23 Aug 1973
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Newspaper
San Marino Tribune
Location
San Marino, California, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1973
Page
1
San Marino schools announce the new academic year begins September 11 with staff meetings September 5 to 7. Orientation for teachers precedes a district wide faculty meeting. Board and PTA will review start arrangements and registration details while California Admission Day affects Monday closures.
The San Marino recreation department hosts the nineteenth All-City Swim Meet Saturday morning August 25 at 3 am at the high school pool. Lorraine Dewey leads the swim team committee with Steve and Sue Swinney assisting. a week of water games and new classes have drawn many youngsters, with daily sessions 2 to 5 pm and free swimming through Labor Day.
San Marino High School will undergo its five year accreditation during the coming school year. Principal Jack Ho Rankin said the three day visit by an association committee will evaluate the instructional program in all areas. The process may yield commendations for strengths and recommendations for improvements guiding future accreditation decisions.
Old Mill group invites San Marino artists to register for an upcoming exhibition at the historic Old Mill landmark. Forest W Foster of the Fronds of the Old Mill praises the site’s spirit and plans a public show on the grounds, with possible awards for top artworks. Artists should mail registration to Forest W Foster 1120 Old Mill Road San Marino 91108.
The National Weather Service forecast calls for sunny skies with late night and early morning clouds and smog in the air. Temperature readings from San Marino show several highs including 4 and 79 on different days with mixed values through the week.
At the regular noon meeting of the San Martin Rotary Club two new members Don Whitwam and Al Cary will be introduced. Whitwam specializes in hambung and commercial loans while Cary focuses on finance fine stocks and bonds. The meeting is at the San Martin Woman's Club.
Sperintendent of the San Maring district has started the process to select a new principal for Stoneman School after Miss Eumce Jones resigned after four years. Applications are being received and interviews will begin soon. The Board of Education hopes to choose a new principal before classes resume on September 11.
The City Council approves a 205 tax rate with a per resident cost forecast of about 154 per year. The report notes redistributed funds and 463 projected increase from the current year, with residents shouldering most costs via property taxes.
The Humane Society reports handling over 170 animals in the first four months from April to July. Most were dogs and cats with a mix of other species. some were returned to owners or placed in new homes while four animals were destroyed.
Fragmented traffic and ambulance records describe multiple August incidents. Fire units respond to a garage fire on Longmont Ave and alarms in Huntington Dr and Seetra Madre area with ambulances deployed to various locations.
An Alhambra plan connected to a Saturday event is noted in police records. The report indicates involvement with breading and materials for drawings and potential influence tied to the case.
Arnold, author of Burglar Proof Your Home, argues resident attitude matters in burglary prevention. In interviews and with hardware advice, he notes California's open life and frequent absences raise risk, urging vigilant routines and proactive security measures.
City officials prepare a discussion on the proposed tax rate of 2.05 for the 1973 74 cycle. The chamber board schedules a meeting along The Drive to review budget impacts and public input.
The obituary notes the death of Mrs Collins former owner of the Tribune. It mentions a sister and other family ties while outlining public notices and memorial references from local sources.
A local advisory briefs seniors on a tax advantage and related programs. The notice references efforts by Roark and others to deliver filing tips and assistance before the new year.
Fragmented text lines appear to reference a city or county notice with unclear names and dates. Readable items include place names and partial event cues, but essential details are missing to establish a full notice or report.
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