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Newspaper
Phoenix Gazette
Location
Phoenix, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1965
Page
13
Suspected driver facing drunkometer test refusal must rely on other facts as Phoenix police surrender to new rules. Officers will determine if charges stand by evidence beyond the untested suspect's assertion, under a plea framed for housing code hearings and enforceable by municipal authorities.
Scottsdale bids are opened for a sewer project as city officials study options. Police Chief Blu ebaum notes the department will drop forcible drunkometer tests after 16 years of use, as about 450 inches of scope or related measure are under consideration.
Governor Goddard signed a tax increase boosting the state gasoline levy to 7 cents per gallon to fund extensive sewer improvements. The measure, part of a broader housing and infrastructure package, will take effect in about a month. Officials cite expected savings of 3,000 to 4,000 work hours yearly and plan to redirect officers toward crime-fighting while tightening drunk-driving policies under the new regime. The housing code aims to address deplorable living conditions, with inspections historically showing few refusals and no evictions. Scottsdale moves to set up a sewer improvement district covering about a quarter square mile, funded by property owners, to serve rising residential areas lacking city sewers.
Former Senator Kenneth B. Keating will head a new private Population Crisis Committee formed to mobilize support for an active government program addressing the population explosion. He aims to boost research and public initiative to reintroduce the housing code and spur cleanup efforts via community groups.
Arizona lawmakers plan a special session with seven priorities led by House Majority Leader John Haugh. They aim to pass equalization legislation for school aid, boost executive budgeting powers, and address juvenile delinquency treatment, as Governor Goddard signals a tax program act.
The article notes Goitia, Ralph, of Tempe moves to the second educational post as debates over funding and policy continue. It mentions House and Senate tensions on pay as you go versus bonded indebtedness, and calls for boosting capital outlay for universities to meet current planning needs during a special session. Goitia’s background includes service as superintendent in Cottonwood Oak Creek and teaching in Flagstaff and Salome.
In Kuala Lumpur Japanese diplomats press for a peace meeting between Malaysian Prime Minister Tunku Abdul Rahman and Indonesian President Sukarno. Two major obstacles from earlier talks remain, with Kawashima seeking a summit in Tokyo or elsewhere and Sukarno tentatively agreeing.
In Wichita Kansas a minor traffic incident led to a second crash in a neighboring lane as an officer investigated. A patrol car was struck when another motorist collided with it. The traffic lieutenant oversaw the triple investigation while officials weighed financing options in public discussion ahead of an Arizona ballot.
New York reports that foam rubber mattress sales rose 6.7 percent in the fourth quarter of 1964. For the year, retail foam mattress sales exceeded 28 million dollars, marking a third consecutive annual gain.
The record outlines bills for governor action. HB 675 seeks higher revenue for the state and racing operators with an emergency clause. HB 164 provides for attorneys fees and expenses in workmen's compensation cases. HB 289 requires taxing districts except schools to file annual district boundary maps by January 1.
The Halsion plan for mild acne focuses on simple dietary and hygiene steps advised by many physicians and a vitamin supplement in tablet form. A full 30 day supply is offered under the brand Mansion.
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