Residents Protest Water Rates in Paradise Valley
About 52 Mockingbird Water Co. customers in northern Paradise Valley filed a petition with the state corporation commission alleging an $8 minimum monthly charge and improper meter refunds. The commission's utilities division is probing and may hold a public hearing in six weeks. Authorities say refunds were issued after a 1950 rate order, while customers claim meters and billing practices harmed households and neighbors.
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Mockingbird _Water Company
Paradise Valley
State Corporation Commission
Commission
Scottsdale
U.N. Moves To Free Congo Captives
United Nations forces head toward Kasongo in Kivu Province to seek release of about 30 missionaries held by Congolese troops. Reports say 23 Americans may be among the group, with additional priests and nuns believed to be Belgians remaining at Kasongo.
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Leopoldville
The
Congo
U.N
Kuvu
Kasongo
U.S
Portugal Vote Shakes NATO
The United States and Russia jointly opposed Portugal on a UN Africa policy vote about Angola. An Afro Asian resolution, calling for reform in Angola, failed to pass with five votes in favor and abstentions from Britain France Turkey China Chile and Ecuador. Portugal, a NATO member and ally of the U S, was not on the Security Council.
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United Nations
N.Y
UPD
United States
Russia
Portugal
Angola
NATO
Adlai E
Stevenson
Ud Setlinite
Kenne Ee Ce Taal S
Britain
France
Turkey
China
Chile
Ecuador
Ceylon
Liberia
United
Arab Republic
Portugal i
Security Council
Arcadia Receives Motorola Surplus for Electronics Training
Arcadia High School received 7000 worth of surplus Motorola components including wires transistors and tubes for science training. Assistant principal William Hendry said the gift cuts costs for students and supports advanced physics and Isb projects. Motorola has previously donated surplus parts to Phoenix high schools.
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Scottsdale
Motorola
Arcadia High School
Le¢Tronics
William W. Hendry
Arcadia
Isb
Phoenix
Alvey Elected Scottsdale YMCA Board Chair
Frank Alvey, Scottsdale public relations man, was chosen as chair of the Scottsdale-Tempe YMCA Board of Management succeeding Ernie Uhlmann. Gary Anderson, Dan Weisberger, and B L Tims named vice chair, secretary, and treasurer. The board backs hiring a program director to assist John Carhart. About 5000 enrollments in branch programs. A $20 200 budget approved for the year.
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Frank .Alvey
Scottsdale
Scottsdale-Tempe
YMCA
Alvey
Ernie Uhlmann
Gary Anderson
ASU
Dan Weisberger
Scottsdale Realtor
B. L. Tims
John Carhart
Narcotics Bill Faces Senate Judiciary Committee Battle
In Phoenix the narcotics bill drew sharp debate in the Senate Judiciary Committee chair Harold C. Gis leading the discussion. Supporters say the measure offers clear voter choice this session, while opponents challenge its two main points. The proposal requires testing with a synthetic opiate to determine resumption of narcotic use and imposes harsher imprisonment for a second offense.
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Phoenix
UPI
Senate Judiciary Committee
Stoday
Harold C
Senate
Fight Brewing Over Jobless Bill in Senate Debates
Washington UPI reports Senate forces will wage a stiff floor fight to strike drastic committee changes in President Kennedy's unemployment benefits bill. The Senate opened debate after approval Wednesday by the Finance Committee amid controversy over extensions and funding.
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Washington
Thousands See Rodeo Parade in Phoenix
The Jaycee rodeo parade drew thousands of Arizonans to downtown Phoenix kicking off the Jaycee world championship rodeo at the state fairgrounds. Dignitaries including Governor Fannin Mayor Marchan Secretary Bolin and Rex Allen led the lengthy procession amid early traffic jams and limited parking.
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Phoenix
UPI
Paul Fannin
Sam Marchan
Wesley Bolin
Rex Allen
Arcadia Burdened by Charter Suit as City Rallys to Defend
Scottsdale faces another legal challenge as Assistant Attorney General Charles Brewer filed a suit in Superior Court on behalf of Arcadia residents Robert B Williams and Lewis Downs. The action targets the city charter and annexation grounds, echoing an earlier case. A public meeting is set for March 28 in Kaibab School, Phoenix, to address officials and arcadia east residents.
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Scottsdale
Dial
Arcadia
Cial
Charles ‘Brewer
Superior
Robert “B. Williams
Calle Redondo
Brewer
Lewis Downs
Williams
Phoenix
Luncheon Parade Marks Old Timers Day in Scottsdale
A public event at Camelback Inn begins with a 10 30 a m cocktail party tomorrow honoring old time players. A luncheon follows at 12 30 p m at Scottsdale Stadium with a 1 30 p m baseball game between the Red Sox and Los Angeles Angels. Notables include Bob Feller Dizzy Dean Ford Frick Whitey Lockman Wes Westrum Ty Cobb Earl Grace Hank Lieber and Walter Nagel who will throw out the first ball with Governor Paul Fannin watching.
