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Seward seaport record., 1954-12-10
Dr. Parran Reports On Alaska Health

Secretary of the Interior, Doug las Mckay, has advised Governor B. Frank Heintzleman that the Department of the Interior is now studying report on Alaska health conditions recently submitted by a team of specialists under the chairmanship of pr. Thomas Parran former Surgeon General of the US. Public Health Service. The find ings and recommendation of the report will be given consideration by the Department in cooperation with other federal and territorial agencies in developing a specific program of action to meet the ser ious problems existing in Alaska.
 The report is based on intensive studies made in the territory during the summers of 1853 and 1854. Dr. Parran headed the team on both of its field trips and supervised preparation of the report.
 Six Board recommendations of special importance are the follow ing:
 1. That resources of the Alaska Native Service and the Territorial Department of Health be pooled and placed under a single admin istration.
 2. That Native" Alaska be sub divided into six Health districts with headquarters at Barrow, Kotz- ebue, Bethel, Kanakanak, Panama and Nome. 3. That responsibility for the ex- ecution of a contract for the care of the mentally ill be transferred from the Department of the Interior to the Public Health Service and that the territory of Alaska assume increasing responsibility for the cost of the program.
 4. That federal agencies concern. ed initiate at the earliest possible moment an emergency program of flood and health" utilizing sur. plus foods being stored by the federal government.
 5. That Congress enact a law providing for modern commitment proceedings for the mentally ill 6. That the present program for training Native health workers be expanded and that training pro grams for natives be introduced in the new program areas. .
Seward seaport record., 1954-12-10
Whittier Boy Scouts Visit Seward Friends

A group of 8 Boy Scouts from Whittier were recent visitors to Seward on November 26. 27. and 2s visiting here with fellow scouts of the Seward area.
 The first day, Friday, was spent getting acquainted with their hosts Saturday afternoon the boys all went out to the old rifle range and played Scout games and enjoy. ed an outdoor meal.
 On Sunday the boys were treated to a special sermon by the Rev. Dwight Boe at the Recreation Gen. ter. He spoke on the topic of the Scout Laws. Sunday evening the scouts were driven to Portage in cars and took the train back to Whittier. The trip to Whittier had been made on the train and by bus.
 Local Scouts are now looking for ward to the possibility that they may get a chance to return the visit sometime in the future. No definitt blans for the trip have been made.
Seward seaport record., 1954-12-10
Corps of Enqineers Calls For Bids

Advance notice oI new project at Kenai, Alaska, which will run into 1856, has been sent to con- tractors under Invitation 55-30 by the Alaska District Corps of En- gineers.
 Open for competitive bidding is construction of one 2-bedroom and four 3-bedroom S.family quarters: one dispatch office building; and
 outside utilities. The family quarters are to be frame structures with reinforced concrete basement. cement asbes-
 tos shingle siding and built-up roof. The dispatch office building will be of similar construction with concrete floor slab. The con- tract is to be completed by Feb ruary 1, 1856.
 Plans and specifications may be obtained upon deposit of $25 with the Anchorage office of the Alaska District Corps of Engineers or the Seattle branch office, 4735 E.
 Marginal Way.
 Bids will be obened December 20. at II am. in the Anchorage office of the Alaska District En. gineer.
Seward seaport record., 1954-12-10
.U. of Washington
 Freshmen Entertained

Almost 400 freshmen who enter ed the University of Washington this fall with outstanding high school scholastic records were in. vited to attend the annual Presi. dents Reception at the home of University President and Mrs. Henry Schmitz, November 30.
 The students met Dr. and Mrs. Schmitz. and many of the Univer- sity deans, directors and academic advisers informally. Hosts and hostesses for the reception includ. ed members of the University ser vice honoraries. Students invited to the reception attained at least an A-minus average in their high school careers.
 One of the guests at the recep. tion was Leslie l.. Brattain from Seward. A total of nine Alaskans were present, moulding students from Juneau, ketchikan, Kodiak and Palmer.
Seward seaport record., 1954-12-10
Olga Coelho Delights Seward Audience

