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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1971
Page
2
The piece argues Arizona cities face state bills limiting zoning rules and urges Scottsdale to amend its charter to grant authority to reduce density and curb non conforming uses. It warns of Los Angeles style sprawl if S. 176 fails and proposes a charter vote next fall to preserve design review and site plan controls.
Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce launches a Trash Bash on May 1 to unite school ecology groups service clubs merchants and individuals in beautification clean up efforts. The campaign stresses that litter debris harms health and attractiveness and invites wide participation to keep the community clean.
Victoria-Marina Countess Lingen of Scottsdale thanks a columnist for opposing Birch Society rhetoric and warns against propaganda akin to Goebbels. She urges true patriots to carry love of America in their hearts and praises courageous public discourse.
A Scottsdale letter-writer criticizes Governor Williams for issuing a May 28 John Birch Day proclamation. The writer questions Williams ties to the John Birch Society and urges recall or impeachment, noting a reader’s call to honor such controversial figures. The piece references remarks by Robert Welch and praises the editorial stance in Only In Arizona.
Bob Harris defends measured use of paddling by teachers and urges a last resort policy. He argues serious but rare incidents may justify firm discipline and criticizes SEA for opposing such actions while not addressing teacher strikes.
Ruth Chappell expresses gratitude for publication space that allowed children to thank their mothers and urges sharing more good things with others through the paper.
The Progress requests letters to the editor be limited to 400 words due to space constraints and asks letterwriters to include their home address for verification if needed. This policy notes that address details will be used solely for authentication.
An interview transcript shows Dick Hoppe reflecting on efforts to appear warmly human to voters. He describes TV appearances and casual attire attempts, noting mixed reception and the pressure to project relatability while planning a breakfast in bed portrait with Pat.
The Justice Department has formally proposed to Congress steps toward campaign spending reform including suspending the equal time rule and setting spending limits for candidates and parties. The piece urges the President to specify his favored details and for Congress to give the bill high priority to avoid impasse or campaign-year delay.
In a formal briefing, Lt Gen. Walter Kerwin Jr. discusses fragging incidents in Vietnam and efforts to curb grenade access, improve storage, and increase inspections. He notes rising AWOL, desertion, and drug abuse, with drug offenses tripling since 1965 and marijuana in nearly all cases.
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