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The frontiersman., 1953-06-11
BIG LAKE TO BE LINKED TO SATELLITES

An Air Force demolition squad from Elmendorf this week began work on a project to link Big Lake, with it's two satellites, Mud Lake and Flat Lake.
 The improvement, undertaken by the Air Force as a training project in cooperation with the U. s. Fish and Wildlife Service and the Bureau of Land Manage men of the Palmer and Anchor ment, will be a boon to sports age areas.
 The new channels will allow a free flow between the three bodies of water and provide a greatly improved fishing area readily ac- cessible to anglers of the entire region.
 In announcing the project, Col onel Robert F. Fulton, Elmen- dorf Base Commander, described the operation as excellent training for the demolition men and will, at the same time, allow the Air Force to contribute to the devel- opment of this area.
The frontiersman., 1953-06-11
Board, d, Council Discuss
 Proposed School Budqet

Because there was no quorum at the regular city council meet ing scheduled to be held June 9 no official business was conducted although members of the Palmer School Board and superintendent of schools William Zahradnicek were present with the proposed 1953-54 school budget.
 During a discussion on the pro- posed budget, interesting facts were brought out by Zahradnicek. There was a total increase of 364 Palmer students during the past four years. The May 1949 enroll ment showed 436 students attend ing the Palmer school. In 1850 there was an increase of 67 stud ents; 1851 an increase of AZ; 1852 an increase of GA; 1853 an increase of 112. n estimated September, 1853 enrolment figure of 800 would show an increase of 79 students. There figures show a 83.49 percent increase since the closing date in May 1949 With the completion of the new Swan son School this fall, some of the pressure on the present classroom space will be eased.
 The proposed budget shows in- creaSes ill several parts, many of which will be necessary for the new school. The amount of $8,200 proposed for building re- pair is more than twice the sum in the 1952-53 budget, but would include funds for gymnasium re- pairs andpainting the present school, which has not been done for several years, Zahradnicek pointed out.
 Teachers salaries showed the highest figure, STA, ,96O, of which the Territory will pay as their portion, when approved, $127,- 995, leaving a balance of $46,965 for the school district portion. This figure includes the raises authorized by recent legislature.
 total proposed budget figure of $643,04101 was not balanced by the total anticipated receipts by a figure of $35, ,17723. No con- tribution of city sales tax money was figured in the total receipts expected, although the school board will ask for some support from the city's sales tax collec- tions.
The frontiersman., 1953-06-11
G 0 U RT NEWS

A charge of dumping garbage in the roadway, brought against Chet White June 4, was dismiss ed in City Court June 8 for lack of evidence. City Magistrate John Shaw issued an oral reprimand to White against future dumping. The city had paid $108 for clear ing the roadway on the date the offense was alleged to have oc- cured.
 Albert J. Halvorsen forfeited S20 bail when he failed to appear for hearing in City Court on a drunk charge June 2.
 Donald E. Beck of Anchorage was found guilty of driving under the influence of liquor, resulting in an accident and was fined $100 and had his driver'se license re- voked for a 60-day period when he appeared in U. s. Commission CTS Court June 10. The complaint was brought by the Alaska High way Patrol.
The frontiersman., 1953-06-11
Anchorage PotroIman Shot in Gun Battle
 We'll Known in Valley

William Palmer, 27-year old Anchorage patrolman was criti- cally wounded while attempting to arrest three men for car theft, June g. He is in Providence Hos pital where special surgery will be attempted to remove a .25 calibre slug from near his spinal column.
 Members of the Anchorage police department are contribut- ing two days pay to the injured officer, who is father of three young children. Voluntary con- tributions from others have been left at the police station.
 Two ai$men and one teen-ager were responsible for the gun fight in which Pfalmer was injured and in which the airmen were also injured, one who accidentally shot himself in the leg as he was drawing his gun and the other who was shot in the groin.
 Palmer is known by many here in the Valley, having served patrol duty in the area many times when employed by the Alaska Highway Patrol.
The frontiersman., 1953-06-11
PLAN FESTIVAL.
 FOR JULY 3,>4, 5

Members of the Anchorage Sportsmen's Association, Inc, are selling large buttons for the price of one dollar each. The buttons will permit admittance to any event, any of the three days dur ing their first annual ALASKA SPORTS FESTIVAL"
 The association this week an- nounced some of the plans for mulated for the affair, with the majority of the show planned around the Lake Spenard area, where exhibits of fly-casting, bait-casting, etc, will be per formed by Jack Murphy and as- sociates. In addition, Boy and Girl Scouts will have special ex- hibitions; the Outdoor Motor Club has scheduled many motor boat racing events and the trap shoot will be Territorial contest. Exhibition flying by bush pilots and a dog obedience show, with some retrieving through water work. Folk and square dance groups will sponsor dances Friday and Saturday nights and Sunday afternoon and many other attrac- tive features are planned.
The frontiersman., 1953-06-11
ANCHORAGE GIRL POLIO VICTIM

