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Newspaper
Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1957
Page
17
A reader explains group exercise boosts motivation and enjoyment. Women form neighborly workout circles with rhythm, adult education classes, and shared progress charts. The letter promotes social health, fitness, and trying courses to meet new friends.
Lambda Beta Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi will meet at the home of Mrs. Keneth Schow at 3521 Tulane Ave with Mrs. William Kahanic newly elected president presiding. Calendar notes include Beta Sigma Phi members attending the state convention in Los Angeles and a luncheon and card party hosted by Mrs. William Phelps for members' mothers.
The North Long Beach Democratic Women's Study Club met at Houghton Park Clubhouse with president C Torpey leading. Miss Carlotta Bennett spoke on evaluating council candidates, stressing backgrounds, training, resourcefulness, business ability, motives, independence from special interests, courage, and the value of personal contact in judging suitability. Bennett, a retired Long Beach teacher resident since 1921, pursues public affairs via the League of Women Voters.
The Opera Section led by Henri Scanlan showcased operatic scenes proving patrons can enjoy opera without lavish gear. Merianna Brinkerhoff and Barbara Cantar sang from Carmen and Mozart, followed by Rossini and a Barber of Seville aria. Rose Bishop aided, marking the Section's 21st anniversary under Mrs. Roy Harmon Wolfers.
Nelida Rivas recalls General Juan Peron's 1955 crisis after a failed uprising. The narrative covers bombed Government House, Peron's emotional distress, a brutal atmosphere with flag burnings and clergy tensions, his move to a military residence, navy mutiny threats, and his decision to refuse sinking ships. The account ends with Peron’s departure and Rivas awaiting a sequel.
A fragmentary notice claims a secret device at Plant 10 Abelish Drapery causes shrinkage. It mentions the Draper Form machine as the sole in the area and cites Petri's cleaning and fanfolding service as using a shrinkage safeguard. Contact Lyons at Hemlock 6291 for an estimate.
A Long Beach jewelry salon markets weight and figure improvement for women. The Jewel Salon manager claims personalized, science based treatments target common faults such as protruding abdomens and large hips. A $24 visit covers private, low cost toning services with guaranteed terms. Phone contact and address listed.
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