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Newspaper
Payson Roundup
Location
Payson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1977
Page
4
The Payson Center marks its grand opening this week a 50 000 square foot set of new shops. It brings more choices and local jobs and signals growth for Payson inviting residents to support the revamped business district.
Opinion supports stronger licensing and ordinances to curb door to door sales and street vendors. While banning is strong, enforce stricter rules for peddlers and private property rights. Emphasizes shopping locally as key to Payson’s economy and growth.
The Arizona public reacts with anger and disbelief after the President halts funds for the Central Arizona Project. Supporters cite energy and drought needs, while critics point to prior studies, lawsuits, and environmental concerns. The piece recalls Hoover Dam, urges a scientific court approach, and notes strong local demand to complete CAP.
A pasted reminiscence traces early car development from James 1829 steam models to gasoline power. It notes coal and water drawbacks, carburetors, and 1906 US production and circulation figures. The piece also references a local Payson incident with Deputy Jim Damme and a Snail foot fact noted for curiosity.
Readers discuss property break ins, vandalism, and local security in Dealers Choice area. Letters urge parental responsibility, comment on local gun use, and critique community coverage while other notes thank the newspaper and request donations to Payson Hospital Building Fund.
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