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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1948
Page
3
A vivid description of a fire engine flashing by and the dangers of careless fire use. The piece warns that fires can destroy homes, businesses, and lives, contributing to a half billion dollars in annual U.S. losses and prompting reflection on safety.
Betty Jo Wright, Scottsdale High School graduate, earned a berth with the PBSR Ramblers of Phoenix after tryouts two weeks ago. She will likely play in the outfield on the California tour, following a catcher role in high school. The Ramblers finished a Buena Park series and now play Monrovia. lineup status is not yet confirmed.
Bart Grant has become owner operator of the Frontier Barber Shop at 105 South Scottsdale Road replacing Malcolm White. Grant who has 26 years in the trade and seven years running his own shops, moved with his wife Leona and son Paul from Kembir Kentucky to Scottsdale and plans to hire another barber before fall.
Phil A. Isley longtime Maricopa County Supervisor chair and Salt River Valley businessman announced Thursday his bid for the Democratic party nomination to the Arizona Corporation Commission. Also notes the birth of a son to Mr and Mrs Guy Mixter in Tempe. The United States remains the world’s largest coffee market.
Acting Governor Dan E Garvey proclaimed a statewide Flag Day observance for Monday June 14. He urged citizens to renew allegiance to the American flag and reaffirm faith in democracy, and directed flag displays on state buildings and participation by businesses and homes.
The American Red Cross appeals for more Gray Ladies to aid patients. A Gray Lady service training course will be held June 10 and 11 at 329 North Third Avenue, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the new Red Cross headquarters. The program includes 10 lectures and applicants aged 21 to 55 may obtain information at Red Cross headquarters.
The first three expectant fathers in the Greater Phoenix area will be honored on Father's Day June 20 with prizes and honors. Fred Knowles, president of the local Expectant Fathers club, announced prizes from merchants and the Phoenix Retail Trade Bureau led by Frank Hill.
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