27 Apr 1961
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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1961
Page
1
Dr. John Ashe predicts Scottsdale school tax rate will increase by at least 2 cents, likely about 1 dollar more per $100 of valuation, due to exploding school enrollment. A $14 000 home could see an $84 rise, a $22 000 home about $55. current taxes are $228 and $870 respectively. County and state taxes also rise. city rate should stay steady.
Cape Canaveral reports United States launches Explorer IX a 94.8 pound satellite to orbit Earth. The four stage rocket lifted at 7 16 a m MST with tracking confirming orbit from Johannesburg Woomera San Diego and East Grand Forks. Scientists aim to study gamma radiations to uncover universe mysteries and origins. Dr George Clark MIT voices cautious optimism.
The third annual Horse Show and Country Fair starts tomorrow at Phoenix Elks Club park on 44th Street and East Thomas Road. Evening show at 7 30 tomorrow and three shows Saturday at 8 30 4 00 and 7 30. Sunday offers two shows in morning and afternoon. Admission to Elks Park free. six show admissions charged. Country Fair runs alongside with gowns music rides and midway attractions for children. Proceeds support the Elks Memorial Dental Clinic aiding needy children aged 4 to 7.
Arizona physicians attend the 70th annual Arizona Medical Society convention in Scottsdale. The day features 7:45 a.m. breakfast, a series of scientific meetings, luncheons by specialty groups, a 3 p.m. House of Delegates session, and the President's Ball at 7 p.m. honoring Dr. Leslie B. Smith. Medical Auxiliary events include a 9 a.m. coffee, golf, and tours.
A meeting of Republic Properties Inc. board of directors is scheduled tomorrow in Scottsdale. Directors include John C. Pritzlaff Jr. as chairman treasurer Arthur L. Weir Jr. as vice president and director with others from Phoenix Tulsa Calif and New Mexico.
Saloma Elementary hosts a Pet Fair at 12 30 p m inviting children to bring pets. Animals receive food exhibitors badges ribbons and banners with prizes for best looking dogs most obedient cats most beautiful cats and other categories. Norbert Bruemmer heads the event which aims to showcase what students have learned and is free for families.
A chair in Tom Fannins home at 726 West Lewis Ave caught fire yesterday. Local crews extinguished the blaze with minimal damage estimated at 45 dollars.
The fourth Bantam Grocery in the Salt River Valley will rise within 30 days at 56th and Indian School Rd. Texas and Arizona operator Dick Bowen leads the chain with a 965000 investment in land and building. J L Martin of Copper King Electric Co. builds and will lease to operators. Jack Sennini of Ed Post Realty arranged development. native stone and glass storefront will feature off street parking near a new Humble service station.
President Kennedy convened congressional leaders at the White House to discuss Laos after United States officials pressed Russia for a swift cease-fire. State Department contact with Soviet envoy Menshikov followed a demand for a halt to delays and China’s call for withdrawal of advisers before any cease-fire. Britain and Russia urged a 14 nation Geneva conference set for May 12. Lao government accepted the cease-fire while rebels and communists signaled agreement.
Fragmentary text notes a Phoenix and Scottsdale related annexation issue. The readable portion references part of an area already annexed to Scottsdale, suggesting a jurisdictional or boundary dispute without full details.
At 2 p.m. tomorrow police sirens will sound city wide as Scottsdale Civil Defense Council and Scottsdale Marshal's Posse participate in a simulated defense drill scheduled to run until 9 a.m. Saturday.
A syndicate led by Jannings Morse of Western Land and Investment Co announces development of a lease parking facility at the Brown Avenue and Indiana School Road corner. The property, bought from Leslie Barker, Margaret Bragg, and Eugenie L. Patterson, will host car shelters and paved commercial parking with use planned around May 20.
Scottsdale teachers express wholehearted approval of the 7 percent across the board salary hike for 1961 62 approved by the school board. The raise raises base pay by at least 300 dollars for some, with overall tax rate increases to cover other district needs. The district plans an index salary schedule for 1962 63 and reviews salaries for 375 non teaching staff.
Judge McFate heard arguments on quo warranto jurisdiction and the validity of withdrawal signatures for Paradise Valley incorporation petitions. John Madden for the incorporation committee challenged the withdrawals as ineffective after filing. A Wednesday hearing will decide a permanent injunction sought by El Chorro Lodge owners.
Police sources report a nationwide roundup after a major plot to aid the abortive Algerian revolt was uncovered in France. Thousands of homes were searched and hundreds arrested by midday, with papers naming plot leaders found in multiple residences including generals Salan Challe and Jouhaud. Zeller remained at large.
Partial Arizona data notes non agricultural employment trends with unclear context and missing specifics. The brief hints at total figures and a press update from Phoenix. Further detail is required for a precise summary.
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