An evening of rare entertain- ment was afforded Seward resi- dents on Tuesday evening when Miss Olga Coelho was on stage for the second concert of the cur. rent season in Seward.
 Miss Coelho's rich and beautiful soprano would have been enough in itself to comprise a concert however, everything about the ev- ening was unusual as Coelho ac. companied herself on the guitar, singing such mystic melodies as De aquel cerro verde an ancient Inca song, and Xango, strange Negro prayer song from South America.
 The program was wide and vari. ed. presenting something for every taste: however, the Bachiana Bras ileira number, by the dean of Bra silian composers Villa-Lobos, was this reporters choice as the mas terpiece of the evening.
 The audience was most appreci ative of the performance and cal led the talented Miss Coelho back to the stage for three encores, ir cluding a Mauri song, "Po Rare Ana "'Dem Bou," Brazilian non sense song without words. and ar Argentine folk song.
 An unexpected turn of events came about when Dr. Walter Bu hler who is presently working al the San. made a special request to hear repeat performance oi 'The Little Lemon Tree" by Car doza de Menzes. Dr. Buhler is 8 native Brazilian and greeted and thanked Miss Coelho for the Sc ward audience.
 Following the concert the audi ence was invited to adjourn to the basement from the main auditorium of the Methodist Church where the concert was held, and meet Miss Coelho in person, and also heI travelling companion, Mrs. Maxim Schapiro. Mrs. Schapiro is the wife of the founder and manager of the Alaska Music Trail concerts
 The next concert in the series is to be given in the spring. Watch the paper for further announce ments.
Seward seaport record., 1954-12-10
Parent-Teachers Hold Meeting

The regular meeting of the Sew ard PTA was held Tuesday, Nov ember 30, at the high school with 57 in attendance.
 Mrs. Dangler, member of the Health Committee stated that the Health Committee with the help of the room mothers had examin- ed the eyes of about 45O school students.
 MT. Frampton reported that the | Christmas party committee had decided to have primary school Santa treat around the Christmas tree in town if weather permitted. It was the general consent that the children up to and including the 3rd grade be able to participate in the program. The president re- ported that so far the PTA had received donations from only 2 of the organizations of the city towards the financing of the Christ mas party for the children.
 An ammendment was made to the by laws of the organization allowing for a End vice-president. The president was given the power to appoint a 2nd vice-president due to the fact that immediate help is needed to carry on the fun ctions of the organization.
 Discussion was held on the poss- ibility of the PTA project. MT. Frampton advised that he school was in need of film strips and that 1t was their desire to have movie film library of their own. He stated that in the past, they have rented film from various groups, but this. has proved un- satisfactory due to not being able to secure them when needed. He said that so far this year, no film had been received that they had ordered.
 Mrs. Lee, chairman of the mem bership drive. reborted 29 mem bers so far this year. She said that new memberships were always welcome.
 It was announced h a t Mrs. Phillis Lowell had consented to di- rect a play for the organization to help raise funds.
 Mr. Midby introduced the PTA magazine. He stated that the art | icles in the magazine will challenge the thinking of all who read it, and he welcomed subscriptions.
 After the business meeting, the time was turned over to Mrs. Phillips who introduced the speak CT of the evening, Mir James Par sons. clinical psychologist of the Alaska Department of Health. He treated the subject, Discipline in the Home and School.
 After the interesting lecture, re. treatments were served.
 The next meeting will be held late in January.
Seward seaport record., 1954-12-10
TB Seals Win Help Our Detection Plan

