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Newspaper
San Marino Tribune
Location
San Marino, California, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1961
Page
1
A brief note claims a city in New York showcases that society has entered a new era of history through its drive and urban development, emphasizing innovation and progress.
San Marino residents oppose a dormitory project behind the Southwestern Military Academy property. The San Marino Planning Commission approved the plan earlier, and the council had not yet reached a decision at last night’s meeting. Opponents cite noise concerns and residential zoning issues. A full account will appear next week.
An alley owner bursts into the newspaper office protesting dull schedules and waning reader interest as advertising and news lines blur. The piece notes growing public indifference and questions the balance between promotion and reporting.
Next week mail orders begin for San Marino Night with the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday September 15. The Women's Stadium Committee chaired by Mrs. Dan S. Hammack Jr will handle mailings and reservations. Direct sales run September 5 to 14 at booths staffed by local volunteers with bus packages and Knot Hole seats free for kids.
The Red Cross will hold a blood bank this afternoon from three to seven thirty eight. The Life Line of blood is urged to be donated by San Marinans and all potential donors are asked to turnout for this life giving event.
Congressman John H. Rousselot will address patriotic rallies next week in Long Beach on August 14 and Pasadena on August 15. The program, hosted by the Christian Anti-Communism Crusade, features William Teague of Pepperdine College as a speaker and is open to ticketed and non ticketed audiences.
Police clocked a motorist at 100 mph in the city prompting reckless driving charges. The incident drew immediate traffic alerts as officers stopped the vehicle and began an investigation.
San Marino swimmers are reminded of the final entry deadline tonight at 9 for the All City Swim Meet to be held Saturday at the community pool. Co sponsored by the Kiwanis and Recreation Department, medals await winners in 9 am prelims and 7 30 pm finals with multiple age group races and standard medals for top three.
Construction is expected to begin next week on the project which includes a lighting component. Officials say the work will improve safety and visibility at the site and is funded by city and state grants.
George L. Reynolds, longtime San Marino Community Church business manager, will become administrator of the California Presbyterian Homes effective September 1. He resigns from his current post, held since January 1953, and has roots in Southern California, with prior service related to the Forest Branch work in California.
The founder of Moral Re Armament Dr Frank Buchman has died in Germany. San Marinans are active in the movement with some previously associated with Buchman. The group believed in direct divine communication guiding world affairs and attracted thousands of followers.
McClellan, named by the Loson of Commerce as head of a defog policy and related trade duties, also served as general manager of a major exhibit in Moscow from July to September 1959 by President Eisenhower’s appointment. He has San Marino city government experience as a councilman and leads regional business groups including the Merchants and Manufacturers Association and Keep America Beautiful.
John Morley will address the annual picnic of the GOP Club. The event aims to boost party spirits and engage local supporters in a warm, community gathering as daylight saving continues.
Scott Allan and Steve Hubbs of the Newport Harbor Yacht Club win the Crosby Memorial Trophy in the national Snipe Regatta held in Old Saybrook Connecticut. The three day, five race event crowns two top notch sailors from San Marino with family ties to Rebel Allan Jr. and Dr. E Clark Hubbs Jr. Allan had previously been invited to final Olympic Team eliminations in Naples Italy in 1960.
Governor Edmund G Brown appoints Mrs Charlies P Gould of Old Mill Road to the Advisory Committee on Child Welfare The move aligns with efforts to improve rehabilitation and treatment services for adolescents and related hospital interests.
Southern California Gas Company paid San Marino 42769 in 1960 property and franchise taxes as part of total 17083658 paid to Southland districts. Most funds 6951923 support schools, with 2078637 for city, 3839762 for county, 168313 for special districts. remaining for franchises and licenses.
The Regional Planning Commission released figures showing the city ranks 52nd in population among 71 county cities. San Gabriel leads with 23 158 residents while Senada City records 26 652. The local city is listed at about 13 738 inhabitants.
William B. McKesson, San Marino civic leader and Los Angeles County District Attorney, will be honored at a August 30 reception and dinner at the Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills. The tribute lists long service in public posts, advisory roles, and Masonic leadership, highlighting a career spanning decades.
San Marino police rushed to a home on Mirasol drive last Sunday about 7 p.m. when John J. Tobin reported his two year old son Mitchell J. Tobin had eaten fly poison. An ambulance carried the child to San Gabriel Community Hospital for treatment.
James R. Hindmarch aged 18 pleaded not guilty to malicious mischief connected to damage at Ernest Speedy's Lombardy road home three weeks ago. He will appear in court on September 18 in Pasadena after being implicated by others involved.
Several local women from San Marin are included for the first time in the new edition of Who’s Who of American Women. The list features Dorothy W. Andrews June E Bayless Marie L de Trujillo Mrs Andrew M Dithridge Mrs Johnson Fewsmith Mrs Floyd E Smith and Elizabeth Goodland. Grace McClusky is also named. Selections reflect prominence in business professional work or community welfare contributions.
The San Marino and Long Beach Women’s Republican Clubs organize a bus trip to hear Senator Barry Goldwater speak at a Long Beach picnic supper on August 23. Tickets are $1.50 round trip. bus departs Huntingon School at 4 p.m. Reservations via Mrs. Garrison, Mrs. Kinkle, or Mrs. Davidson.
San Marinans Mr and Mrs Louis Creveling Jr work in Africa with the International Cooperation Administration. Elton H Gilbert received a teaching offer. Fifteen former Stanfordites train for African posts or already teach as part of Stanford Institute of International Relations recruitment. Crevelings in Accra Ghana teach math and English at Adis Adel College. Gilbert offered high school post in Sierra Leone. Program run by Africa Desk of Stanford Afro American Institute and partners, not the Peace Corps.
Disappointment followed the Marino Alumni Committee meeting as chairman Ron Glasoe announced the planned benefit football game at San Marino High School was cancelled. An alumni no host party is set for the Christmas vacation to boost interest in the fundraising effort.
Horace W. Brower of Waverly is named to a United States Postal Service group. The appointment highlights Brower as a local official chosen for service in postal operations.
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