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Newspaper
Long Beach Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1954
Page
19
The Dow Jones Averages show mixed readings with industrials and rails listed, highs and lows noted while the 1954 1984 figures appear garbled. London Stock Averages rise to about 172.0, hitting a new high as reported by The Financial Times.
Oil and steel stocks lift New York market into fourth straight advance, with the Dow or index rising about 1 to 2 points in active trading. Volume remains solid as buyers stay in the market.
Grain futures turned higher on wheat gains with USDA crop reports hinting at lower production while corn and soybeans faced mixed moves. Stocks rose on renewed buying as mining and utilities shares advanced. Eastern Air Lines lifted after a 25 cent quarterly dividend, and several major concerns posted gains amid a steadier bond market.
A dense list of last sale figures and price changes across many stocks and sectors on the New York Stock Exchange. Entries include Titan, Rand, Beapa, Dow Chemical, and various named issuers with fractional quotes and percent moves, reflecting end of day trading activity and notable price levels.
Lakewood Elks Lodge 1865 will dedicate a new hall at 8 p m today at Village Rd and Pepperwood Ave The hall on the second floor has 5000 square feet of floor space and includes a meeting room seating 300 persons a hatchen bar lounge and card room
Pitsenberger and Mrs Frances Angelo Tecchon, mayor of the Weeder, president of Leparit city of Kakewoord, will take part district board of directors, willjlt panel discussion of city by Sunday to St Louis Mo to county relationships Get 13 in it attend the National Recreation Los Angeles during the 36th an l Congress fy session there Mon oust conference at the League of day through Friday California Clijes Progress of co operative action.
Tibetan lamas flee red purges seek asylum in India Kalimpong town hosts refugees as communist crackdown continues._UNK
A major tire maker announces a new tubeless automo tire design described as softer and more resilient than prior casings. The General Silent Motor Wheel system features an improved sealing method and is marketed as lighter, with claimed mileage benefits and safety advantages. Industry figures like Paul F&M, and officials from San Diego County discuss the rollout and potential impact on transport and insurance sectors.
Financial lines list dividend entries and corporate notices with names such as Baldwin, Morrell, Tangendorf, and Dodge Mee. references to banks, power utilities, railways, and industrial firms appear alongside quarterly fund figures and debentures.
A hesitant Jamen group avoids debate on Tibet related matters in the Halayan Root of the World. One Isma notes the situation has become unbearable in Tibet, offering a brief rationale for fleeing themes and positions.
The Municipal Arts Committee will consider a citywide survey of cultural facilities at its Oct 14 meeting after a luncheon discussion with City Council members. The session at Municipal Art Center was hosted by Samuel W Heavenrich the municipal art director, and Mrs E Heavenrich.
Market notes from Los Angeles show butter and eggs price movements with unclear values. entries mention Grade AA butter and retaliers among listed goods, reflecting regional pricing signals in the dairy and poultry sectors.
Markets at a glance show cotton futures steady with limited liquidity and Canadian crop estimates cited. Grain prices listed with modest gains. top dime yields noted and oats prices around 30.00 per unit.
Gold Star Mothers to Note Their Day proclaimed by act of the 74th Congress in 1936. Mrs Esther Burgard of Long Beach Chapter American Gold Star Mothers Inc and vice president of the California Department notes the annual program at Arlington National Cemetery this Sunday, the last Sunday in September.
St Cyprian s parish sponsors a dance this Saturday at 9 p m in the hall at Clark Ave and Arbor Rd Toe Kemper s orchestra will play Mothers Club and Altar Society sponsors with Mrs William Hotra as general chairman assisted by Mrs Peay Regan and Mrs Dorothy Boursa Mrs Mary Smith and Mrs Leo Fisher handle decorations and Mrs Paul Higgins oversees refreshments
New York AP market roundup shows Haiti Haiti Haiti. Currencies across Europe Latin America and Asia show minor changes with several units listed as unchanged. Argentina Bolivia Mexico and Venezuela quoted with small moves, while Hong Kong dollars and Swiss francs show stability in a broad foreign exchange snapshot.
The Board of Walter Commissioners awarded a contract to Johns Manville Sales Corp for 41,000 linear feet of asbestos cement pipe, rejecting Crane Co bid and claiming inspection charges would be high. Crane Co, with a Long Beach office, had bid similarly but was not chosen.
The Federal Market News Service reports mixed citrus prices as Florida grapefruit and California navel oranges show declines while ruby red varieties and other shipments fluctuate. Day's quotes include per pound ranges and various grades, with San Diego growers noting lower overall California orange prices and multiple lot prices across grades.
One of the best California navel orange crops in recent years was forecast today by an official of Sunkist Growers. Assistant general manager F I Wilcox said all Southern California Districts reported a decent set and sizes above average.
Sally Blackwell, 81, of 48 St Joseph Ave, admitted to Community Hospital with a broken hip. She died there today after a fall at her home. The body was taken to Mottell's Mortuary. Survived by daughter Laura Jo Parkers of the St Joseph Ave address.
The City Civil Service Board invites further applications for the electrician post. Only six candidates filed for the Oct. 11 exam. Filing deadline is Oct. 6. Salary ranges from 361 to 489 per month with an age limit of 5 years. Applicants must hold a competence certificate used by the Long Beach Board of Electrical Examiners.
Registration for law classes at Pacific Coast University will be held September 30 October 1 and 2 at 236 Newport Ave. Classes are in the evenings. Dean Car Jr Manson announced Paul D Strader has been appointed to teach wills and administration of estates.
A garbled list shows multiple building permits and plans including mezzanine additions, concrete work, a swimming pool, a four family dwelling and other structures. Names such as Robert Hess, George Lew, and Alvin Odell appear with varied addresses and cost figures like 2700, 1800 and 1000 dollars.
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