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Long Beach Press Telegram

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Oct 24, 1956

Page

2

Bank closure sparks tear gas scare in Fort Huron

The Thomas St. branch of Michigan National Bank closed abruptly as tear gas fired from over cashiers’ cages sent 14 customers into the street. One shopper Joyce Ceila was hospitalized but not seriously hurt. bankers await an explanation for the anti-robbery system failure.

Fort Huron Mich Thomas St Michigan National Bank Banc Joyce Ceila Emmet Port Huron General Hospital

Brooklyn jail moves to pastel bars to ease inmate mood

New eleven million dollar Brooklyn jail features pastel colored bars as Correction Commissioner Anna M. Kross unveils the gleaming facility to officials. Psychiatrists warn monotony harms prisoners, but Kross says pastel bars improve feelings and reduce drabness.

New York Brooklyn City Correction Anna M. Kross

Exec Finds Outlook for Business Good

Theodore V. Houser of Sears Roebuck told the American Bankers Association that the business outlook is good with retail levels and investment likely to surpass 1956. He cited high employment, ongoing government spending, and prices rising slower than wages as factors, and warned of an inevitable inflationary trend and possible policy remedies. The bankers convention closes today.

Los Angeles Theodore V. Houser Chicago Sears, Roebuck & Co American Bankers Assn Houser

Banker Association Elects Atlanta Banker President

Erle Cocke of Atlanta was elected president of the American Bankers Association at its 52nd annual convention in Los Angeles. He serves as chairman of the board and executive committee of Fulton National Bank of Atlanta.

Los Angeles Erle Cocke Atlanta American Bankers Assn Tce Fulton National Bank of Atlante

Frank Bros. upholstery items listed with prices and fabrics

A catalog-like rundown presents Frank Bros. custom shop furniture including white and aqua sofas, two and three piece sectionals, tufted hi back chairs, and club chairs. Reversible foam rubber cushions, over 140 fabric choices, and various finishes in aqua, turquoise, natural linen, tan, and charcoal are highlighted.

Frank Brothers Frank Brothers Custom Frank Bros. Custom Shop Palo Alto

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