There's concentration at this time of the year on generous plans to make others happy. That's why Christmas seals have taken their place as part of the Christ mas tradition. Through buying and using Christmas seals, we help to give our neighbors as we'll as our own families the gift of health - freedom from tubercul- osis. Christmas seals belong with Christmas.
 Thi is the theme the Seward Tuberculosis Association is keep ing in mind this year as they open their annual drive for funds to carry on the campaign against TB. The Junior Women's Club sponsor the drive each year. Marilyn' Ed wards is the chairman of the Christmas seal sale this year with Audrey Anthony assisting with nrbljcitv With the help of many volunteers about $50 Christmas seal letters were sent out this year. In these letters the Tuber- culosis Association describes in detail it's campaign against TB. We want the people of the community to know what this disease is cost ing. how widespread it is, and how tragically it affects many fam lilies. We want to tell them frank ly what their TB Association is doing about these problems. We want folks to know what they are paying for when they buy Christ mas seals.
 We feel confident that Seward citizens will give careful consid- eration to the facts in their Christ mas seal letters and by generous purchase of Christmas seals dur ing the campaign that started on November g and goes through December will give their mandate for a much more intensive effort aimed at defeating Tuberculosis. Mail your checks to Box 673, Sew ard Tuberculosis Association, City. If you have not received your Christmas seals mail your con tribution and they will gladly send them; remember, your contribu- tion is the imbortant one.
Seward seaport record., 1954-12-10
Saturday Snorgasbord Planned by Emblems

The Seward Emblem Club No. 25O held regular meeting Friday December 3rd. There was a gen. eral discussion on several ways of obtaining a better attendance of the members. It was decided that an Emblem Club pin will be award ed to the member or members with the best attendance record begin ming December 17 and lasting until the installation of new officers in March.
 The ladies also plan to serve a large smorgasbord dinner Decem- Der 11th for Elks, their ladies and guests.
 A Christmas party will be held by the Emblem Club on the 16th, with everyone bringing toy to be sent to the Crippled Children's As sociation, along with ten cent gift for exchange among tn e members.
Seward seaport record., 1954-12-10
LEGION NEWS
By ETHEL LINDLEY

Chairman Rehabilitation Commit
 tee, Department of Alaska
 The American Legion in Seward has gone along nicely this year as a post under our Commander Crump and I am sure he will wind up his year with flying colors. His in- fluence and loyalty to the Ameri- can Legion has been felt by spread ing this over a larger area than just the home post. At his own expense he carried the Legion's good wishes to Seward, Nebraska, presenting them with our good wishes, and made many friends of their post. He also has carried comradship to some of the posts in their beginning, offering guid- ance, which every post needs, and many other cooperative and helpful things that help over many rough places. At the end of his duty as commander, we all can say, Well Done!"
 While our Rehabilitation Center has not set the world afire, still we can say that the Amarican Legion has proven the worth-whiles ness of the Center. There have been many patients. rendered phys ically able, and well trained, to leave the hospital, ready to take up life with their feet planted on solid ground in a job they are able to carry on as real citizens of our great America, along side of those of their fellow men. That is an accomplishment to make us proud.
 The patients taking the rehab- uitation training have been most | ly the citizens of Alaska, but in that we have proven our real spirit of helpfulness to the entire group who need us. Most of our veter- ans are in the states already talk ing the training, and we are always doing our part by them.
 Christmas will be remembered by the Alaska Legionnaires and Auxiliary members. And don't you forget those in our hospitals in Alaska will also be remembered.
 As we eat our Christmas dinner this year, let us remember those who gave us A Free America to live in, and allowed us to live : through another Christmas free from the fears that face so many of the other countries.
 In the name of veterans and their families, regardless of whe- ther they go by the name of Am erican Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, or Disabled War Veterans, we wish you each and all, most | bright and Merry Christmas.
Seward seaport record., 1954-12-10
Bake Sale Returns
 To Buy Instruments

Friday. December 10, at 1 pm. Bake and Apron Sale was held at McMullen's. Sponsored by the Church of Jesus Christ of the Lat ter-day Saints Primary Organiza- tion, it's purpose was to raise money for the purchase of rhythm band instruments.
 The Primary Organization is an auxiliary of the church concerned with hte children between four and twelve. Its function is to give the children a solid foundation in religion, social life, the world of nature and the art of living gener- ally.
 Some of hte activities of the Primary carried on this year were a Halloween party for the children and their friends and the prepara' tion of a Thanksgiving basket for needy family. To do this each child, brought dime and can of food. The week of Thanksgiving the money was used to buy a tur- key and three dozen eggs for the family and the box was given to them the day before Thanks giving.
 The final activity of. the year is the annual Christmas party. This year a play concerning. the origin of Christmas carols will be pre- sented. Santa Claus will be on hand afterwards to distribute fav- ors to the children.
Seward seaport record., 1954-12-10
Statehood Cards For Christmas