A case of polio in Anchorage was reported by health officials this week. The case is that of a 15-year-old girl who is being treated in Providence Hospital. This is the second area case this season. A Palmer boy is now re- ceiving polio treatment at the 5005th hospital.
 Dr. John Gentry, Anchorage health officer, cautioned parents to be on the alert for symptoms which include head colds and sore throats, accompanied by headache and stiff neck. Gamma globulin, polio immunization ser um, is available to physicians for imnunizing those who have been exposed to the disease, Dr. Gen. try said.
The frontiersman., 1953-06-11
LAKE GEORGE FILM TO BE SHOWN AT THEATER JUNE 16

A film of the Lake George break up will be shown at Valley Theat- CT Tuesday evening, June 16 at 8 pm. Everyone is invited to at tend, Rev. Edward Imme, local civil defense director announced this week.
 The local CD organization is attempting to raise funds for needed expenses and although there will be no admission, a donation collection will be made, he said.
 The Lake George movie was filmed by John Gore in beautiful color and sound. Those who have seen this film have enthused over the photography and color, re- corded over a period of several days during the time the famous self-dumping lake was creating spectacular scenes.
 Edward Fortier, third division coordinator will be present and will bring Civil Defense film that will also be shown, Imme an nounced.
The frontiersman., 1953-06-11
National Auxiliary. President 10 Visit

Mrs. Rae Ashton, National President of the American Legion Auxiliary is expected to arrive in Alaska Saturday, June 20. Mrs. Ashton, who comes from VernaI, Utah, will attend various planned entertainments to be held in her honor, during her stay in the Ter ritory.
 Sunday afternoon, June 21, she will be honored at tea at the home of Mrs. Izola Sims. Depart ment members will also be in at- tendance and all Auxiliary mem- bers are urged to attend. Local members have been asked to take tea cookies or sandwiches. The tea will be held from 3 to 5 pm.
 Mrs. Ashton will be guest of honor at a dinner party to be held June P in the Aleutian Gardens in Anchorage. Dinner is schedul- ed for 7 pm. Members planning to attend are asked to make reser- vations through Mrs. Izola Sims by June IS.
 While in Palmer, Mrs. Aston will also visit with MT. and Mrs. Sweeney Ross, formerly of Yer nal, and long time friends.
The frontiersman., 1953-06-11
To Open School Bids Next Week

Bids for the new Palmer High School are expected to be opened in Juneau next June IF. The "Z" shaped, two-story school will be located on Springer Road, across from Palmer Machinery and north of the Jack Cope farm.
 If bids are within money avail able for construction and found acceptable, much of the founda- tion work could be completed be- fore winter, William Zahradnicek school superintendent said this week.
 Work on the Swanson School is progressing well, he said, with the contractor expecting to con- plete the concrete work by early July. Complete construction is scheduled for the first part of October.
The frontiersman., 1953-06-11
LitfIe League 10 Play Fourth Game Toniqht

. Two, three inning games will be played by members of the Palmer Little League tonight at the Little League field, starting at pm.
 Members of the Little League opened their 1853 season Thurs day night, June with Mayor Al fred V. Hagen throwing out the first ball.
 Two, three inning games play ed between the Jonesville, Kos losky. Kiwanis and Moose teams resulted in the following scores: First game Jonesville vs. Koslos- ky 5 to 4; second game KiWanls, vs. Moose 13 to 0. The latter game was a no-hit game with pitchers Leek and Akalstad doing the mound honors.
 A second game, played Monday night, showed better coordination among the teams, with the fol- lowing scores: Kiwanis vs. Jones' vile, 13 to 3; Moose vs. Koslosky, II to g. An offering was collected at the game June 8, and will be at future games, Jack Leek an nounced, Little League regula- tions permit a collection of this type, where no paid admission IS collected. Funds will go toward additional purchases of needed bats, balls and other equipment.
 Games will be played each Monday and Thursday evening at the Little League field. The pub lie is invited to attend. Any adult who can volunteer help to the league is asked to contact Leek, or attend a game and volunteer his services. Parents are urged to sign permission slips for those boys playing in the league, and return them to the officers.
The frontiersman., 1953-06-11
Annual 4ih If July Event Planned by WasiIIa Veterans

