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Newspaper
Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1968
Page
7
Erma Bombeck reflects on lost Christmas wonder as time and stress erode childhood magic. A child of Christmas remains those who believe in the day’s spirit, not just gifts, urging readers to reclaim joy, gratitude, and shared warmth.
A custom begun in 1967 returned this year with renewed success as six oilfield service firms hosted a Christmas dinner dance for workers and their guests. The Petroleum Club in Southern California hosted 550 attendees from AZ International, Alco Engineering, BJ Pumps, Able Crane, Finley Inc., and Geotex, all serving major oil companies operating in the region.
Readers describe a bustling Christmas Eve at home with family pandemonium yet organized friends hosting multiple gatherings. Sonja Mason and Jan Might hosted a 200 guest open house in Westminster with food prep across the holiday, while Lillian Crawford entertained 125 guests at the Portofino penthouse to view the Naples Christmas Pageant. Long Beach Kappa Kappa Gamma alumnae held their annual dinner and gift exchange with USC and Fresno State coeds, celebrating hospitality and holiday camaraderie.
An assorted Dear Abby page fragment covers marital infidelity questions, a stay at home mother debate, a teen football star with an absentee father, and a note on healing broken arms. The letters showcase advice on honesty, family roles, and communication within relationships.
Janet Lopossa and Barrie Von Smith united in a Temple ceremony in Los Angeles. Relatives hosted a buffet and dance at the bride’s home. The bride wore a lace and satin gown. attendants included Lataine Webecke and Laurel Lopossa. Best man was George Oakley Smith. ring bearers and ushers listed. The couple will reside in San Francisco where the groom attends UC Medical Center. the bride is an alumna of Wilson High School and CS Long Beach.
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