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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1961
Page
5
A proposed Scottsdale zoning plan sets strict limits for new industrial areas. It requires building permits before zone changes and caps building coverage at 50 percent of the lot, with 100 foot setbacks from residences. Landscaping rules, required screening, and access planning aim to protect nearby properties while allowing offices and government uses.
Norman K Martin reports a predicted severe forest fire season from the Rocky Mountains to the Pacific, with California Oregon Washington Idaho Utah and Nevada seeking more funds crews and equipment. Officials warn tourists pose risk as crews build fire breaks and prep aerial fighting methods.
Encino California UPI reports John Clark Gable ten weeks old son of the late Clark Gable will be baptized Roman Catholic at St Cyril's Church next Sunday his mother announced. The sire died before the baby was born and was not Catholic but the mother attended church though she was divorced.
Scottsdale and Arcadia high school students will attend the Sky-Y Camp in Prescott on June 9 as delegates to the five year old Any Town workshop. The event will host 147 participants from 32 schools in 12 cities with 17 adult advisors and 16 junior counselors guiding discussions on communism unemployment religion home problems prejudice and discrimination.
A Scottsdale bred Arabian stallion named Aalrief won three first place ribbons at the All Arabian Horse Show at Santa Anita Park California. He took first in three gaited open and three gaited championship stake and was second in performance yet of fire. Another Scottsdale Arabian owned by Mr and Mrs E J Tweed of Brusally Ranch won first in native costume.
President Kennedy acts as godfather to his 10 month old niece Anna Christina Radziwill. The baptism occurs in Westminster Cathedral with family and clergy present as Secret Service guards the private ceremony. A reception follows at Prince Radziwill's home.
In Moscow authorities clamp down on profiteers amid scarce goods. Officials post photos of known speculators at strategic store locations as hundreds of shoppers form queues. At GUM and other markets, entry remains controlled while radios and valves show limited stock and long lines persist.
Mrs. William A Van Benschoten of Paradise Valley will join about 1000 alumnae returning to Wellesley College in Massachusetts for the 81st annual Week-end. Reunions will gather 13th through 1996 classes from 37 states plus Canada the Virgin Islands Panama England and Japan.
Fragmentary text discusses Hodgkin's disease symptoms and gland enlargement. Mentions an alkaloid extracted from a garden shrub and a claim about ape intelligence versus human. Context unclear and names or dates are not fully readable.
The City Council of Sera in Arizona holds a session in May 1961 to address municipal matters. Notable actions include discussions on local services and budget allocation for the month.
The City of Scottsdale announces a public sale of bonds in 1961 for 1049 of rates. bids must exceed two percent interest and be accompanied by a certified check. The sale will be held in the mayor and city council chambers. proceeds fund the city’s water and utility system.
The article explains charter cities in Arizona enjoy broad powers beyond general statutes. It covers electing boards of freeholders to draft a charter, 90 day drafting limits, council review and voter approval, governor’s review, and potential for more economical operation and flexible budgeting compared to statute or common council government.
Free swim lessons for all ages and skill levels to be organized Monday June 12 during morning hours at the municipal pool. An enrollment form signed by a parent or guardian is required and must be turned in at the pool office by Friday evening. The lessons and pool use during lesson periods are free. Advanced classes in swimming diving and life saving to be scheduled later.
The Stagehelles of Scottsdale meet at 8 p m in Mrs. Robert Bryan’s home. New officers become president Mrs. Raymond Shaw secretary Mrs. John McMahon treasurer Mrs. Robert Bremmer. Arrangements for the annual swim party and potluck dinner for August 12 and plans for the Harvest Moon Ball on Sept 23 will be discussed.
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