The annual Fourth of July cele- bration sponsored by members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of Wasilla will again be held this year, Leo Nunnley of the organi- zation, annuonced this week.
 A full program of entertain ment has been planned, to start at l pm. in the baseball diamond, same as in past years, he said. Alaska's Favorite Game will be played - baseball game is scheduled between the Young sters" and the "Oldsters," by pop ular demand of the youngsters, Nunnley said. Foot races for children through 12 years of age will be conducted during the afternoon with cash awards for the winners.
 Members of the Auxiliary will conduct hot dog stand where refreshments may be purchased at very reasonable prices.
 Free ice cream and pop will be provided for all children at tending. During the celebration held in 1852 the VFW provided 20 gallons of ice cream and 16 cases of soda pop, with one little boy consuming A ice cream cones during the course of the cele- bration.
 Another feature of the day will be the awarding of three attrac- tive prizes. Tick ts may be ob- tained from VFW or Auxiliary members, at Teeland's or the Wa silla Cocktail Bar.
 As in years past, the VFW and Auxiliary have extended an invitation to all children and families of the Matanuska Valley
The frontiersman., 1953-06-11
FOUR WAY TIE IN
 GUESSING CONTNEST

The final winner of the weight guessing contest conducted by Koslosky's Department store has not been determined because of a four-Way tie.
 Guesses on the weight of the largest cheese ever shipped to Alaska ranged from one extreme to the other but the actual weight was announced at 5111a pounds. Those coming the nearest to that figure were Mrs. Fred Schmidt of Palmer, 512; Walter Deming, Mile 35, 5l2; Russell Asay, Palmer, 511 and Erwin Long, Anchorage, SIP. As soon as these persons can be notified, a drawing will take place to determine the winner.
The frontiersman., 1953-06-11
FARM TOUR SET FOR JUNE "A

A public tour of the Matanuska Experiment Farm on June "A was announced this week by the University of Alaska's Agricul- tural Experiment Station.
 h making the announcement, Don L. Irwin, director, cordially invited all farmers and other per sons interested in growing feed, forage crops and feeding cattle, to attend. The tour will start at 1:3O pm. at the Matanuska Farm office, located seven miles west of Palmer and will end around 4 pm.
 The tour will show what the Experiment Station is doing in the line of bromegrass, timothy, and legurne trials. Progress in forage adaptation studies will be dis cussed. Handling, preservation and storage of feeds, cattle feed ing, weed control and land clear mg are also on the agenda. In> terested persons are invited to visit the farm to see for themsel- yes what prgress is being made in these fields.
The frontiersman., 1953-06-11
PARENTS INVITED TO HONOR CEREMONIES

Parents and friends are invited to attend Order of the Arrow ceremonies to be conducted at the Boy Scout camp at Kings Lake Friday evening, June 12 at 8:30 pm.
 This camping honor, is bestow- ed upon outstanding scout camp CTS toward the close of their camping season. Conducting cere- monies in full Indian regalia, leaders will perform a tapping out ceremony Friday night. Boys so chosen must then spend the remainder of that night and the following day observing Indian customs and way of living.
 One of the largest enrollments to ever camp at Kings Lake, 105 Boy Scouts and their leaders, is quartered by patrols of eight in 16 by Is pyramidal tents. Among these are 16 Palmer scouts and four from Wasilla, who are: J. Mears, C. Mick, R. Aklestad, R. Brager, H. Gallant, s. Hamilton, N. Hermon, E. Johnson, J. Maze, B. Winner, J. Lawton, R. Stith, D. Sweeney, J. Kinder and R. Estelle, and their Scoutmaster, Harry Winner, of Palmer.
 Scoutmaster Sorenson of Wa silla accompanied boys of his troop who are K. D. Carter, w. Iceland, T. May and G. Cough lin.
 The camp program provides a well-rounded variety of Scout craft and Campcraft activities, in- cluding swimming, boating and waterfront instructions. Troops vie for high honors in archery, rope tying, cleanest tents and many other activities. The Trad ing Post proves to be one of the most popular spots in camp where boys may purchase handicraft materials, camp sweatshirts, can- dy and gum and a variety of items.
 The camp is operating under the general direction of Scout Executive Maurice Powers and Ken Ubbelahde of Fairbanks, assistant executive.
 Executive Ubbelahde said this record enrolment is expected to be duplicated again next week when troops from Fairbanks and other areas will arrive for camp ing.
The frontiersman., 1953-06-11
CITY RECEIVES
 LICENSE REFUNDS FROM TERRITORY

