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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1975
Page
3
The article recalls Paul Revere as a symbol of liberty while urging a rebirth of Founding Father ideals amid post Vietnam War disillusionment. It links the original 1775 ride and battles to a broader American resolve for equality and freedom in a challenging era.
The Scottsdale Federation of Teachers objects to the school board plan to cut five reading coordinators to fund raises. Twelve schools would lose these specialists, sparking concern that reduced reading support harms student progress and self confidence. The union urges restoration and prioritizing reading in education.
A March 22 letter from Sen. Henry Jackson demanding a reassessment of U S policy toward Iran escalates his feud with Secretary of State Kissinger over the Shah's nuclear agreement with Iraq. Jackson cites Iran’s shifts in policy and argues for reopening the Iran deal, tying it to broader U S foreign relations and Israel concerns. Separately, COSVN orders in Saigon reflect intensified communist tactics as Saigon collapses, with directives to identify officials, instill mass killings, and use quasi judicial “people’s courts” as North Vietnam forecasts 1975 total victory.
A reader addresses Mayor William Jenkins with a detailed plan to reduce Scottsdale Phoenix commuter traffic. Steps include a resident questionnaire on work hours and locations, a passenger pool or bus option, STEP crowd involvement, block captains, youth group assistance, and data to guide early morning and late afternoon transit fares. The note adapts a locally successful industrial plan.
A letter from a Scottsdale reader condemns a $3.90 monthly trash charge for senior trailer park residents. It notes space rents rose from $70 to $73.50 plus utilities, with added $30 to $36 for garbage pickup. The writer urges the council to seek a fair billing method to protect aging residents on fixed incomes.
In a satirical look at West Vhinnng during the 43rd year of conflict, reporters flood Sagan with orphan arrivals while the capital struggles with troops and ammo. A congress cable then sends 10 billion dollars to sustain the war, turning the tide as orphans head to America.
The Progress states it has received several unsigned or pseudonym signed letters recently. To publish, letters must include a verifiable signature and a phone number for staff confirmation.
Jonathan Marshall editor and publisher W B Docs Wright assistant publisher Jerry McElfresh managing editor named in newspaper masthead detailing staff roles and responsibilities.
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