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Newspaper
Seal Beach Post And Wave
Location
Seal Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1955
Page
3
A preacher speaks on patience amid clutter and dust as a metaphor for friendship and character. The piece urges not gossip, standing up for the abused, and living true to convictions despite social pressure. A practical tip extols a nylon paint brush to clean dust and windowsills.
A reflective note emphasizes FAITH as the heart's vision, seeing God in both darkness and day. The writer mentions a communal space for cleaning supplies and invites others to try it, signing off with “Bye now. See you next week.”
Mr and Mrs Walter Swift and their two children Rhonda and Ronny will travel to Encinada Mexico for a four day weekend trip with friends from North Long Beach. They plan fishing and relaxation at a resort setting during the visit.
Mr and Mrs Hubert Tyler of the Hellman Ranch left Monday for a two week vacation. Accompanying them were their son Ernest and his cousin John They drove to Sequoia and will stop on the way back at Angels Camp near Stockton and Lake Alpine.
Dave Hedrick, husband of Pat Honey, is due back to Seal Beach on Sunday August 7 after overseas duty since February. His fleet has been patrolling the Korea Japan area and he will be discharged from the Navy.
Mrs. Mary Pierpoint of 116 14th Street returned July 21 from a three week vacation to British Columbia with her daughter Mrs. Kinney and grandson Irwin. They visited old castles and Victoria while touring by car and stopped in Portland on the way home.
The guide recommends fishing on cloudy days or at night. It notes a large bonfire on the shore can cast reflections on the water and attract fish to the area.
The Henry Dutch Wilson family and daughter Evan of 229 14th Street depart tomorrow by amphibian for a three day stay on Catalina Island. Joining them are Mr and Mrs Keith F Mayer of Long Beach and another Wilson daughter and son in law. They will stay at Hotel Catalina and attend the Casino dance Saturday night.
The council voted to accept an indemnity policy for general liability from Jessie Havens with 100 000 to 300 000 coverage and about 1900 yearly premium. Leonard suggested bids by city insurance agents with fees split as before. Mayor Clark asked Havens to continue, and Attorney Buck urged acceptance with cancellation if a lower bid appears.
A playful look at canine charm and social ease, suggesting dogs’ instincts to connect exceed human book learning. The piece uses light humor to celebrate dogs as social catalysts and loyal companions.
Entries recount Seal Beach lore from 1916 including Mr Abbott the Wizard of the World and a man carrying balloon, a Seal Way fireworks factory attracting summer tourists, and the city’s nicknames The Beach with the washed air and The velvet floor bathing beach.
Seal Beach will welcome new residents soon as Mr. and Mrs. Chester Taylor set to move to 136 Tenth Street. Chet Taylor, head operator at the Richfield refinery in Wilmington, seeks quieter town life away from congestion, leaving Long Beach residence.
Mrs. Rebecca Montayne from San Diego, age 72, visits her son-in-law’s family at 221 Sixteenth Street and spends two weeks dining at notable Orange County restaurants, praising the venues.
The Democratic Club of Seal Beach met at M. Abata’s home on July 20 to launch a membership drive. At the August 13 meeting at 313 Central Avenue, reports on old members’ accomplishments will be given. A September meeting is planned for the city hall with Eugene Greenwood of Buena Park speaking on prospective Democratic candidates for 1956 elections.
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