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Newspaper
San Marino Tribune
Location
San Marino, California, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1963
Page
1
San Marino marks its 50th birthday with a public celebration this Saturday at K. L. Carver School. Hundreds are expected to attend the citywide event filled with memories and community fun.
The 50th Anniversary Celebration at Carver School features 19 exhibits by civic groups from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. with rooms 1 to 20 hosting topics from Early Southern California Indians to The 1940s. Three reunions attract hundreds, including Old Timers, Huntington School alumni, and the class of 1956.
San Marino schools will run 192000 less cost next year due to Board economies. Major savings come from starting double sessions in kindergarten and reducing bus Fleet from nine to six. The May 7 21 tax vote funds salary needs and classroom expansion.
The piece recalls running boards smoking cars and open air sections of PE trains. It notes smokers and fresh air fans, trolley-pole pranks on motormen, and gasoline sold at rear-store pumps.
Legion members may view a film about the Rose Parade. Reservations should be made by calling Harold Erdman, service officer, Sycamore, on May 6.
Fulton Lewis III and Cornell Ridley debate whether the House group should be abolished at 8 p.m. in San Marino High School Auditorium. The San Marino Young Republicans sponsor the event with a $1 donation. Lewis supports the Committee. Ridley opposes.
The Huntington School Auditorium hosts the Women’s Chorus annual spring concert on Friday May 10 at 8 p.m. The 20 voice choir conducted by Dr. J Arthur Lewis performs pieces by Clokey Herbert Brahms and Rodgers. Lynn Wilgus Lewis is guest pianist and soloist.
Dr. Federico Bigi, San Marino Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs, announced the republic will cooperate in the 50th anniversary celebrations of its incorporation as a city. An exhibit will be displayed at the May 4 event at the Carver School.
Anne Wilson Patton known as Anita, daughter of San Marino’s first mayor George S Patton and sister of the WWII general, is recognized for residing longest in the family home since 1921. Illness prevents her from attending city events detailing her grandfather Benjamin Wilson’s history.
Dr. Carl D. Anderson, acting chair of the physics division, will join 29 other Nobel Laureates for the dedication of the Alfred Nobel Hall of Science at Gustavus Adolphus College in Saint Peter Minnesota this Saturday May 4. The gathering is expected to be the third largest in Nobel history with more than 30 attendees on only two prior occasions.
A notice announces funeral services for Eugene Reedy in Santa Monica. The obituary describes him as a conscientious capable and dedicated community employee who served the city and county budgets and the state controller's division with utmost effort.
The CIF swim meet will be televised at 2 p.m. Two San participants are expected to compete. Broadcasters will cover finals and showcase local swimmers advancing to regional events.
Paul Cunningham of Melville Drive will be the next president of the Pasadena Chamber of Commerce. He takes the helm as leadership transition accelerates, with plans to guide local business advocacy and community programs.
Letters of congratulations pour in for the San Marino Tribune from city officials and residents. Mayor Harry Hitchcock and other community leaders praise the 50th anniversary issue highlighting San Marino history and local events. Readers commend the edition as a valuable record and a community newspaper.
The second in a series of training sessions for the Volunteer Speakers Bureau of the Red Cross met Monday morning April 22 at the Pasadena Chapter House 48 North El Molino. Attending were Mrs Byron P Weints chairwoman of Pasadena volunteers Mrs Eileen Free of the Red Cross public information staff Mrs Charles Kavanaugh Cardiac Recruitment Chairman Mrs Wayne Knight Coast Valley Council Chairman and Mrs Roy E James Public Relations Chairman from the San Marino Branch. For information on future sessions call Sycamore 69141 extension 29.
Chelsea Road resident William E Forbes will be honored at UCLA Anniversary Day for Distinguished Service to the University. A 1928 UCLA graduate, Forbes led student affairs and edited the Daily Bruin, later joining CBS and Young and Rubicam before leading the Southern California Music Company.
Mrs Jessie Gray Murphy born January 13 1885 in the Old Mill the oldest living native of San Marino will attend the citys 50th anniversary celebration at Carver School. She recalls the Old Mill nearby Mayberry ranch and Wilson Lake now Lacy Park while living in Chatsworth.
A regular meeting of the city council was convened with members present to discuss local affairs. The agenda included routine approvals, committee reports, and public comment periods.
Thomas F. Girvan is named lieutenant in the San Marino Police Department by Chief James Moore. A 1951 patrolman and 1955 sergeant, he has held roles including motorcycle officer and department training officer. Born in Pasadena, 36, he lives in Monrovia with wife and two sons and served as Navy boatswain's mate in World War II. He studied at USC Institute, UCLA, and East Los Angeles Junior College.
On May 9 the San Marino High School Band and Chorus present their ninth annual Spring Concert in the Elmer C. Neher Auditorium. Featured soloists include Nancy Obenchain Walter Mees Steve Tyler and Richard Eager with the Velve Suite. Director Charles Costarella leads both groups. Admission is 75 cents and proceeds go to the Band Fund for instruments awards and excursions. Tickets: Austin Buffum Sycamore 6-3971 or Stan Turner Sycamore 97468.
Lynei Perry named first vice president and Charlies Reese second vice president. Officers include Cedric Scott treasurer Don Anderson tail twister tamer Harold Old Molyneaux Metorien. Harry Hunt and Roland Boydes named new directors for 1963 to 1965.
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