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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1963
Page
2
Dr Walter C Alvarez explains cystic fibrosis as a genetic disease attacking pancreas and lungs with thick secretions and risk of broncho pneumonia. Diagnosis hinges on high salt content in sweat, and treatment includes pancreatic enzymes potassium iodide and antibiotics to treat infections.
FBI agents arrested Philip E. Lord 28 after he phoned a widow and tried to collect money with threats to kill her or her child. He arrived from San Francisco a week prior and was caught in a Phoenix telephone booth while directing the victim to wait with cash. Lord, who has burglary and forgery records in California, faced a $7500 bond.
The mayor and city council will hold hearings Sept 3 at 8 p.m. in the council chambers on four rezoning petitions. One property seeks RI-7 to R-4 north of Thom as Road between Primrose Way and Cross-Cut Canal. Another seeks S-R to C-3 on Scotts dale Road near Rancho Vista Drive. A third seeks R1-7 to R-5 at 7033 E Early Dr. The fourth seeks R1-7 to C-1 at Entrada and Thom as Roads southeast corner.
The Liberty Bell at Independence Hall in Philadelphia weighs 2080 pounds per the World Almanac.
Kenneth F. Seipp, 32, associate professor of music at Arizona State University, was named director of the Scottsdale Chamber Opera Theater for the 1963-64 season. He has taught at Indiana University and Park College and joined the ASU music staff recently. The SCOT season marks its sixth year as a national model for chamber opera with productions planned in local resorts and small theatres.
In Sheppton Pa two trapped coal miners, David Fellin and Henry Throne, sing and joke despite 11 days underground. Surface observers, families, and rescue crews cling to hope as drills, dust, and a large crowd surround the mine shaft while a third miner remains unaccounted for.
Phoenix artist and former French consul Paul Coze was honored with a French Order of Merit at Etienne Restaurant in Scottsdale for fostering Franco American relations through travel and events. The medal was pinned by Andre Althand, while over 40 civic leaders and friends attended the ceremony ending with champagne. Coze had previously earned the Legion of Honor ten years earlier for art and writing achievements.
Two bids dates are scheduled at city hall. An eight inch sanitary sewer line project on Indian School Road will have bids opened at 5 p.m. on Sept 3. The city's group insurance coverage bids will be opened at 2 p.m. on Sept 4.
Former President Truman said the chances of Russia not violating the nuclear test ban treaty are very slim though he backs the pact. He criticized Russia for breaking past agreements and warned that enforcement relies on Senate ratification and future amendments. Dr. Edward Teller opposed the ban citing defense needs.
Scottsdale School District finishes a nine volume 1000 page study guiding kindergarten through high school courses. Curriculum Director Clifford Smith led 19 schools in compiling the volumes to identify needs, reduce overlap, aid new teachers, and set a path for future revision with ASU specialists evaluating the program.
Six Scottsdale residents will join 52 graduates of the ninth annual Delinquency Control Institute at Arizona State University. Grads include Vincent T. Healy Jr Arthur C. Jerome Frederick F. Miller Anthony J. Nicholson Kenneth M. Pepper Jr and C P Walters. Dr Sydney Smith directed the 10 week course for law enforcement and youth work. M O Geraghty of Mesa's Jefferson School is institute president. Banquet set for Mountain Shadows in Scottsdale.
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