31 Oct 1963
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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1963
Page
1
Approximately 200 Scottsdale children from local churches collected for UNICEF in a Trick or Treat drive. The program educates American youth about global needs while raising funds to improve health and welfare for children in developing nations.
Members of the Boys Club of Scottsdale and their guests are invited to a free Halloween party tonight at 7 with a spook chamber, a costume contest with prizes, and the film Abbott and Costello Meet the Mummy. Refreshments will be served. Fathers of club members are invited to Dad's Night Friday from 7 to 9 p.m.
The Scottsdale Jaycees announce the 10th annual Parada del Sol queen contest. Eligible are single women 18 plus residing in the Scottsdale School District, with judging on beauty personality and riding ability. Entry deadline Nov 29. final judging Dec 8. winner may compete in Miss Rodeo Arizona and Miss Rodeo America.
Scottsdale police will field six patrol units plus detectives and juvenile officers tonight as Halloween safety measures. Lt. R. D. Kaar urged adult supervision for costumed children to deter vandalism and aid traffic safety. Meanwhile, city park_ing enforcement continues with 45 citations last night, 25 the night before, mostly for improper curb parking and diagonal spacing. An inquest will be held at 9 a.m. Monday into the death of Atty William R. Peterson, found shot near a water hole two miles west of Curry's Corners. deputies say he likely shot himself accidentally during target practice, an autopsy confirming a gun wound as the cause.
Dick Raps trustees over US aid issue criticizes Scottsdale School Board for delaying a survey on eligibility for federal impact funds. State School Supt W. W. Skipper Dick notes Public Law 815 and 874 have been renewed and are in Congress.
Scottsdale Citizens' Planning Advisory Committee backs a study priority for downtown high rise needs. Five studies would cover central business district land use and traffic, civic center buildings, airport, storm drainage, and planning ordinances with tribal liaison. Skidmore Owings Merrill architect proposes McCormick Ranch master plan with 3500 to 4500 homes and multiple facilities, though no immediate development planned.
The College Young Republicans of Arizona criticized the revocation of three Pima County chapters by the state executive board. They warned the move could erode the Young Republican movement in Arizona and pledged to act more independently, noting about 800 collegian YA members and 400 University of Arizona students.
Partly cloudy conditions give way to fair skies with slight cooling. Highs near 83 today and 81 tomorrow, lows around 55 tonight and 66 today. Willard L. Greene notes Wednesday’s high 82, low 66 with 0.01 inch rain last night. The board discusses Public Law 815 and 874 aid for federally connected students as district records and census checks assess eligibility, with estimates up to 150000 dollars but doubts about the amount.
Scottsdale School Board backs a 5,880,750 bond plan after advisory committee recommendations. Two ballot questions cover a new high school and multiple elementary expansions, with cost controls and potential contingencies noted amid debate over long term needs and public access to meetings.
Washington report says the Marine Corps and Army clash over hip pocket flaps cost taxpayers an extra 68000 yearly. The General Accounting Office found the Army conceded and future tropical wool khaki trousers will include flaps as the Marines demanded.
Washington FCC official warns broadcasters they risk penalties if they present New Hampshire lottery information as news. Lottery, tied to Rockingham Raceway, can pay up to 200000 to winning ticket holders. First state lottery since 1894 Louisiana abolition.
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