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Newspaper
Payson Roundup
Location
Payson, Arizona, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1976
Page
4
The Payson Roundup urges voters to cast ballots for Don Taylor and D J Smock in the race for the last council seats. It states the two are independent, capable, and unlikely to be swayed by special interests, calling them worthy of voter respect for the next four years.
The Town Council proclaims May 10 to 14 as Town Clerk Week in Payson, honoring Mary Jones for her two years of service. The town clerk, more than a secretary, oversees Town Hall operations, personnel, communications for the council, elections, budgets, records and licenses, reflecting the historic role of municipal clerks.
A reader expresses alarm about Payson’s town government and criticizes four elected council members for backing unelected candidates. The writer, D.J. Smock and Don Taylor, pledges to vote for those not sought by the others and urges voters to consider major issues before the May 18 election. Appreciation is expressed to Payson Hospital staff and local supporters. Letters to the editor must be in by Monday 5 p.m. signed and typed.
A Payson writer disavows Phoenix coverage of a George Wallace rally in Gisela. The note clarifies Ted Tatum organized a social event, denies divorce, and defends Ted against quoted slur usage while asserting Wallace's support among Georgia’s colored community.
The author condemns Congress for rewriting the FEC law after a Supreme Court directive. He claims the 1972 to 1976 election funding process showed dishonesty and warns the new bill favors labor unions while restricting others. He suggests a presidential veto and public fundraising move as a test of statesmanship.
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