Mrs. Helen Fischer, Chairman of the Operation Statehood Christ mas Card Drive, advised this week that a special Statehood Christmas Card is available this year for the use of supporters of the Statehood movement. .e.
 The cards feature an Alaskan scene, by Raleigh Butterfield, with a cache, landscape and northern lights in the background of two bells with the inscription. State hood . Alaska" and Ring in the new.
 The cards are available from Mrs. Fischer at Anchorage.
Seward seaport record., 1954-12-10
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MEET. SUPPORTS N. W. A. AIR ROUTE

Attendance at the Tuesday noon session of the Chamber of Com merce was again at a record level with about 30 members and four guests present.
 BOAT STRIKE
 Chamber President Erwin report ed that he had sent wire for the Chamber asking that the Sus- itina and Coastal Monarch be re- leased to sail for Alaska with Christmas cargo. It has since been reported that the strike of radio operators has been settled and all ships are sailing again on schedule. SEA TRAINS,
 The Chambers President also reported that he had talked with Orme Lewis, Assistant to Secretary of the Interior Douglas Mckay and endeavored to get an appointment with the Secretary of Interior for City Manager Ray O'Hara. The problem of the possibility of sea train service and it's resulting ef- feet on the community is to be taken up by O'Hara with Mckay. Also O'Hara will try to get some assurance of the sea train terminal being located at Seward rather than at Whittier.
 TOURISTS
 The local Chamber was asked to support the drive of the Alaska Visitors Association for member ships. The AVA. is the Terri torial agency which carries on the program of national advertising to promote tourism in Alaska.
 Supporting memberships cost $10 and voting memberships are $100 with each dollar raised by membership being matched with two dollars of Territorial funds It was reported that a drive in Homer had raised $500 for AVA. AIR SERVICE
 It was decided by the member. ship to get into the battle of trying to keep the Northwest Airlines flying into Anchorage from Seat. tie and maintain the high level of air transportation now enjoyed by the Territory.
 It was pointed out that we had lost the passenger boats and. the only other route by which the Territory could hope to maintain it's Tourist business was by air service.
 HEALTH COUNCIL
 Stan Hall, Chamber representa-. tive to the Health Council report ed that the Council was currently engaged in surveying the City Health Ordinance and would likely come up with some recommends. tions for changes.
 The problem of obtaining a Heal. tn or Sanitation Officer is the main item under consideration at pres. ent, Hall reported.
 VISITORS
 Guests at the Tuesday meeting included Hans Autor of the Kenai Company; Dr. Robert Staff, who is taking over the practice of Dr. Hall temporarily; John King of the Kwik-Log Company of Homer and Jack Shanstrom. an engineer for Standard Oil of California.
 It was also reported that MT. Frank Kalbaugh. General Manager of the Alaska Railroad, might be in Seward this week on Friday No confirmation of this report was available up until press time this week
 Kalbaugh was invited to come to Seward and discuss the possibility of seatrains and get them to come
Seward seaport record., 1954-12-10
Dr. Halls Practice
 Taken Over By Staff

Word was received in the Record office this week that Dr. R. N. Hall is recovering nicely from his recent illness.
 At the same time We were also informed that Dr. Robert Staff, of Valdez, is taking over Dr. Halls practice while he com pletes, his recovery, and will be available at Dr. Halls office to see patients.
Seward seaport record., 1954-12-10
Dorothy Tyner Opens Homer Office

According to an article appear ing in a recent issue of the Homer News, Dorothy Tyner, local at torney, has recently opened a branch office in Homer
 The Homer office will be operat- ed by Jim Childers, a law clerk, under the supervision of Dorothy Tyner.
Seward seaport record., 1954-12-10

In the first Christmas Seal Sale in the United States in 1907, $3,O00
 was raised to aid a few needy tuberculosis, patients. In 1853, the Christmas Seal Sale raised nearly
 24 million dollars to fight TB through health education, medical research. case finding, and re- mobilization.
Seward seaport record., 1954-12-10