The City of Palmer this week received a check in the amount of $7,026,70 as busi- ness license refunds from the Territory.
 Although the sum was for the first three months of the year, very litle more is an- ticipated by city officials dur ing the balance of the year. This money will be added to existing city funds and go to- ward defraying anticipated city expenses and operations that include changes in the water system plans that the city must stand the expense of and the purchase of the ARRC water system.
The frontiersman., 1953-06-11
SURPLUS SALE SET FOR WEEK OF JUNE Is

A sale of surplus government property is scheduled at the Wing Disposal Yard, Elmendorf Air Force Base. The surplus sale, identified as Spot Bid Sale num- Der 53-5 will be open for inspec- ton and bidding from June IS through June 19. The Hours of inspection will be from 500 am. to 4:30 pm. each day.
 Bid forms and additional in formation may be obtained at the Wing Disposal Yard on Elmen- dorf Air Force Base.
The frontiersman., 1953-06-11
PALMER TO TAKE PART IN WESTERN AREA CD ALERT

There will be a special meeting for all workers in the Palmer Civil Defense organization Mon day evening, June Is, CD Direc- tor Edward Imme announced this week.
 The meeting is being called to complete the scenario being work ed out for the Civil Defense exer- else scheduled for the Pacific coast states, Alaska and Hawaii on June 20 Since this will be the last meeting before the test, I'm me said it is important that all workers be present in order to know what part they will take in the exercise.
 During the test, a red alert is expected to be sounded in Pal mer at 5:20 am. on June 20, fol- lowing a 400 report that three flights of approximately 25 planes identified as aggressor type have been sighted headed toward Seat tie and that Juneau had been bombed, believed by small atomic bomb.
 The scenario also indicates bombings at Anchorage, Seattle, Portland, Fairbanks, Whitehorse and many westcoast cities. The all clear in the states is expected to be sounded at 9:12 a.m., al though Director Imme said the all clear in the Valley would probably come somewhat earlier
 Completed plans for local par ticipation in the exercise will be announced next week, Imme said
The frontiersman., 1953-06-11
TO OBSERVE FLAG DAY

Special Flag Day SerVlce will be observed Sunday, June IA at the Palmer B. P. o. Elks lodge in Palmer at 2 pm.
 The public is cordially invit- ed and urged to attend this fitting service and tribute to the American flag, Exalted Leader, Leonard Kygar said this week.
Kodiak mirror., 1953-07-03
Radinss<y Heads Rotary For Coming Year

Jules Radinsky of Koaiak Naval Station was installed as president of Kodiak Rotary Club 5533 Tues lay. The new president will serve for one year.
 The installation of the new officers was made by Pas President Dr. A. Holmes Johnson. V. w. Root is the vice president for the coming year. Other officers are Morris Burnham, secretary; William Smith, treasurer; Jorgen Fredrickson, Emil Knudsen and Dr. Johnson, directors.
Kodiak mirror., 1953-07-03
( of ( Appojntnie nts Made By CrutcheF

Chairm en of Chamber of Commerce committees for the present year have been ap- pointed by Marshall Crutcher, recently elected president of the civic group.
 They are as follows:
 Maurice l.. Briggs, CAB in- tervertion; I. L. Chanier. water transportation; Merrill c. Coon, boat harbor; Mel Crawford, publicity: Marshall Crutcher. base-town com- mittee.
 Also Clarence l.. Dizney. seaplane float; John Gibbons, livestock and public lands; Mrs. Henry Haag, attendance;
Kodiak mirror., 1953-07-03
FWS To Sell
 Used Trucks

The Fish and Wildlife Ser vice will dispose of six miscel- laneous trucks for salvage or parts. The trucks may be in- spected at the FWS Game House on Mission Road.
 Interested persons are re- quested to submit an informal price bid in the form of let ter to the Kodiak FWS office.
 The FWS reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Bids may be submitted for each truck or for the lot.
 The next regular meeting of the council is en July 13.
Kodiak mirror., 1953-07-03

The new sargent at arms will be selected by Radinsky 1t the next meeting.
 Preceding the installation of officers Past President James J. Martz gave a resume of the ;lub's history and activities William Stoaa, anrtaor past president. gave a brief talk or the principles of Rotary.
 Leon Johnson presented the presidents gavel to Radinskv. Johnson is also a past presi lent. For the past three months he hassacted in V. G Ellis's place. Ellis was elected last year but left Kodiak in March before the completion or ms term.
 Lew Chenier, Alaska Steam ship Company agent, was the lucky winner of Harvey" this week. Harvey" is a rab. bit and is awarded to anyone who misses a meeting. Mel Crawford was the caretaker (plus helo from Mrs. Crav ford and Candace) of the bunny last week.
Kodiak mirror., 1953-07-03
KODIAK MIRROR