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Camelback Tan
Aopen
Inn
al Scottsdale Rd
Scottsdale ‘Stadium
Red Sox
Los “Angeles Angels
Harlie Judy
Bob Feller
Dizzy Dean
Ford Frick
Whitey Lockman
Wes Westrum
Ty “Cobb
Earl Grace
Hank ‘Lieber
Walter Nagel
Kennedy injured in White House mishap
President John Fitzgerald Kennedy reportedly struck his head on a table while bending to pick up an item for his daughter Caroline. The White House notes he wore a bandage above his left eye but is not in serious danger.
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Beilig
John
Fitzgerald Kennedy
White ‘House
Caroline
Pentagon Raid Nets Gamblers
Federal agents conducted a raid at the Pentagon arresting 35 laborers, all Negroes, amid a four month probe into a numbers racket. Warrants were served in a crowded locker room as agents used maps to locate suspects in one of the world’s largest office buildings. U.S. Attorney Joseph S Bamascus called the inroad by organized crime into the defense nerve center fantastic.
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Washington
UPI
Péntagon
U.S
Joseph S. Bambacus
Pentagon
Udall to Speak at Valley Kiwanis Luncheon in Phoenix
Former Interior Secretary Udall will address the Valley of the Sun Kiwanis Club at the Hotel Westward Ho's Turquoise Room tomorrow noon. The luncheon is invitation only and the 300-seat venue is expected to be filled.
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Len Huck
Udall
Roosevelt Dam
Arizona
Democratic
Central Committee
Annexation May Increase Parks Budget in Scottsdale
The $44,000 parks and recreation budget could triple if Scottsdale annexes a large east side area. The parks board was told the primary rise would fund extending recreation to a second high school and 11 more elementary schools, with county programs already operating at eight sites.
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City Parks and Recreation Department
Scottsdale
East Side
Parks Board
Snow and wind spread across northern Arizona
A cold front dropped up to six inches of snow on northern Arizona towns and brought strong winds to Phoenix and Scottsdale. Snow Bowl near Flagstaff recorded six inches. McNary White Mountains four. Maverick two. Flagstaff three. Show Low one. Warmer weather expected to follow later today and tomorrow.
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Phoenix
UPD
Arizona
Scottsdale
Snow Bowl
Flagstaff
Eastside annexation proposal saves Scottsdale residents money
City Manager Bob McNutt says unattached east side residents would save $1.75 a month on fire protection garbage and sewer services by joining Scottsdale, plus annual taxes of $17.76 would still leave a net gain after services. He notes annexation gives residents a voice in city decisions.
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Scottsdale
Daily Progress
Arizona
Bob McNutt
McNutt
Arcadia Citizens Rally Against Phoenix Charter Takeover
The Arcadia Citizens Committee urges residents to join a fight against Phoenix efforts to absorb Scottsdale and block Paradise Valley incorporation. The plea highlights alleged unfair tactics, neighborly cooperation by Scottsdale with Paradise Valley, and calls for support to defend local charter government. The group provides a contact number WH 6-0608 for direction and emphasizes unity in this regional clash.
Congo session urged by Soviet Union at United Nations
The Soviet Union demanded immediate debate in the General Assembly on the Congo situation as Assembly President Bolind of Ireland prepared for a Congo session on Monday afternoon. In Chicago a building collapse injured at least 15 workers with three trapped during demolition.
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General Assembly
Congo
Assembly P
Frederick H. Bolind
Ireland
Chicago
UPI
Farmers seek law to stabilize incomes and prices
Law proposals aim to boost farmer incomes by assuring stable price levels. The discussion centers on securing steady revenue for farms amid market fluctuations. Local officials debate practical steps and potential impacts on producers and consumers.
Quadruplets Born to Beauty Queen in Philadelphia
In Philadelphia a premature birth produced four girls six weeks early at Memorial Hospital Upper Darby. Each baby weighed 2% to 3% pounds, named A B C and D by staff, with father William Cutaiar Std surprised and mother Arlene Cherrie Miss Delaware County 1955. All are in satisfactory condition and doing fine after the 12 hour birth window.
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Elson
William Cutaiar
Mushroom Transportation Company
Scottsdale Pair Gains Promotions
Two Scottsdale residents were named to high posts. Max R. Llewellyn of Scottsdale was appointed vice president of Arizona Public Service Co. and Lewis J. Ruskin of Paradise Valley joined the Valley National Bank board of directors. Ruskin is active in arts and civic affairs.
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Scottsdalians
Arizona Public Service Co
The
Valley National Bank
Max R. Llewellyn
Lewis J. Ruskin
Paradise Valley
Ruskin
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