The death rate from pulmonary tuberculosis is less than one-fif. teenth of what 1t vas 50 years ago, yet approximately 10000 people die, of the disease everx year. in the United States. Y %' '
Seward seaport record., 1954-12-10
Harbor Homemakers
 Meet December 18th

The Harbor Homemakers Club will have a Christmas party at the home of Mrs. John Offield, PIP Fifth Avenue on Wednesday December 18th at pm. There will be an exchange of handmade gifts also display of candles made by members.
Seward seaport record., 1954-12-10
Governor Proclain1s Safe Driving Day

In support of President Eisen hower's call for a Safe Driving Day Governor B. Frank Heintzle man this week issued a proclama tion designating December 18th as the day in Alaska.
 The Governor cites in his pro clamation the annual traffic toll of $500 traffic deaths and the actual cash loss of over $4 million dollars annually due to traffic ac' cidents.
 The proclamation calls upon all people of the territory to observe this day by observing the letter and the intent of all traffic regu. ilations and laws.
 { More than half of those who iia of TR ara man ovor Al
Seward seaport record., 1954-12-10

One year from nov, about 11O, ,00O people Hha are healthy today will have tuberculosis.
Seward seaport record., 1954-12-10

Tuberculosis is not hereditary. It is caused by a germ. the tubercle bacillus. It can be prevented and can be cured. r@'
Seward seaport record., 1954-12-10

to Seward in the event that such service is initiated.
Seward seaport record., 1954-12-10

More than half of those who
 die of TB are men over 40.
Seward seaport record., 1954-12-10

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The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1954-09-18
Motel Setback
Law Change To
Be Requested

City Commissioner Louis Car
bonell told the commission Mon
day night that he is tired Of the
groups having to act on the re.
curing question of zoning restric-
tons in the motel area.
The commission was asked for
action on sed addition at
the Hibiscus Motel. 9
Owner of the motel, Harry Nit
chell, made the request, which
would have ordinarily been pre-
sented to the city planning COM
mission. Since. that group has fail
ed to meet recently, the city com.
mission has been forced to take
over its activities.
New Units
Mitchell plans the construction
of four new motel units, at the
back of his lot, which will take
the building beyond the line per-
mitted by ordinance. In the motel
section, zoned as Residence ABB, q
20-foot setback is required between
the rear of the building and the
property line.
After the commission had voted
to authorize the issuance of a build.
ing permit to Mitchell, pending the
drawing up of a variance ordin-
ance, Carbonel said that he thinks
the zoning should be changed.
'Tt's silly" he said, "for these
people to have to come to the city
commission for passage of an or
dinance every time they want to
expand"
Time Wasted
He further pointed out that when
the planning commission is active,
the person applying for the vari-
ance spends great deal of time
going first to the planning board
and later waiting for the city
board to act.
7 GAS soon as J. Y. Porter (city
attorney gets back, ! am going to
ask him to draw up an ordinance
to change the motel setback" Car
bonell said.
He went on to say that he thinks
motel owners should be given as
much leeway in the use Of their
property as are downtown bust
nesses, at least to the extent of
having the setback permanently
made 10 feet, rather than 20 feet.
The Key West citizen. [volume] (Key West, Fla.) 1879-current, 1954-09-18
Roy Malone Builds
$4,000 Residence

The largest city building permit
issued during the past week was
to Ray Malone to construct a $10,-
900 CHS residence at 1919 Atlantic
Blvd.
Other permits were:
D. L. Clark, $3.50 Seidenberg, two
family apartment house, $500.
C. B. Sykes, S27 Center, addition,
$500.
W. Williams, 9O4 shington,
concrete repairs $3.50.
A. C. Jordan 14O9 Fifth fence
$50.
R. Zimmerman 14O2 Olivia re-.
pairs $500.
John Spottswood 532 Fleming
alteration $500.
o. A. Russell 1909 White re-
pairs $1,000.
E. Tano s14 Center repairs
$500.
Mrs. E. N. Cato 1910 johnson
repairs $500.
Ell Patio Restaurant 325 Greene
alterations $500.
N. Bennett 314 Angela repairs
500.