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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1948
Page
7
The Methodist church added a 16 by 40 plastered adobe structure with two rooms a nursery and a fully equipped kitchen joining the west side. The project cost 2500 dollars and immediate use is planned with a dedication date to be announced. A 6000 cubic foot blower cooler was also installed and a lit playground with outdoor games is under construction north of the church.
Boyd Hayden a pioneer resident of Scottsdale is listed as a patient at Southside hospital in Mesa after a light heart attack last week. He cannot receive visitors but friends may send cards or flowers.
A report notes night traffic fatalities are about three times higher than daytime deaths, highlighting safety concerns after dark and potential risk factors such as reduced visibility and driver behavior.
Gov. Sid ney P. Osborn proclaimed White Cane Week for May 15 to May 21 in Phoenix in cooperation with the National Federation of the Blind. The observance aims to publicize white cane use and secure greater protection for the sightless.
Sun Valley pool on Indian School road hosted over 100 children Saturday to celebrate the summer opening. George W. Strand, owner and operator, remodeled the pool and cafe at a cost of 6000 dollars and plans landscaping to create a small park. dressing rooms will be ready soon. Strand, new manager since January after taking over from Scotty Martin, brings prior experience in swimming facilities and past co-ownership of the Tony Bell Guest ranch in Phoenix.
May 22 marks National Maritime Day and May 16 is observed as I Am An American Day in Arizona. The latter honors individuals naturalized in the past year with special recognition.
General Mark W. Clark in San Francisco announced a campaign to raise Army Nurse Corps Reserve officers to 29 000. Civilian nurses aged 21 to 45 are urged to apply and, if selected, will be appointed as reserve officers in the Organized Reserve Corps.
Billy Cooper leads the eight man Army Europe boxing squad to Ft Sheridan Illinois in May for Olympic trials. The former Scottsdale resident and Arizona State College attendee posted 81 wins in 86 fights and joined the Army in 1943. The team dominated U S zone weight championships.
A note indicates recruitment will be subject to call in a national emergency. further information is available from the Phoenix recruiting office.
On Tuesday May 4 a marriage license was issued by the Superior Court in Phoenix to Joe B Terrez and Carmen Soria, both residents of Scottsdale. Buster Fosher and Roy Daley enjoyed a quick day trip fishing at a nearby lake on Sunday.
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