Robert l.. Hall, fisheries: pr. A. Homes Johnson, public schools; Leon J. Johnson, pub- lie utilities; Emil Knudsen, new industries.
 Also Mrs. Ed Rockney, pamphlet, greeting and en- tertainment, and historical spots; L. K. Wodlinger, roads.
 A complete list of the C of c membership with each mem- ber's address and phone num- Der, has been compiled by Marshall Crutcher, and also includes each persons com- mittee appointments.
 Larry Wodlinger was a PIMA passenger for Anchorage early th;c woak
Kodiak mirror., 1953-07-03
Old Papers Tell Kodiak Story

From Mrs. Mary B. Alex
 ander, former Kodiakian who
 now lives in San Luis Obispo, .Calif., have come two copies
 of the Kodiak MIRROR when
 it was still in it's original form:
 mimeographed.
 1 One is No. l2. dated August
 29, 194O, and the other is no. ! 15. dated Sept. 20, In the earlier one, readers
 learned of the election of Ko-
 diak's first city council of : seven men, and of their plans
 to raise taxes, now that in-
 corporation had been ap-
 proved.
 i First city fathers were
 Harry Becker. R. H. Chad- 1 wick, Dr. c. D Carter. Jor-
 gen Fredrickson, Charles
 Hopp, Mrs. Edna Kraft, and w. J. Erskine. Chadwick was chosen as mayor by these | seven.
 l The paper also tells of the
 near-completion of Griffin
 Memorial Hospital and of the
 occupancy of their new home
 on Russian Hill" by MT. and
 Mrs. R. L. Clifton. The home : was a five room house and modern in every respect, and is one of the largest of the l development project under taken by w. J. Erskine who
 Is planning to construct 100 of
 these fine homes for the pre- | sent and future residents of | the city,. (The house is now
 occupied by the Walter Kraft i family.
 : Equally interesting are the ! prices of groceries advertised
 in the old MIRRORS. The w. 1 J. Erskine Co. sold 3 dozen 1 eggs for $1.15 and 3 lbs of but
 ter for the same price. The store offered free delivery to
 Buskinville on orders over $500
 Kraft's advertised two cans 'of chicken soup for 25 cents, and a box of canning peaches for $l.45. Dress shirts were $2 25 and $z.75.
Evening star., 1953-10-09
Paul R. Porter Heads
New Company in
World Trade Field

The formation of the Porter
international Co.. with Paul r.
Porter Of Washington as presi-
dent. was announced today.
The company announced it in
tends to arrange licensing agree
ments for the output Of Ameri-
can products overseas. 1t also
hopes to be able to find foreign
products American companies
will want to manufacture and
market here.
Mr.. Porter is a former Mutual
Security Administration chief in
Europe.
Foster Is Chairman.
The chairman Of the board of
the new company is William C..
Foster, president of the Manu-
featuring Chemists Association
He is a former Deputy Secretary
Of Defense and a former Mar
shall Plan administrator.
Other directors include Mai.
Gen. Fred L. Anderson, former
deputy United States special
representative in Euro e;
George L. Artamonoff. former
president Of Sears International,
Inc; Kenyon c. Bolton, presi-
dent of Cleveland Always, Inc; !;
w. John Kenney, Washington
attorney, and T. Reed Vreeland,
president of the International
Bank Of Washington.
Plans Branch OhI1ces.
The company's announcement
said it expects to arrange for
European manufacture of re-
placement parts for American
arms sent to the North Atlantic
Treaty Organization.
Mr.. Porter. Mr.. Artamonoff
and Harold Schendell will give
their full time to the company,
1t was announced. It has opened
Offices at 1925 Connecticut ave-
nue. and will open branches in
New York and Paris.
Evening star., 1953-10-09
Man Gets 4 10 II Years In HOUSEKEEPING Case

another housebreaking case and
an assault for which he recently
was convicted by a jury. A third
housebreaking case against him
is pending.
In another case. Judge Young
dahl gave John E. Waters, SO,
colored, of the 500 block of Third
street NE, from 4 to IL years
for assault with intent to rape
a 17-year-old colored girl.
Evening star., 1953-10-09

A young man was sentenced
yesterday to serve from 4 to IL
years for a housebreaking with
intent to commit assault.
He is JuniuS "A. Young, 20,
colored, of the 1000 block of
Savannah place Sc. He had
pleaded guilty to breaking into
a house in the 1900 block of
Frederick place Sc. He had
approached the bed of two teen
aged colored girls in the house
and was frightened away by
their screams. police said.
The sentence was imposed by
Judge Luther w. Youngdahl,
U. S. District Court for the
District of Columbia.
Young awaits sentence for