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Newspaper
Scarsdale Inquirer
Location
Scarsdale, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1968
Page
2
Editorial office and subscription details for the Oly Scarsdale Inquirer list address, phone, editors and rates. Published Thursdays by Sill Publishing Co Inc Scarsdale NY with staff and association memberships noted.
The passage lists three quotations about society and morals. The first hails from an Assyrian tablet circa 2800 B.C. about corruption. The second, attributed to Socrates by Plato, warns of misbehavior by children. The third, from Senator Taft, defends a minimal standard of living and opportunities for all children.
A lengthy June 16 report notes Dyckman Hall lacking air conditioning hosts 350 attendees on Fathers Day to discuss white racism and the Negro problem amid discomfort and fatigue.
A defense of the New Left argues the movement mislabels violence and calls for constructive dialogue between generations. The writer urges understanding of student activism shaped by war, overpopulation, and racial tension, insisting minority voices deserve influence in university governance.
A reader argues American society mirrors South Africa and Rhodesia in prejudice. He cites ghettoes and Indian reservations, calls for action to reduce poverty, notes Mexican American migrants and Pima Indians, and urges national self examination for greatness. The letter closes with thanks for Scarsdale Red Cross drive support and is signed by George M. Szabad, chairman.
Ruth Greenbaum appeals from Scarsdale to Westchester residents to support the Open Door Community Center in White Plains. She highlights poverty in Fairview Greenburgh and urges donations of toys books clothing and furniture plus volunteer help to fund and run a 700 child summer program. Residents are asked to call 761 5334 for pickups.
A Scarsdale Inquirer letter from Walter Handelman praises the Carver Center Play School while requesting a certified teacher for five mornings weekly starting in September. The program has grown to include 15 children and interracial cooperation, with coordinators and volunteers hosting activities. Call coordinators Mrs Gerald Eisner and Mrs Alfred Stern at listed numbers.
Residents urge the Mayor to appoint only individuals to village offices who do not belong to any club or social organization that permits racial or religious discrimination. Signed by Mr and Mrs Jasper Parnell and Mr and Mrs Jerome L Robinson.
The editors note that space limits prevent publishing lengthy letters in full and reserve the right to shorten letters over 100 words.
Phyllis Cobbs reflects on Father's Day as prodigals return from institutions with appetites and ideals. Parents juggle crowded homes, laundry, and a six weeks' supply of dirty chinos while pondering intergenerational tension and responsibility. The piece notes families across neighborhoods hosting returning youth and the lasting edge of prior world events.
Thanks go to 50 eighth grade players from Westchester including Scarsdale for Sunday’s All Star Game at Yankee Stadium. Acknowledgmentsed to Bob and Bobby Goldwater of the New York Generals for organizing coverage and support from Patrol Rocco Di Renno and Scarsdale residents for transport.
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