28 Apr 1967
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Newspaper
Scottsdale Progress
Location
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1967
Page
1
United Press International summarizes notable events of the day across politics, culture, economy, and international affairs with brief updates and highlights from multiple regions. The digest emphasizes rapid-read items and evolving stories.
Cassius Clay, the heavyweight champion, passed his pre induction physical in Houston but refused the Army oath. Col Edwin McKee said Clay met all induction requirements. Clay faced five years jail or a 10000 dollar fine or both if he would not swear.
U S space team members including nineteen pilot-astronauts and five scientist-astronauts are slated to visit May 17 to 19 to tour meteorite craters and study geological features relevant to lunar missions in northern Arizona. Authorities investigate teenage narcotics users in the Valley with seventeen arrests, sixteen youths, including four in Scottsdale, charged with illegal possession and sale of marijuana and LSD.
Dr Carl Coppolino was found guilty of second degree murder in the death of his wife Carmela and was sentenced to life in prison at Raiford. The all male jury returned verdict after more than three hours of deliberation and the case drew plans for an appeal led by F Lee Bailey.
Robert Wachs owner of Arii zona Helicopters Inc returned from Nepal Asia to Scottsdale to sign lease agreements as fixed lease operator at Scottsdale Municipal Airport. Operations start June 1 with trailer office and mobile fueling unit until fall when airport buildings are finished. Chandler operator to begin accepting tie down leases June 1. First applicant is Bill Arthur city planning and zoning, a private pilot. Wachs delivered two helicopters and an airplane to Asia officials who asked him to set up a Nepal government airline.
The Scottsdale School District has no set policy for handling students involved in narcotics cases. Information officer Peter Boulay said discipline would likely start in a principal's office and suspensions would go to the district board. Phoenix Union High School District has a new narcotics traffic policy readmitting students implicated by police.
The forecast calls for high 85 and upper 70s with cloudy spells and cooler temperatures tonight and tomorrow. In policy news, Phoenix district policy on suspensions for drug related offenses faces calls for softening by Juvenile Judge Thomas Tang and probation chief James McLaughlin. Police chiefs including Walter Nemetz push for stricter juvenile court procedures amid rising juvenile crime reports.
City of Scottsdale Chief of Police Walter Nemetz and a police officer face a $50,000 lawsuit filed in Superior Court by Patrick El dridge for client Jack D. Luge. Luge claims arrest on hit-and-run charges, no right to attorney, car impounded and $30 towing fee after questioning. City plans to respond within 20 days. officials cautious about the case.
General Westmoreland told Congress that Vietnam combat can win only with steadfast U S backing and patience at home. He warned of more brutal fighting, stressed military and political pressure, and urged unity behind the troops while avoiding calls for new negotiations.
Senate Democratic whip Russell B. Long said he is inclined to vote against censuring Sen. Thomas J. Dodd after Ethics Committee findings. He noted Dodd showed contrition and compared the case to Joe McCarthy, arguing timing and legality matter. Long reserved final judgment pending the full report and Dodd's defense.
Ingleside Elementary teacher Darlene Winter, 38, and daughter Mary, 14, were injured in a two-vehicle collision at 68th Street and Thomas Road. They were treated and released from Baptist Hospital. Driver Margaret Goodrich, 42, of Phoenix, reported no injuries.
Town council called for bids to resurface three miles of streets at an estimated cost of 22000 dollars covering Invergordon to Lincoln Dr Mockingbird Rd from McDonald Drive to Indian Bend and Jackrabbit from Invergordon to the town edge. Gerald Ludbeck to survey roads for 1400 dollars in 60 days. New budget planned at about 200000 with half for roads. Robert Lewis named civil defense director succeeding Peter Wegner. Carl Peachey named police magistrate and a stop sign ordered at 88th Place and Bethany Home Road.
Scottsdale citizen advisory group wrestled through a 75 page study for five hours and planned ad journment to continue tonight. The report backs six middle schools for grades seven and eight a new high school a new elementary school and a 13 million bond. The panel clashed on costs for a 1000 student elementary school and reevaluating financials with revised figures to be discussed tonight.
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