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Scottsdale Progress

Location

Scottsdale, Arizona, United States of America

Date

Aug 06, 1968

Page

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Eisenhower suffers sixth heart attack at Walter Reed

President Dwight D. Eisenhower, 77, suffered his sixth heart attack this morning at Walter Reed Army Medical Center. Officials said he is comfortable and free of pain after the chest pains followed a televised Republican National Convention address from Miami Beach.

Washington UPI Wwera Pwight Eisenhower Walter Reed—Amy—Medical Walter Reed Walter Reid Hospital Miami Beach

Four wounded in Watts District park shooting

At least four people were wounded early today when gunfire erupted at Will Rogers Park in Watts Los Angeles. Among the injured, two men Jerry Watson 19 and Bobby Ephriam 27 were in serious condition. Police placed eight divisions on tactical alert as a large crowd pelted officers with rocks and bottles. The Watts festival opened previously and was not linked to the earlier Crenshaw district shootout.

United Press International Watts Los Angeles South Central Crenshaw Sheriff's Deputies Jerry Watson County Usc Medical Center Will Rogers Park Sam Yorty Bobby Ephriam Ephriam Watson

Republicans sue to block new Arizona supervisor expansion law

A suit filed in Maricopa County seeks to halt enforcement of a law increasing boards of supervisors in Maricopa and Pima counties. The action argues petition validity could delay the measure until a 1970 vote, with Republican leadership backing the challenge and Burton Barr aiding Mrs. Virginia McClellan. The case seeks to keep the proposal off the general ballot and require listing of candidates for the two extra at large seats if petitions stand.

Phoenix UPI Boards of Supervisors Maricopa Pima Virginia McClellan McClellan Burton Barr R-Maricopa

Stolen car hits another. driver flees after crash

A car stolen from Madison Chevrolet around 5 0 p m collided with a second car at 2122 N Scottsdale Rd. The stolen vehicle driver fled. Olaf Olsen 54 of 3308 N 701K St had his car hit and the thief unknown. In a separate crash Frank Romelo 17 was injured in an accident at Thomas Rd and Entrada St. Gladys Hansen 69 was cited for traffic violations.

Madison Chevrolet Scottsdale Rd Olaf Olsen Olsen North Service Frank Romelo E. Polk Robert Stalder Polk Stalder Gladys Hansen McDowell Thomas Rd Entrada St Romele Scottsdale Baptist Hospital Hansen

Hikers Find Safe Route After Being Lost

Two Indiana Hiking Club youths, Tom Jallissee 15 and Chris Bertrand 16, were lost for hours near Rustler's Park in the Chiricahua Mountains. Guides and 40 rescuers searched but the pair eventually reached the Sunizona Cafe on their own.

Chiricahua Mountains Fly Peak

No Action In Death Of Sailor Seehoffer

Fresno district attorney ruled no action against police in the death of 19 year old Michael David Seehoffer an AWOL sailor from LeMoore Naval Air Station shot during an escape attempt by Spt. George Hirzel Seehoffer had been arrested on an armed robbery charge and was being asked to return stolen property stored at his Fresno apartment authorities say he fled an alley and was shot in the head during the confrontation

Fresno Calif Seehoffer LeMoore Naval Air Station

Nixon strength slips as rivals seek delegates in Miami Beach

Nixon’s delegate tally edged down by six as Rockefeller and Reagan toured hotels in Miami Beach seeking votes to block a first ballot victory. The UPI count at 12 30 pm EDT had Nixon at 657 votes, Rockefeller 278, Reagan 191, with favorite sons 180 and 27 uncommitted.

Miami Beach UPI Richard M. Nixon Nelson A. Rockefeller Ronald Reagan Nixon Tion Rockefeller Reagan New York

Reagan expands southern support as he vies for GOP nomination

Reagan gained backing from North Carolina and Florida delegations shortly after entering the race. North Carolina officials estimated 13 Reagan votes to 12 for Nixon and 1 for Rockefeller, while Florida's 34 delegates pledged support on the first ballot if Reagan names a running mate acceptable to the South. Reagan also met with the Ohio delegation and dismissed talk of deals, planning to meet with ten more states to reach 29 delegations and 608 electoral votes.

Reagan Nixon Washington North Carolina Oklahoma Dan Evans Rockefeller New Yorker James C. Gardner Gardner Nelson A. Rockefeller Florida Nixor South

Nation's Temperatures Report 4 AM Readings

Regional climate update lists 24 hour temperatures and precipitation ending at 4 am. Data includes high and low readings across cities, with notes on patterns and anomalies for the period.

United Press International

Stock Market Noon Report From New York

Noon trading on the New York stock market with prices and activity courtesy of Francis I. duPont and Co. Investors monitor gains losses in key issues as the market moves through the midday session.

New York United Press International Francis I. duPont & Co

Educated guesses flaw in bridge play by Sheinwold

In a bridge hand West opens with a weak two diamonds and South analyzes trump and suit break. South's misread duplicate plan leads to loss as East shows short trumps and ruffs, while declarer should have started with the dummy’s king to seize control and make the contract.

South East West Declarer

Arizona backs Nixon at GOP convention despite Reagan bid

Gov. Jack Williams of Arizona said Reagan’s candidacy had no effect on Arizona's commitment to Nixon. The Arizona delegation, at Goldwater's request, will cast all 16 votes for Nixon at the convention. Williams noted Nixon could pick a running mate other than Sen. Charles Percy and indicated Percy would be unlikely. Rep. Sam Steiger and others from Arizona voiced opposition to Percy.

Reagan Ohio James Rhodes Californian Miami Beach UPI Jack Williams Arizona California Ronald Reagan Richard M. Nixon Barry Goldwater Nixon Williams Percy Rep Sam Steiger

Arizona GOP delegates arrive amid Miami convention hoopla

Special to the Progress reports on Arizona Governor Jack Williams’s Miami trip for the Republican convention. A bomb scare delayed his arrival and baggage X rays, while platform committee work aimed to avoid floor conflict. Arizona Nixon for President hosts and welcomes Mesa and Phoenix figures, with a Goldwater welcome at the airport for Senator Barry Goldwater.

Richard Markham -of Prescott Miami Jonne Markham Arizona Jack Williams

Mrs Pritzlaff and Congressman Rhodes Work Together

Mrs. Pritzlaff and Congressman Rhodes coordinated efforts on a local project. Details indicate joint discussion and planning at a public meeting to advance community goals.

John Pritzlaff John Rhodes

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