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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1966
Page
2
Progress editorial warns that Gemini 8 thruster malfunction endangered astronauts Neil Armstrong and David Scott. It notes Scott faced a risky 14 hour spacewalk tethered at 100 feet, with survival chances slim if separation occurred, highlighting infancy of space technology and astronaut bravery.
A Scottsdale officer stops a car with Mid-West plates for running a red light and politely informs the driver he will issue a ticket. The driver accepts. a woman in the car uses foul language toward the officer. The proposed remedy at headquarters was to write the ticket in the car first before delivering it.
Johnson faces pressure over Viet Nam funding but the investment tax credit of 1962 is likely to remain. Corporations urge retaining it, arguing suspension would disrupt thousands of deals and hurt depreciation incentives. Treasury recommends keeping the credit, amid liberal opposition.
The piece argues against recognizing Maoist China in the United Nations and expelling Nationalist China. It warns that engaging Red China without conditions risks empowering an expansionist regime and undermines global stability and moral standards.
In a letter to the Progress, a Scottsdale School District principal argues for neutrality in the Bill Barton case. He questions how to measure school quality amid extensive staff and student counts and invites Mrs. Rubicam to visit his elite, well-equipped school to witness its educated teachers and updated programs.
A humorous line compares George Washington’s legendary arm to a modern political figure with a reportedly stronger throw. The piece also notes a child psychologist advising parents to limit their aggression and mentions a McCall’s article.
Roscoe Drummond argues the GOP's hawks dominate official campaign material. He says their push for a rapid Vietnam escalation risks alienating voters and splitting the party, despite some leaders like Sen. Everett Dirksen opposing battlefield advice.
Ralph McGill argues for immediate job creation to curb Watts Los Angeles and Harlem unrest. He notes education and retraining as long term fixes but stresses the need to employ the unemployed now, questioning transport, social welfare, and the broader urban alienation fueling riots.
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