their homes. Armed with a flashlight they crawled into a cave under debris and freed Shakey the pup, Waite Tip, and Butter Milk the mother. SPCA aides aided but the boys carried the dogs to safety.
Riverside authorities report that Mary Sue OConnor, 17, a newlywed visiting her sister on the Saboba Indian Reservation near Valle Vista, fell about 70 feet from a cliff. No foul play indicated. She had traveled from El Centro to visit Shirley Arrietta, while her husband James OConnor was reportedly in San Bernardino.
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